April 19, 2024

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☀️ Springing for the record books

You know it’s spring when the pink leaves return to trees at Franklin Park. | Photo by @jwilschek

If you don’t like the weather in Columbus, just wait five more minutes.

That phrase has been perfectly encapsulated this year. Whether it’s storms in the morning, clear skies in the afternoon, or hail at night, this season has been unpredictable. However, we haven’t quite seen extreme weather like these record-setting years below.

The warmest spring day

The warmest spring day in Columbus was on May 31, 1911, according to historical data from the National Weather Service. Temperatures peaked to 96°, marking the second time that the record high had been broken that month. Here are the next four warmest spring days:

May 30, 1911: 95°
May 26-29, 1911 and May 10, 1936: 94°
May 9, 1896; May 18, 1962; and May 25, 1975: 93°
May 11, 1896; May 5, 1952; May 19, 1964; May 21, 1941; and May 15, 1991: 92°

CBUStoday spring columbus — Columbus nearly set a new high temperature record for this month, reaching 84° on Tuesday, April 16. | Photo by Andy Spessard

The coldest spring day

The coldest spring day in Columbus was on March 9, 1984, according to historical data from NWS. Temperatures dropped to -6° without the help of a wind chill. In other words — it was just flat out cold. We dug into more historical data and found temperatures were as warm as the mid-40s just three days prior. Here are the next four coldest spring days:

March 8, 1960 and March 1, 1967: -2°
March 17, 1900 and March 2, 1980: 0°
March 20, 1885; March 12, 1948; March 4, 1976; March 3, 1980; and March 5, 1983: 1°
March 6, 1901 and March 10, 1984: 2°

CBUStoday Quarry Trails rainbow — Stormy weather can often create scenic moments, like this one at Quarry Trails Metro Park. | Photo by Park Ranger Amber Huffman via @cbusmetroparks

Record rainfall in spring

Do you remember May 12, 2023? It’s currently the rainiest spring day for Columbus, accumulating 2.49 inches of rainfall, according to NWS.

Want more historic weather? Take a look at the warmest and coldest winter days on record in Columbus.

Asked

What was the warmest spring day on record in Columbus?

A. May 11, 1896
B. May 31, 1911
C. April 1, 1994
D. March 9, 1981

Send in your answer

Events

Friday, April 19

Joey Aich | Friday, April 19 | 7:30 p.m. | A&R Music Bar, 391 Neil Ave., Arena District | $15 | Spend an evening with this talented Ohio-based musician and emcee.

Saturday, April 20

Front Street Flea | Saturday, April 20 | WWCD Studios, 1036 S. Front St., Brewery District | Free | Shop local vendors offering clothes, plants, home decor, beauty products, and various types of food.

Sunday, April 21

CBUS Comic Show | Sunday, April 21 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Clintonville Women’s Club, 3951 N. High St., Clintonville | $2 | Browse collections of rare comic books, magazines, toys, and manga from 14 different vendors.
Toto | Sunday, April 21 | 7:30 p.m. | Mershon Auditorium, 1871 N. High St., Campus | $45-$145 | Sing along to all of the popular songs, including the timeless hit “Africa.”

Monday, April 22

WWE RAW | Monday, April 22 | 7:30 p.m. | Schottenstein Center, 555 Borror Dr., Campus | $20-$150 | Watch a star-studded lineup in the ring, including Cody Rhodes, Seth Rollins, and Rhea Ripley.

100+ more local events

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News Notes

Development

The second phase of the $400 million OhioHealth Grant Medical Center Inpatient Tower will start in 2025. The local healthcare facility released new renderings of what the project will look like when completed in 2028. (Columbus Business First)

Featured

Columbus was named one of the eight great places for family trips in 2024 by AFAR, an online travel publication. The article cited local spots like COSI, TENSPACE, and the Franklinton Arts District as must-visit attractions.

Eat

Snag a free plant-based burger from Northstar Cafe on Monday, April 22 in honor of Earth Day. The offer is available for dine-in orders at all Northstar locations. If you’ve never tried it, it’s one of City Editor Mitch’s go-to meals.

Weather

Ohio has experienced 38 total tornadoes this year, the most in the US per the NOAA. April is considered the start of tornado season for Ohio, and it ends in June. (The Columbus Dispatch)

Cause

The community is encouraged to continue sending Jack Hanna, former face of the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium, kind letters as his health declines with Alzheimer’s. Letters can be sent to the Zoo, and the family said picking them up is one of Jack’s favorite daily activities. (10TV)

Sports

Gavin Brindley, a defenseman who was drafted in 2023, is officially on the Columbus Blue Jacket’s roster. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Blue Jackets with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.

Drink

An energy drink you actually want to drink. GORGIE has 150 mg of green tea caffeine plus the benefits of L-Theanine, biotin, B6 and B12.*

Pets

🐶 Letting the dogs out

This is Ami, a 10-year-old mixed breed available for adoption. | Photo via @franklincountydog

The dog house is full at the Franklin County Dog Shelter, and you can help.

The shelter reported they have 300 dogs under their care, and that’s just a few too many. So, they are taking a bite out of adoption fees until Tuesday, April 30, making all dogs that are six months or older $18. They will be open every day this month + will offer extended hours on Wednesdays and Fridays.

Not able to adopt at the moment? Perhaps you can host a sleepover, where you’ll bring home a four-legged friend for an extended period of time. The shelter will provide all the food and supplies you need to make the dog comfortable, and you can always adopt afterwards if (or when) you fall in love.

Additionally, the shelter is in need of large and extra large crates to help rehome bigger dogs. Treats are always accepted, too.

The Buy

Biz that gives back. Check out these brands that are committed to sustainability and giving back to the environment to celebrate Earth Day.

Answered

What’s the best part about Columbus festivals?

The festival features 21 food vendors, including local food trucks like Komodo Loco. | Photo via Westerville Area Chamber

Food and drinks: 45% | Vendors and shopping: 30% | Local performers and entertainment: 25%

Find local food festivals here

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Mitch

From the editor

TGIF, CBUS. And if you are wondering where the new headshot came from, pop over to CBUStoday on Instagram to see how I spent my day.

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