Thursday, May 16, 2024

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Chelsea Wiley
May 16, 2024

Sponsored by Short North Stage ✌️🎭
Get ready to groove with "Hair" at Short North Stage! Back by popular demand, the hit production returns to the Garden this spring. Dive into the psychedelic era with timeless anthems like “Aquarius,” “Let the Sunshine In,” and “Good Morning, Starshine.” Experience the magic of the hippie generation with a stellar cast, dazzling special effects, and a few unexpected surprises. Don't miss this iconic musical celebration! 🎭✨ Running from May 9 to June 9. Get your tickets now! 

Hello, Thursday! Chelsea here.

Last year, the Scioto Mile fountain closed down for a massive renovation, and now, the work is done and it’s nearly time to go for a splash. This complete overhaul will be celebrated with a grand opening ceremony to kick off the summer. I’m excited to welcome this gem back to the riverfront. It’s such a great spot for families and with the updates, it’s going to be visually stunning.

🦋 The Best Places To See Beautiful Butterflies In Ohio
Did you know that Ohio is a fantastic place to see butterflies? Whether you’re hoping to spend the day strolling through a conservatory or hiking through the woods, there are so many opportunities to see these beautiful pollinators. Plus, we’ve got some tips on how you can bring these sweeties straight to your backyard.

Headlines 📰 

💸 The Ohio State Board of Trustees will consider a 3% increase in tuition, housing, and meal plan costs for the 2024-2025 school year. (WOSU)

📵 Gov. Mike DeWine signed a bill limiting cellphone use by students in Ohio schools. The bill requires public schools to create a policy limiting phone use as much as possible during school hours. (10TV)

🏈 The 2024 NFL schedule has been released, which includes the Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Bengals’ path to the playoffs. (NBC4)

🌤 Weather: 79 and mostly sunny

Sponsored by the Greater Columbus Arts Council 🎨
The 2024 Columbus Arts Festival is right around the corner. This incredible event will showcase over 250 visual artists, four stages of performances, and dozens of food vendors. Thousands of people will gather for the festival and the best part is that it’s completely free to attend. For more info, head over to columbusartsfestival.org.

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- Chelsea