Good morning, Franklin County. Columbus's iconic LeVeque Tower is writing its next chapter in the city's skyline story. The landmark building is gradually transforming its 69 rental apartments into condominiums for sale as current leases expire. This architectural gem—long a defining feature of our downtown—is offering residents the rare opportunity to own a piece of Columbus history rather than just passing through as tenants.
Meanwhile, contrasts in local leadership have sparked conversation as County Treasurer Cheryl Brooks Sullivan faces personal financial challenges despite managing billion-dollar public funds. On a more inspiring note, Columbus Dispatch photojournalist Courtney Hergesheimer's stunning portfolio reveals Ohio through a compassionate lens—capturing everything from Hindu celebrations and Amish communities to urban challenges and environmental wonders. Her ability to frame authentic human moments reminds us of the diverse tapestry that makes up our shared community.
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0%☕️ What's Brewing Locally
💰 Franklin County's treasurer faces foreclosure despite managing billion-dollar funds. Cheryl Brooks Sullivan, who oversees county revenue collection and investments, has three prior bankruptcies and a felony record. The letter writer criticizes Columbus voters for repeatedly electing her while simultaneously criticizing Trump, calling it hypocritical. This controversy is part of a collection of letters to the editor that also discuss Ohio's education policies regarding Chinese students and debates about the Columbus Promise program. The writer sarcastically suggests "Satan himself could be elected in Franklin County, as long as he is a Democrat."
🏙️ Historic LeVeque Tower transforms its skyline identity in Columbus. The iconic downtown building is converting all 69 of its rental apartments into condominiums for sale. This real estate shift will happen gradually as current apartment leases expire. The change represents a significant transition for one of Columbus' most recognizable architectural landmarks. Potential buyers will soon have the opportunity to own a piece of this historic tower rather than just rent.
📸 Through her lens, Ohio's stories come alive. Photojournalist Courtney Hergesheimer shares a stunning collection of her favorite images captured throughout her career at the Columbus Dispatch. Her portfolio spans emotional moments from protests and natural disasters to intimate portraits and serene landscapes. The images reveal both the beauty and struggles of Ohio communities—from Hindu celebrations and rural Amish life to urban challenges and environmental wonders. Hergesheimer's work demonstrates an exceptional ability to capture humanity in its most authentic moments, whether documenting a family's homemade funeral or children playing amid difficult circumstances.
⚾ Baseball Scoreboard
Briggs brought the bats and then some, hammering Columbus International 21-8 in a Saturday slugfest that wasn't particularly close. The Bruins improved to 5-2 while the Lions slumped to 2-7, leaving fans wondering if the scoreboard operator needed overtime pay for all those runs.Brunswick squeezed past Upper Arlington 9-6 in a tightly contested non-league battle that showcased the Blue Devils' resilience. The win pushed Brunswick to 2-3 on the season, while the Golden Bears will look to improve their respectable 4-3 record when they face Olentangy Liberty next.Anna Rockets blasted off with enough firepower to secure an 8-4 road victory over Graham Local in Saturday's non-league showdown. The win rockets Anna to a solid 7-3 mark, while the Falcons fall to 4-4 in what appears to be a scheduling quirk with these teams facing off in back-to-back games.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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Briggs (5-2) | ||
vs Columbus International | W 21-8 | |
Centennial (4-3) | ||
@ Hamilton Township | L 13-3 | |
Whetstone (8-1) | ||
vs Bishop Ready | L 9-3 | |
Upper Arlington (4-3) | ||
vs Brunswick | L 9-6 | |
Dublin Coffman (2-5) | ||
vs Hoover | W 5-2 | |
Westerville North (3-1) | ||
vs St. Vincent-St. Mary | W 8-0 | |
Central Crossing (1-8) | ||
vs Wheelersburg | L 16-0 | |
vs Wheelersburg | L 21-5 | |
Franklin Heights (3-3-1) | ||
vs Harvest Prep | W 15-0 | |
Grove City (3-4) | ||
@ Centerville | L 8-1 | |
New Albany (2-3) | ||
@ Chillicothe | W 9-2 | |
Graham Local (4-4) | ||
vs Anna | L 8-4 | |
vs Anna | L 8-4 |
🥎 Softball Scoreboard
Centennial's Stars outshined Westland in a wild 22-15 slugfest that had scorekeepers working overtime. The Stars improved to 8-1 with the victory, continuing their dominant season after previously crushing Mifflin 23-2. Westland drops to 1-9, still searching for that elusive second win in what's becoming a long spring.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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Centennial (8-1) | ||
@ Westland | W 22-15 | |
@ Westland | W 17-7 | |
Thomas Worthington (5-5) | ||
@ London | L 12-5 | |
Hilliard Bradley (6-2) | ||
@ Jonathan Alder | W 13-0 | |
vs Madison Plains | W 12-0 | |
Dublin Coffman (6-5) | ||
@ New Albany | L 10-5 | |
@ New Albany | W 12-8 | |
Lincoln (6-4) | ||
vs Kenton Ridge | L 15-3 | |
Grove City (7-4) | ||
@ Marysville | L 6-5 (8) | |
@ Mathews | L 10-9 | |
Franklin Heights (2-10) | ||
vs Harvest Prep | W 27-17 | |
New Albany (2-7) | ||
vs Dublin Coffman | W 10-5 | |
vs Dublin Coffman | L 12-8 | |
Canal Winchester (5-5) | ||
@ Grove City Christian | W 14-4 | |
@ Hamilton Township | W 16-5 |
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
Starter Ranch Needs Love: Priced at $189,900, this 3-bedroom ranch with full basement and attached garage is a potential starter home or investment property, though it requires some TLC and has a motivated seller.
Spacious park-side renovated gem: This cozy $249,900 Hummel Grove two-story home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, full basement, and 2-car garage, featuring new carpet and fresh paint in an open concept layout near Portman Park and local amenities.
Spacious home new kitchen ready: This charming $739,000 home in Northam Park offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths across 2,400 square feet with a beautifully updated kitchen, grand master suite, and newly remodeled lower level. Open house scheduled for April 13.
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