One fugitive loose + the best week Franklin County's had in years 👀
Good morning, Franklin County. Seven arrests, one fugitive still on the loose — the Franklin County Sheriff's Office has been busy after a fatal shooting tied to a burglary shook the area. If you know anything about suspect Riggle, authorities need to hear from you now. On the national front, Congress just voted to make daylight saving time permanent, meaning the twice-yearly clock chaos we've all complained about since the '60s may finally be history.
Elsewhere, a cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to fresh produce is climbing past 1,600 cases nationally — a good reminder to scrub those fruits and veggies. On a much lighter note, your week has some solid options: a Pizza & Beer Mixer, Tie-Dye Splash, and a Music & Comedy Showcase are all on deck. Fresh listings are also waiting in Real Estate.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
1 suspect at large, 7 arrested in connection with fatal shooting in Franklin County burglary
🚨 The Franklin County Sheriff's Office has arrested seven people and is hunting for one more suspect linked to a fatal shooting that occurred during a burglary, marking a major escalation in local criminal activity. If you have any info on the fugitive Riggle, authorities want you to call the Detective Bureau immediately. Read more
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Kick off the 2026 Columbus Tech Expo in style! Join fellow vendors for pizza and beer at Hollywood Casino Columbus on July 15th — RSVP now to start the networking early!
Unleash your inner artist at Brush Crazy (1299 Bethel Rd) this July 15th! Join the tie-dye fun and create a wearable rainbow masterpiece using techniques inspired by ancient dyeing traditions from around the world.
Get ready to laugh and groove at Ramblin' On, a music and comedy showcase lighting up Rambling House Music Bar (310 E Hudson St) on July 16th — Columbus's perfect mid-summer night out!
Get ready to rock out with The Hillclimbers at Woodlands Tavern (1200 W 3rd Ave, Columbus) on July 16 at 6:00 PM! Grab your tickets starting at just $1.50 for a night of live music fun.
Soak up the summer vibes at Genoa Park (303 W Broad St) this July 17th! The Columbus Summer Market & Festival brings three days of local finds, tasty treats, and good times to the heart of Columbus.
Celebrate the vibrant cultures of Africa at Genoa Park (303 W Broad St) on July 18! Columbus's African communities unite for a stunning showcase of heritage, traditions, and artistry from across the continent.
Single and ready to mingle? Head to Mainline Bar + Courtyard on July 18 for Jigsaw Dating's relaxed Happy Hour mixer, where Columbus singles ages 40-55 can spark genuine connections over great drinks!
🌎 What Else Is Brewing
New York halted construction of large new data centers for a year, aiming to curb rising power costs and water strain from the AI boom.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported lab-confirmed cyclosporiasis cases topped 1,645, with the count expected to rise as the outbreak linked to fresh produce continues.
U.S. House of Representatives overwhelmingly voted to pass a bill making daylight saving time permanent, ending the twice-yearly clock change practice observed since the 1960s.
Warren Buffett stopped donating to the Gates Foundation after revelations about Bill Gates and Jeffrey Epstein, marking a major shift in his philanthropic ties.
Writers Guild of America sued to block Paramount's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, arguing the deal would jeopardize writers' livelihoods and threaten the industry.
Department of Justice created a new global trade enforcement section within its National Fraud Division to investigate and prosecute criminal import, trade, and customs fraud offenses.
🍞 Daily Bread Crumb
"We love because he first loved us."
— 1 John 4:19
This verse reminds us that our ability to love others comes from the fact that God first loved us, and that's a beautiful thing to reflect on as we go about our daily lives, sharing love with those around us. It's a great motivator to spread kindness and compassion wherever we go!
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