Dublin • April 23, 2025
Good morning, Dublin. Central Ohio's food scene is buzzing with more activity than a barista at 8am. Barrio at University Square has new ownership and a Smash Burger Taco that's turning heads, while night owls can rejoice at Powell's new Del Taco staying open until 4am. Meanwhile, Paris Baguette continues its Columbus conquest with a third location, and Starbucks makes its triumphant return to the Short North.
Downtown Columbus is eyeing significant changes as the Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority purchased a vacant office building on N. Grant Ave, with plans for a mixed-use redevelopment in the coming years. In more sobering news, Westerville South High School went into lockdown Tuesday following a fight that led to the discovery of a BB gun and multiple arrests. The district has increased police presence as they address the incident.
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๐ฝ๏ธ Columbus restaurant scene buzzes with new openings and menu changes. Barrio at University Square now operates under new ownership, introducing fresh menu items like the Smash Burger Taco. Del Taco opened its third Ohio location in Powell, featuring indoor seating and a drive-thru open until 4 a.m. Other notable developments include Mjomii's new honeydew-flavored Melon Soda, Paris Baguette's third central Ohio location near OSU, and the return of Starbucks to the Short North area at Fireproof Apartments.
๐๏ธ Downtown Columbus eyes historic office building for demolition. The Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority purchased a vacant office building at 195 N. Grant Ave. for $4 million last month. CMHA plans to redevelop the one-acre parcel into a mixed-use project featuring commercial space and multi-family housing. While demolition is likely for the "functionally obsolete" two-story building built in 1998, specific plans won't be released for at least a couple years. In the meantime, the property's parking lot will be made available for public use.
๐ซ Fight at Ohio high school leads to arrests after BB gun discovery. Multiple juveniles were arrested Tuesday following an altercation at Westerville South High School that prompted a building lockdown. School administrators found a BB gun in the belongings of a student involved in the 11 a.m. fight between Westerville South students and outside juveniles. The district expressed deep concern over the weapon, emphasizing that school policy strictly prohibits any weapons on campus. Students involved face disciplinary action and possible criminal charges, with increased police presence planned for Wednesday.
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