Good morning, Dublin. The culinary landscape of German Village is taking an unexpected turn as Mizu No Kaori becomes the neighborhood's first ramen restaurant, bringing Japanese flavors to an area traditionally known for its European heritage. This delicious diversification comes as eastern Ohio embraces something decidedly less refined but equally captivating – Bigfoot mania is officially sweeping the state, complete with an imposing new statue at Salt Fork State Park's education center where reported sightings have fueled local lore for decades.
While you're marking your calendars, pencil in January 18, 2026 – a date that will resonate with soft rock enthusiasts across Central Ohio. Entertainment legend Barry Manilow has announced his final Columbus performance at Nationwide Arena as part of his farewell tour. At 82, the Grammy, Emmy and Tony winner behind classics like "Mandy" is giving fans one last chance to experience his iconic sound live before the curtain falls.
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🍜 German Village welcomes its first ramen restaurant, Mizu No Kaori. The new eatery brings Japanese cuisine to a location previously occupied by Lebanese and pizza establishments. Located in a neighborhood known for its European heritage, this addition diversifies the food scene in this historic Columbus district. The opening is part of ongoing restaurant changes in the area, including other notable developments in Downtown Columbus and German Village.
🦶 Ohio embraces Bigfoot mania with new state park education center. Columbus Monthly's October issue explores the growing fascination with the elusive cryptid in eastern Ohio, particularly around Salt Fork State Park. Artist Bo Bruns created an imposing Bigfoot statue for the park's new education center, drawing from local lore and reported sightings. Bruns connects our Bigfoot fascination to Halloween traditions, suggesting both help us process fears about our place in an unpredictable universe. The feature highlights how the cryptid has developed a significant following among campers, hikers and hunters who claim glimpses in Ohio's dense forests.
🎵 Barry Manilow announces his final Columbus concert for 2026. The 82-year-old soft rock icon will perform at Nationwide Arena on January 18 as part of his farewell tour across nine U.S. cities. Known for hits like "Mandy" and "I Write The Songs," Manilow has won an Emmy, Grammy, and Tony during his illustrious career. He recently released a new song, "Once Before I Go," ahead of the tour and performed "The Last Cleveland Concert" in June. Tickets and VIP packages for the Columbus show are already on sale.
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