06.25.2024

Today’s Forecast

🏘️ A decade of staying in CBUS

What makes Columbus special enough to stay?

This was one of Hanna’s first OSU football games in November 2014. When was your first game? | Photo by CBUStoday

Some cities are for passing by, but Columbus is meant for staying awhile.

Hanna, here. I have officially lived in Columbus for 10 years, and as I was reflecting on my time, I kept going back to one question. What has made it so special to stick around all this time? Here’s what I’ve decided:

Big name concerts and shows

Some of the biggest names in the world come to Columbus, and over the years I’ve had the chance to see them in action. I’ve seen Morgan Wallen, Beyoncé, and Luke Combs outside at Ohio Stadium. I also danced the night away to Kenny Chesney twice at the Historic Crew Stadium, and Drake at the Schottenstein Center to name a few.

The pride I felt for Columbus in this moment was unmatched. | Photo by CBUStoday

Major sporting events

The Buckeyes stole my heart after my first game in Ohio Stadium as a freshman at Ohio State. Ever since, I’ve immersed myself in the sports action in CBUS. I was lost in the confetti after the Buckeye women’s basketball team won the Big Ten regular season, I was part of the champagne showers as the Crew won the MLS Cup, and I danced with the Savannah Bananas during their stint at Huntington Park.

City life and suburb communities

It took me awhile to get acclimated to the hustle and bustle of city life (especially parking and driving — it only took about 10+ parking tickets and tows for me to learn my lesson). But I’ve grown to love the excitement, the skyline, and endless list of things to do each weekend.

There’s also a sense of community and action in each suburb as well. I live in a peaceful neighborhood in Grandview Heights, I teach trampoline fitness classes at The Bounce Club in Powell, and I love to try new restaurants like Cento in German Village and the DIY craft bar Makers Social in Franklinton.

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Events

Tuesday, June 25

Summer Tequila Tasting | Tuesday, June 25 | 6-9 p.m. | Savor Pint, 4440 Indianola Ave., East Beechwold | $20 | Sample from five blanco, reposado, or añejo tequilas + enjoy a food truck on-site.
Columbus Clippers vs. Omaha Storm Chasers | Tuesday, June 25-Sunday, June 30 | 7:05 p.m. | Huntington Park, 330 Huntington Park Ln., Arena District | $8-$24 | Cheer on the Clippers during Dime-A-Dog Night, plus enjoy more food and drink promotions throughout the homestand.

Wednesday, June 26

Pool Party Mixology Class | Wednesday, June 26 | 6-8 p.m. | Taft’s Brewpourium Columbus, 440 W. Broad St., Franklinton | $65 | Learn to make two poolside tequila cocktails, order an appetizer, and take a recipe card to replicate the cocktails at home.

Thursday, June 27

Solstice Serenity Tea Party | Thursday, June 27 | 4:30-6:30 p.m. | Gravity Apartment, 480 W. Broad St., Franklinton | $35 | Learn from an herbalist and naturopathic doctor about healing and empowerment and sip blends of Kava Chai and Lion’s Heart Elixir tea.

Friday, June 28

Feathered Focus: Level Up Your Birding Photography | Friday, June 28 | 4-6 p.m. | Midwest Photo, 2887 Silver Dr., Columbus | $30 | Learn how to capture action shots of birds in nature from Kathy Cubert, a local bird photography guru.

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News Notes

Eat

Restaurant Week is returning from Monday, July 22-Saturday, July 27. Enjoy deals from 150+ participating restaurants, including Ruth’s Chris Steak House, FYR, and Hank’s Low Country Seafood & Raw Bar. Plus, don’t forget CBUStoday is having a Drink Up Week of our own. (614now)

Coming Soon

DiBella’s Subs, Hanna’s favorite sub spot in the city, is opening a new location at 4980 E. Dublin Granville Rd. The fourth local location of the Italian-style sandwich shop should open by the end of June. (614now)

Plan Ahead

The Fourth of July is right around the corner, so it’s time to start planning for fireworks and festivals. Browse Independence Day ideas at our summer bucket list guide, ranging from fireworks to parades to music festivals.

Trending

We hopped on a trend to plan the perfect day in Columbus, filled with spots for breakfast, lunch, happy hour, dinner, and a rooftop night cap. What do you think of our list? If you have suggestions of places should have been included, let us know.

Community

Columbus Public Health will begin mosquito control spraying this week to limit the pesky summer bugs and potential spreading of the West Nile Virus. Wondering if they’re spraying in your area? Check out this spray map.

Sports

The Cleveland Guardians swept the Toronto Blue Jays and celebrated with none other than Shaquille O’Neal. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Guardians with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.

Health

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Coming Soon

Restaurants

Sweetgreen is coming soon to the Short North

The new restaurant is slowing taking over the 3,700 sqft High Street space. | Photo by CBUStoday

A quality salad can be hard to come by, but by late fall it should be a lot easier.

The health-focused, fast-casual chain Sweetgreen is set to open its first Ohio location at 700 N. High St. in the Short North later this year, and things seem to be moving right along.

After Hanna strolled by and saw some signage had gone up in the windows, it had her looking forward to the healthy offerings. Here are some sweet and green menu items to expect:

Protein plates with miso glazed salmon or hot honey chicken.
Bowls with roasted tofu, blackened chicken, wild rice, and veggies like pickled onions, avocado, and spicy broccoli.
Salads with hummus, roasted sweet potatoes, chickpeas, and dressings like cilantro jalapeño vinaigrette.
Featured meals with caramelized garlic steak and herbed quinoa.

We’ll keep you posted as a firm opening date is announced.

The Buy

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Answered

What was your favorite decade in Columbus?

CBUStoday Columbus Skyline Fall — The CBUS skyline changes a little bit each decade. | Photo via Canva

1980-1990: 38% | 1990-2000: 20% | 2000-2010: 18% | 2020-present | 17% | 2010-2020 | 7%

The Wrap

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I hope you enjoyed today’s piece about staying in CBUS. I really love this city, and hope that shines through in this newsletter. If you love CBUS as much as I do, send me a note and tell me why.

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