Thursday, April 11, 2024

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Chelsea Wiley
April 11, 2024

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Hear Columbus Symphony concertmaster Joanna Frankel perform Prokofiev’s hauntingly beautiful second violin concerto, a staple of the solo violin repertoire. Also on the program, Rossen Milanov leads the orchestra’s string section in Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Caroline Shaw’s Entr’acte, originally written as a string quartet and later expanded for string orchestra. Tickets start at $10. 

Hello, Thursday! Chelsea here.

I love the great outdoors, but I know that’s not always easy and carefree for everyone. Sometimes, there’s not enough time or energy to drag yourself onto a beautiful (albeith rural) trail. We’ve gathered our favorite easy hikes around Ohio that will give you the best bang for your buck when it comes to views. From sweeping vistas to rushing waterfalls, here are the 10 easiest hikes in Ohio.

😂 These Ohio Stereotypes Are Hilarious And Absolutely True
Here’s a look at some of our most cherished stereotypes, why there’s a kernel (or ear) of truth to them, and why we can’t help but laugh.

🍴 The Best Restaurants For Large Groups In Columbus
Sometimes it can be a little tough to get a large group together for a delicious meal. I suppose I should have said “it used to be tough”, because Columbus has some fantastic choices when it comes to taking the whole crew out.

Headlines 📰 

💵 FirstEnergy gave $1 million to boost Ohio Lt Gov Husted’s campaign before the energy scandal that has rocked the state. Records show Jon Husted worked behind the scenes to bail out the company’s nuclear power plants. The million dollar donation was secret — until now. (Ohio Capital Journal)

👏 The hummingbirds are flying like the wind (literally)in their annual migration from Central America and Mexico. The’ll be here before you know it and Ohio Division of Wildlife Meredith Gilbert answers all your burning questions about spotting one of these cuties for yourself. (NBC4)

🏒 Long-time Columbus Blue Jackets Announcer Jeff Rimer is signing off after two decades in the booth. Here, former players and pals of Rimer share their favorite memories of the play-by-play man and name-dropper extraordinaire himself. (Columbus Monthly)

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🍄 Sometimes you walk right out your front door and into some of the most delicious treats found in nature. I’ve been morel hunting before, but finding them in my own yard has to be the best hunt ever.

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- Chelsea