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🍔 Burger wheels rolling

Marion County • September 16, 2025

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Good morning, Marion County. The local food scene is getting a delicious upgrade as wing tavern owner Devin Keeton and partners prepare to launch Holy Cow Smash Burgers & Fries, starting with a food truck before establishing roots in a brick-and-mortar location. This savvy business expansion follows a growing Columbus trend of restaurant owners taking their culinary creations mobile, proving that sometimes the best ideas come served on four wheels.

Meanwhile, nostalgia gets a fresh coat of paint as Level One Bar + Arcade celebrates its 10th anniversary under new ownership. John Reemsten has revitalized the gaming hotspot with 80s-inspired neon and updated games while preserving beloved classics like Donkey Kong. And for those tracking Dublin's evolution, the ambitious "Bridge North" development is set to continue the transformation of the Bridge Street District with five new mixed-use buildings—further reshaping the suburban landscape into a vibrant urban corridor.

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☕️ What's Brewing Locally

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🍔 Local wing tavern owner expands into burger business with food truck. Devin Keeton and partners Eric Williams and Spencer Campbell are launching Holy Cow Smash Burgers & Fries, starting with a food truck operation. The new venture will eventually include a brick-and-mortar restaurant location in London, Ohio. This expansion follows a trend of local restaurant owners diversifying their offerings through mobile food options. Holy Cow joins the growing food scene in the Columbus area, where several establishments have recently added food trucks to complement their existing businesses.

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🎮 Level One Bar + Arcade celebrates 10 years with new owner and makeover. John Reemsten took over the Columbus gaming hotspot in August, fulfilling his "lifelong dream" of running an arcade. The space now features fresh paint, neon signs for an 80s vibe, and updated game selections while keeping classics like Donkey Kong. Reemsten plans to enhance the experience with weekly leagues, themed nights, and tournaments, while preserving the family-like staff that has been there for years. The anniversary celebration kicks off September 20 with giveaways and new game unveilings.

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🏙️ Dublin's Bridge Street District to welcome ambitious "Bridge North" development. The mixed-use project will feature five buildings located just north of the existing Bridge Park area. Developer Daimler has partnered with Indus to create this latest addition to Dublin's growing urban corridor. Bridge North continues the expansion trend in the area, joining other recently approved Bridge Park developments. The project represents another significant investment in Dublin's evolving commercial and residential landscape.

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🏡 Real Estate Reveals

Real estate listing image Tenant-occupied starter investment opportunity: Listed at $124,900, this cozy ranch home offers 2 bedrooms and 960 sq ft with updated flooring and walls. Currently tenant-occupied near town amenities, it presents a solid opportunity for investors or flippers.
Real estate listing image Affordable seniors' paradise double lot: Listed at $125,000, this immaculate 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in a 55+ community features a large eat-in kitchen, spacious great room, and sits on a double lot with a concrete foundation and attached garage.
Real estate listing image Investor Bargain Needs Love: A "cozy" 2-bedroom ranch priced at $99,999 offers an open concept layout on a corner lot with detached garage, though it requires some TLC to transform this investor-friendly opportunity.

🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla

🚚 Sep. 16 - Schneider Truck Driving Recruitment: Rev up your career at Schneider's Truck Driving Recruiting Event! Stop by Country Inn & Suites in Marion on September 16 at 3pm to chat with friendly recruiters about driving opportunities.
🧠 Sep. 16 - Stroke Education Workshop: Boost your stroke knowledge at OhioHealth Marion General Hospital's free education class on September 16! Healthcare professionals and EMS partners can enjoy complimentary continuing education from 8am to 4:30pm.
📊 Sep. 16 - PowerSchool EMIS Help Session: Need PowerSchool EMIS help? Drop by META Solutions in Marion on September 16 for an informal work session where experts will tackle your reporting questions in this no-pressure, supportive environment.
🏃‍⚕️ Sep. 20 - Nursing 5K Fun Run: Lace up your sneakers for the 11th Annual Nursing 5K at Marion Technical College's Bryson Hall on September 20! Join this health-celebrating community run where wellness and fun take center stage.
🍕 Sep. 20 - Pepperoni Pizza Day: Celebrate National Pepperoni Pizza Day at Shovel City Drinkery with Mr. Bill's Wood Fired Pizza Kitchen! Stop by 181 N Main St on September 20 for delicious, wood-fired slices in downtown Marion.
🏙️ Sep. 20 - Lofty Spaces Tour: Peek behind closed doors at the Lofty Spaces & Unique Places Tour on September 20! Explore breathtaking hidden gems around town, starting at Connect Coworx on E Center Street in Marion.
👋 Sep. 20 - ASL Club Signing Practice: Practice your signing skills at Marion Public Library's Summer ASL Club on September 20! This casual monthly gathering welcomes adults and teens of all skill levels to learn and practice American Sign Language together.
📚 Sep. 20 - Indie Author Showcase: Meet local wordsmiths at Birch Tree Bookery's Indie Author Showcase! Chat with regional writers and discover unique books at 605 E Center St on September 20, from 11am to 2pm.
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