Dogs, books & brews — your fall just got interesting 🍂
Good morning, Franklin County. A child's courage turned a devastating situation into a police investigation — after a young caller dialed 911 on Bannon Court, officers discovered two adults dead in what authorities believe was a murder-suicide. It's the kind of story that lingers. Closer to home, Columbus City Schools landed a 2.5-star state report card, lowest among major central Ohio districts — though an 84.6% graduation rate and a half-star climb suggest the district is slowly finding its footing despite $100 million in budget cuts over the past year.
On a lighter note, fall is serving up some genuinely fun plans — the Columbus Coffee Festival and a Bookshop pop-up are just around the corner, with a PupArt charity auction to follow. Fresh Real Estate listings are waiting inside too.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
2 found dead on Southeast Side in murder-suicide after child called 911
🚨 A child's 911 call led police to two dead bodies. Columbus Police responded to a home on Bannon Court on the city's southeast side on Sep. 15 after a child called 911 to report a death inside. Investigators determined that 41-year-old Bhim Mishra fatally killed 33-year-old Monu Rijal before taking his own life. Authorities have not disclosed how the two died or revealed their relationship. The investigation remains ongoing. Read more
Columbus City Schools breaks down its state report card rating; what grade did it earn?
📚 Columbus City Schools earned just 2.5 stars out of five on its state report card. The district ranked lowest among the 15 largest central Ohio school districts, tied with Newark City Schools, though leaders celebrated a half-star improvement from last year. Bright spots include a record-high graduation rate of 84.6% for the Class of 2026 and a one-star jump in progress. The good news is shadowed by serious financial strain — the district has now approved $100 million in budget cuts over the past year, eliminating hundreds of positions. Leaders say expanding pre-K enrollment is key to improving the district's lowest-scoring area: early literacy. Read more
3 bed · 1,372 sqft · 0.59-acre lot w/ workshop & pergola
Tucked into Grove City with nearly two-thirds of an acre to call your own, this charming 1922 bungalow boasts hardwood floors, a workshop, pergola patio, and tons of potential for the right buyer!
Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in Grove City, this charming updated split-level boasts a stunning backyard with a deck, unique bridge, and a move-in-ready feel that neighbors will envy!
4 bed · 3 bath · Walk-out lower level on half-acre lot w/ stream
Tucked into a semi-wooded half-acre in Jackson Township, this charming 4-bed ranch offers rare privacy, a babbling stream, and flexible space perfect for multigenerational living — all just minutes from Grove City!
🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
☕ Oct. 03 - Columbus Coffee Festival
📍 Franklin County Fairgrounds, Hilliard, OH · 🕒 6:00 AM
Coffee lovers, this one's for you! Sip, savor, and celebrate all things coffee at the Columbus Coffee Festival on Oct. 3 at the Franklin County Fairgrounds in Hilliard, OH.
📚 Oct. 4 - Bookshop at Coffee Festival
📍 Franklin County Fairgrounds, Hilliard, OH · 🕒 9:00 AM
Books meet brews at the Columbus Coffee Festival on Oct. 4! Wandering Quills Bookshop joins the caffeinated fun at Franklin County Fairgrounds in Hilliard, OH — the perfect blend of great reads and great coffee.
🐾 Oct. 17 - PupArt Charity Art Auction
📍 Brick House Blue: Bridge Park - Coworking, Meetings & Events, Dublin, OH · 🕒 6:30 PM
Calling all art lovers and dog devotees! Head to Brick House Blue in Dublin on Oct. 17 for PupArt Party 2026, a fun-filled charity art auction celebrating our four-legged friends.
🎃 Oct. 24 - Halloween Trick-or-Treat with Pups
📍 Franklin County Dog Shelter & Adoption Center, Columbus, OH · 🕒 10:00 AM
Calling all four-legged trick-or-treaters! Dress up your pup and head to the Franklin County Dog Shelter & Adoption Center in Columbus for a howling good Halloween celebration on October 24th!
🐾 Nov. 21 - Howliday Pet Adoption Bazaar
📍 Franklin County Dog Shelter & Adoption Center, Columbus, OH · 🕒 9:30 AM
Find your perfect furry companion this holiday season at the Howliday Bazaar on Nov. 21! Head to the Franklin County Dog Shelter & Adoption Center in Columbus, OH, and give a pup the greatest gift of all — a forever home.
🌎 What Else Is Brewing
U.S. Treasury auctioned $13 billion of 20-year bonds at a record-high yield, a not-so-subtle reminder that borrowing costs are still biting.
U.S. Senate blocked the CLARITY Act in a 50-49 procedural vote, freezing crypto regulation and giving bitcoin traders another headache.
Tesla got another Elon Musk merger tease with SpaceX, reviving Wall Street’s favorite sci-fi crossover and plenty of speculation.
U.S. stocks opened lower as oil prices and Treasury yields climbed, keeping investors in a grumpy mood before the day even got going.
U.S. stock indexes slid midday on AI jitters and bond-market anxiety, because apparently one bad vibe was not enough.
Microsoft raised its quarterly dividend, giving tech investors a small payout while the rest of the market stayed choppy.
🍞 Daily Bread Crumb
"The LORD is my light and my salvation, whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life, of whom shall I be afraid?"
— Psalm 27:1
This promise reminds us that with God protecting us, there's no need to worry about challenges—just step forward with confidence and a smile.
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