Good morning, Dublin. Columbus drivers might want to keep a pillow in the car this weekend – multiple overnight freeway closures are hitting I-70 and I-270 connections starting Thursday night, with detours redirecting traffic as part of ODOT's ambitious Far East Freeway project. Meanwhile, a federal judge has denied early release to Brandon Campbell, who robbed mail carriers at gunpoint in 2021, ruling that 38 months of his 78-month sentence wasn't enough time to demonstrate rehabilitation.
If construction detours and crime news have you seeking weekend joy, you're in luck. Columbus is bursting with activities – from the "All For Ohio Fest" and multiple art gallery openings downtown to Record Store Day treasure hunting on Saturday. Families can hop to Destination Hilliard's Bunny Hop or Weiland's Bunny Bonanza, while night owls might enjoy CHURCH's special Vampire Bunny celebration. Something for everyone!
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🚧 Columbus drivers face overnight freeway closures starting Thursday night. Multiple ramps connecting I-70 and I-270 on the east side will close between 8 p.m. and 5 a.m. as part of ODOT's Far East Freeway project. Detours will redirect traffic through Main Street during the construction work. Additionally, a month-long closure of the US-33 eastbound ramp to I-270 begins April 13, while the Hamilton Road bridge project will reduce I-270 southbound to three lanes starting Friday evening. The projects aim to address growing travel demands between downtown Columbus and eastern suburbs.
🔫 Armed mail carrier robber denied early release from prison. Brandon Campbell, who robbed two Columbus-area postal workers at gunpoint in 2021, had his request for compassionate release rejected by a federal judge. Campbell stole "arrow keys" used to access USPS mailboxes during both robberies, which were part of a string of similar crimes in Ohio. Despite serving 38 months of his 78-month sentence and citing harsh prison conditions, Chief Judge Sarah Morrison ruled his rehabilitation efforts weren't sufficient for early release. Campbell had complained about frequent lockdowns, lack of hot water, and cold meals during his incarceration.
🎭 Columbus buzzes with art, music, and bunny-themed weekend festivities. The "All For Ohio Fest" headlines a packed weekend featuring multiple art gallery openings downtown at Gay and High Streets. Record Store Day offers treasure hunting opportunities on Saturday, while The Good Market returns during Franklinton Fridays. Family-friendly options include Destination Hilliard's Bunny Hop and Weiland's Bunny Bonanza. Comedy fans can catch Laurie Kilmartin at Hashtag or enjoy dance parties like CHURCH's special Vampire Bunny celebration.
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