Philco Bar+Diner is headed to the village. PB+D has become the go-to diner in the Short North since they opened in 2013, and now they're bringing that hipster-fueled breakfast spread to German Village. Philco will take over 281 E Livingston Ave, the former home of Happy Dragon. The menu will remain mostly the same, with…

When Metro Parks first announced Quarry Trails Metro Park last year, everyone was pretty hyped. Now, we've got even more to be excited about: 118 acres more to be exact. Columbus & Franklin County Metro Parks closed on the land, adding it to the 62 acres purchased last year. The 600+ acre quarry was…

Coinciding with the summer solstice, the John Glenn Astronomy Park (JGAP) will open to the public this weekend. The John Glenn Observatory and Astronomy Park, named after the late local hero and famed NASA Astronaut Sen. John Glenn, will feature a designated space for stargazing as well as a telescope for Ohio State University researchers.…

PENZONE Salon + Spa just opened in Dublin three weeks ago and now they're ready to join the Short North community. Castle Development in the Short North will be the home to the new PENZONE Salon + Spa. The spa will open at 967 N. High St. in the new Castle Development. The 3,000 square foot…

Metro Parks will open a new, 150-acre property north of Blendon Woods later this year. via Metro Parks The land is beautiful with deep ravines running to Big Walnut Creek and cliffs 100 feet tall. Although there isn't a set date for the opening of the park, there aren't many changes that will be made.…

Are you always looking for ways to satisfy that never-ending sweet tooth? via GIPHY On Friday, February 2, It'Sugar will open their doors at Easton Town Center. The new shop is located in Easton Station Building on the first level. According to Easton, It'Sugar is "a trendy sweets shop where you'll experience an unpredictable sense…

Say goodbye to flat hair, Short Northers. The Blowout Bar is coming your way. If you don't know what The Blowout Bar is, then I can honestly say that you're missing out. This hair salon includes all of the best things about getting your hair done, a gentle and relaxing shampoo, a nice, warm blow-out,…

Over the past few days, you've probably heard the rumors: Northeast Ohio's favorite burger joint, Swensons Drive-In, may be headed to Columbus. Of course, it's a rumor that's been whispered before, but this time, something may actually come of it. The question I found myself asking is not when or where, but rather why? Why…

It's no secret that The Ohio State University likes to be the best at what they do. Naturally, that also applies to their medical school. The university announced that they plan to take a big step forward, developing a new hospital and ambulatory center. The new facility will provide new and cutting-edge research, clinical training,…

In a partnership with the Columbus Blue Jackets, Pins Mechanical Co. is opening a new party space at Nationwide Arena. The Pins Party Tower is the result of a multi-year contract between the Columbus Blue Jackets and Pins Mechanical Co. The tower is made up of three suites and has all of the fun you'd…