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🍣 The Owners Behind A Downtown Eatery Favorite Are Back
Plus: 🏡 Ohio Village Is Giving Visitors A Sneak Peek At Its Big Transformation
Chelsea Wiley
July 03, 2026
Sponsored by Promo West 🎵
Teddy Swims is coming to Columbus on Sept. 30 as part of THE UGLY TOUR. It’s the start of a new era for the voice behind “Lose Control,” with MarcLo and Mac Ayres opening the night at Nationwide Arena. To grab tickets, please click here.
Hello, Friday! Chelsea, here.
Happy Fourth of July weekend! Whether you're heading downtown for Red, White & BOOM!, hosting a cookout at home, or just trying to stay cool, I hope you have a fun and safe holiday. Speaking of things to look forward to, one of downtown's longtime restaurant teams is getting ready for an exciting new chapter. The folks behind Rishi Sushi are opening SAGE, a new concept that pairs elevated Asian-inspired cuisine with live music, local art and community events. Here's what we know so far about one of the city's most anticipated restaurant openings.
Navigator Feature Story: 🍣 The Owners Of Rishi Sushi Are Back With An Ambitious New Downtown Concept
⚽ The Columbus Crew Just Landed One of Their Biggest Signings Yet
The Columbus Crew just made one of the biggest signings in club history, bringing Spanish midfielder Brais Méndez to Columbus from Real Sociedad. The Designated Player arrives with Champions League experience and could make his debut very soon.
🏡 Ohio Village Is Giving Visitors A Sneak Peek At Its Big Transformation
Ohio Village is opening for a limited-time preview during the Ohio State Fair. Visitors can see major renovations in progress at the historic site before it closes again and fully reopens in 2027.
Headlines 📰
🌶️ Drivers on I-71 got an unexpected side of spice after a semi-truck started leaking 40,000 pounds of Frank's RedHot. The mystery spill turned out to be exactly what it looked like, and crews had to keep the hot sauce from washing into nearby storm drains. (NBC News)
🎨 A Grandview Heights nonprofit is proving that art really is for everyone. SimplyArt Studios offers affordable classes, open studio time and, most importantly, free creative opportunities for artists with disabilities. (Columbus Monthly)
🚨 Investigators are still trying to understand how 16 children were allegedly hidden for years inside a Vinton County home without anyone noticing. New details paint a heartbreaking picture of the case that's shocked communities across Ohio. (WOSU)
☀️ Weather: Sunny, with a high near 95. Heat index values as high as 106.
Coming Up This Week 📆
⚾️ 7/3-7/5: Columbus Clippers vs. Louisville
🎆 7/3: Red, White & BOOM
🦭 7/3-7/4: Adventure Nights at Columbus Zoo and Zoombezi Bay
🇺🇸 7/4: America 250-Ohio Signature Homecoming & Picnic
Sponsored by Short North Stage 🎭
Short North Stage kicks off its 15th season with Pippin, running August 6 through August 30 at the Garden Theatre MainStage. This Tony Award-winning revival from Stephen Schwartz follows one young man’s search for meaning, purpose, and something extraordinary. To grab tickets, head over to shortnorthstage.org.
🎇 4th Of July Celebrations
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🎆 The Best 4th Of July Celebrations In Columbus: Your Guide To Festivities, Fireworks, & Fun
The Fourth of July is almost here, and there's no shortage of ways to celebrate around Central Ohio. From Red, White & BOOM! to hometown parades, lakeside fireworks, and small-town festivals, we've rounded up the biggest celebrations happening July 3 and 4 to help you plan your holiday weekend.
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🏖️ East Coast? West Coast? How about North Coast! It’s definitely beach day weather, my friends, so maybe it’s time for a little road trip north? If you wait until next weekend, you can check out the 2026 Lake Erie Sand Sculpture Tour.
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- Chelsea