Tuesday, March 7 2017

Hello Tuesday. James here.

Protests and demonstrations will be a continuing fact of Columbus life in the coming years. It's hard to imagine things ramping down at this point. This past weekend was more of the new normal, as a pro-Trump contingent demonstrated in front of the statehouse, balanced by opposition that included black masked wearing Antifa. Columbus Navigator was there, and we have a story and pictures at the link.Navigator full story: Protest Erupts in Front of State House

The Rundown:Weather: 58. Rain. 100% chance of rainTo do: RAW Columbus is presenting an evening of art and entertainment at Shadowbox Live, with over 50 local artists. There'll be live music, visual arts, fashion, hair and makeup design, and performing arts. Doors open at 7, and tickets are $22 pre sale, $30 at the door.

Navigator Originals:A Look Inside The Arnold: 27 Amazing Pictures You Need To SeeThe Arnold took place this weekend, and we have an awesome roundup of images from the sports festival.Ohio Dominican University Hires A New PresidentODU has landed a new president; check out where he's from and all the details.Seventh Son Hosting Fundraiser For Refugees In ColumbusIn timely news, Seventh Son is having a fundraiser tonight to benefit Columbus refugees.Sarah Bruce Remains Steadfast Despite The Pressure Of CompetitionCheck out this profile of an Arnold bodybuilding fitness competitor. Guaranteed to make you want to step away from the doughnuts. (Or double down, we don't judge either way.)Virtual Velo Is Changing The Way Cyclists Train In New AlbanyA very cool new cycling center has opened in New Albany.

The Tuesday Conversation:Rob Portman has signed on to a letter indicating that he is against the health care reform bill that was just unveiled. He is breaking with the president over cuts in Medicaid. [The Atlantic]BrewDog's brewery has grown so quickly they are already adding seating and staff. The restaurant and bar have seen double the traffic BrewDog anticipated. [Dispatch/Malone]A 3d pizza printer start up is moving to Gahanna after a $1 million investment led by Donato's and Jim Grote. The company was in the news a year ago for 3d printing Block O pizzas at an OSU tailgate. [Columbus Business First/Ghose] 

Longread for your lunch break:David Letterman comes out of retirement for a wide ranging conversation with Vulture. While his thoughts on Trump (particularly the pre-election Jimmy Fallon interview) will make headlines, the entire thing is a gem.In Conversation: David Letterman - Vulture

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