Union County • August 1, 2025
Good morning, Union County. The aroma of fresh-baked bread will soon waft through Marysville as Potbelly breaks ground at Coleman's Crossing Boulevard. This sandwich shop expansion is more than just a new lunch option—it's part of a larger development bringing multiple retail spaces to the 1.38-acre site, with Royal Restaurant Group planning 14 additional Potbelly locations across Central Ohio in the coming years.
Green-thumbed residents have a date to circle on their calendars as the 21st Annual Plant Sale relocates to the Union County Services Center on August 9th. Meanwhile, just a county away, Franklin County's Soberfest enters its 13th year of proving that memorable celebrations don't require alcohol. The August 31st festival at Hilliard fairgrounds will feature everything from live music to family activities—showing that sobriety and good times make perfect companions.
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🥪 Potbelly breaks ground in Marysville, bringing fresh sandwich options soon. The new location at 755 Coleman's Crossing Blvd will anchor a multi-unit commercial building developed by OLIO Development Group and operated by Royal Restaurant Group. Set to open in late 2025, the shop will feature the cozy neighborhood vibe Potbelly is known for while offering modern conveniences like pickup options. The 1.38-acre development will include two additional retail spaces available for lease, one with a drive-thru option. This expansion is part of Royal Restaurant Group's larger plan to add 14 more Potbelly locations across Central Ohio.
🌱 Green thumbs unite for Union County's 21st Annual Plant Sale. Master Gardeners are moving the popular event to the Union County Services Center on August 9th, running from 8 a.m. to noon. Shoppers will find an extensive selection including perennials, native species, trees, and new additions of succulents and houseplants—all at affordable prices. The plants are personally grown by Master Gardeners, with proceeds supporting local environmental projects throughout Union County. The non-profit organization promotes research-based gardening practices in partnership with The Ohio State University Extension.
🥤 Soberfest brings alcohol-free fun to Franklin County next month. The August 31 festival at the Hilliard fairgrounds celebrates its 13th year of showing that sobriety and entertainment can go hand-in-hand. Attendees can enjoy live music, food trucks, family activities, and access to sobriety resources throughout the day-long event. Founded by someone in recovery who missed the social aspects of music and parties, Soberfest aims to demonstrate that people can have memorable experiences without alcohol. The festival runs from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., creating a supportive environment for those new to or established in sobriety.
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