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🥩 A 6,000-Square-Foot Italian Steakhouse Is Opening In Franklinton

Plus: 🍳 After 17 Years, A German Village Spot Abruptly Closed Its Doors

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Chelsea Wiley
February 18, 2026

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Hello, Wednesday! Chelsea, here.

I’ve got great news for steak lovers in Franklinton. A beloved Cincinnati restaurant group is making its first move outside the Queen City, and they are going big. The new restaurant will move into the old Taft Brewing spot and will feature prime steaks, handmade pasta, and a space built for celebrations. Losanti opens this month at Gravity, and it is bringing a few Columbus-only perks with it. Here’s what you need to know before you book a table.

🍳 After 17 Years, A German Village Brunch Spot Abruptly Closed Its Doors
After nearly two decades in German Village, a longtime Columbus restaurant is preparing to close its doors. Here’s what we know about the announcement and what comes next.

🚗 The World's First Car Accident Happened Here In Ohio
People always wonder why Columbus has people crashing into buildings so often, and I can’t help but wonder if car crashes are part of some sort of generational curse, since the first one in the entire world happened here in Ohio.

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🎸 Columbus’ live music scene is thriving, but musicians and venues often survive on passion, not profit. This long read explores how a formal music district could give them the support and protections they need, and it’s well worth your time. (Columbus Monthly)

⚖️ A group of Columbus community leaders plans to propose a charter amendment to redraw City Council districts so that only residents within each district vote for their representative, aiming to create more equitable, majority-minority districts. If approved by council and the city attorney, they will gather signatures this summer to put the measure on the November ballot. (WOSU)

🎨 Midwestern art therapy experts say engaging with music, dance, and visual arts can help people heal from trauma, reduce stress, and build resilience, showing how creativity supports mental and emotional wellbeing across communities. From Chicago clinics to Michigan museums, the arts are proving to be a powerful tool for coping in tough times. (Arts Midwest)

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🏒 The Best Things To Do This February In Columbus
Columbus is buzzing this February. Whether you’re into live music, sports, theater, winter hikes, or family-friendly fun, the city has plenty of ways to get out and make the most of the month.

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