Good morning, Pickaway County. The dining landscape around Columbus is heating up with some fresh arrivals on the horizon. Award-winning burger chain Dog Haus is firing up the grill with plans for four new locations, including one in the Gateway University District where they'll serve their signature all-beef creations on King's Hawaiian rolls. Meanwhile, Dutch Bros Coffee is brewing excitement with its second Columbus-area drive-thru, joining the growing caffeine competition targeting Central Ohio's coffee enthusiasts.
On a more sobering note, thousands of refugees in Franklin County have lost crucial SNAP benefits, leaving over 4,000 individuals—including 1,700 children and 300 seniors—facing difficult choices between food and other necessities. County officials are highlighting partnerships with local food pantries to help bridge the gap while exploring additional support options for affected residents. The stark contrast between new business growth and community challenges reflects the complex reality of our region's ongoing development.
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🍽️ Thousands of Columbus refugees lose crucial SNAP benefits. Over 4,000 refugees, including 1,700 children and 300 seniors in Franklin County, have been cut off from food assistance they relied on. County officials, including Board President Erica Crawley, emphasize that these families now face impossible choices between food and other necessities like housing and healthcare. Commissioners are highlighting collaboration with local food pantries to ensure affected families can still access nutritious foods. The county is exploring all available options to support residents impacted by these benefit changes.
🍔 Award-winning burger chain Dog Haus plans four Columbus locations. The Pasadena-based concept has filed a permit to renovate a space in the Gateway University District on North High Street. Dog Haus offers all-beef burgers, hot dogs, and hand-crafted sausages served on King's Hawaiian rolls, plus an impressive array of plant-based options including Impossible brats and burgers. Their menu features hormone and antibiotic-free meats, alongside sides like tots and onion rings, with plenty of beer options to wash it all down. The new location will occupy a space previously home to two Irish pubs.
☕ Dutch Bros Coffee brews up second Columbus-area location. The popular drive-thru coffee chain is developing at least two Central Ohio sites as it expands its presence in the region. This follows the opening of Dutch Bros' first Ohio location, with plans for additional drive-thrus in the Columbus market. The expansion comes amid increased competition, as other coffee brands are simultaneously growing their footprint around Columbus. Dutch Bros joins several national chains, including a Michigan coffee brand, that are targeting the Columbus area for new locations.
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Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.
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