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Mitch Hooper

Senior City Editor

Mitch is based in Columbus, OH and has won multiple Associated Press awards for his writing. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in journalism from the Ohio State University, and is always down for a cup of coffee.

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City
Columbus Blue Jackets offer chance to meet next draft pick
The Columbus Blue Jackets want fans to test their luck with a new website where one lucky fan will have the chance to meet the next draft pick in the 2023 NHL Draft.
May 2, 2023
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City
How to spend Cinco de Mayo 2023 in Columbus, OH
Cinco de Mayo is on Friday, May 5 and Columbus, OH is home to bar crawls, discounts, and events throughout the day and into the weekend.
May 2, 2023
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Events
Plan Ahead: 20+ May events in Columbus
Columbus, Ohio will be home to a wide variety of events in May, including local food festivals, concerts from big name artists, family-friendly events, and art-forward fun.
April 28, 2023
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Business
Studies show downtown is thriving compared to other major metros
Two studies, one hosted by the University of Toronto + the other by Apollo Academy, show downtown Columbus is among the nation’s best in recovery from the pandemic.
April 26, 2023
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Work
How the Columbus’ highway system extends across the country
How far can you drive on a highway in Columbus, OH? We looked at the numbers + found anywhere from New Jersey to Colorado made the cut.
April 20, 2023
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Arts
Movie by Columbus filmmakers to be screened at the Wexner Center for the Arts
The Wexner Center for the Arts will screen the premiere of, “Ampe: Leap into the Sky, Black Girl,” a new short film by Columbus filmmakers Ife Oluwamuyide + Claudia Owusu.
April 18, 2023
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Live
The rise and fall of Wendy’s sun rooms
In the 1980s, the Columbus-based fast-food chain Wendy’s added sun rooms to its restaurants. Now, they are a thing of the past.
April 18, 2023
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History
Remembering CBJ’s first-ever playoff win
It’s been nearly a decade since the Columbus Blue Jackets etched the first-ever playoff win in franchise history.
April 14, 2023
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Entertainment
5 celebrities in Columbus with huge followings on social media
From drummers to foragers to poets, these creators in Columbus, OH boast massive followings on social media.
April 14, 2023
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City
Developers propose seven new family apartments for Dublin, OH
The Ashland Multi-Family project would bring seven buildings to Dublin’s Metro Center.
April 10, 2023
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Food
CBUStoday’s guide to patios in Columbus, OH
From Franklinton to Dublin, park it on one of these patios with a drink in hand.
April 10, 2023
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Food
CBUStoday’s quick guide to the Columbus Commons
Discover 200+ events in this local green space in downtown Columbus, OH.
April 6, 2023
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City
Longest public artwork in Columbus to be unveiled in June
A 229-ft long work of art is coming to Columbus, Ohio.
April 4, 2023
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Business
12 concerts in April in Columbus, OH
From local shows to big name acts, here are a dozen concerts in April in Columbus, OH.
April 4, 2023
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Business
Immersive Disney-themed art exhibit lands in Columbus, OH
More than a million pixels come together to create a wall-to-wall art exhibit showcasing Disney animations.
March 31, 2023
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Food
NightLight 614 announces part one of ticket sale dates
The outdoor movie experience is expected to sell out fast, so don’t wait if you want in this year.
March 29, 2023
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Live
Bring the pup: 37 dog-friendly businesses in Columbus
Explore these dog-friendly businesses in Columbus that span from places to eat, drink, shop, play, and stay the night.
March 29, 2023
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Business
Middle West Spirits new expansion makes it a top distiller in US
The distillery will go on a multi-year project to redesign its facilities in Columbus, Ohio.
March 27, 2023
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Real Estate
Ranked: Columbus rental prices among the best in the nation
Columbus, Ohio is near the top of the list when it comes to most affordable markets for renting. What do you think?
March 21, 2023
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Development
10 development updates announced in March
The 10 projects that had updates, announcements, or new details in March 2023 in Columbus, Ohio.
March 21, 2023
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Food
6 spring beer releases worth a cheers in Columbus
Find your next favorite seasonal beer with these six releases in Columbus, Ohio.
March 17, 2023
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Culture
In The Know: Columbus’s secret comedy pop-up
Don’t Tell Comedy: Columbus wants to be your next night out destination, if you know about it that is.
March 15, 2023
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City
New and coming-soon businesses to Columbus
As Columbus continues to grow, we’re keeping an eye on upcoming developments and recently opened businesses.
March 13, 2023
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Culture
Classic Tim Burton movie now on stage in Columbus
Just don’t say “Beetlejuice” three times in a row, unless you are prepared.
March 7, 2023
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Fitness
Columbus ranked No. 10 best running city in America
Runners will have a hard time finding a better city to lace up + hit the pavement.
March 3, 2023
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Culture
12 events this March in Columbus
Find a variety of things to do in Columbus, Ohio for March 2023, including nightlife, family fun, and can’t-miss shows.
March 1, 2023
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Real Estate
Columbus ranked No. 3 hottest housing market by Realtor.com
Yahoo Finance + Realtor.com reported the city remains one of the hottest markets in the country.
February 27, 2023
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Development
Nocterra Brewing Co. plans expansion into Scioto Audubon Park
The outdoors-themed brewery hopes to hop into the park with good brews.
February 21, 2023
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Food
Columbus’ tallest rooftop bar is now open
Stories on High opened on Tuesday, Feb. 21 at the Hilton Columbus Downtown.
February 21, 2023
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