Proposed 5-story Clintonville building to grow with added land

The five-story building with apartments and stores proposed for the heart of Clintonville is growing.

Northstar Realty is in contract to acquire the former Clintonville Electric site, giving the company control of the west side of N. High Street between W. North Broadway and Brighton Road. That gives the developer more room to expand the project to 66 apartments, from 60, said Jackson Reynolds, Northstar’s zoning attorney.

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Columbus Opens City’s First Protected Bike Lane to the Public

While cyclists have already been utilizing some of the completed portions of the new bike lanes along Fourth and Summit Streets for several weeks, the new project officially opened to the public with a ribbon cutting ceremony held yesterday afternoon by city leaders. The new installment includes the first protected lane in the City of Columbus, which runs along Summit from Hudson Street to Eleventh Avenue — a major thoroughfare in the University District.

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Columbus Opens City’s First Protected Bike Lane to the Public

While cyclists have already been utilizing some of the completed portions of the new bike lanes along Fourth and Summit Streets for several weeks, the new project officially opened to the public with a ribbon cutting ceremony held yesterday afternoon by city leaders. The new installment includes the first protected lane in the City of Columbus, which runs along Summit from Hudson Street to Eleventh Avenue — a major thoroughfare in the University District.

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Valley Dale Ballroom Reopens with Help by Made From Scratch Catering Firm

After spending the better part of 2015 closed, the historic Valley Dale Ballroom on Sunbury Road is scheduled to reopen this month under the control of new management. Locally based catering and event firm Made From Scratch will be taking over the day to day operations, following the completion of renovations to the main ballroom.

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Valley Dale Ballroom Reopens with Help by Made From Scratch Catering Firm

After spending the better part of 2015 closed, the historic Valley Dale Ballroom on Sunbury Road is scheduled to reopen this month under the control of new management. Locally based catering and event firm Made From Scratch will be taking over the day to day operations, following the completion of renovations to the main ballroom.

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American companies are falling back in love with downtowns

A June 2015 report from Smart Growth America, global real estate advisors Cushman & Wakefield and the Center for Real Estate and Urban Analysis at George Washington University School of Business detailed the recent trend. The report, “Core Values — Why American Companies are Moving Downtown,” tracked nearly 500 companies that have moved or expanded in downtowns in the last five years. Those businesses covered a wide range of industries, from professional, scientific and technical services to information, finance, insurance, manufacturing and retail.

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American companies are falling back in love with downtowns

A June 2015 report from Smart Growth America, global real estate advisors Cushman & Wakefield and the Center for Real Estate and Urban Analysis at George Washington University School of Business detailed the recent trend. The report, “Core Values — Why American Companies are Moving Downtown,” tracked nearly 500 companies that have moved or expanded in downtowns in the last five years. Those businesses covered a wide range of industries, from professional, scientific and technical services to information, finance, insurance, manufacturing and retail.

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Next: The Baby Boomers Aren’t Done Yet

There are now 76 million Baby Boomers. The first wave of Baby Boomers recently reached the age of 70 and the trailing edge of that generation are now in their early 50s. Marketers like to concentrate their attentions on the 18-35 year old Millennial demographic, but the Boomers continue to wield a lot of economic and (via lobbying efforts by AARP) political clout. Although they are aging, the Baby Boomers are not going away quietly.

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Next: The Baby Boomers Aren’t Done Yet

There are now 76 million Baby Boomers. The first wave of Baby Boomers recently reached the age of 70 and the trailing edge of that generation are now in their early 50s. Marketers like to concentrate their attentions on the 18-35 year old Millennial demographic, but the Boomers continue to wield a lot of economic and (via lobbying efforts by AARP) political clout. Although they are aging, the Baby Boomers are not going away quietly.

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Opera Columbus Launches First Columbus Performing Arts Prize Project

The first artistic project supported by the recently created Columbus Performing Arts Prize debuts this weekend. Armide, presented by Opera Columbus at the Southern Theatre downtown, promises to amaze audiences.   

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Opera Columbus Launches First Columbus Performing Arts Prize Project

The first artistic project supported by the recently created Columbus Performing Arts Prize debuts this weekend. Armide, presented by Opera Columbus at the Southern Theatre downtown, promises to amaze audiences.   

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Installing Public Restrooms Downtown

Public toilets are not something people like to talk about, but resulting problems from the absence of proper facilities cause real problems in urban centers. Columbus is no exception, and a pilot program is being planned to bring public restrooms downtown. See Full Story Here

Installing Public Restrooms Downtown

Public toilets are not something people like to talk about, but resulting problems from the absence of proper facilities cause real problems in urban centers. Columbus is no exception, and a pilot program is being planned to bring public restrooms downtown. See Full Story Here

City of Columbus Announces Plans to Plant 300,000 New Trees by 2020

When it comes to urban revitalization, there are many different ways to go about building (or rebuilding) a community. Nearly every idea comes with its share of proponents and detractors, with some ideas being more controversial than others. But there’s one form of community enhancement that few people would argue is problematic for a neighborhood: planting trees.

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City of Columbus Announces Plans to Plant 300,000 New Trees by 2020

When it comes to urban revitalization, there are many different ways to go about building (or rebuilding) a community. Nearly every idea comes with its share of proponents and detractors, with some ideas being more controversial than others. But there’s one form of community enhancement that few people would argue is problematic for a neighborhood: planting trees.

Lots of Trees for CMH 

Dogs in the Garden - Plants to Avoid

This section features a list of plants that may cause harm to dogs and other pets. We have listed below some plants to avoid alphabetically by their common names. We have also given the botanical Latin name of each plant. Also, be aware of potentially toxic houseplants you may have in your home, and keep them well out of reach of your pet.

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Dogs in the Garden - Plants to Avoid

This section features a list of plants that may cause harm to dogs and other pets. We have listed below some plants to avoid alphabetically by their common names. We have also given the botanical Latin name of each plant. Also, be aware of potentially toxic houseplants you may have in your home, and keep them well out of reach of your pet.

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Tree Leaves Dropping Early Means...What?

The calls have begun to come into the Extension offices from concerned citizens, regarding their trees which are dropping leaves.  Most of the concerns for the trees center on these leaf losses and whether or not the trees are dying.  While there is no direct correlation between early leaf loss or coloration and tree death, it may suggest that there are stress factors which are impacting that tree.

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Tree Leaves Dropping Early Means...What?

The calls have begun to come into the Extension offices from concerned citizens, regarding their trees which are dropping leaves.  Most of the concerns for the trees center on these leaf losses and whether or not the trees are dying.  While there is no direct correlation between early leaf loss or coloration and tree death, it may suggest that there are stress factors which are impacting that tree.

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Worthington Ranked #2 Hottest Housing Market in US

Last month, Realtor.com named the Columbus market as one of the hottest in the country. Today, Realtor.com has released a report of the latest home sales data that drills down by individual zip code, and has determined that 43085 in Worthington is the 2nd hottest housing zip in the entire US.

The median list price is $218,000 for the zip code, and houses are only on the market for a median of 26 days.  The Story is Here !

Worthington Ranked #2 Hottest Housing Market in US

Last month, Realtor.com named the Columbus market as one of the hottest in the country. Today, Realtor.com has released a report of the latest home sales data that drills down by individual zip code, and has determined that 43085 in Worthington is the 2nd hottest housing zip in the entire US.

The median list price is $218,000 for the zip code, and houses are only on the market for a median of 26 days.  The Story is Here !

zucchini or summer squash bright spots for this season.

In central Ohio, gardeners are having a bumper crop and the plants are continuing to produce.  There are four groups of summer squash: zucchini, yellow summer squash, patty pan and Cousa or Mideast.

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zucchini or summer squash bright spots for this season.

In central Ohio, gardeners are having a bumper crop and the plants are continuing to produce.  There are four groups of summer squash: zucchini, yellow summer squash, patty pan and Cousa or Mideast.

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Weed - Common Chicory (Cichorium intybus)

The delicate blue flower seen along roadsides, pastures, and meadows announcing summers arrival is Common Chicory.

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Weed - Common Chicory (Cichorium intybus)

The delicate blue flower seen along roadsides, pastures, and meadows announcing summers arrival is Common Chicory.

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Rambling House Soda proves pleasantly surprising

Enter the unassuming little venue just south of the Clintonville neighborhood and, through dusky lighting, you’ll see a layout that’s authentically rustic. There’s a modest bar, simple wooden tables, wooden barrels, posters extolling sustainable agriculture and the Ohio Paw Paw Festival and a stage for live music.

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Rambling House Soda proves pleasantly surprising

Enter the unassuming little venue just south of the Clintonville neighborhood and, through dusky lighting, you’ll see a layout that’s authentically rustic. There’s a modest bar, simple wooden tables, wooden barrels, posters extolling sustainable agriculture and the Ohio Paw Paw Festival and a stage for live music.

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Olympic apartment, retail project in Clintonville gets final OK

The project replacing the former Olympic Swim Club in Clintonville has gotten its final zoning approval.

Columbus City Council on Monday unanimously approved the zoning for developer Kyle Katz’s plan for 114 apartments and 5,000 square feet of street-level retail, ending a year-long saga for the 3450 Indianola Ave. site.

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Olympic apartment, retail project in Clintonville gets final OK

The project replacing the former Olympic Swim Club in Clintonville has gotten its final zoning approval.

Columbus City Council on Monday unanimously approved the zoning for developer Kyle Katz’s plan for 114 apartments and 5,000 square feet of street-level retail, ending a year-long saga for the 3450 Indianola Ave. site.

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Connect Columbus Initiative Continues

The city’s Connect Columbus initiative continues this week with a third round of workshops designed togenerate discussion about driving, walking, biking and riding in Columbus. As they’ve done in the first two week-long sessions, the city and its team of consultants will provide maps, case studies from other cities, and lots of data about all forms of transportation in the city.

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Connect Columbus Initiative Continues

The city’s Connect Columbus initiative continues this week with a third round of workshops designed togenerate discussion about driving, walking, biking and riding in Columbus. As they’ve done in the first two week-long sessions, the city and its team of consultants will provide maps, case studies from other cities, and lots of data about all forms of transportation in the city.

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Columbus Named 15th Hottest Real Estate Market in US

If you’ve bought a home (or attempted to buy a home) in recent months, then you’ve probably already realized that the local housing market has heated back up quite a bit here in Central Ohio. Realtor.com confirmed that in a recent evaluation of the top housing markets in the US, where Columbus clocked in at number 15 on the list. The analysis on home sale data from June shows that national median list pricing is up 7% from 2014, and median days on market is down 7% from 2014.

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Columbus Named 15th Hottest Real Estate Market in US

If you’ve bought a home (or attempted to buy a home) in recent months, then you’ve probably already realized that the local housing market has heated back up quite a bit here in Central Ohio. Realtor.com confirmed that in a recent evaluation of the top housing markets in the US, where Columbus clocked in at number 15 on the list. The analysis on home sale data from June shows that national median list pricing is up 7% from 2014, and median days on market is down 7% from 2014.

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TREEmendous Art Installations Bring Magic to Summer

Fans of last year’s Tiny Doors project will be excited to learn that a whole new world of discovery has come to several of Columbus’ parks this summer. Columbus Recreation and Parks has launched the TREEmendous project, a collaboration with five artists to place treehouses in chosen trees in five city parks. The installations will be up through September 20, 2015.


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TREEmendous Art Installations Bring Magic to Summer

Fans of last year’s Tiny Doors project will be excited to learn that a whole new world of discovery has come to several of Columbus’ parks this summer. Columbus Recreation and Parks has launched the TREEmendous project, a collaboration with five artists to place treehouses in chosen trees in five city parks. The installations will be up through September 20, 2015.


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Columbus prepares residents for sewer changes.

Columbus has spent $1.2 million reaching out to the community as it prepares to make a radical shift in the way it protects rivers and streams from sewage overflows.

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Good Sewer Changes Coming

Columbus prepares residents for sewer changes.

Columbus has spent $1.2 million reaching out to the community as it prepares to make a radical shift in the way it protects rivers and streams from sewage overflows.

It's a good story - you are going to like it.

Good Sewer Changes Coming

Battelle Looking to Develop Prime Real Estate in Harrison West

Battelle has taken the first steps in a process that could lead to the development of nearly 20 acres of land between West Fifth Avenue and West Third Avenue in Harrison West. The parcel in question – which sits just east of the Olentangy River – is currently the site of a large surface parking lot, a warehouse constructed in the late 1980′s, and a one-story daycare center. It also contains significant green space, including a large park-like section north of Third and a smaller swath on the south side of Fifth, east of Perry Street.

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Battelle Looking to Develop Prime Real Estate in Harrison West

Battelle has taken the first steps in a process that could lead to the development of nearly 20 acres of land between West Fifth Avenue and West Third Avenue in Harrison West. The parcel in question – which sits just east of the Olentangy River – is currently the site of a large surface parking lot, a warehouse constructed in the late 1980′s, and a one-story daycare center. It also contains significant green space, including a large park-like section north of Third and a smaller swath on the south side of Fifth, east of Perry Street.

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Water Water Every Where

Channel 10 say we had over 1/2 inch of rain in half and hour this afternoon. We are dry but 3 fans and the dehumidifier are running 24/7.

Abundant Wet Weather...Starting to Feel like Swamp Thing 

Water Water Every Where

Channel 10 say we had over 1/2 inch of rain in half and hour this afternoon. We are dry but 3 fans and the dehumidifier are running 24/7.

Abundant Wet Weather...Starting to Feel like Swamp Thing 

Pollinators in the Garden

June 15 - 21, 2015 has been designated National Pollinator Week by the U.S. Department of Agriculture; this is a great time to think about how to attract more pollinators to our gardens.  Pollinators are necessary for the production of many food crops and provide a vital service to the survival of many native plants.  We can thank pollinators for one in three mouthfuls of food and drink – from coffee and chocolate to most fruits and many vegetables we eat.  Choosing plants that provide the necessary habitat and food sources for birds, bats, butterflies, moths, beetles, wasps, small mammals and most importantly bees can increase the number of pollinators in your garden.

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Pollinators in the Garden

June 15 - 21, 2015 has been designated National Pollinator Week by the U.S. Department of Agriculture; this is a great time to think about how to attract more pollinators to our gardens.  Pollinators are necessary for the production of many food crops and provide a vital service to the survival of many native plants.  We can thank pollinators for one in three mouthfuls of food and drink – from coffee and chocolate to most fruits and many vegetables we eat.  Choosing plants that provide the necessary habitat and food sources for birds, bats, butterflies, moths, beetles, wasps, small mammals and most importantly bees can increase the number of pollinators in your garden.

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Next: What Will Columbus Look Like in 2044?

The June 18 Columbus Futurists monthly forum will explore the future of Columbus in 2044, the trends that will shape the city and our visions for what the city will look like in thirty years. Here’s one of the ideas I will suggest:

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Next: What Will Columbus Look Like in 2044?

The June 18 Columbus Futurists monthly forum will explore the future of Columbus in 2044, the trends that will shape the city and our visions for what the city will look like in thirty years. Here’s one of the ideas I will suggest:

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American Cottage Gardens are Popular

Inside the home, decorating trends suggest mixing antiques with contemporary furniture, blending fabrics and patterns, and combining styles for an eclectic atmosphere. The same trend is also growing in popularity for outside of the home.  See More

American Cottage Gardens are Popular

Inside the home, decorating trends suggest mixing antiques with contemporary furniture, blending fabrics and patterns, and combining styles for an eclectic atmosphere. The same trend is also growing in popularity for outside of the home.  See More

Mulch Madness or the "Mis-Mulching of America"

Mulch is a great way to suppress weeds, conserve moisture, and add appeal in a landscape.  However, sometimes mulching can go awry and create unexpected challenges to gardeners and professionals alike.  One such challenge is the overzealous application of mulch.

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Mulch Madness or the "Mis-Mulching of America"

Mulch is a great way to suppress weeds, conserve moisture, and add appeal in a landscape.  However, sometimes mulching can go awry and create unexpected challenges to gardeners and professionals alike.  One such challenge is the overzealous application of mulch.

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Proposed 5-story Clintonville building to grow with added land

The five-story building with apartments and stores proposed for the heart of Clintonville is growing.

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Proposed 5-story Clintonville building to grow with added land

The five-story building with apartments and stores proposed for the heart of Clintonville is growing.

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Census: Columbus Ranked 13th Fastest Growing US City

The US Census Bureau released initial estimates for the period running between July 2013 and July 2014 earlier this year, which showed the Columbus Metropolitan Area gaining 25,504 people and Franklin County gaining 17,559 people. Updated numbers released today for that same time period show the City of Columbus proper gaining 12,421 people, making it the 13th fastest growing city in the US.

Columbus is growing. Quickly. 

Census: Columbus Ranked 13th Fastest Growing US City

The US Census Bureau released initial estimates for the period running between July 2013 and July 2014 earlier this year, which showed the Columbus Metropolitan Area gaining 25,504 people and Franklin County gaining 17,559 people. Updated numbers released today for that same time period show the City of Columbus proper gaining 12,421 people, making it the 13th fastest growing city in the US.

Columbus is growing. Quickly. 

Young Trees Need Training

The purchase has been made and the trees are in the ground.  You may ask, "What is the next step?"  In addition to immediate water and maintenance  practices to deal with broken, rubbing or misshapen branches, the next five years is very important for both the establishment and training of the shape of the tree to come.

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Young Trees Need Training

The purchase has been made and the trees are in the ground.  You may ask, "What is the next step?"  In addition to immediate water and maintenance  practices to deal with broken, rubbing or misshapen branches, the next five years is very important for both the establishment and training of the shape of the tree to come.

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Gallery Hop May 2015

With near-perfect weather and springtime excitement in the air, the Short North was alive and buzzing this evening for this month’s installment of Gallery Hop. Patios were filled throughout the district with diners and drinkers, sidewalks were filled with arts patrons and shoppers, and there were plenty of extra sights, sounds and smells to take in ranging from food trucks to furries and street protesters to street musicians.

Below is a snapshot of Gallery Hop festivities.

Gallery Hop May 2015

With near-perfect weather and springtime excitement in the air, the Short North was alive and buzzing this evening for this month’s installment of Gallery Hop. Patios were filled throughout the district with diners and drinkers, sidewalks were filled with arts patrons and shoppers, and there were plenty of extra sights, sounds and smells to take in ranging from food trucks to furries and street protesters to street musicians.

Below is a snapshot of Gallery Hop festivities.

Carpenter Bee Complaints

BYGLers have begun to hear from homeowners about Carpenter Bees (Xylocopa virginica) and notably their hovering aggressive behavior that tends to bring them into conflict with humans.

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Carpenter Bee Complaints

BYGLers have begun to hear from homeowners about Carpenter Bees (Xylocopa virginica) and notably their hovering aggressive behavior that tends to bring them into conflict with humans.

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Hosta Information

 This may not be a new perennial to most gardeners, but hostas are still a favorite for the shade garden.  These plants, which are grown for their foliage, are easy to grow.  From yellow-green, dark green, green-white variegated, to blue colors as well as oval, heart-shaped or strap-shaped leaves; the shapes and colors come in endless varieties.  


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Hosta Information

 This may not be a new perennial to most gardeners, but hostas are still a favorite for the shade garden.  These plants, which are grown for their foliage, are easy to grow.  From yellow-green, dark green, green-white variegated, to blue colors as well as oval, heart-shaped or strap-shaped leaves; the shapes and colors come in endless varieties.  


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Firewood Beetle Flare-up

 This is the time of the year when a number of beetles can emerge from firewood stored in or around homes ... to the surprise and consternation of homeowners!

Now is a critical time

Firewood Beetle Flare-up

 This is the time of the year when a number of beetles can emerge from firewood stored in or around homes ... to the surprise and consternation of homeowners!

Now is a critical time

The 2015 Columbus Festival Season

It’s the time that many wait for, the warm weather and the fun outdoor festival season, music, food, home tours, funnel cakes, and more! Below is a list of festivals beginning now and running through 2015. Get out your calendar and start filling it in! If you know of a festival that should be included, comment and let us know and we’ll add it. This should be a great start to help get your weekends crammed with fun events all summer long. Enjoy!

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The 2015 Columbus Festival Season

It’s the time that many wait for, the warm weather and the fun outdoor festival season, music, food, home tours, funnel cakes, and more! Below is a list of festivals beginning now and running through 2015. Get out your calendar and start filling it in! If you know of a festival that should be included, comment and let us know and we’ll add it. This should be a great start to help get your weekends crammed with fun events all summer long. Enjoy!

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Growing Degree Days (GDD) Gardening

GDD is a measure of the daily maximum and minimum temperature and directly relates to growth and development of plants and insects.  The GDD of any zip code location in Ohio is estimated using the GDD of ten OARDC weather stations and available on the web at:  http://www.oardc.ohio-state.edu/gdd/.


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Growing Degree Days (GDD) Gardening

GDD is a measure of the daily maximum and minimum temperature and directly relates to growth and development of plants and insects.  The GDD of any zip code location in Ohio is estimated using the GDD of ten OARDC weather stations and available on the web at:  http://www.oardc.ohio-state.edu/gdd/.


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Ode to the Tuliptree

(Liriodendron tulipifera)

Shakespeare used the term "trippingly" to refer to a lilting or nimble effect as in "trippingly on the tongue" rather than bombastic speechifying referenced in his Hamlet directives.  The Latin name of tuliptree should thusly be spoken trippingly.  Try saying it out loud; it's very elfish and fairy-like trills befits the "trippingly" term the Bard first used in "Midsummer Night's Dream."

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Ode to the Tuliptree

(Liriodendron tulipifera)

Shakespeare used the term "trippingly" to refer to a lilting or nimble effect as in "trippingly on the tongue" rather than bombastic speechifying referenced in his Hamlet directives.  The Latin name of tuliptree should thusly be spoken trippingly.  Try saying it out loud; it's very elfish and fairy-like trills befits the "trippingly" term the Bard first used in "Midsummer Night's Dream."

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Kick-start your spring garden

If you removed cherry blossoms and flowering magnolias from the early April landscape, you’d see that the very start of spring is a pretty empty affair. Yes, the whole plant world is now stirring, but there’s a lot of inertia to overcome, and it will be another couple of weeks or more before we feel we’ve stepped into spring proper.

Spring is Here 

Kick-start your spring garden

If you removed cherry blossoms and flowering magnolias from the early April landscape, you’d see that the very start of spring is a pretty empty affair. Yes, the whole plant world is now stirring, but there’s a lot of inertia to overcome, and it will be another couple of weeks or more before we feel we’ve stepped into spring proper.

Spring is Here 

Dough Mama Opening Bake Shop in Clintonville

Dough Mama was one of the newcomers in our Best Bites: Bakeries event back in February, but that didn’t stop Perrie Wilkof from wowing the crowds with her Maple Bourbon Pecan Mini Pies (voted 3rd favorite dessert that night). In fact, her home-based business has done so well since launching back in September, that she’s already making the next step forward into becoming a brick-and-mortar business in Clintonville.

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Dough Mama Opening Bake Shop in Clintonville

Dough Mama was one of the newcomers in our Best Bites: Bakeries event back in February, but that didn’t stop Perrie Wilkof from wowing the crowds with her Maple Bourbon Pecan Mini Pies (voted 3rd favorite dessert that night). In fact, her home-based business has done so well since launching back in September, that she’s already making the next step forward into becoming a brick-and-mortar business in Clintonville.

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COTA Approves New Bus Pass Program for Downtown Workforce

There is some progress. A few years ago I was on contract at Ohio Department of Education and wanted the contracting company to buy a bus pass. That was rejected but they paid for a parkind spot at the Leveque Tower for an outrageous amount.

Vive la difference !

Reasonable Downtown Parking Alternatives

COTA Approves New Bus Pass Program for Downtown Workforce

There is some progress. A few years ago I was on contract at Ohio Department of Education and wanted the contracting company to buy a bus pass. That was rejected but they paid for a parkind spot at the Leveque Tower for an outrageous amount.

Vive la difference !

Reasonable Downtown Parking Alternatives

Road Map as this community grows by half a million people

The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) recently completed a comprehensive redesign of the bus network in Columbus – their Transit System Review recommended more-frequent buses in the urban core and a host of other changes, all without increasing the overall budget. While the new network will be slowly rolled out over the course of the next two years, COTA is now setting its sites on the future - a planning process they are calling COTA NextGen will look to the public for big ideas on how the city’s transportation system should respond to predicted growth and changing demographics. 

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