🌷 The Tulips Are Coming. 500,000 of them, to be exact.

Plus: 🏛️ 6 Stunning Historic Hotels Around Ohio

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Chelsea Wiley
February 27, 2025

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Sponsored by PromoWest 🎸
No one does live music in Columbus quite like PromoWest. They’ve got some fantastic shows coming up, including Bishop Briggs, Explosions in the Sky, Vampire Weekend, and more. To see what’s on the calendar, or to grab tickets to a show, head over to promowestlive.com.

Hello, Thursday! Chelsea here.

The older I get, the more I fall in love with spring. But lately, I’ve even found myself enjoying this late-winter era we’re in. There’s something so beautiful about the world waking up. A few weeks from now though, things will be in full bloom, and that includes tulips. Which means that the Timbuk Farms Tulip Festival is back for its third year, and if last year was any indication, it’s going to be an absolute dream. Picture yourself wandering through 500,000 tulips in full bloom, snapping the prettiest photos, and soaking up those spring vibes. Trust me, this is the kind of seasonal magic you don’t want to miss.

🏛️ 6 Stunning Historic Hotels Around Ohio
From grand old inns to jaw-dropping mansions, these historic hotels have stories to tell and honestly, they’re way cooler than your average Marriott.

🚌 A New Bus Service Is Rolling Into Columbus And It’s Actually Affordable
Say goodbye to overpriced fares! A new bus service is launching in Columbus, bringing budget-friendly travel options to key Midwest cities.

Headlines 📰 

✍️ Columbus Recreation and Parks has banned nude models at the Cultural Arts Center, sparking backlash from artists who say life drawing is essential. (Matter News)

👮‍♂️ Ohio lawmakers are reviving a bipartisan bill to ban police ticket quotas, arguing they undermine public trust and officer discretion while prioritizing revenue over safety. (WOSU)

🍳 If you’re planning to grab brunch this weekend, your Sunday spot should clearly be the ‘High on Brunch” pop-up at Antiques on High. Don’t believe me? Then maybe you’ll believe Dr. Breakfast. (Breakfast with Nick)

🌧️ Weather: 49 and cloudy, with showers likely and possibly thunderstorms

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Today's Photo 🤳

🖼️ Want to see some of the most incredible art created by Ohio artists? The Nearest Faraway Place at the Decorative Arts Center of Ohio is packed with stunning works that highlight the creative connections between local artists and their mentors. The exhibit runs through April 27, 2025, so you've got plenty of time to find a favorite piece!

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