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πŸ’• Nursing heart benefits

Powell • August 21, 2025

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Good morning, Powell. Heart health comes in unexpected packages, according to groundbreaking research from Ohio State. Women who breastfeed their babies enjoy a significantly lower risk of heart attacks even decades after giving birthβ€”with especially protective effects for those who experienced gestational diabetes. This compelling connection between early motherhood choices and long-term cardiovascular health adds another powerful reason to support new mothers in their breastfeeding journey.

The local food scene continues evolving as Sweetgreen prepares to open its second Columbus-area location in downtown Dublin, bringing its health-focused salads and grain bowls to more Central Ohio residents. Meanwhile, Plain City residents are actively shaping their community's future through an interactive workshop and online platform. The comprehensive planning process invites everyone's inputβ€”ensuring that as our area grows, it reflects the collective vision of those who call it home.

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πŸ₯— Sweetgreen plans second Columbus location in downtown Dublin. The national salad and bowl chain, which entered the Columbus market just last year, is continuing its Central Ohio expansion. This new restaurant will join Sweetgreen's existing location that opened in 2024. The chain specializes in health-focused salads and grain bowls, adding to Dublin's growing restaurant scene. Other food establishments are also expanding in the area, including Roots Natural Kitchen which recently selected Dublin for its third location.

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πŸ™οΈ Plain City residents shape their village's future with interactive workshop. The first Picture Plain City Community Workshop drew a large crowd eager to share ideas about the community's direction. For those who missed it, an online platform offers four interactive activities where residents can share their vision, identify growth opportunities, suggest initiatives, and provide feedback. Every contribution will help shape the village's Comprehensive Plan update, with a second workshop planned for later this year. The self-paced platform ensures all residents can participate in crafting Plain City's future.

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🀱 Breastfeeding moms enjoy healthier hearts, Ohio State study reveals. Researchers found that women who breastfed had a lower risk of heart problems like heart attacks at both 10-14 years and 30 years after giving birth. The protective effect was especially significant for mothers who experienced gestational diabetes during pregnancy. The study, published in Obstetrics & Gynecology, analyzed data from 4,540 mothers, with 80% reporting they had breastfed their newborns. Researchers emphasize these findings highlight the need for better postpartum breastfeeding support and education about its connection to long-term maternal heart health.

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🏑 Real Estate Reveals

Real estate listing image Modern Powell elegance awaits homebuyers: Priced at $474,900, this Powell Place home showcases four bedrooms, modern elegance with a gourmet kitchen featuring quartz counters, and multiple entertaining spaces including a spacious deck overlooking a fenced backyard.
Auction Bargain Awaits Savvy Buyer: This foreclosure property is available on Auction.com, potentially below market value. Save it to receive alerts about auction dates and status changes on the nation's largest online real estate auction marketplace.
Real estate listing image Spacious Powell home near everything: Priced at $475,000, this Powell home offers formal living and dining spaces, a well-equipped kitchen, four bedrooms, and a primary suite with vaulted ceilings, plus recent upgrades and a location near parks and major highways in the Olentangy School District.

πŸ—“οΈ Happenings & Hoopla

πŸ‘©β€πŸŽ“ Aug. 21 - Ladies Night in Powell: Ladies, ditch the back-to-school stress at Powell's 80 East Social Club! Treat yourself to a well-deserved night out on August 21 at this charming Olentangy Street venue.
🎬 Aug. 21 - Pop Culture Trivia Night: Test your pop culture prowess at Liberty Social's Trivia Night! Challenge friends with questions about movies, music, celebs, and viral moments on August 21 at 240 N Liberty St in Powell.
🎨 Aug. 22 - Hell City Tattoo Fest: Ink enthusiasts, get ready! The Hell City Tattoo Festival Phoenix brings top artists to the Ohio Expo Center on August 22. Check out verified reviews to see if this creative gathering is right for you.
🌽 Aug. 23 - Powell Farmers Market 2025: Fresh produce and local treasures await at Powell Farmers Market 2025! Stop by Liberty Plaza every Saturday from 9am-Noon through October 4th for the best local vendors in town.
🎭 Aug. 23 - Cap City Festival Fun: Groove to free entertainment at Cap City Festival in Nafzger Park on August 23! Bring the family for an afternoon of neighborhood fun and festivities at this beloved Columbus summer tradition.
πŸ‘­ Aug. 23 - Women & Girls' Fest: Celebrate women and girls in arts and culture at the 2025 Columbus Women & Girls' Fest! Join the Columbus Safety Collective campaign at MPACC BoxPark on August 23 to collect signatures and support local leaders.
🎡 Aug. 24 - Vinyl Night Visit Powell: Spin some vinyl at Nocterra Brewing Co. this Saturday! Drop by 41 Depot St in Powell for a night of classic records, craft brews, and musical nostalgia on August 24.
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