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Local Infrastructure Investments, School Funding Debates, and Business Growth in Columbus
- 2025/05/08
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Good morning, this is Columbus Local Pulse for Thursday, May 8, 2025.
Big news from Ohio voters as Issue 2 was approved on Tuesday, authorizing $2.5 billion in bonds over the next decade for infrastructure improvements across the state. The Ohio Capital Improvement Program will provide funding for roads, bridges, and other local infrastructure projects without raising taxes, while creating an estimated 35,000 construction jobs.
In local education news, Columbus City Schools held a town hall event where Democratic lawmakers urged parents and community members to advocate for public school funding. This comes as the district faces tough decisions about resource allocation.
A significant business development happened yesterday as DSV celebrated the grand opening of its massive 1.2 million square foot warehouse facility in New Albany. Located at 11555 Briscoe Parkway, the ceremony was attended by New Albany Mayor Sloan Spalding and represents a major investment in what's being called the "Silicon Heartland."
On the public safety front, police have made progress in several cases. Four teenagers were arrested in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred in east Columbus last month. Additionally, a teen accused of shooting at four Columbus police officers while a juvenile has been indicted as an adult.
In Union County, voters approved a 5.5-mill levy for Marysville Schools, while Franklin Township faces firefighter cuts after their levy failed by a narrow margin.
The city is holding a community forum with Columbus police chief candidates as the search continues for new leadership.
Governor DeWine is reportedly ready to veto a bill that would bar Columbus from outlawing flavored cigarettes, signaling a potential clash between state and local authorities on public health policy.
Thousands of protesters gathered at the Ohio Statehouse earlier this week to demonstrate against policies related to public education in Ohio.
For those with green thumbs, Columbus gardeners are getting ready for the busiest planting weekend of the year. The Peach Truck has also announced dozens of tour stops in the Columbus area this summer, so mark your calendars if you're looking forward to fresh Georgia peaches.
Weather-wise, we're looking at highs in the upper 60s today, perfect for getting out to enjoy some of the city's parks, though be aware that a person was killed and another wounded at a northeast Columbus park recently.
For weekend entertainment, remember that the Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival returns to Gahanna June 13-15.
This has been Columbus Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
Big news from Ohio voters as Issue 2 was approved on Tuesday, authorizing $2.5 billion in bonds over the next decade for infrastructure improvements across the state. The Ohio Capital Improvement Program will provide funding for roads, bridges, and other local infrastructure projects without raising taxes, while creating an estimated 35,000 construction jobs.
In local education news, Columbus City Schools held a town hall event where Democratic lawmakers urged parents and community members to advocate for public school funding. This comes as the district faces tough decisions about resource allocation.
A significant business development happened yesterday as DSV celebrated the grand opening of its massive 1.2 million square foot warehouse facility in New Albany. Located at 11555 Briscoe Parkway, the ceremony was attended by New Albany Mayor Sloan Spalding and represents a major investment in what's being called the "Silicon Heartland."
On the public safety front, police have made progress in several cases. Four teenagers were arrested in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred in east Columbus last month. Additionally, a teen accused of shooting at four Columbus police officers while a juvenile has been indicted as an adult.
In Union County, voters approved a 5.5-mill levy for Marysville Schools, while Franklin Township faces firefighter cuts after their levy failed by a narrow margin.
The city is holding a community forum with Columbus police chief candidates as the search continues for new leadership.
Governor DeWine is reportedly ready to veto a bill that would bar Columbus from outlawing flavored cigarettes, signaling a potential clash between state and local authorities on public health policy.
Thousands of protesters gathered at the Ohio Statehouse earlier this week to demonstrate against policies related to public education in Ohio.
For those with green thumbs, Columbus gardeners are getting ready for the busiest planting weekend of the year. The Peach Truck has also announced dozens of tour stops in the Columbus area this summer, so mark your calendars if you're looking forward to fresh Georgia peaches.
Weather-wise, we're looking at highs in the upper 60s today, perfect for getting out to enjoy some of the city's parks, though be aware that a person was killed and another wounded at a northeast Columbus park recently.
For weekend entertainment, remember that the Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival returns to Gahanna June 13-15.
This has been Columbus Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.