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Columbus Local Pulse: Severe Storms, Tragedy, and Community Spirit
- 2025/05/02
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Good morning, this is Columbus Local Pulse for Friday, May 2nd, 2025. We start our day with a look at the weather. The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for most of Ohio until 7 p.m. today, so if you are headed out, keep umbrellas close and watch for updates. Temperatures will climb toward a high in the upper 70s before things cool down a bit over the weekend.
In breaking news, a community in southeast Columbus is reeling after a tragic incident early Thursday morning. Police responded to an apartment complex on Esquire Drive near Gender and Refugee Road and found three adults dead from gunshot wounds. Authorities are investigating the case as a double murder-suicide. At this point, relationships between the individuals are not clear, but the neighborhood is shaken by the loss. We extend our thoughts to those affected by this tragedy and remind everyone that counseling and support services are available throughout the city for those who need it.
Switching gears to city life, Franklin County buildings closed early yesterday as demonstrators gathered at the Ohio Statehouse, calling attention to public education issues. These peaceful protests are part of the ongoing civic dialogue here in Columbus, showing just how engaged our community remains.
In jobs and economic news, Governor Mike DeWine and Lieutenant Governor Jim Tressel have announced that In-Demand Jobs Week kicks off May 5th. This is a chance for job seekers and students to connect with local opportunities in industries ranging from healthcare and manufacturing to tech. For those navigating the local job market, expect several events throughout the city promoting careers and upskilling.
On the real estate front, Columbus continues to earn accolades, with Condé Nast Traveler naming our city one of the top ten best big cities in the U.S. and AFAR including us on its 2025 “Where to Go” list. Our housing market is seeing moderate growth, with steady demand for both rentals and new homes. This is also attracting new businesses. Recent weeks have seen a handful of independent cafes and shops opening in the Short North and Grandview, while a major retailer has announced plans to expand in Easton.
Culturally, this weekend is packed. The Columbus Museum of Art is hosting a new contemporary exhibit, and Franklin Park Conservatory is in full bloom, making both prime destinations regardless of the weather. There are also live music sets at several downtown venues and family festivals taking place across our parks.
Our schools are in the spotlight, too. Congratulations go out to the Centennial High School robotics team, who clinched first place at the state championships. Meanwhile, the Columbus Crew plays at Lower.com Field tomorrow night, with fans hoping for another home win.
To end on a positive note, we want to highlight a group of volunteers on Parsons Avenue who organized a citywide clean-up last Saturday, gathering over 300 bags of litter from our parks and riverfronts. Their spirit is just another example of the heart in our city.
This has been Columbus Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
In breaking news, a community in southeast Columbus is reeling after a tragic incident early Thursday morning. Police responded to an apartment complex on Esquire Drive near Gender and Refugee Road and found three adults dead from gunshot wounds. Authorities are investigating the case as a double murder-suicide. At this point, relationships between the individuals are not clear, but the neighborhood is shaken by the loss. We extend our thoughts to those affected by this tragedy and remind everyone that counseling and support services are available throughout the city for those who need it.
Switching gears to city life, Franklin County buildings closed early yesterday as demonstrators gathered at the Ohio Statehouse, calling attention to public education issues. These peaceful protests are part of the ongoing civic dialogue here in Columbus, showing just how engaged our community remains.
In jobs and economic news, Governor Mike DeWine and Lieutenant Governor Jim Tressel have announced that In-Demand Jobs Week kicks off May 5th. This is a chance for job seekers and students to connect with local opportunities in industries ranging from healthcare and manufacturing to tech. For those navigating the local job market, expect several events throughout the city promoting careers and upskilling.
On the real estate front, Columbus continues to earn accolades, with Condé Nast Traveler naming our city one of the top ten best big cities in the U.S. and AFAR including us on its 2025 “Where to Go” list. Our housing market is seeing moderate growth, with steady demand for both rentals and new homes. This is also attracting new businesses. Recent weeks have seen a handful of independent cafes and shops opening in the Short North and Grandview, while a major retailer has announced plans to expand in Easton.
Culturally, this weekend is packed. The Columbus Museum of Art is hosting a new contemporary exhibit, and Franklin Park Conservatory is in full bloom, making both prime destinations regardless of the weather. There are also live music sets at several downtown venues and family festivals taking place across our parks.
Our schools are in the spotlight, too. Congratulations go out to the Centennial High School robotics team, who clinched first place at the state championships. Meanwhile, the Columbus Crew plays at Lower.com Field tomorrow night, with fans hoping for another home win.
To end on a positive note, we want to highlight a group of volunteers on Parsons Avenue who organized a citywide clean-up last Saturday, gathering over 300 bags of litter from our parks and riverfronts. Their spirit is just another example of the heart in our city.
This has been Columbus Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.