Good morning, Westerville. In Dublin, a remarkable transformation is underway that goes beyond bricks and mortar. The "Families Flourish" program (formerly Move to Prosper) has become a lifeline for 100 low-income families, helping them secure stable housing in better neighborhoods while providing crucial life coaching. The results speak volumes: participants have seen an average 58% income increase alongside improved mental health, though rising rents now threaten this vital initiative.
The Dublin area is buzzing with other developments too. Bridge's End Brewing Co. has opened its doors in Shawnee Hills, offering European-inspired beers and upscale dining in a spacious 9,000-square-foot venue perfect for both beer enthusiasts and foodies alike. Meanwhile, Ohio's conservation success story continues as hunters bagged over 16,000 wild turkeys this spring—a remarkable comeback for a species once completely eliminated from the state in the early 1900s.
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🏠 Dublin program transforms lives by tackling housing insecurity. Move to Prosper, now called Families Flourish, helps low-income families secure stable housing in better neighborhoods through rental assistance and life coaching. The program has expanded from 10 to 100 families, with participants seeing an average 58% income increase and improved mental health. Tehani Mesa-Morales exemplifies this success, raising her salary to $75,000 while providing stability for her family in a Dublin townhouse. However, rising rents and limited affordable housing supply now threaten the program's ability to help more families escape housing instability.
🍺 Dublin's newest brewery serves up European-inspired beers and upscale eats. Bridge's End Brewing Co., owned by former surgeon Bill Schirmer, opened on May 21 in Shawnee Hills after 30+ years of home brewing. The spacious 9,000-square-foot venue offers 10 draft beers (mostly 5-6% ABV), craft cocktails, and wines alongside a substantial food menu of salads, pizzas, and sandwiches. Visitors can enjoy the seamless indoor-outdoor space featuring a double-sided fireplace, leather couches, and numerous TVs for sports fans. The brewery is open Tuesday through Sunday, with extended hours on weekends.
🦃 Ohio hunters bagged over 16,000 wild turkeys this spring season. The 2025 harvest represents a slight increase from last year's 15,535 birds and exceeds the three-year average of 14,361. Ashtabula County led with 516 turkeys taken, while adult males comprised 81% of the total harvest. The Division of Wildlife has expanded its research efforts, tracking nearly 250 hens with GPS transmitters over three years to better understand turkey movement and nesting habits. This research builds on successful conservation efforts that began in the 1950s after wild turkeys were completely eliminated from Ohio in the early 1900s.
🎤 Featured Event of the Week
Westerville Pride Festival
Where: Birdie Books, 74 N State St, Westerville, OH
When: Jun 7
🌈 Westerville's vibrant celebration of LGBTQ+ pride returns with the Annual Pride Fest on June 7th! The festivities will take place from 5-8pm in the parking lot at the corner of State St and East Home St, hosted by the Westerville Queer Collective. Attendees can look forward to a community-centered evening featuring local food trucks and vendors celebrating both queer identity and local businesses. This family-friendly event embodies the festival's motto of "celebrate queer, celebrate local" while bringing together the Westerville community in a colorful display of inclusion and pride.
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
New Ranch Hoover Dam Gem: Priced at $550,000, this newly built 3-bedroom ranch in Westerville Schools features Columbus taxes, LVP flooring, open concept with granite kitchen, fenced yard, and unfinished basement with bathroom rough-ins near Hoover Dam.
Double lot humble cozy deal: A two-bedroom home in Westerville Estates is on the market for $39,900. The property sits on a double lot with two sheds, and the motivated seller is including all appliances in the sale.
Spacious luxury with home office: Priced at $410,000, this spacious two-story home boasts 2,300 sq. ft. with a home office, fully equipped kitchen, cozy Great Room, luxurious Primary Suite, and access to resort-style community amenities.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
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