Good morning, Dublin. The green wave of legal cannabis in Ohio has hit a roadblock as over 121 municipalities pump the brakes on recreational sales. From Powell to New Albany, suburbs are taking a cautious approach, extending moratoriums to study regulations before welcoming marijuana businesses. While some towns contemplate their cannabis future, a beloved local treat is entering a new chapter—Rime Time popsicles has found new owners in Anique and Ali Russell, who promise to preserve everything fans love about the frozen Columbus staple.
This weekend, the streets of central Ohio will transform into rivers of cyclists as Pelotonia returns with more than 6,500 riders pedaling for a purpose. Last year's event raised an impressive $26.2 million for cancer research, and Friday's kickoff at McFerson Commons features rider check-in, dinner, and a performance by O.A.R. If you're traveling downtown Saturday, plan accordingly—multiple road closures and transit reroutes will be in effect as riders take on routes ranging from 24 to 190 miles.
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🚫 Ohio towns slam the brakes on legal cannabis sales. Despite marijuana becoming legal in Ohio in 2023, over 121 municipalities have banned or paused recreational cannabis sales, including Columbus suburbs like Powell, New Albany, and Westerville. Many cities claim they need more time to research before allowing marijuana businesses, with Powell extending its moratorium to study state law and potentially adjust zoning codes. The Moritz College of Law's Drug Enforcement and Policy Center reports that more than 135 municipalities have enacted bans or moratoriums, while the Health Policy Institute of Ohio counted over 50 towns with bans as of June 2024.
🍦 Columbus popsicle brand Rime Time finds new owners after decade-long run. Founder Cody Miller announced the sale to Anique and Ali Russell, who bring years of experience in the ice pop industry. Despite the ownership change, Miller assured fans that "absolutely nothing" about the beloved frozen treat concept will change. The Russells expressed their commitment to preserving the brand, with Anique stating they "did not want to see Rime Time fade away." They plan to continue growing the Columbus staple and making it a valued community presence.
🚴♀️ Thousands of cyclists gear up for Pelotonia's cancer-fighting weekend. The annual event kicks off Saturday with over 6,500 riders traversing central Ohio on routes ranging from 24 to 190 miles. Last year's ride raised an impressive $26.2 million for innovative cancer research at Ohio State University's Comprehensive Cancer Center. The festivities begin Friday with an opening ceremony at McFerson Commons, featuring rider check-in, a dinner buffet, and a performance by O.A.R. Multiple road closures will be in effect throughout downtown Columbus, with COTA announcing major transit reroutes for Saturday morning.
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