Good morning, Franklin County. Even in an off-year election, the political pulse of Columbus is quickening as early voters head to the polls for the May 6 primaries. Downtown's District 7 race has drawn unusual attention with assistant city attorney Tiara Ross facing scrutiny while maintaining council endorsements, while ten candidates compete for just three school board seats amid tensions over consolidation and contracts.
Broadway magic will soon transform Columbus stages as the 2025-26 season brings "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" to Ohio as its exclusive state stop. The star-studded lineup features six Columbus premieres including "The Outsiders" and "Back to the Future: The Musical." Meanwhile, the art world celebrates Groveport-based ceramic artist Juliellen Byrne, whose 40-year career and distinctive figurative sculptures will be showcased in the Ohio Craft Museum's upcoming "Best of 2025" exhibition starting May 4.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🗳️ Columbus primaries spark unusual voter interest despite off-year timing. The May 6 election features contested races for Columbus City Council District 7 and Columbus Board of Education, with early voting already underway. In District 7, three candidates compete for a downtown seat, with assistant city attorney Tiara Ross facing scrutiny over past driving violations but still securing all council endorsements. Meanwhile, ten candidates vie for three school board seats amid tensions over school consolidation and teacher contracts. Hilliard's Democratic primary signals political shifts in the traditionally Republican suburb.
🎭 Columbus unveils star-studded Broadway lineup featuring Harry Potter premiere. The 2025-26 PNC Broadway in Columbus season will bring "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" to Ohio as its exclusive state stop. Six Columbus premieres headline the schedule, including "The Outsiders," "Some Like It Hot," and "Back to the Future: The Musical." The season also features beloved classics like "The Sound of Music" and "Les Misérables." Ticket packages for the seven-show season range from $342.85 to $1,115.95, with new subscriptions available starting June 11.
🎨 Ceramic artist builds stories through oddly captivating figures. Juliellen Byrne, a Groveport-based artist with 40 years of experience, creates narrative-driven ceramic sculptures that reflect her personal concerns through a cast of distinctive characters. Her award-winning piece "Tumor Schappel" will be featured in the Ohio Craft Museum's "Best of 2025" exhibition running May 4-July 5. Byrne's journey from first-generation college student to successful artist included running a pottery studio and maintaining a separate creative space—something she considers essential for artists. Her work has been exhibited in museums across Ohio and she continues to participate in select juried shows.
⚾ Baseball Scoreboard
Eastmoor Academy's bats were hotter than a July doubleheader, demolishing Independence 20-4 in a Wednesday slugfest that wasn't even close. The Warriors improved to an impressive 11-1 record, while the 76ers limped away at 2-7, probably wishing they could call a mercy rule timeout.Mifflin's offense went into overdrive Wednesday, trouncing South 17-6 in a hitting clinic that had scorekeepers working overtime. The Punchers punched their way to an 8-4 record, while the Bulldogs dropped to 2-6, likely wondering what hit them during this non-league demolition.Thomas Worthington Cardinals soared past Hilliard Darby 14-4 in Wednesday's league showdown, with both teams set for an immediate rematch Friday. In the baseball equivalent of déjà vu, the 7-6 Cardinals will host the 7-5 Panthers again, giving Darby minimal time to figure out what went wrong the first time around.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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Briggs (9-2) | ||
vs Columbus Torah Academy | W 9-1 | |
Independence (2-7) | ||
@ Eastmoor Academy | L 20-4 | |
Mifflin (8-4) | ||
vs South | W 16-0 | |
vs South | W 17-6 | |
Northland (6-5-1) | ||
@ Eastmoor Academy | L 14-3 | |
South (2-6) | ||
@ Mifflin | L 16-0 | |
@ Mifflin | L 17-6 | |
Upper Arlington (8-4) | ||
vs Dublin Coffman | W 5-2 | |
Thomas Worthington (8-6) | ||
vs Hilliard Darby | W 14-4 | |
Worthington Kilbourne (9-4) | ||
vs Big Walnut | L 14-3 | |
Hilliard Bradley (4-7) | ||
vs Olentangy Orange | L 3-2 | |
Hilliard Darby (7-5) | ||
@ Thomas Worthington | L 14-4 | |
Hilliard Davidson (6-6) | ||
@ Olentangy Liberty | L 6-2 | |
Dublin Coffman (3-10) | ||
@ Upper Arlington | L 5-2 | |
Dublin Jerome (4-8) | ||
@ Olentangy | L 4-3 | |
Lincoln (4-5) | ||
vs Grove City | L 8-1 | |
Westerville Central (5-7) | ||
@ Central Crossing | W 10-5 | |
Westerville North (6-4) | ||
vs Westland | W 10-0 | |
Westerville South (5-8) | ||
vs Hayes | L 6-3 | |
Grove City (6-5) | ||
@ Lincoln | W 8-1 | |
Central Crossing (2-12-1) | ||
vs Westerville Central | L 10-5 | |
New Albany (8-3) | ||
vs Pickerington North | W 17-7 | |
Reynoldsburg (3-6) | ||
@ Pickerington Central | L 4-1 | |
Bexley (8-5-1) | ||
vs Columbus Academy | W 5-4 | |
Grandview Heights (5-5) | ||
vs Bishop Ready | W 7-2 | |
Whitehall-Yearling (1-10) | ||
@ Buckeye Valley | L 13-0 | |
Canal Winchester (6-5) | ||
vs Groveport-Madison | W 16-6 |
🥎 Softball Scoreboard
The Monarchs made short work of Thomas Worthington with a commanding 13-0 shutout, improving to 11-3 as they march toward their showdown with Olentangy Berlin. Meanwhile, the Bears unleashed an offensive barrage in their 19-4 rout of winless Dublin Jerome, setting up Thursday's clash of hot teams.In crosstown rivalry action, Westerville North dominated South 19-3, while Olentangy handled Hilliard Darby 11-5 to improve to 8-4 on the season. The Panthers will look to rebound from their second straight loss when they face the struggling Cardinals tomorrow.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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Upper Arlington (3-13) | ||
vs Olentangy Orange | L 17-4 | |
Thomas Worthington (7-8) | ||
vs Marysville | L 13-0 | |
Worthington Kilbourne (8-7) | ||
@ Hayes | L 12-0 | |
Hilliard Darby (13-4) | ||
@ Olentangy | L 11-5 | |
Hilliard Bradley (10-4) | ||
vs Olentangy Liberty | L 6-5 | |
Dublin Jerome (0-12) | ||
@ Olentangy Berlin | L 19-4 | |
Dublin Scioto (13-2) | ||
vs Westland | W 10-0 | |
Westerville Central (3-6) | ||
@ Lincoln | L 6-5 | |
Lincoln (11-5) | ||
vs Westerville Central | W 6-5 | |
Westerville North (6-9) | ||
@ Westerville South | W 19-3 | |
Westerville South (2-11) | ||
vs Westerville North | L 19-3 | |
Central Crossing (7-5) | ||
@ New Albany | W 5-3 | |
Grove City (9-6) | ||
@ Pickerington North | W 16-7 | |
Franklin Heights (2-15) | ||
@ Grandview Heights | L 14-8 | |
New Albany (3-11) | ||
vs Central Crossing | L 5-3 | |
Bexley (4-11) | ||
@ Bishop Ready | L 14-4 | |
Grandview Heights (8-2) | ||
vs Franklin Heights | W 14-8 | |
Canal Winchester (8-7) | ||
@ Newark | L 18-3 | |
Graham Local (2-8) | ||
vs North Union | L 16-0 |
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
Historic school by metro park: This brick schoolhouse priced at $525,000 sits on 2.5 acres bordering Prairie Oaks Metro Park, featuring vaulted ceilings and historic charm after being reconverted from a residence to its original open layout.
Columbus gem needs renovation now: A historic Columbus home is on the market for $245,000, offering 4 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms across a spacious 2,300 square feet in the revitalizing King-Lincoln Bronzeville District, promising both charm and investment potential.
Spacious updated Wexford family home: Priced at $389,900, this 4-bedroom home in Wexford Green features an open kitchen, spacious family room, large owner's suite, and updates including a 2024 HVAC system and 10-year-old roof.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
💰 Financial Friday
Consider setting up an automatic transfer to a savings account each payday; even small, consistent contributions can lead to significant savings over time without requiring much thought or effort.
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