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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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Sports
Columbus becomes fourth city to join new pro volleyball league
Add volleyball to the list of professional sports teams that call Columbus home.
February 17, 2023
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Development
Hard Hat Watch: 8 recent developments in Columbus
Take a look at some of the biggest projects and announcements since the end of 2022 + start of 2023.
February 17, 2023
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City
How to support local relief efforts for earthquake in Turkey and Syria
Find three Ohio groups of various sizes looking to help out.
February 16, 2023
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Food
Sunday Slurp offers chance to support local with good food + drinks
Proceeds from the weekly events directly support opening Cobra’s first brick-and-mortar location.
February 15, 2023
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Food
10 pho restaurants you have to try in Columbus
Find local restaurants all across the city, including Westerville, the Short North, and Easton Town Center.
February 15, 2023
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Development
Columbus Brewing Company’s Beer Hall provides updates on opening
The local brewery will host a soft opening + plans to announce a grand opening soon.
February 13, 2023
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Culture
Columbus turns 211 today; what do you love about the city?
February 14 isn’t just Valentine’s Day, its the city’s birthday.
February 13, 2023
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Culture
St. Patrick’s Day Parade marches back into Dublin this year
The parade returns to the Emerald City in Columbus for the first time since 2019.
February 9, 2023
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Culture
10 floral shops in Columbus for finding the perfect bouquet
Find beautiful flowers at these local spots that have grown roots around the city.
February 9, 2023
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Food
Mikey’s Late Night Slice teams up with Hot Chicken Takeover
This is a prime example of two good things coming together to create one great thing.
February 7, 2023
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Culture
Find 20 sledding hills to slide down this winter in Columbus
No hill is too big, or too small, for this guide of sledding hills around Columbus.
February 3, 2023
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Culture
COSI welcomes in its newest science teacher: Nigel the opossum
After receiving specialized care for health issues, Nigel is fully healed and found a new home at COSI.
February 1, 2023
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Culture
Columbus resident to be a contestant on “Survivor 44"
Matthew Grinstead-Mayle is the first Columbus resident to compete on the rugged competition show.
February 1, 2023
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City
25 elementary, middle, and high schools in Columbus, Ohio
From Grandview to Dublin, we’re giving you all the pertinent details about some of the elementary, middle, and high schools in Columbus.
January 30, 2023
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Food
7 local cinnamon rolls you should try this winter
From cafés to bakeries, these Columbus spots are serving up some top-notch cinnamon rolls.
January 26, 2023
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Development
Intel names $20 billion semiconductor factory, releases new renderings
The tech giant celebrated one year since announcing expansion plans by naming the project + releasing new renderings.
January 24, 2023
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Culture
Columbus Blue Jackets unveil new state-of-the-art fan zone
Nationwide Arena is taking the fan experience into the future with these updates.
January 20, 2023
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Culture
Columbus social media star featured on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”
Alexis Nikole Nelson, better known as the Black Forager, takes Jimmy on a nature trip — literally.
January 18, 2023
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Culture
20 can’t-miss concerts and comedians in 2023
Columbus will host many big name acts this year, including Stevie Nicks, Adam Sandler, and Shania Twain.
January 18, 2023
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Airports and Transportation
Short North seeks community input on parking and transportation
The Short North Arts District wants to know more about your parking and transportation habits while visiting.
January 12, 2023
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Culture
Explore cat-themed art + support a local nonprofit this Friday
A portion of the proceeds from the cat show will benefit the Cat Welfare Association.
January 10, 2023
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Development
6 developments happening in 2023 to watch out for in Columbus
Keep an eye on Columbus’ ever-changing landscape.
January 10, 2023
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Culture
Two-day festival for LEGO lovers takes over the Columbus Convention Center
Brick Fest Live takes over the Greater Columbus Convention Center with eye-grabbing LEGO creations ranging from all sizes.
January 6, 2023
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History
CBUStoday celebrates one year since launching in Columbus
It’s been one year since we launched this newsletter — let’s take a look back.
January 4, 2023
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Food
Vegan competition show filmed in Columbus will be streaming in 2023
“Top Vegan” features eight chefs competing for cash + a business mentorship.
January 4, 2023
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See you next year, Columbus.
Business
Businesses that are open on Christmas Day in Columbus
From grocery stores to movie theaters, here’s what will be open on Sunday, Dec. 25, 2022 in Columbus, Ohio
December 19, 2022
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Culture
Columbus Crew midfielder makes big donation to local organization
The 550 soccer balls were donated Columbus Recreations and Park + you can pitch in too.
December 13, 2022
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Food
7 December openings + closings in Columbus
Find five local openings + two upcoming closings in Columbus, Ohio that were announced in December 2022.
December 13, 2022
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Travel and Outdoors
Winter walk offers chance to explore candle-lit labyrinth at Chadwick Arboretum
The Winter Solstice Labyrinth walk will offer hot chocolate, roasted chestnuts, and plenty of conifers to view.
December 9, 2022
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Development
Gov. Mike Dewine + Ohio State Fair release long-term vision for fairgrounds
The historic fairgrounds will see many changes, including building renovations, demolition, and more.
December 9, 2022
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