Thursday, June 13, 2024

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Chelsea Wiley
June 13, 2024

Sponsored by PromoWest 🎸
No one does live music in Columbus quite like PromoWest. They’ve got some fantastic shows coming up in 2024, including Jenny Lewis, Mars Volta, The Avett Brothers, 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.

Good morning, my friends. I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but one of the oldest pizza spots in town is closing up shop. After 45 years, this iconic Ohio State restaurant will close tomorrow. You’re running out of time to grab a nostalgic, Columbus-style pizza, so let’s dive right in.

💦 Dive Into Summer Fun At The 6th Annual Tube-A-Rama On The Hocking River
There are so many ways to have fun in Hocking Hills, but there’s nothing better than doing a good old-fashioned river float. Here’s what you need to know about having the best day ever at the 6th Annual Tube-A-Rama.

Headlines 📰 

🍓 For the first time ever, Columbus will be hosting the Urban Food Systems Symposium! This exciting event gathers a wide range of people from all over the globe who will be sharing ideas on how to adjust to a changing world and how urban food systems can help solve some of our biggest challenges. (WOSU)

🚨 A “super load” is headed for Central Ohio. This is the twelfth of nearly two dozen "super loads" that will make their way from a dock on the Ohio River near Manchester in Adams County to New Albany in Licking County. (ODOT)

💵 Five of the 27 Ohio companies that cracked the 2024 Fortune 500 are based in the area. In fact, Ohio's largest company ranked No. 14 on the list and it’s right here in Columbus. (Axios)

☀️ Weather: 89 and sunny

Sponsored by Blackwood Haven 🏡
Blackwood Haven is a luxurious retreat nestled in the heart of Hocking Hills. Set on 8 wooded acres, this stunning property comfortably sleeps 9. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, entertainment paradise with games, Samsung washer/dryer, outdoor grill, 5-6 person hot tub, and EV charger. Guests can explore local attractions or unwind in nature. Experience comfort, style, and modern amenities in the heart of nature. Plus, your pets are welcome! To take a virtual tour, or to book a stay, head over to blackwoodhaven.com. 

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- Chelsea