💼 Ohio lawmakers blast JobsOhio for uneven job creation and lack of transparency. The state-created nonprofit, designed to attract and retain jobs through business incentives, faces criticism for concentrating investments in certain regions while neglecting others. Former State Representative Jay Edwards found Mahoning County receives just $63.63 per resident compared to the state average of $120.37. While JobsOhio claims strong returns on investment, generating $2.6 billion in annual state tax revenue, critics question the accuracy of these unverifiable statistics. Ohio's unemployment rate remains above the national average at 4.4%, with business applications dropping 18% since last year.
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🍗 Columbus Brewing Co. pairs craft brews with gourmet wings. The local brewery's Olde Towne East taproom is hosting a special four-day tasting event from February 24-27. For $20, guests can sample four unique beer and wing combinations, including creative flavors like Coffee Wings paired with Nitro Stout and Coconut Green Sriracha Wings matched with Painkiller Anniversary IPA. No tickets are required for this flavor adventure at their Kelton Avenue location, though reservations are recommended to secure seating.
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🍕 Goodfellas Pizzeria brings bourbon-focused 'speakeasy' to Columbus's Short North. The Kentucky-based chain plans to open its 11th location this May in a long-vacant former dry cleaner's space at 608 N. High Street. Beyond their New York-style pizza slices, the restaurant features a Wiseguy Lounge with up to 350 bourbon selections and locally-tailored cocktail menus. The menu includes specialty pizzas like the meat-loaded "Goodfella" and "Tommy 'Two Times'" with double pepperoni. This marks Goodfellas' third Ohio location, joining existing spots in Cincinnati.
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Affordable lots with utility access: This real estate listing offers two adjacent lots in Columbus for $35,000. The flat parcels total 10,454 square feet, with confirmed access to public water and sewer, and 92.5 feet of road frontage.
Pond-view condo with modern amenities: This beautiful move-in ready 1st-floor condo in Dublin Green is listed at $210,000 and features pond views, modern upgrades, and access to amenities like a clubhouse and pool, all within Dublin Schools and Columbus taxes.
Charming home with modern upgrades: Nestled in Worthington Highlands, this charming 4-bedroom home at $429,900 features modern upgrades, a new basketball court, and access to top schools and local parks. Schedule a showing to see where memories are made.