Monday, November 4, 2024

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Chelsea Wiley
November 04, 2024

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Hello, Monday! Chelsea here.

Columbus is growing fast, but we’re not the only ones. Dublin is the largest Columbus suburb and it’s got huge plans for the future. As the city keeps growing, there’s a new focus on finding a new purpose for Dublin’s Metro Center, and this new plan looks pretty epic, to be honest. With exciting developments like green spaces, dining options, and residential areas, the vision is all about creating a lively community hangout.

Here’s What The Old Farmer’s Almanac Says About Winter In Central Ohio This Year
I can’t believe we’re talking about winter when it’s still going to be in the high 70s this week, but winter is, in fact, coming. Here’s what the Farmer’s Almanac is predicting regarding winter weather here in Central Ohio.

Early Voting Set New Records In Franklin County
Well, it’s official! In-person early voting has set a record here in Franklin County. When combined with mail-in voting, a staggering nearly 2.5 million Ohioans have already cast a vote in the 2024 General Election! So who exactly is voting early? We’ve got all the details above.

Headlines 📰 

👨‍⚖️ A federal judge in Ohio has ruled that naturalized citizens must now show proof of citizenship to vote, a shift from a previous decision in 2006 by the same judge that said challenging voters to provide proof was unconstitutional because it “subjects naturalized citizens to disparate treatment.” (Ohio Capital Journal)

⚽️ After winning last year's MLS Cup and taking home the Leagues Cup trophy over the summer, the Columbus Crew’s season has come to a shocking end after a painful shoot-out loss to the NY Red Bulls. (MLS)

🖼️ The Ohio Department of Natural Resources and Ohio Arts Council are hosting "Folk and Nature," an art exhibit featuring 32 pieces from 29 Ohio artists at Mohican State Park Lodge. Open now through January 3, you can check out diverse works displayed throughout the lodge. (Mansfield News Journal)

☀️ Weather: 74 and partly sunny

Ready to vote? 🇺🇸
Early Voting has concluded here in Ohio. You can still return your mail-in ballot, but it will need to be postmarked by today. You can also drop it off at the county Board of Elections before polls close on Tuesday. For those planning to vote on the day of the election, polls are open from 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Make a plan to vote now. For more info, visit vote.franklincounty.gov.

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🌉 I hope you’re all adjusting to the time change! I’m not sure I’m fully prepared not to experience a post-6 p.m. sunset until March. But I guess I’ll have to do my best to enjoy the sunsets, even if they are way too early.

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- Chelsea