Wednesday, January 13 2021

5 Magical Winter Hikes Around Columbus ❄️

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Happy Wednesday! Chelsea here.

Today, like so many days recently, is going to be one for the history books. So before we have to deal with the real world, let's spend a few minutes enjoying ourselves. We're kicking off this morning with a relaxing suggestion: some winter hikes. Get out and explore Columbus. We could all use a little extra fresh air every now and then! 

Navigator Feature Story: 

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Navigator Originals ✏️

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If you haven't watched Bridgerton on Netflix yet, you should take some time today and treat yourself. This romantic period drama has taken the world by storm and I can't help but love the major Bridgerton vibes this house gives me. 

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Being at home so much for the last year has really taught me the value of finding affordable home decor. Here's your guide on where to find fantastic deals on home goods around the city.

Headlines 📰 

The Ohio National Guard

has been activated ahead of expected pro-Trump protests. 580 Ohio National Guard in total will be deployed both here in Ohio and in Washington DC

. (Cleveland.com)

Some of the Ohio connections

to the Capitol riots: Ohio bartender

/ Another

/ An Ohio Board of Education member

 (Ohio Capital Journal)

Community rallies

around Merion Village bakery

(Dispatch)

Columbus Food Adventures

 have a roundup for their

 that began last April. So far, they have "

served over 3600 meals coming from 66 unique food providers representing almost 40 nationalities

". (Columbus Food Adventures)

Weather:

44 and mostly sunny

Coronavirus Updates 💊

7,981 cases

, 486 hospitalizations, and 100 newly reported deaths. Still staying comfortably above the rolling average every day. Trend graphs

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Some of the same guidelines

we are operating under for today's pandemic were known 432 years ago, including things like six feet for social distancing and

. (BBC)

Today's Photo 🤳

Local blogger Julie Miller points out that in a COVID winter "40 degrees is the new 70". Getting outdoors is the pro-move this winter, just like the bison in this photo who are hanging out in the winter pasture behind the Nature Center

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