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👑 This First Lady’s Diamond Tiara Ended Up on Pawn Stars—Here’s How Ohio Got It Back

Plus: 🍕 There’s A New Pizza Robot In Town

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Chelsea Wiley
June 10, 2025

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Hello, Tuesday! Chelsea here.

There’s nothing quite like a good treasure story, especially when it involves a royal heirloom, a reality TV twist, and a full-circle Ohio comeback. Today’s feature has it all: glitz, drama, and a surprising cameo from Pawn Stars. We’re diving into the tale of how a diamond tiara worn by a U.S. First Lady vanished into obscurity and ended up in a Las Vegas pawn shop, before finally making its way home to Ohio.

🍕 There’s A New Pizza Robot In Town
Donatos is opening a fully autonomous pizza kitchen at John Glenn Airport, serving fresh, robot-made pies 24/7 before security.

🤩 These Unique Summer Experiences Will Get You Out Of Your Comfort Zone
Shake off the routine with zip lines, cave yoga, paddleboarding, and more fun ways to step out of your comfort zone in Columbus.

Headlines 📰 

👩‍🏫 Hundreds of teachers and supporters rallied at a South Western City Schools board meeting to demand better contracts, class sizes, and support. Tensions are rising between the board and the union as negotiations continue ahead of the 2025 school year. (NBC4)

🏠 A devastating tornado tore through Logan County in March 2024, killing three and damaging over 1,300 homes, exposing major housing vulnerabilities. As severe weather becomes more frequent in Ohio, some communities are exploring stronger building materials like insulated concrete and 3D-printed homes to prepare for the future. (WOSU)

⚽️ Brian Bliss, a member of the Columbus Crew’s very first roster back in 1996, is officially returning as the new Academy Director. With nearly three decades of experience in MLS, from the pitch to the front office, Bliss is bringing his deep roots and winning mindset back to Columbus. (Columbus Crew)

🌤️ Weather: 77 and mostly sunny

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The Columbus Arts Festival may be in the rearview, but summer in Columbus is just getting started. From neighborhood block parties to music, food, and cultural festivals, there’s something happening almost every weekend. Don’t miss your chance to explore the city through art, creativity, and a whole lot of fun. Find your next summer favorite at columbusmakesart.com/events.

Coming Up 📆

🎸 6/10: Tribute Tuesdays: Weezer
🎭 6/10: Danny GO!
🤣 6/10: Sarah Millican
🎻 6/11: Punch Brothers
🍸 6/12: COSI After Dark: PRIDE PROM
🪄 6/12: Justin Willman: Illusionati Tour
🩰 6/12-6/14: BalletMet presents Black Voices
🎭 6/12-6/15: Emma
🎵 6/13: Victor Herbert's Naughty Marietta
🛍️ 6/13: Franklinton Fridays
🍷 6/13-6/14: Heart of Grove City Wine & Arts Festival
🏳️‍🌈 6/13-6/14: Stonewall Columbus Pride Festival & Resource Fair
🎷 6/13-6/15: Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival
🍻 6/14: 614 Day!
🏳️‍🌈 6/14: Pride On High
🎻 6/14: A Boy Band Symphony
🌈 6/14: All Out Music Festival Columbus
⚽️ 6/14: Columbus Crew vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC
🏡 6/14: 13th Annual Westgate Home and Garden Tour
🖼️ 6/14-6/15: Worthington Arts Festival
⚾️ 6/15: Bat-n-Rouge
🖼️ 6/15: Free Sundays at Columbus Museum of Art

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🌸 Here’s hoping your Tuesday is fully of late-spring blooms, sunshine, and lots of fun. Have a good one, Columbus, you’ve earned it!

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- Chelsea