Thursday, August 3, 2017

Happy Thursday, friends. It's Chelsea!

As a kid who genuinely believed that I was going to be an astronaut, I've always been obsessed with anything and everything that has to do with space. Which is why I can say with authority that I am particularly jazzed for the upcoming total solar eclipse. We're getting pretty lucky as far as viewing goes here in Columbus. But if you're looking for the perfect viewing location and you're willing to drive, I've got your back.Navigator full story: 6 Amazing Locations To View The Total Solar Eclipse Within 10 Hours Of Columbus

The Rundown:Weather: 84. 60% chance of rain. Partly cloudy in the morning with afternoon thunderstorms.To do: Head down to Huntington Park because the Columbus Clippers are taking on the Indianapolis Indians. Weather permitting, the game will get started at 7:05 p.m. For more information, click here. 

Navigator Originals:The 9 Most Banging Buffets In All Of ColumbusBuffet dining isn't for the faint of heart. Or those with small stomachs. But that hasn't stopped most people from trying. Columbus has some amazing buffets out there, all of which offer a variety of foods that are sure to please any Columbus foodies. Blue Jackets And BrewDog Announce A Doggone Fantastic PartnershipThe Columbus Blue Jackets and BrewDog are teaming up to bring BrewDog's signature beer, Punk IPA, to Blue Jackets fans at Nationwide Arena. Starting this fall, two carts will be serving Punk IPA to hoards of hockey fans. Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine Grants $2.7 Million To Opiate Addiction ProgramsMore than $2 million has been allocated to fight Opiate addiction in Ohio by AG Mike DeWine. The funds will be spread out through 130 police departments around the state. Dublin Welcomes The RAM Brewery In New Bridge Street DistrictThe new Bridge Park area of Dublin is starting to come together, as more restaurants fill the retail spaces of the mixed-use buildings. The latest to open is The RAM Brewery & Restaurant. With their signature brews, delicious menu, and killer deals, it will make the long commute on the dreaded I-270 totally worth it. How To Get Your Hands On A Free Starbucks MacchiatoCraving coffee? You're in luck. Starting today, you can get a free macchiato (hot or iced) with the purchase of another macchiato. This deal won't last forever though. You've only got until August 7! 

The Thursday Conversation:US Attorney General Jeff Sessions spoke in Columbus yesterday about the opioid crisis currently gripping the state. View video of his full remarks. [Youtube/PBS]Everyone knows that The Ohio State University takes football very seriously. But that doesn't mean they don't know how to have a little fun. The team released footage of their recent adventure to Magic Mountain for a little team bonding. Those are some big smiles... but let's be real. It's hard NOT to smile at Magic Mountain! [Eleven Warriors/Harrish]Film makers in Central Ohio are looking to reorganize tax credit funds are allocated throughout the state. Last year, 75% of credits went to just two productions in Cleveland. Film commissioner John Daugherty is looking for a way to change that. [WOSU/Gottsacker]

Long Watch for your lunch break:I know that normally this is where you would find a nice, long article to enjoy during your lunch. But since it's Thursday aka Fake Friday, and you've still got another whole day to make it through, I thought we'd try something new.Actress Thandie Newton took the time to share her perspective on self-identity. How our identities form as we grow older through the experiences we have. Most importantly, how we can explore that feeling of otherness and the genuine parts of us that make up our "self". TEDTalks: Thandie Newton: Embracing Otherness, Embracing Myself

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