Good morning, Marion County. Twenty years ago, a scrappy guitar project launched by Kyle Sowash transformed into something much bigger than its humble beginnings. Now celebrating two decades of hook-filled indie rock, The Kyle Sowashes have released "Start Making Sense," an album that channels pandemic experiences into slightly darker yet characteristically catchy tunes—proving that sometimes the best creative work emerges from our most challenging moments.
Meanwhile, meat lovers rejoice as Hank's Texas BBQ fires up its smokers at a second location along Route 42 in Delaware, marking significant growth for the local chain amid Central Ohio's retail expansion. On the political front, the 2026 attorney general race is heating up with Upper Arlington City Council member John Kulewicz entering the contest, bringing 44 years of legal experience and promising a "vigorous new approach" as "the people's lawyer." The race is already shaping up to be competitive.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🎸 The Kyle Sowashes celebrate 20 years of scrappy guitar rock. What began as Kyle Sowash's solo project quickly evolved into a tight-knit band with a rotating cast of musicians that eventually stabilized around drummer Dan Bandman, guitarist Justin Hemminger, and bassist Nick La Russo. Their new album "Start Making Sense" showcases a slightly darker, more cynical perspective shaped by pandemic experiences and social realities, while still maintaining their signature hook-filled sound. Despite personal challenges including mental health struggles and loss, the band's core motivation remains unchanged: getting together with friends, making music, and dining at coveted restaurants while on tour.
🍖 Hank's Texas BBQ fires up second location in Delaware. The popular barbecue restaurant has expanded to Route 42, marking a significant growth milestone for the local chain. According to Columbus Business First, this new outpost comes amid several other retail developments in Central Ohio, including new Kroger and Chick-fil-A locations. The expansion reflects the growing food scene in Delaware County, which is also seeing residential growth with plans for over 200 single-family homes in the area.
⚖️ Ohio Democrat enters attorney general race with anti-status quo message. John Kulewicz, an Upper Arlington City Council member and longtime lawyer, announced his candidacy for Ohio attorney general in 2026. He's positioning himself as an alternative to "more of the same," promising a "vigorous new approach" as "the people's lawyer." Kulewicz faces competition from fellow Democrat Elliot Forhan and Republican State Auditor Keith Faber for the seat being vacated by term-limited Republican Dave Yost. The retired law firm partner brings 44 years of legal experience, including arguing cases before both the U.S. and Ohio Supreme Courts.
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