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🍎 There's A New Trader Joe's In Town
Plus: 🎡 Everything You Need To Know About The Ohio State Fair
Chelsea Wiley
July 28, 2026
🤝 TOGETHER WITH COLUMBUS RECREATION AND PARKS
Experience a high-energy night as Dumpstaphunk brings its signature New Orleans funk sound on Aug. 14, 7 p.m., at Bicentennial Park at Scioto Mile Concert Series, presented by Columbus Recreation and Parks and CAPA. For more info, head over to sciotomile.com.
Hello, Tuesday (again)! Chelsea, here.
I might have gotten a little carried away yesterday wishing that it was already Tuesday. But now it’s official, so I apologize to anyone who had to double-check their calendar yesterday! Luckily, I’ve come to you this morning bearing very good news! Dublin and Easton won’t be your only option when you need to make a Trader Joe’s run. Look out, Polaris! Sweet treats, affordable wine, and gorgeous flowers are coming your way!
Navigator Feature Story: 🍎 Trader Joe’s Is Coming To Polaris
🍸 Cobra Named Best U.S. Restaurant Bar At Prestigious Spirited Awards
Add another national win to Columbus' resume. Brewery District favorite Cobra was just named Best U.S. Restaurant Bar at the Spirited Awards, one of the cocktail industry's biggest honors.
🎡 Your Guide To The 2026 Ohio State Fair
The Ohio State Fair kicks off tomorrow and we’ve got all the details. And when I say all, I mean all. Let’s get into it.
🎟️ How To Go To The Ohio State Fair For Cheap (Or For Free!)
Don't pay more than you have to. Today is the last day to grab discounted Ohio State Fair tickets and ride wristbands before gate prices kick in tomorrow.
🍗 The Wildest, Weirdest, and Best Food At The Ohio State Fair
Planning your fair food strategy? We've done the delicious research for you, highlighting the can't-miss classics, bizarre new creations, and deep-fried masterpieces worth tracking down this year.
Headlines 📰
💧A Gahanna nonprofit just hit a remarkable milestone, helping provide clean drinking water to more than 1 million people around the world with a hand pump designed right here in Central Ohio. (NBC4)
🏡 Property taxes continue to climb across Ohio, leaving many longtime homeowners wondering how much longer they can afford to stay put. New bipartisan legislation could give local communities another tool to help seniors age in place. (Columbus Monthly)
🛍️ Market season is in full swing, and there's no shortage of places to browse. From farmers markets and vintage pop-ups to neighborhood street festivals, here's where to shop local and soak up summer around Columbus. (Experience Columbus)
🌤️ Weather: Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 84.
Coming Up This Week 📆
🎤 7/28: An Evening with Leslie Odom, Jr.
⚾️ 7/28-8/2: Columbus Clippers vs. Toledo Mud Hens
🎡 7/29-8/9: Ohio State Fair
🎸 7/29: Styx with special guest Don Felder
🍿 7/29: Movie Night: The Parent Trap
🎷 7/30: 28th Annual Heritage Concert Series
🎭 7/30-8/2: Actors' Theatre: Othello
🍀 7/31-8/2: Dublin Irish Festival
🎺 7/31-8/1: Nationwide Picnic with the Pops: OSU Marching Band
🎤 7/31: Josh Johnson's Comedy Band Camp
🚲 8/1-8/2: Pelotonia Ride Weekend
🖼️ 8/1: Gallery Hop
🏃 8/1: Columbus Run, Walk, and Roll for MPS
🎻 8/1: Alison Krauss & Union Station
🌺 8/1: Biome Bonanza: Koibito of the Water Garden
🌳 8/2: August Community Day (free with Columbus or Franklin County ID)
🎵 8/2: Goodale Park Music Series: Gathering Stars
🎹 8/2: Barry Manilow: The Last Columbus Concert
🤝 TOGETHER WITH NORTH MARKET
North Market is calling your name! Whether you're exploring the original downtown location for its classic market charm or the Bridge Park spot in Dublin for a modern twist, there's no better place to eat, shop, and discover the best of Columbus. For more info, head over to northmarket.org.
The Kicker🤳
🕊️ A local rescue that rehabs injured and disabled pigeons is looking for adopters. Yes, pigeon adoption is a thing in Columbus, and the photos are adorable.
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- Chelsea
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