😢 The Kelton House Is "A Loss" After Fire & Explosion

Plus: 👏 Mid-Ohio Food Collective Needs Our Help

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Chelsea Wiley
November 04, 2025

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Hello, Tuesday! Chelsea here.

It’s been a tough start to the week for Columbus history lovers. One of downtown’s most beloved landmarks was badly damaged after an unexpected incident, and the loss has left a lot of people heartbroken, myself included. The Kelton House has been part of this city’s story for hundreds of years, and what happened there this week is the kind of news we always hate to share.

🥫 What's Going On With SNAP Benefits In Columbus (And How You Can Help)
The federal shutdown has left many Columbus families unsure when SNAP benefits will arrive. We’re raising donations for Mid-Ohio Food Collective to help provide meals and support neighbors in need, and you can find the details in the link above.

🏰 This Mysterious Stone Tower Sits In The Heart Of An Ohio Metro Park
Perched in Hills & Dales Metro Park, Frankenstein’s Castle has inspired local legends of witches, ghosts, and Civil War drama. Built in 1940, the tower’s real story is a mix of youthful ambition and a tragic accident that gave rise to decades of spooky tales.

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🚫 The federal government shutdown, now 33 days long, could also affect Ohio state employees. Up to 9,000 workers across six agencies may face furloughs if federal funding isn’t restored, though most will continue working and being paid for now. (WOSU)

🇺🇸 It’s Election Day! Don’t forget to make time to vote, if you haven’t done so already! Here’s a quick reminder of what’s on the ballot. (Dispatch)

🎨 Take a peek inside Evan Williams’ studio at the Center of Entrepreneurial Development, where walls are covered in playful caricatures of everyone from ’60s guitar heroes to today’s R&B stars. Between music, 3D printing, and a whole lot of creativity, Williams is turning his love of art into a colorful corner of Columbus you’ll want to see. (Columbus Monthly)

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