Good morning, Franklin County. While Columbus increasingly positions itself as a Midwest tech hub, AndHealth is putting that reputation into action. The telehealth startup is doubling down on its downtown presence, adding 75 new jobs and expanding office space in a growth trajectory reportedly outpacing founder Matt Scantland's previous venture, CoverMyMeds. This expansion comes at a time when the company has secured a statewide growth deal, further cementing Columbus as a serious player in the innovation economy.
Meanwhile, two significant showdowns are unfolding across the county. The Ohio Supreme Court is reviewing Columbia Gas's controversial plan to increase fixed monthly charges from $36 to $58 by 2027—a case that could set precedent for utility billing statewide. On the political front, Columbus voters face a rare one-on-one District 7 council race between city prosecutor Tiara Ross and immigration attorney Jesse Vogel, with both candidates agreeing that such competitive elections should happen more frequently in a city where uncontested races have become the norm.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🚀 Columbus telehealth startup doubles down on growth downtown. AndHealth, founded by serial entrepreneur Matt Scantland, is expanding its office space in Columbus while adding 75 new jobs. The company's growth trajectory is reportedly outpacing Scantland's previous venture, CoverMyMeds, in its early stages. This expansion comes as Columbus increasingly positions itself as an emerging tech hotspot in the Midwest. The startup appears poised for further growth, having recently secured a deal for statewide expansion.
💰 Ohio's highest court tackles controversial gas bill hikes. The Ohio Supreme Court will review a Columbia Gas plan to increase fixed monthly charges from $36 to $58 by 2027, regardless of usage. Environmental groups are challenging the PUCO-approved rate structure, arguing it unfairly burdens low-income households and eliminates helpful energy efficiency programs. Columbia Gas originally sought an $80 monthly charge before the settlement reduced the target amount. The case, one of eight being heard this week, could set precedent for utility billing practices statewide.
🗳️ Columbus voters face rare one-on-one showdown for vacant council seat. The District 7 race pits establishment-backed city prosecutor Tiara Ross against immigration attorney Jesse Vogel in what has become a referendum on local politics. Ross boasts endorsements from Mayor Ginther and all nine council members, while Vogel positions himself as a reform voice with backing from labor unions and progressive groups. The contest stands out in a city where uncontested elections and insider appointments have become the norm. Both candidates agree that competitive races like theirs should happen more frequently in Columbus.
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