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      Thursday in Columbus

      69°Sunny with a light north wind, then mostly clear tonight.

      This edition was for Thursday, October 22, 2026. Times, prices and plans applied to that day only.

      State board takes sworn public testimony tonight on another New Albany data-center gas plant

      The Ohio Power Siting Board holds a local public hearing at 6 p.m. at the New Albany Early Learning Center, 5101 Swickard Woods Blvd., on PowerConneX's New Albany 3 Energy Center, a gas plant of up to 450 megawatts that would power a data center on the same site. Witnesses sign up at the door and get three minutes each; anyone who cannot attend may testify at the Nov. 4 evidentiary hearing at 180 E. Broad St.

      This is the one session where residents can put their views on the record before the board rules on more on-site gas power for New Albany's data centers.

      Ohio Power Siting Board · Wed 12 AM

      News

      1. Franklin County early voting runs about 2.5 times the last midterm

        Nearly 40,000 people have already voted early in Franklin County. Elections director Antone White expects turnout of 55 to 60 percent and a busy Election Day. NBC4

      2. City Council hears from the public on retention pond safety at 1 p.m.

        Council member Rob Dorans leads a hearing on whether to go beyond the 2024 rules on signs and life rings, less than a month after a 2-year-old drowned in a pond at a Polaris-area apartment complex. 10TV

      3. Columbus reopens its fire chief search

        The city hired a new search firm for up to $50,000 and set a Nov. 1 deadline, after about 50 people applied in the first round. Mayor Ginther says he wants an outside candidate to lead the 1,700-member division. 10TV

      4. Neighbors push Ohio EPA on a northeast-side asphalt plant

        More than a dozen people from Westerville, Blendon Township and Columbus spoke at the final hearing on Scioto Materials' air permit renewal, which would allow up to 600,000 tons of hot mix asphalt a year. The comment period closed at midnight. NBC4

      5. Children's reports a nearly 200 percent jump in kids' e-bike injuries

        A Nationwide Children's surgeon says some injuries now look like motorcycle trauma, and advises no e-bikes under age 12 and helmets rated for mopeds or motorcycles. NBC4

      6. Crew lose the U.S. Open Cup final on penalties

        St. Louis won the shootout 5-3 after a 0-0 draw through extra time; Santi Rodriguez had the only miss. Columbus has not won the cup since 2002. NBC4

      Children's tissue-paper pumpkin crafts displayed on a wall

      Photo: Circleville Pumpkin Show: Schedule of Events

      Circleville Pumpkin Show

      10 AM–10 PM · Downtown Circleville, Circleville

      Admission is free, it runs until 10 tonight in full sun, and you can see the show's all-time record pumpkin, the 3:30 Baby Parade and the 8 o'clock Parade of Bands.

      Free admission; ride wristbands sold 10 AM to 4 PM (the show's pages list both $30 and $35) · 25 mi south of downtown

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      Two glowing tiger lanterns reaching toward a green plant

      Photo: Columbus Zoo: Lantern Festival

      Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival

      7:30–10:30 PM · Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Powell

      The festival ends Sunday, tonight is the first of its last four nights, and the 44-degree low means a clear, dry walk among more than 70 lantern sets.

      Ticket prices vary; festival-only tickets or a discounted zoo add-on · 15 mi northwest of downtown

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      Openings

      1. Coming soon · Opens Nov. 21

        The Farmer's Larder

        Brewery District · 900 S High St, Columbus, OH

        A new grocery near German Village that plans to stock about 90 percent local goods, plus prepared foods.

        Columbus Underground

      2. Coming soon · Opening date not announced

        Canario

        Short North · 19 W Russell St, Columbus, OH

        Marco Piazza and chef Jeremy Nelson, a Charlie Trotter's alum, are taking over the former Woodhouse Vegan space with 42 seats, a tasting menu with a la carte options and a 3 to 5 happy hour. They plan to validate parking.

        ABC6

      3. Coming soon · Reopening soon, date not announced

        Osteria Pizzeria

        Olde Towne East · 892 Oak St, Columbus, OH

        The family pizzeria has been closed since an August storm tore off its roof and says it is almost ready to reopen.

        614NOW

      4. Closed · Closed this week

        Q2 China Bistro

        Polaris · 472 Polaris Pkwy, Columbus, OH

        The Chinese-American restaurant closed this location after 20 years and hinted at a future home, with nothing announced.

        614NOW

      5. Coming soon · Early spring 2027

        Buckeye Family Pizza & Pub

        Hilliard · 5155 Raglan St, Hilliard, OH

        The Marysville pizzeria's owners plan a 4,000-square-foot spinoff in Lawrence Square with a full bar, outdoor seating and dishes from their three restaurants.

        614NOW

      Plans

      Things to do

      Thursday

      1. The food hall is open 9 to 7 on Thursdays. Park in the Vine Street Garage at 45 Vine St, where merchants validate.

        North Market Downtown, 59 Spruce St, Columbus · Downtown

        Free entry; prices vary by merchant

        DirectionsCalendarNorth Market: Locations and hours

      2. The galleries stay open until 7 on Thursdays and admission is free. The cafe closes at 4.

        Visitors look closely at artwork in a crowded gallery

        Photo: Wexner Center for the Arts: Your Visit

        Wexner Center for the Arts, 1871 N High St, Columbus · 3 mi north of downtown

        Free gallery admission

        DirectionsCalendarWexner Center for the Arts: Your Visit

      3. Day two of the 119th show brings the Baby Parade at 3:30, a talent contest at 12:15 and the Parade of Bands at 8 on Court Street. This year's winning pumpkin weighed 2,455 pounds, an all-time show record.

        Children's tissue-paper pumpkin crafts displayed on a wall

        Photo: Circleville Pumpkin Show: Schedule of Events

        Downtown Circleville, Court St and Main St, Circleville · 25 mi south of downtown

        Free admission; ride wristbands sold 10 AM to 4 PM (the show's pages list both $30 and $35)Good for kids

        DirectionsCalendarCircleville Pumpkin Show: Schedule of Events

      4. On Thursday and Friday, u-pick Goldrush apples and pumpkins are at the maze entrance at 9851 Morse Rd. The maze itself is open Friday through Sunday, and the farm market is open 10 to 6.

        Lynd Fruit Farm maze entrance, 9851 Morse Rd SW, Pataskala · 16 mi east of downtown

        U-pick prices not statedGood for kids

        DirectionsCalendarLynd Fruit Farm

      5. Daytime hours are 10 to 5. Buy tickets online; the Lantern Festival is a separate evening ticket.

        Two young elephants playing together in their habitat

        Photo: Columbus Zoo and Aquarium: Hours, Rates and Tickets

        Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, 4850 W Powell Rd, Powell · 15 mi northwest of downtown

        Admission from $27.95 (ages 3 to 9), $34.95 (10 to 59), $32.95 (60+)Good for kids

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      6. Land-Grant has turned its taproom into a Halloween bar with heavier decor and a menu of themed cocktails, open 3 to 10 daily through the season.

        Taproom with long wood tables, bar, and two beers

        Photo: Land-Grant Brewing: Nightmare on Town Street

        Land-Grant Brewing Taproom, 424 W Town St, Columbus · Downtown

        Free entry; pay for what you order

        DirectionsCalendarLand-Grant Brewing: Nightmare on Town Street

      Tonight

      1. Admission drops to $5 from 5 to 9 on Thursdays, and visitors 25 and under are always free. The museum lot charges a flat $10.

        Visitors viewing tapestry and paintings in a blue gallery

        Photo: Columbus Museum of Art: Plan Your Visit

        Columbus Museum of Art, 480 E Broad St, Columbus · Downtown

        $5 from 5 to 9 PM; free for ages 25 and under; parking $10

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      2. Lit pumpkin displays, a new straw bale maze, crafts from 5:30 to 8:30 and food trucks this week from Ninja Bowl and Mustafas Halal Gyro. Reserve ahead; the bar closes at 8:30.

        Two children in costumes walk under string lights and green-lit trees

        Photo: Franklin Park Conservatory: Pumpkins Aglow

        Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, 1777 E Broad St, Columbus · 2 mi east of downtown

        $28.35 ages 13 to 59, $24.15 seniors, $17.33 ages 3 to 12, including culture feeGood for kids

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      3. CAPA's Thursday Halloween movie series shows The Craft on the lawn at 7; the bar and a food truck open at 6. Bring a chair or blanket, and the LinkUS tent hands out free popcorn.

        Crowd on lawn watching an outdoor movie screen at sunset

        Photo: Columbus Commons: Free Sunset Movie, The Craft

        Columbus Commons, 160 S High St, Columbus · Downtown

        Free

        DirectionsCalendarColumbus Commons: Free Sunset Movie, The Craft

      4. Short North Stage brings back the stage musical for its ninth year, a two-weekend run through Oct. 31. It is rated R and meant for mature audiences.

        Short North Stage, Garden Theater, 1187 N High St, Columbus · 2 mi north of downtown

        Ticket prices not stated

        DirectionsCalendarTickets

      5. The country singer plays with 12/OC and Alan Carl. Doors open at 7 and the show is all ages.

        Smiling man in a cap and tan work shirt

        Photo: PromoWest: Drew Baldridge at The Bluestone

        The Bluestone, 583 E Broad St, Columbus · Downtown

        Ticket prices not statedGood for kids

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      6. A free local showcase with Slimetimerich, Jai Carey and Mirue. Doors at 7, all ages.

        Ace of Cups, 2619 N High St, Columbus · 4 mi north of downtown

        FreeGood for kids

        DirectionsCalendarAce of Cups: Music Columbus, The Unheard

      7. A full-length ballet about Marilyn Monroe, about 1 hour 45 minutes with a 20-minute intermission. Three performances remain, through Saturday.

        Dancer in a purple gown atop red steps surrounded by men

        Photo: BalletMet: Marilyn

        Davidson Theatre, Riffe Center, 77 S High St, Columbus · Downtown

        Ticket prices not stated

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      8. More than 70 sets of LED lanterns light wildlife scenes along the zoo paths, with performances. The festival ends Sunday, Oct. 25.

        Two glowing tiger lanterns reaching toward a green plant

        Photo: Columbus Zoo: Lantern Festival

        Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, 4850 W Powell Rd, Powell · 15 mi northwest of downtown

        Ticket prices vary; festival-only tickets or a discounted zoo add-onGood for kids

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      9. Doors open at 6:30 and the show starts at 8. No bags or purses; only wallets or clutches up to 5 by 8 by 1 inches.

        Rapper performing on stage with a camera operator behind him

        Photo: Schottenstein Center: Rod Wave

        Schottenstein Center, 555 Borror Dr, Columbus · 3 mi northwest of downtown

        Ticket prices not stated

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