💦 Explore Ohio’s New Lake Erie To Ohio River Trail

Plus: 🛩️ If You Spot Fighter Jets This Weekend, Don’t Freak Out!

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Chelsea Wiley
August 21, 2025

Sponsored by Columbus Recreation and Parks 🎶
Columbus, get ready for a night of jazz magic! 🎺 The Columbus Jazz Orchestra with Byron Stripling is taking the stage Sept. 12, bringing powerhouse performances and big-band energy you don’t want to miss. Food and drinks start at 5, opener hits at 6:30, and the Jazz Orchestra lights up the night at 8. Learn more at columbusrecparks.com.

Hello, Thursday! Chelsea here.

This heat is finally breaking and we’re heading into some of those perfect Ohio days that don’t feel like we’re all boiling alive. It’s the kind of weather that begs you to get outside and explore, and if you’re looking for inspiration, Ohio’s newest driving trail is a pretty great place to start. The Lake Erie to Ohio River Trail connects 150 sites across the state, showing off the history and beauty of our waterways—from canal towns to lighthouses to the longest natural beach in Ohio.

🦌 Ohio Deer Are Getting Sick And Officials Need Your Help
Noticed a deer acting strangely or found one that didn’t make it? Wildlife officials want your help tracking a disease spreading through Ohio deer.

🛩️ If You Spot Fighter Jets This Weekend, Don’t Freak Out!
If you hear jets screaming overhead this weekend, don’t worry, it’s just the Columbus Air Show. The Blue Angels and more are bringing sky-high fun to Rickenbacker for the weekend, with food trucks, live music, and tons of other aviation thrills.

Headlines 📰 

🦏 A brand-new greater one-horned rhino calf was born to first-time mom Rohini at The Wilds last month. The little one is healthy, curious, and already stealing hearts. Visitors might even spot the calf on an Open-Air Safari, making this the perfect time to plan a trip and witness conservation in action. (Columbus Zoo)

🛶 Trapper John’s Canoe Livery, a local favorite for over 50 years, is open again and offers kayaks and canoes for all skill levels. Paddle through shaded streams, spot wildlife, and soak in one of Ohio’s last scenic rivers. (Columbus Monthly)

🚮 Half of Columbus is getting a new trash day starting Sept. 2. Check your updated route and color on the PickUp CBUS app or city website so your cans hit the curb on time. (NBC4)

🌤️ Weather: 80 and partly sunny

Sponsored by North Market 🍴
North Market is calling your name! Whether you're exploring the original downtown location for its classic market charm or the Bridge Park spot in Dublin for a modern twist, there's no better place to eat, shop, and discover the best of Columbus. For more info, head over to northmarket.org.

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