🥰 13 Romantic Weekend Getaways In Ohio

Plus: 😥 This Columbus YMCA Is Closing Permanently This Spring

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Chelsea Wiley
February 05, 2026

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Romance is in the air, and Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, but you don’t need a Hallmark holiday to plan something special for your partner. Sometimes, all it takes is a weekend getaway to relax, reconnect, and make memories together. Luckily, you don’t have to hop on a plane to find the perfect escape. Ohio is packed with dreamy inns, cozy cabins, and even treehouses that set the scene for romance. From spa treatments and vineyard tours to starlit patios and historic castles, there’s a spot for every couple’s idea of a magical weekend. So grab your sweetheart, pack a bag, and let the adventure (and romance!) begin.

😥 A Columbus YMCA Is Closing Permanently This Spring
After more than 30 years, a Columbus YMCA will permanently close later this year. Here’s what we know so far and what it means for current members.

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Ohio is launching a yearlong celebration of Toni Morrison, with events across the state and a kickoff in Columbus. Here’s how to take part in honoring her life, work, and lasting legacy.

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🐕 A rare snowstorm in central Ohio gave local musher Devan Flahive a unique chance to train her huskies on snow-covered roads and trails, including a special run at Taft Reserve. She says the experience was challenging but rewarding and hopes more people in the region explore dog sledding and dryland racing. (NBC4)

❄️ Columbus-area schools are juggling snow day makeups in different ways. Some are adding minutes to the day, others are scheduling makeup days, but if you’re a parent of a kiddo who just spent last week at home, be sure to keep an eye on your district’s updates so you’re not caught off guard. (Axios Columbus)

🥶 Temperatures in Central Ohio are finally creeping above freezing, starting to melt the snow. But refreezing could make roads slippery and a bit more snow is still in the forecast. (Dispatch)

⛅️ Weather: 22 and mostly cloudy

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☃️ It might still be a little chilly today, but warmer temps really are on the horizon. So if you’re into these freezing temps, get out there and explore today, because they won’t be around forever!

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