🐑 A Former Sheep Farm Is The Newest Metro Park

Plus: 🐴 Here's Your Chance To Take An Actual Sleigh Ride

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Chelsea Wiley
December 10, 2025

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Hello, Wednesday! Chelsea here.

A major new park is coming to northwest Columbus, and it’s taking shape on the former OSU sheep farm along West Case Road. West Case Park will feature trails, wetlands, sports courts, a sprayground, and a restored historic farmhouse. The city plans to begin construction this winter and it’s one of the most ambitious park projects Columbus has taken on in years.

🐾 Rare Bobcat Sighting Highlights Growing Wildlife Activity At Columbus Metro Parks
Metro Parks confirmed a rare bobcat sighting at Prairie Oaks, captured on a trail camera during the early morning hours of Nov. 21. The encounter highlights the growing biodiversity and wildlife activity across central Ohio’s park system.

🐴 Here's Your Chance To Take A Sleigh Ride Through A Winter Wonderland
Looking for a little winter magic? Ma and Pa’s Cabin in Burton, Ohio offers private two-horse sleigh rides through snowy woods, ending with warm drinks and fresh-baked cookies by the fire. It’s the perfect mini-road trip for anyone craving a cozy seasonal escape.

Headlines 📰 

💸 The future of the Columbus Promise program is uncertain after Mayor Andrew Ginther’s new budget allocated no funding for the initiative, despite earlier pledges to support it. City Council President Shannon Hardin criticized the omission and vowed to find a way to keep the tuition-free college promise alive as debates over city spending continue. (NBC4)

🚓 Whitehall City Councilmember Gerald Dixon was sworn in for a new term just hours after being released from jail on charges that he sexually abused minors, allegations stemming from a years-long investigation involving the FBI. Dixon says he will not resign, while city leaders explore whether he can be removed from office as the case moves forward. (WOSU)

🎨 Bronx-born Columbus artist Lance Johnson creates jazz-like, improvisational graffiti art from his garage studio, blending spray paint, found objects and “power words.” His collaborative work spans murals, live painting, costume design and global projects, and if you want to see it for yourself, he’s got an exhibition opening early next year. (Columbus Monthly)

🌧️ Weather: 40 and rainy before 4 p.m., followed by possible snow showers

Help us support Mid-Ohio Food Collective this holiday season!
While many of us gather around tables filled with food and laughter, thousands of families in our community are going without. Together, we can change that. Support the Holiday Meals Campaign and help provide comfort, nourishment, and hope to families in need. For every $1 donated, Mid-Ohio Food Collective can provide up to 2.5 meals. If you’d like to donate, please click here. Every single dollar matters!

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