Friday, March 10 2017

Hello Friday. James here.

The infant mortality rate in Columbus has been higher than average for awhile, but a program designed to lower that number is coming to Ohio. Taking inspiration from a Finnish program, The Baby Box Company, teaming up with Ohio non-profits and hospitals, will be issuing boxes filled with diapers, baby wipes, and other baby related goods to new parents. The goodies are helpful, but the real difference maker is the box, which is lined with a thin mattress. To find out why that's so helpful check out the full Navigator story below.Navigator full story: Life Saving Baby Boxes Coming To Ohio

The Rundown:Weather: 36. Clear. 10% chance of precipitation (but you will possibly be waking up to snow from overnight)To do: It's CD102.5 Day Local Artist Showcase day. Zoo Trippin', Sunrise Reset and Souther will be playing at Skully's Music Diner for the chance to play for their chance to play CD102.5 Day Side B at Express Live. Attendees will vote at the end of the night for their favorite band. Doors open at 9pm and it's a free cover if you are 21+ ($5 if you are over 18 but under 21.)

Navigator Originals:Radio Shack Files Bankruptcy (Again), All Six Remaining Central Ohio Locations ClosingNot to be negative, but If you're like me, this will come as a surprise. I thought they were all gone after the 2015 bankruptcy.It’s Fish Fry Season Y’allGuaranteed to be one near you, and if you've never been maybe 2017 should be your year.Lawmakers Meet To Discuss Possibility Of City Issued IDsEasy and affordable access to identification solves many problems that fly under the radar. OneIDColumbus is looking to bring city based IDs here, modeled after successful programs in New York City, San Francisco, Baltimore and other areas.Welcome To Night Vale Live Show Coming To ColumbusIf you're a fan of the surreal podcast, this should make your day.This Weekend In Columbus: March 10-12, 2017All killer no filler; only the best of what Columbus has to offer this weekend.23 Inspiring Sights And Signs From International Women’s Day In ColumbusChelsea Wiley with great photos from International Women's Day.

The Thursday Conversation:Ohio is still figuring out how this medical marijuana thing is going to work. New, revised rules include 50% more outlets and other changes. [Dispatch/Johnson]Ohio State's mens basketball team ended another disappointing season, losing to Rutgers in the Big 10 tournament. They now have to decide if they'll accept an NIT invite. At least the women are gearing up for a tournament run. [Eleven Warriors/Shoemaker]In more marijuana news, a massive grow facility is being planned in Wilmington. [Dispatch/Johnson]

Longread for your lunch break:The story of a man who lost 700 pounds, and what happened next.How the World's Heaviest Man Lost It All - GQ

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