Good morning, Marion County. Summer in Columbus is heating up with a dose of international terror—the cinematic kind, that is. The Wexner Center's global horror film series brings spine-tingling selections from Italy to Japan through August 14, complete with a handy "gore-o-meter" to gauge just how frightened you might become. With special pricing for students and local film buffs introducing several screenings, it's the perfect excuse to escape the heat while embracing the chills.
Meanwhile, bargain hunters have reason to celebrate as Grocery Outlet opens its first Columbus location on Bethel Road, joining the competitive $8 billion local grocery market at a time when many shoppers are looking to stretch their dollars. In more somber news, Columbus police have made an arrest in connection with the recent Target parking lot shooting, with investigators clarifying the incident stemmed from a drug-related altercation that began at a nearby apartment complex.
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🛒 Grocery Outlet brings discount shopping to Columbus shoppers. The California-based grocery chain has opened its first Columbus location on Bethel Road, arriving at a time when consumers are increasingly looking to save money. This new store is part of a broader expansion into Ohio markets. The discount retailer joins Columbus' competitive $8 billion grocery market, where chains like Kroger are also investing in remodels and new locations throughout the area.
🎬 International Horror series brings global frights to Columbus this summer. The Wexner Center for the Arts is showcasing eight horror films from around the world through August 14, featuring everything from Italian classics to Japanese techno-horror and animated nightmares. Curator Chris Stults created a "gore-o-meter" to help viewers navigate the varying intensity levels, with films like "The Wolf House" earning enthusiastic recommendations from experts. The series arrives amid horror's mainstream resurgence, with local film buffs introducing four of the screenings and special pricing available for students and members.
🔫 Deadly Target parking lot shooting linked to drug deal gone wrong. Columbus police arrested 19-year-old Elijah Roberts for the murder of 26-year-old Joseph Suiter, who was found shot inside a car at Polaris Target. Investigators believe the shooting originated from an altercation at nearby Garden at Polaris Apartments, not at the retail store itself. Witnesses helped identify Roberts, who was apprehended by SWAT officers at a residence near the scene. Police officials reassured the public that the area remains safe, noting the incident was isolated from the main shopping center.
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