🚨 Ohio Restaurateur Bobby George Indicted On New Charge

Plus: ❄️ What Kind Of Winter Is In Store For Central Ohio?

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Chelsea Wiley
October 28, 2025

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Hello, Tuesday! Chelsea here.

It’s been more than a year since restaurateur Bobby George, owner of TownHall, Mandrake, and other popular Ohio spots, was first arrested on violent felony charges. Now, he’s been indicted on an additional count of attempted strangulation. The case has continued to spark protests and calls for accountability, particularly in Columbus’ Short North. Here’s the latest on where things stand.

❄️ Here’s What The Old Farmer’s Almanac Says About Winter In Central Ohio This Year
We’re only one month into fall, but I’d be lying if I said winter wasn’t already on my mind. I’ve heard all sorts of rumors about what kind of weather we’re in for this winter, but here’s what the Old Farmer’s Almanac had to say on the subject.

🚌 More Stops, More Access: GoBus Adds New Routes Across Rural Ohio
Ohio’s GoBus network is expanding with four new routes, connecting more rural communities to jobs, schools, and essential services. Here’s where you can ride.

🍴 The 2025 Taste Of The Market Brings Food, Fun, And Flavor To Bridge Park
North Market Bridge Park’s biggest foodie event of the year is almost here, and we’re giving away a pair of tickets! Read the article to find the code word, then hit reply with that code and enter to win your way into Taste of the Market.

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💵 Columbus City Council approved $25,000 in emergency funding for the Mid-Ohio Food Collective to help local families who could lose SNAP benefits if the federal shutdown continues. The funding aims to provide immediate support and encourage community assistance during the crisis. (NBC4)

🦌 Deer breeding season is underway here in the Buckeye State, which means drivers should be extra alert. Collisions spike this time of year, especially near woods, streams, and fences at dawn and dusk. Here’s what you need to know. (Dispatch)

🗺️ Ohio’s redistricting commission got off to a rocky start this week, bickering over basic meeting rules. If they don’t agree by October 31, Republicans could push through a map without any Democratic input. (WOSU)

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