💧 Columbus renames utilities department to clarify its true purpose. The Department of Public Utilities is now officially "Columbus Water & Power," reflecting its focus on water treatment, power supply, sewerage, and sustainability initiatives. The rebranding follows a year-long process that included employee input and resident focus groups to address confusion about the department's responsibilities. Mayor Andrew Ginther highlighted how the 1,200 employees "serve central Ohio residents every second of every day" through essential services that often operate behind the scenes. The new name and logo will gradually appear on city vehicles, employee uniforms and water towers over the next year.
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😢 Toddler found with broken jaw and spine in Columbus home. Police arrested 22-year-old Nathan Bridges on May 13 after discovering a severely injured 2-year-old boy at an east Columbus residence. The child, left with a caretaker while his mother was away, suffered bruising throughout his body, a liver laceration, and potentially life-altering fractures. Bridges allegedly dropped the boy off claiming the mother had been arrested, then ignored questions about the visible injuries. He faces child endangerment charges and is currently held at Franklin County Corrections Center.
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🎬 Hollywood dreams come alive with Columbus casting calls. Aspiring actors can now audition for several productions filming in and around Columbus, Ohio. "The Antihero," a scripted show, is seeking crew members and young actors, while feature films like "Lowball" offer nationwide casting opportunities with rates up to $75/hour. Other nearby projects include "Sigil Sixteen" in Detroit and "The Tongue Tied Trilogy" filming across Michigan and Ohio. These diverse casting calls represent pathways for both seasoned professionals and newcomers to break into the entertainment industry.
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