Good morning, Westerville. Buckeye fever is spreading beyond campus as Ohio State's first off-campus Team Shop prepares to open at 15th and High. The new retail space, soft-launching May 31, aims to prove OSU gear isn't just for game days—with lifestyle apparel from brands like Champion and Nike tempting curious passersby even before doors officially open. Meanwhile, a groundbreaking scientist in our midst is making global waves, as engineer Liang-Shi Fan receives the inaugural Agostini Prize for his revolutionary chemical looping technology that could transform how we generate clean energy.
Amid the luxury homes and manicured landscapes of Dublin—one of Ohio's wealthiest suburbs—an affordable housing development may soon take root. Though details remain limited, the proposal represents a significant step toward economic diversity in our region. It's part of a broader housing expansion throughout Columbus, with similar projects emerging in communities from New Albany to Whitehall, potentially reshaping neighborhood accessibility across Central Ohio.
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🏈 Ohio State's first off-campus Team Shop opens on 15th and High. The new store, soft-opening May 31 with a grand opening planned for August, will offer everyday Buckeye apparel beyond traditional game day merchandise. Located near the Union, it will feature brands like Champion and Nike while focusing on lifestyle wear including sweatshirts, polos, and even President Carter's letterman jacket. The shop aims to prove Ohio State gear isn't just for game days, with store manager Alexis Shoemaker noting significant interest from passersby even before doors officially open. Operated by Legends, the store joins other campus retail locations at athletic venues.
🔬 Ohio engineer wins first-ever Agostini Prize for groundbreaking work. Liang-Shi Fan received the prestigious award for his innovative chemical looping research, which generates electricity from fossil fuels without releasing carbon dioxide. Named after Nobel Prize winner Pierre Agostini, the award recognizes Fan's contributions to clean energy technology that could reshape sustainable practices. Fan's pioneering work has earned him over 100 global awards across academia, government, and industry as he continues to mentor future scientists. The chemical engineering professor is working with energy company Babcock & Wilcox to commercialize his breakthrough technology.
🏠 Dublin may get affordable housing in one of Ohio's wealthiest suburbs. The proposed development would bring much-needed economic diversity to the affluent Central Ohio city. While details about the project's size and timeline remain limited, it represents a significant step toward addressing housing accessibility in the region. The proposal comes amid several other housing developments throughout the Columbus area, including projects in New Albany, Whitehall, and the Big Darby area.
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