Good morning, Pickaway County. Behind the quaint facade of the village of Brice—population under 100—lies a traffic enforcement operation that's generated over $432,000 in fines from 4,600 tickets. This small community has sparked a big controversy, with Columbus City Council President Shannon Hardin calling it a "speed trap" while local police defend the cameras as necessary safety measures. The dispute has now escalated to allegations of overwhelming the Franklin County Municipal Court system.
Tragedy has struck the Columbus education community with the heartbreaking loss of Marion-Franklin High School art teacher Rachel Prince, whose dedication to uplifting young people left an indelible mark in just two years at the school. In happier news for pizza enthusiasts, Mikey's Late Night Slice continues its delicious domination of Ohio with two new locations planned for Polaris and Dayton, adding to their impressive nine-location footprint that already serves up New York-style slices across the region.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🚓 Small village issues 4,600 tickets in traffic enforcement showdown. Columbus City Council President Shannon Hardin has publicly criticized the village of Brice for operating what he calls a "speed trap." Despite having fewer than 100 residents, Brice has collected over $432,000 in photo enforcement fines, allegedly overwhelming the Franklin County Municipal Court. Brice Police Chief Bud Bauchmoyer defends the cameras, saying they're legal and necessary to protect children in school zones. A state audit previously found the village failed to keep proper records of citations and didn't pay court filing fees.
🎨 Art teacher's murder leaves Columbus City Schools heartbroken. Rachel Prince, 46, was found dead in northwest Columbus on Sunday, with her boyfriend Jason Palmer charged with the crime. The Marion-Franklin High School teacher was remembered for "devoting her life to uplifting young people, always leading with compassion." Principal Tanita Fleming announced that counseling resources would be available for students and staff as they navigate this tragic loss. Prince, in just her second year at the school, had already made a lasting impact on the community.
🍕 Columbus favorite Mikey's Late Night Slice is expanding again. The popular New York-style pizzeria announced two new Ohio locations coming to The Galaxy at Polaris and Dayton's Water Street District. Both new spots will serve alcohol alongside their famous pizza, with the Dayton location opening in late 2025 and the Polaris spot following in early 2026. This expansion adds to Mikey's impressive footprint, which already includes nine locations across Columbus, including recent additions at Bridge Park and Easton that opened last fall.
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Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.
-Colossians 3:12
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