💐 A 124-year-old Columbus florist closes its doors forever. 5th Ave Floral Co. held its final day of business on June 7, marking the end of a family-owned establishment that began in 1901. Third-generation owner Kim Fitz announced her retirement, prompting the closure of the Kenny Road shop that had served notable customers like Muhammad Ali and Jack Nicklaus. The business, which relocated to its current location in 1945, provided flowers for countless weddings, funerals, and special occasions throughout its century-plus history. In an emotional final post, the company turned off its red neon lights as Fitz thanked customers for their loyalty and friendships.
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🔫 North Linden shooting leaves one dead at local shop. The fatal incident occurred around 1:05 a.m. Wednesday at a business near Ontario Street and Oakland Park Avenue. According to Columbus police, the victim was rushed to Riverside Methodist Hospital in critical condition but was pronounced dead at 1:41 a.m. Authorities have not released information about what led to the shooting or identified any potential suspects. The area near Huy Road Park remains under investigation as police gather evidence.
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🚗 Columbus auto group sells three Sidney dealerships to local competitor. Germain Motor Company has sold its Chevrolet-GMC, Ford, and Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram dealerships in Sidney to Chesrown Automotive. The transaction, which closed earlier this month, allows Germain to "focus on expansion opportunities in other markets" while maintaining its dealerships across six states, including locations in Beavercreek. This acquisition marks Chesrown Automotive's first major expansion under Jim Gill, whose sons Ryan and Joseph will oversee operations at all three Sidney locations. The dealerships collectively span nearly 20 acres and feature more than 50 service bays.
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