Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Author

Chelsea Wiley
October 09, 2024

Sponsored by Columbus Children’s Theatre 🎭
Get ready for an unforgettable theater experience as Next to Normal takes the stage at Columbus Children’s Theatre! From October 25 to November 10, 2024, this Pulitzer Prize-winning musical explores family, crisis, and mental illness with an emotional, powerful score. To get your tickets, click here.

Hello, Wednesday! Chelsea here.

In 1975, Columbus was a different place. Gerald Ford was the president; a gallon of gas cost a mere $0.57, and we still had passenger rail. But one thing was unfortunately similar: the dream of owning a home was out of reach for some. The city made the bold decision to offer 32 inner city homes in a lottery for just $1 each. Here’s how the system worked and a look at what one of the houses sold looks like today.

📺 Got Old Electronics? Here’s How to Ditch Them Responsibly This Weekend
Getting rid of old electronics can be a pain. It’s unsafe to throw items like this into the dump, but it’s also frustrating to keep an old dead TV in your basement indefinitely. Here’s how you can get rid of all sorts of electronic trash safely and efficiently.

🦥 You Can Do Yoga With Sloths At The Columbus Zoo This Fall
Sloths are the most marvelous little creatures and now, you can enjoy their company while doing yoga! The zoo is hosting a very slothtastic yoga session next month and we’ve got all of the details above.

Headlines 📰 

💸 Three Ohio billionaires made Forbes list of richest Americans. Two of them are NFL team owners, but maybe not the teams you’d expect. (Forbes)

👏 I Support the Girls is tackling a need you might not think about every day. From bras to period products, they’ve made a big difference in Columbus—and it’s all thanks to the generosity of the community. (Dispatch)

🛫 Flights to and from Columbus will be impacted as Hurricane Milton heads toward Florida. John Glenn International Airport shared the latest information about its nonstop destinations ahead of Hurricane Milton. Here’s what you need to know. (NBC4)

☀️ Weather: 71 and sunny

Sponsored by Greater Columbus Arts Council 🎵
Ready for an inspiring mural tour showcasing Columbus's vibrant neighborhood? Led by artist-activist Shelbi "SheL10" Toone, explore murals born from community creativity, celebrating love, history, and shared values. Discover the stories behind each masterpiece and connect with our city's rich heritage through art! For more info, head over to columbusmakesart.com.

Coming Up 📆

Today's Photo 🤳

😍 Have you ever heard of Barkcamp State Park? Nestled in the rolling hills of Ohio’s Appalachian Plateau, the park is a nature lover’s dream. With a stunning second-growth forest, a peaceful lake for paddling, and scenic hiking trails, it’s the perfect spot for your next adventure!

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- Chelsea