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🏥 Cancer game changers

Franklin County • March 13, 2025

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Good morning, Franklin County. The fight against cancer is getting a $325 million boost in Columbus, with revolutionary treatments that sound like science fiction becoming reality. Nationwide Children's Hospital and OSU's $100 million proton therapy center delivers precision radiation that spares healthy tissue, while Mount Carmel has eliminated the need for radiation tattoos with markless therapy. These local innovations are dramatically changing what cancer treatment looks like for patients across Central Ohio.

Meanwhile, our arts and film scene continues to flourish. A haunting exhibition inspired by the 1920 German horror film "The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari" is transforming CCAD's Beeler Gallery, while "Down to the Felt" – the largest independent feature film made in central Ohio to date – will headline the Cinema Columbus Film Festival on April 30. From healthcare breakthroughs to cultural showcases, Franklin County's creative energy is on full display this spring.

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☕️ What's Brewing Locally

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🏥 Columbus cancer centers revolutionize treatment with cutting-edge innovations. Nationwide Children's Hospital and OSU partnered to create a $100 million proton therapy center, which delivers precise radiation that spares healthy tissue. OhioHealth is planning a $225 million outpatient center to consolidate services in one location by 2029. OSU's James Cancer Hospital established a clinic specifically to manage immunotherapy side effects, improving quality of life for patients. Meanwhile, Mount Carmel became the first in Central Ohio to implement markless radiation therapy, eliminating the need for tattoos during treatment.

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🎭 German horror film inspires haunting art exhibition amid political anxiety. "Shadow Cabinet," a collaboration between artists Mary Jo Bole and Danielle Norton, draws parallels between the 1920 surrealist film "The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari" and today's socio-political landscape. The exhibition features a 15-foot hunting blind, large-scale pastel drawings, watercolors, a constructed tree, and video installations that reflect the artists' concerns about authoritarianism and societal sleepwalking. Opening at CCAD's Beeler Gallery, the show transforms the duo's conversations about modern horrors into physical art that neither could have created alone.

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🎬 Columbus-made film takes center stage at local festival premiere. "Down to the Felt," the largest independent feature film made in central Ohio to date, will headline the opening night of the Cinema Columbus Film Festival. The April 30 screening at the Southern Theatre will serve as the film's central Ohio premiere, bringing together local talent both in front of and behind the camera. Co-written and directed by Jon Osbeck alongside Columbus filmmakers Ralph Scott and Dino Tripodis, the movie was specifically designed to showcase central Ohio's growing film industry. Festival director Brett Reiter called the opening night selection "a very special treat" that beautifully connects local and global filmmaking.

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🏡 Real Estate Reveals

Real estate listing image Westerville gem with primary suite: Priced at $400,000, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath Uptown Westerville home boasts a first-floor primary suite, three-season room, and recent updates including a new roof, HVAC system, and renovated bathrooms.
Real estate listing image Occupied Columbus duplex investment opportunity: At $135,000, this well-maintained duplex offers two income-producing units with current tenants, one long-term lease and one month-to-month arrangement, located in a growing Columbus rental market.
Real estate listing image Spacious corner Hilliard family home: This inviting $409,900 Hilliard home on a corner lot offers walnut flooring, four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a bonus family room with a fireplace, plus 2019 updates including a new roof and windows.

🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla

🎭 Mar. 13 - Tim Dillon Comedy Show: Laugh until your sides hurt with the outrageous Tim Dillon at Columbus Funny Bone on March 13! Enjoy dinner and drinks while this bold comedian delivers his signature no-holds-barred comedy at Easton Town Center.
🎸 Mar. 14 - Ray Bull Live: Rock out with Ray Bull at Ace of Cups on March 14! Catch this energetic live performance at 7:00 PM in the heart of Columbus - grab your tickets now for a night of unforgettable music.
🎸 Mar. 14 - The Hairband Experience: Rock out like it's the '80s at The Hairband Experience! TempleLive at the Columbus Athenaeum hosts this nostalgic musical journey on March 14 at 7:30 PM. Get ready to headbang at 32 N 4th St.
🃏 Mar. 15 - Columbus Trading Card Show: Calling all collectors! Dive into 125 tables of trading cards and collectible treasures at the Columbus Trading Card and Collectible Show on March 15 at Franklin County Fairgrounds in Hilliard.
☘️ Mar. 15 - Columbus St. Patrick's Crawl: Paint the town green at the St. Patrick's Day Columbus Bar Crawl! Kick off your celebration on March 15 at Short North Pint House (780 N High St) for a festive journey down High Street.
🎤 Mar. 15 - Killers of Kill Tony: Laugh until it hurts at "Killers of Kill Tony" on March 15 at Palace Theatre! Tony Hinchcliffe's unique podcast goes live, giving amateur comics a chance to shine on stage. 34 W Broad St, Columbus.
🎻 Mar. 16 - Women's History Pop-up Concert: Celebrate Women's History Month with a free, spirited performance by the Columbus Cultural Youth Orchestra on March 16 at 480 E Broad St. A perfect harmony of talent and inspiration!
🎵 Mar. 16 - Terrian at Hits Deep: Join TobyMac's Hits Deep 2025 at Nationwide Arena on March 16 for an epic dance party with thousands! Experience TobyMac, Crowder, CAIN, and Ryan live in this high-energy musical celebration.
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