Thursday, November 16, 2023

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Chelsea Wiley
November 16, 2023

Sponsored by Easton
All things holiday will take over Easton Town Center soon. The festivities will kick off on November 17 with the Grand Illumination with live music, fun for the family, costumed characters, and more bringing holiday cheer! No matter where you are, take your eyes to the sky around 7 p.m. and watch as over two million lights simultaneously illuminate Easton for the season. For more info, or to learn about all of the holiday festivities, visit eastontowncenter.com. 🎄

Hello Thursday! Chelsea here.

I can’t believe that Christmas tree lightings are kicking off this weekend, but they are! This year has flown by and it seems like the last month and a half has no intention of slowing down. There are so many wonderful things happening between now and the end of the year that it can be hard to decide exactly how to fill your calendar, but a tree lighting or two should definitely make the cut. Beautiful lights, hot cocoa, visits with Santa… what’s not to be excited about?

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You Can Host A Dog From The Franklin County Dog Shelter For A Holiday Sleepover 🐶
If you have a little extra love to give this holiday season, consider opening up your home to a dog from the Franklin County Dog Shelter. These overnight stays give dogs the chance to escape the shelter life for a little bit and experience a little bit of the good life.

Did You See It? A Fireball Flashed Across The Skies Over Ohio Wednesday Evening ☄️
If you happened to see a fireball flash across the sky last night, you weren’t alone. Reports flooded in about the object, from here to Canada and everywhere in between.

Sponsored by Butch Bando’s Fantasy of Lights
Experience the magic of the season at Butch Bando's Fantasy of Lights! Drive through a dazzling wonderland of holiday cheer with millions of twinkling lights, enchanting displays, and festive tunes. Create lasting memories with family and friends as you immerse yourself in the joy of the holidays. For more info, or to purchase your tickets, please click here. 🎄

Headlines 📰 

👍 Three new members will be taking seats on the Columbus City Council in January. Nancy Day-Achauer, Melissa Green, and Chris Wyche are all preparing to step into their new roles next year. Here’s what they’re all about. (NBC4)

⛔️ Ohio House Speaker Jason Stephens (R) said he doesn't agree with an idea floated by some Republicans suggesting Ohio lawmakers take power from courts when it comes to the new constitutional amendment on abortion. (WOSU)

🏒 The Columbus Blue Jackets lost their sixth game in a row on Tuesday night, a heartbreaking 5-3 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins at home, and fans are getting frustrated. (Fansided)

Weather: 66 and sunny

Sponsored by Columbus Recreation and Parks
WinterFest Columbus, presented by the Columbus Recreation and Parks Department, is a free annual celebration of the winter season in downtown Columbus. This free event features local seasonal craft beer and cocktails, live music, some of Columbus’ best food trucks, and lots of outdoor winter fun! For more info, please visit winterfestcolumbus.com.

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