🏊 Pool party renovation

Good morning, Westerville. When a renovation transforms a home, it's rarely just about the building itself. Jessica Buss's $2.5 million makeover of her New Albany Country Club residence tells a deeper story—one where an ex-husband's wife becomes the interior designer, creating distinctive spaces from a navy dining room to a mauve office, all centered around a swimming pool that unites the family in ways the former English garden never could.

Mother Nature has her own renovation plans brewing, with severe storms threatening our area overnight into Thursday. The 10TV Weather Impact team has issued alert days for potentially damaging conditions, so keep those weather alerts enabled while sleeping. Meanwhile, Columbus's park enthusiasts are channeling March Madness energy into Metro Parks Madness, where Highbanks, Inniswood, Blendon Woods, and Scioto Audubon have advanced to the semifinals. Cast your vote by Thursday to crown the region's favorite natural treasure.

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☕️ What's Brewing Locally

🏠 A $2.5 million Ohio renovation creates family haven with pool. Jessica Buss, a New York-based CEO, transformed her 9,380-square-foot New Albany Country Club home into a gathering space for her extended family. Working with her ex-husband's wife Stephanie as interior designer, Buss created distinctive spaces including a navy dining room, music room honoring family's love of music, and a mauve "girly" office. The renovation centered around adding a swimming pool visible from every room, replacing the formal English garden that originally occupied the U-shaped rear of the home.

🌪️ Severe storms threaten central Ohio overnight into Thursday. The 10TV Weather Impact team has issued alert days as strong storms could bring damaging winds, flooding, large hail, and isolated tornadoes. Residents should have ways to receive warnings that could wake them if action is needed. With heavy rain already received Sunday and more expected through Saturday, officials are monitoring potential flooding through the weekend. The weather is expected to improve by the end of the weekend, with colder air moving in next week.

🌳 Columbus locals battle in heated Metro Parks bracket showdown. Four fan-favorite parks have advanced to the semifinals in Axios Columbus' Metro Parks Madness competition. Highbanks with its scenic Olentangy River views faces Inniswood's gorgeous gardens, while popular birding destinations Blendon Woods and Scioto Audubon compete in the other semifinal. Readers can vote until 5pm Thursday, with winners announced Friday. Despite a passionate plea from reader Stuart H. highlighting Battelle Darby Creek's diverse features and bison herd, that park was eliminated by Highbanks in the previous round.

Spacious detached senior living condo: # Real Estate Bulletin: Market UpdatePriced at $525,000, this stunning 2-bed detached condo in a 55+ community offers 1,933 SF of beautifully designed space with quartz countertops, fresh paint and low-maintenance living through comprehensive HOA services.

Westerville Gem Near School: $330,000 buys you a charming 3BR/1.5BA Westerville home with hardwood floors and newer roof/HVAC, located steps from South High School and perfectly suited for first-time buyers or empty nesters seeking character with modernization potential.

Lakeside elegance with updates: Priced at $589,900, this elegant Highland Lakes residence boasts 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a first-floor primary suite, natural light-filled great room, and recent updates including a 2024 roof.

🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla

🎭 Apr. 3 - Louis C.K. Comedy Night: Comedy legend Louis C.K. brings his award-winning stand-up to Columbus Funny Bone on April 3! Catch the six-time Emmy winner's razor-sharp humor for one night only at Easton Town Center. 21+ only.

🏄 Apr. 3 - almost monday: Catch California sunshine vibes with almost monday at A&R Music Bar on April 3! This funky indie band brings their ecstatic choruses and infectious energy to Columbus for a night of feel-good music.

🌱 Apr. 4 - Spring Roundup 2025: "Simple, But Not Easy" at the Spring Roundup 2025! Join fellow recovery enthusiasts April 4-6 at Crowne Plaza Columbus North for inspiration, connection, and renewal. Register online for this community-building weekend.

🌼 Apr. 4 - Daisy the Great: Indie pop duo Daisy the Great brings their captivating Ballerina Tour to A&R Music Bar on April 4, 2025. Catch their infectious harmonies and thoughtful lyrics at this intimate Columbus venue.

🎀 Apr. 4 - Press Studio Anniversary Celebration: Celebrate Press Studio's 3rd Anniversary with a ribbon cutting at 10AM followed by an open house until 1PM. Book your future appointment during the festivities and enjoy 15% savings at 20 S State St G, Westerville.

🎸 Apr. 4 - Alan Carl Country Night: Stomp your boots to the authentic sounds of Ohio's own Alan Carl at Fenders on April 4! This powerhouse country performer brings blue-collar spirit to Westerville for just $10 cover.

💃 Apr. 6 - Footloose Theatre Production: "Footloose" kicks into high gear at Otterbein Theatre! Watch Ren challenge small-town rules when he moves from Chicago to a strict farming community. April 6 at Cowan Hall, 30 S Grove St, Westerville.

🏊 Apr. 6 - Westerville Pool Session: Dive into winter at Westerville Community Center's pool session! Splash around from 5:30-7:30pm on April 6 at 350 N Cleveland Ave. Perfect for beating those early spring blues with some indoor aquatic fun.

🙏 In Remembrance

Fred James Milligan Jr.

Frederick James Milligan Jr. ("Fritz"), born August 23, 1942, in Columbus, passed away on March 27, 2025. A self-described "country lawyer" who worked alongside his brother at their family firm, Fritz was known for his thoughtful counsel and attentive listening. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Carol, three children, and three grandchildren who called him "HeyDog." Beyond his legal career, Fritz served on multiple boards, including the Ohio Historical Society where he was legal counsel for 42 years, and lived by the mantra "Every day is precious."

Sandra Wade

Sandra K. Wade, 81, of Westerville, passed away on March 26, 2025, after being born in Bellefontaine, Ohio in 1943. A graduate of Bellefontaine High School and a retiree from Honda, she was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Westerville. Sandy was preceded in death by her eldest son Ted, and is survived by her sons Gregg and Randy, as well as her sister Betty Davis and brother Tom Connole. A memorial service was held on April 1, 2025, followed by burial at Blendon Central Cemetery.