Good morning, Marion County. Columbus is quietly cementing its status as a tech powerhouse with the announcement of "Software Alley," a $4 million investment transforming downtown office space into a hub for university spinouts and early-stage companies. This collaboration between Rev1 Ventures and Ohio State University represents another building block in the city's emerging reputation as a technology hotspot, offering dedicated space where innovation can flourish beyond university walls.
While tech shapes our city's skyline, the arts continue to nourish our souls. Born from pandemic isolation, the jazz collective Gault has evolved from a creative lifeline to a thriving musical partnership with their new album "If the Heavens Came Down." And for families seeking summer entertainment, the Columbus Metropolitan Library and Gateway Film Center are celebrating their 15th year of bringing books to life through free films—from "The Wizard of Oz" to "Matilda"—offering literary adventures on the big screen all summer long.
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🏙️ Columbus tech hub "Software Alley" to transform downtown with $4M investment. Rev1 Ventures plans to create Class A office space for university spinouts and early-stage tech companies in The Peninsula Office Building downtown. The project aims to provide dedicated space for product development and meetings with clients and investors. Ohio State University will join Rev1 in occupying two floors of the building. This development represents part of Columbus' growing reputation as an emerging technology hotspot.
🎷 Pandemic-born jazz collective Gault finds connection through chaos. Emerging from COVID isolation, keyboardist Caleb Miller assembled a dream team of musicians to form Gault, releasing their debut "Mirth" in 2023. Their new album "If the Heavens Came Down" moves beyond pandemic themes, featuring contributions from all band members, including drummer Seth Daly's deeply personal tracks about family. The eclectic collection alternates between composed atmospheric pieces and improvisational instrumentals, reflecting the group's intentional musical partnership. Miller values this collaborative dynamic, noting how it "makes me feel bigger" when working with such self-assured musicians.
🎬 Free movies bring books to life all summer in Columbus. The Columbus Metropolitan Library and Gateway Film Center are offering library cardholders a series of book-inspired films from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekend. This marks the 15th year of the "From Book to Film" series, which aims to make movie experiences accessible to all families in central Ohio. The lineup includes classics like "The Wizard of Oz," "Matilda," and "The Neverending Story." Fifteen films will be shown on weekends throughout the summer, starting May 24 with "The War of the Worlds."
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Affordable custom country home 2025: Listed at $106,734, this upcoming home from Mansion Homes features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an eat-in kitchen. The country property includes a deck, storage shed, and washer/dryer hookups, all arriving in 2025.
Affordable manufactured homey retreat: This charming 3 bed, 2 bath manufactured home is listed at $115,352. The 2025 Clayton model offers 1,216 square feet of living space in a move-in ready package.
Identical duplex remodeled baths fireplaces: This duplex in East Marion, priced at $150,000, offers two identical units, each with 3 bedrooms, 1 recently remodeled bath, fireplaces, hardwood floors, separate laundry areas, and storage sheds with ample off-street parking.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
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