Good morning, Franklin County. In a powerful testament to preservation meeting progress, a landmark of civil rights history is writing its next chapter on Parkwood Avenue. The former Ohio Baptist General Association building - where leaders once gathered to condemn Emmett Till's murder - now offers 36 affordable homes while keeping its soul intact, right down to the original porch tiles that witnessed history in the making.
Across our community, transformation continues to be our constant companion. As Ohio State artists channel their creative resistance into powerful exhibitions steps from the Statehouse, and our southeast side grapples with tragic loss, Franklin County proves again that even our most challenging moments spark important conversations about who we are - and who we're striving to become.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🏛️ Historic Black Baptist headquarters gets new life as affordable housing. The former Ohio Baptist General Association building on Columbus's Parkwood Avenue, once a cornerstone of civil rights activism, has been transformed after years of restoration. The 1950s structure, which hosted NAACP meetings and condemned Emmett Till's murder, now features 36 apartment units while preserving architectural elements like original porch tiles and stained glass. Developers overcame limited historical documentation by consulting architectural experts and community memories. The renovated complex reopened in 2023 with National Historic Register status and a new motto: "Where history meets modern living."
🎨 Ohio art students fight transgender bathroom law through powerful exhibitions. Two Ohio State University MFA students, Julian Robbins and Josiah Jamison, are showcasing deeply personal artwork at Urban Arts Space in response to recent anti-trans legislation. Their exhibit, running until March 15, features digital animations, prints, and installations that challenge the erasure of transgender identities. Located steps from the Ohio Statehouse, the gallery displays works that celebrate queer resilience while confronting Senate Bill 104, which bars trans students from using their preferred bathrooms. The artists aim to demonstrate that transgender people have always been part of human history, using art to envision a more inclusive future.
💔 Woman discovers two men shot dead in Columbus apartment. The victims, 42-year-old Antwan Lewis and 31-year-old Harol Forrest III, were found Wednesday afternoon at a southeast side complex on Blakewell Lane East. One man was pronounced dead at the scene, while the other died shortly after at Mount Carmel East hospital. Police have not identified any suspects or determined what led to the shooting. Investigators are urging anyone with information to contact the Columbus Police Homicide Unit or Crime Stoppers.
🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Boys)
The Nubians of Africentric Early College (22-2) continued their dominant season with a 64-39 dismantling of Liberty Union, while across town, Dublin Coffman's Shamrocks showed some late-season magic in a convincing 54-37 win over Hilliard Darby. Meanwhile, Olentangy Orange made quite the statement in their 55-18 rout of Central Crossing, proving why they're one of the area's top teams at 21-2.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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 Africentric Early College (22-2) | ||
vs Liberty Union* | W 64-39 | |
 Hilliard Bradley (8-14) | ||
@ Marysville* | W 58-39 | |
 Hilliard Davidson (10-13) | ||
@ Pickerington North** | L 59-40 | |
 Hilliard Darby (19-4) | ||
vs Dublin Coffman* | L 54-37 | |
 Dublin Coffman (13-10) | ||
@ Hilliard Darby* | W 54-37 | |
 Lincoln (9-13) | ||
@ Groveport-Madison* | L 63-47 | |
 Central Crossing (7-16) | ||
@ Olentangy Orange* | L 55-18 |
🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Girls)
Springboro Panthers played lockdown defense to secure a 45-32 win over Upper Arlington Golden Bears, holding one of the state's most potent offenses to their lowest scoring output of the season. Meanwhile, Africentric Early College squeaked by Clear Fork 56-54 in a nail-biter that had fans checking their blood pressure.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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| Africentric Early College (19-7) | ||
vs Clear Fork* | W 56-54 | |
 Upper Arlington (22-3) | ||
@ Springboro* | L 45-32 | |
 Dublin Jerome (19-6) | ||
vs Pickerington Central* | L 60-29 |
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
Spacious home on half-acre lot: Welcome to 988 Plum Ridge, listed at $329,900. This charming home features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a finished basement with kitchen, and a spacious half-acre lot, perfect for entertaining.
Warm home with inviting backyard: This charming property is listed at $256,000 and features a warm color palette, a spacious kitchen with a stylish backsplash, and a fenced backyard with a lovely sitting area for outdoor relaxation.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
💰 Financial Friday
Think about setting up an emergency fund that covers three to six months' worth of living expenses; having this financial cushion can provide peace of mind and protect you against unexpected costs.
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