Good morning, Franklin County. As October casts its eerie spell across Columbus, residents are sharing their spine-chilling encounters with the supernatural. The latest issue of (614) Magazine features 13 terrifying tales of local hauntings, from Westerville's unsolved murder home to campus-area apparitions that might make you think twice about walking alone after dark. Beyond the ghostly narratives, you'll find features on a serial killer-themed eatery and news about a Pennsylvania brewery making its Columbus debut.
Meanwhile, change is brewing in local leadership circles. Jesse Vogel, an immigration attorney whose political journey began helping pandemic-era tenants facing eviction, is challenging how Columbus's new district system represents neighborhoods. In education, Ohio Bankers League manager Kimberley Mason is vying for a school board seat with her "PAC" platform aimed at rebuilding community trust as the district navigates a $50 million deficit and controversial school closures.
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🗳️ Columbus council candidate fights for neighborhood representation in District 7. Jesse Vogel, an immigration attorney running for Columbus City Council, believes the city's new district system undermines true local representation. His political journey began during the pandemic when he organized support for tenants facing eviction while studying law at Ohio State. Vogel argues Columbus has the resources to better serve working people through affordable housing and improved transportation but needs to prioritize those the market doesn't serve. He critiques the current election structure where district representatives are elected citywide, claiming it incentivizes fundraising over community engagement.
👻 Columbus residents share spine-chilling ghost stories for Halloween season. The October issue of (614) Magazine has compiled 13 terrifying tales of local hauntings submitted by readers, including accounts of growing up in Westerville's only unsolved murder home and encounters with campus-area apparitions. Beyond the ghost stories, the issue features content about a serial killer-themed eatery in Ohio, a Pennsylvania brewery opening locally, and Columbus homes featured on Zillow Gone Wild. Readers can find the full collection of supernatural encounters in the current issue, available at free distribution points throughout the city.
🏫 Columbus parent Kimberley Mason seeks school board seat with fresh vision. The Ohio Bankers League manager, running for one of three open positions on Columbus City Schools' Board of Education, wants to rebuild community trust and transform the district. Mason advocates for student-centered decisions, criticizing public board arguments and lack of community input on school closures. Her "PAC" platform focuses on partnerships, workforce advancement, and cutting developer tax breaks as the district faces a $50 million deficit. Mason believes electing the right candidates could lead to "historic transformation" with more academic scholarships and lower student debt.
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