Our initial attempt at All Access… not an unqualified success. Technical difficulties delayed our start. An unpredictable phone, that posted seemingly when it wanted it to, delayed our updates… Updates which were ultimately concluded when the phone died… Hopefully, we will work out the kinks for our next All-Access attempt… (Who knows when that attempt will occur).
I still cannot appreciate or comprehend what a late city Columbus is… I understand in the spring and summer, as classes ease and weather warms, late is a relative term… However, prior to moving to this city, late in my experience was people who arrived at a venue in primetime and went to sleep with Carson Daly. In Columbus, they arrive during Jay Leno and they go to sleep with Joe Scarborough.
Amidst my frustrated arrival (thank you technical difficulties and cross town traffic), I was immediately impressed with Lodge Bar’s transformation… It’s not like Lodge Bar hasn’t thrown a theme party previously and they always craft the appropriate atmosphere… With that said, this experience was truly unique… Gorgeous white snow on the windows… Crushed ice blue and snow on the tables… You were in a crystal paradise… The reinvention was exquisite…
Equally exquisite (and I must admit my personal bias for my own company here), was the combination of cards, circulars, and signs, which touted Gossip CBUS… While I mentioned hanging and twittering were mutually exclusive and they were… I caught myself, when I was finished looking at various sections of the venue where I had placed signs… I don’t care how much prestige one acquires in their lifetime… There remains a certain burst of pride when you observe someone reading the material, about you, which you just distributed… (I don’t know if the evening pays off in traffic focus, but I know the pride felt at these moments made the evening worth every effort)…
As the crowd trickled into Lodge Bar (it still was around 7:30 at this time, hours before the rush would ensue), the morsels of absurdity, which make great stories were present. The intriguing conversations, which make great stories were present… Notably on both these fronts were an occurrence and conversation I had within a sixty-minute timeframe… The conversation, involving a bouncer, focused on why the city is so late arriving… It was a great discussion, which concluded with his opinion of the city likes to pregame at home, with beer, which wont cost them anything (although that logic escapes me, because the beer cost them something at some point, right?)
The occurrence, involving the same bouncer, focused on two random heifers, one of which forgot her identification, one of which may have been underage, both claiming to be with the band that was set to perform within the hour… It turns out; they were with the band, although not in the we make music sense… They were groupies… I don’t know how they managed to score entrance, but several times, during the performance, I noticed them sitting, drinking nothing, not even water, watching the band… And let’s just say the band’s performance was as ugly as they were…
Despite a band best suited for a set of earplugs, instead of the stage at Lodge Bar, the crowd continued to be consistent… They were not imposing… They were not impressive… The crowd ebbed and flowed… At times, they looked on the precipice of providing the energy I expect at Lodge Bar… At other times, they made me wondering why I couldn’t just go home (and then I would remember, we were the co-sponsors of the event)…
As the trivia (which you could have won, if you were following our twitter) commenced, the crowd remained middling… When Mad River started hanging out (more like tossing out) prizes, the crowd didn’t intensify, but their energy increased exponentially… I couldn’t understand it… Miller Lite’s prize was a sick snowboard… There were Mad River passes, Pocono ski passes… These were amazing prizes… As I looked at the dozen people cramming themselves into a half-dozen foot space, I couldn’t fathom how this event, which I had promoted and Lodge had promoted, could feel (maybe not actually be, but just feel) under whelming… Then, another hour passed and I remembered a lesson I should never forget…
I was standing to the left of the stage, on the stairs leading to the upper bar, when the “Cupid Shuffle” began to play… Suddenly, I had an appreciation for reality… In less than sixty minutes, Columbus’ late arriving nature, had transformed the crowd from middling to monstrous… The dance floor was crammed with four dozen people, all stepping in unified rhythm to the overplayed anthem… Speaking of overplayed anthems… “Single Ladies” followed and the obviously single for a reason ladies ate it up…
And while we are on the subject of things the ladies ate up, I must mention the Brian Collins Band (not so much a band as a duet between a drummer and solo guitarist)… I could gush about their diverse and impressive set list… I could gush about their musical skill… But neither, as spectacular as they were, made this band… What made this duo is, in a word, showmanship… The trait that separates every band worth watching a second time, from those other bands, who you wish you hadn’t seen the first time…
The Atlanta tandem (yes, that’s Atlanta, Georgia, a state which knows a lot about Big Ten football) interacted beautifully with the crowd, notably two drunken bunnies, who took turns scoring their fifteen minutes of intoxicated stardom… Collins didn’t allow the show to become a complete farce… He managed the inebriated bunny… He worked her like a marionette… The height of the comedy was an exchange between the two, which was laced with sexual innuendo (and only half of it facetious)…
Overall, Snowed Inn, this company’s first endeavor in the event world, was successful… Was it perfect… Not even close… Did the crowd rival what we will see next weekend… Not even close… Still, it was a success, in the sense that two entities, both of which are competitive, but never combative… Forged an alliance, which, while not exclusive will hopefully last for years to come…
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Five Hundred
Who would have thought in less than three months, we would see Chris Wells bolt, Skye Bar collapse, South Campus struggle, George Voinovich turn politics inside out, and Gossip CBUS hold our first event and rack five hundred posts… You made it possible Columbus! Keep reading and keep e-mailing… You never know what might happen next…
Friday, February 27, 2009
Obama Saves, Will See Through Police Recruits
NBC 4: Police sources told NBC 4 President Barack Obama will attend next week’s CPD police recruit graduation ceremony. The 27 recruits gained nationwide attention while Obama promoted his federal stimulus plan. Obama mentioned the local class specifically several times.
The city announced the recruits’ layoffs last month. The recruits were reinstated Wednesday when Mayor Michael Coleman said $1.25 million in stimulus monies would pay their salaries through the end of 2009. The recruit class was scheduled tentatively to graduate Friday, March 6.
The 27 recruits were officially sworn in Friday morning, according to FOP President Jim Gilbert. They will be able to carry their badges and weapons during the ceremony. Gilbert said the recruits will attend refresher classes at the academy next week since they’ve been away for three weeks.
The city announced the recruits’ layoffs last month. The recruits were reinstated Wednesday when Mayor Michael Coleman said $1.25 million in stimulus monies would pay their salaries through the end of 2009. The recruit class was scheduled tentatively to graduate Friday, March 6.
The 27 recruits were officially sworn in Friday morning, according to FOP President Jim Gilbert. They will be able to carry their badges and weapons during the ceremony. Gilbert said the recruits will attend refresher classes at the academy next week since they’ve been away for three weeks.
INVITE: Music in the Round
Commencement: 5:30Venue: Spice Bar (491 Park Street)
Cost: $30 (individual); $55 (couple)
Performances
Chris Burney
Matt Monta
RJ Cowdry
Proceeds Benefit
Transit Arts
INVITE: Dance with the Dancers Bootleg Bash
Commencement: 7:00Conclusion: 11:00
Venue: DSW Home Office (810 DSW Drive)
Cost: $125
Reservations: 586-8671 (Barbara Markus)
Food & Open Bar
Live & Silent Auctions
Auction Items Include
Cancun Vacation Package
Las Vegas Vacation Package
Vail Vacation Package
Ballerina Birthday Party
Easton Shopping Spree
Golf Ticket Packages
Performances
BalletMet Company Dancers
Mark Dantzer
The Great Gatsby Ballet
F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic American novel of extravagance and deception during the height of Prohibition comes to life in the world premiere The Great Gatsby, choreographed by BalletMet dancer and Princess Grace Award winner Jimmy Orrante. The opulent production runs April 24 through May 3 at the Capitol Theatre.
BalletMet Columbus
Since its start in 1978, BalletMet has garnered international recognition through its diverse repertoire, touring and educational programs and commitment to new works and ranks among the nation’s 15 largest dance companies. It has also developed DanceReach, a series of educational and outreach programs that serve 30,000 people annually, as well as a scholarship program that provides tuition for youth based on financial need or talent.
Co-Sponsors
DSW
Ernst & Young
Hamilton Capital Management
INVITE: Wheels For Kelly
Commencement: 5:00
Venue: Medallion Club (5000 Club Drive - Westerville)
Cost: $25 (Dinner Included)
Appearances
Cabot Rea (NBC 4)
Mark Stier (Former Ohio State Co-Captain)
Performance (5 – 6:30 p.m.)
Pay Dirt
Silent Auction Items Include
Put-in-Bay Waterfront House Weekend (8 People – Bikes & Kayaks included)
Blue Jackets Tickets
Ohio State Basketball Tickets
Archie Griffin Print (Autographed & Framed)
James Laurinaitis Print (Autographed & Framed)
Mike Nugent Miniature Helmet (Autographed)
Brian Robiskie Jersey (Autographed)
Jim Tressel Vest (Autographed & Framed)
Chris Wells Miniature Helmet (Autographed)
Ohio State Football (Autographed)
Steve Mason Puck (Autographed)
Rick Nash Puck (Autographed)
Blue Jackets Hockey Stick (Autographed)
Blue Jackets JHM Hat (Autographed)
Medallion Club Package
New Albany Golf Club Package
Funny Bone Comedy Club Tickets
Salon & Spa Packages
Shadowbox Balcony Tickets
Westerville Symphony Tickets
Venue: Medallion Club (5000 Club Drive - Westerville)
Cost: $25 (Dinner Included)
Appearances
Cabot Rea (NBC 4)
Mark Stier (Former Ohio State Co-Captain)
Performance (5 – 6:30 p.m.)
Pay Dirt
Silent Auction Items Include
Put-in-Bay Waterfront House Weekend (8 People – Bikes & Kayaks included)
Blue Jackets Tickets
Ohio State Basketball Tickets
Archie Griffin Print (Autographed & Framed)
James Laurinaitis Print (Autographed & Framed)
Mike Nugent Miniature Helmet (Autographed)
Brian Robiskie Jersey (Autographed)
Jim Tressel Vest (Autographed & Framed)
Chris Wells Miniature Helmet (Autographed)
Ohio State Football (Autographed)
Steve Mason Puck (Autographed)
Rick Nash Puck (Autographed)
Blue Jackets Hockey Stick (Autographed)
Blue Jackets JHM Hat (Autographed)
Medallion Club Package
New Albany Golf Club Package
Funny Bone Comedy Club Tickets
Salon & Spa Packages
Shadowbox Balcony Tickets
Westerville Symphony Tickets
Wheels For Kelly
The fundraiser is the culmination of a community service initiative taken on by the Westerville North Girls' Lacrosse Club. When school started in the fall, Coach Richard Case got together with the returning players and said that he wanted to do some sort of community service. After brainstorming many very valid causes and needs, we decided to help the Hanlin family purchase a new wheelchair-lift-equipped van.
Their current van has well over 100,000 miles on it and has had several major repairs, and is in need of several more. It is important to note that the Hanlin never asked us to help them - we sought them out as being a cause that we could rally behind. As athletes, we have opportunities which, unfortunately, Kelly will never be able to personally experience and we thought this would e a very rewarding endeavor for all of us.
What makes this fundraising effort unique is that it is almost entirely student led. Five senior players (Casey Flynn, Monica Craigmile, Caitlin McKenzie, Sam Bahan, and Sam Powell) have served as co-chairpersons for all the events, and have donated well over a hundred hours each to this effort. It has been their show, so to speak, and they have exceeded all expectations.
Our initial goal was $5,000, and we had no real idea how we would raise that much money. However, after setting up several donation tables at North sporting events and sending out a letter to all Westerville City Schools staff, word spread and we soon had raised $6,500. When we hit the $8,000 mark, we decided that we would try to purchase the whole van for the Hanlins - a goal of $40,000.
Working toward that goal, we have run concessions at the Holiday Expo at North, talked to Westerville Rotary, the WCS School Board, and various other schools groups. We sent letters to all Westerville Chamber of Commerce businesses, and solicited for item donations at Polaris, Easton, Westerville Uptown, and many other places. The girls also put on a bowl-a-thon last month that raised about $10,000.
Currently, we stand at about $25,000, and we hope to reach our goal of $40,000 by the end of the night Saturday.
Their current van has well over 100,000 miles on it and has had several major repairs, and is in need of several more. It is important to note that the Hanlin never asked us to help them - we sought them out as being a cause that we could rally behind. As athletes, we have opportunities which, unfortunately, Kelly will never be able to personally experience and we thought this would e a very rewarding endeavor for all of us.
What makes this fundraising effort unique is that it is almost entirely student led. Five senior players (Casey Flynn, Monica Craigmile, Caitlin McKenzie, Sam Bahan, and Sam Powell) have served as co-chairpersons for all the events, and have donated well over a hundred hours each to this effort. It has been their show, so to speak, and they have exceeded all expectations.
Our initial goal was $5,000, and we had no real idea how we would raise that much money. However, after setting up several donation tables at North sporting events and sending out a letter to all Westerville City Schools staff, word spread and we soon had raised $6,500. When we hit the $8,000 mark, we decided that we would try to purchase the whole van for the Hanlins - a goal of $40,000.
Working toward that goal, we have run concessions at the Holiday Expo at North, talked to Westerville Rotary, the WCS School Board, and various other schools groups. We sent letters to all Westerville Chamber of Commerce businesses, and solicited for item donations at Polaris, Easton, Westerville Uptown, and many other places. The girls also put on a bowl-a-thon last month that raised about $10,000.
Currently, we stand at about $25,000, and we hope to reach our goal of $40,000 by the end of the night Saturday.
Quick Read
I watched Mayor Coleman’s “State of the City” speech last night… As I read Robert Vitale’s recount this morning, I had only one thought… which was more boring?
Joe Hallet (metro) finally breaks some news concerning additional candidates in the 2010 Senate race, but inexplicably the story is buried on B3… Bob Hunter (sports) writes a column on the Clippers move, that barely discussed the Clippers move… And Scott Priestle (sports) exquisitely demonstrated why the Dispatch should only cover Buckeyes football… Referring to Albert Haynesworth as past his prime? Seriously?
Joe Hallet (metro) finally breaks some news concerning additional candidates in the 2010 Senate race, but inexplicably the story is buried on B3… Bob Hunter (sports) writes a column on the Clippers move, that barely discussed the Clippers move… And Scott Priestle (sports) exquisitely demonstrated why the Dispatch should only cover Buckeyes football… Referring to Albert Haynesworth as past his prime? Seriously?
Thursday, February 26, 2009
INVITE: Snowed Inn
Commencement: 5:00Venue: Lodge Bar (Arena District)
Ski Passes & Lift Tickets Contest
Drinks (Available All Night)
$2 Coors Light
Drinks (Available 5 – 9 p.m.)
$3 you call it drinks
$2 martinis
$1.50 Domestic Pitchers (32 ounces)
$1 wells
Co-Sponsors
Gossip CBUS
Mad River Mountain
Coleman Preaches Faith & Partial Solutions
10 TV: Stimulus money flowing into the city will ensure public safety and job training, but the funds will not provide a quick fix for all problems, Mayor Michael Coleman said during his State of the City address on Thursday night.
Coleman gave the speech from newly-renovated East High School. "These stimulus dollars are important, but they will not address our long-term budget difficulties," Coleman said. "To solve that problem we must execute a three-part plan that focuses on jobs, reform and revenue."
Coleman said he will continue to work to create jobs in the city. He said some money will be allocated to help the youth find work during the summer. The city stands to receive $6 million through the Central Ohio Workforce Council, and half of that money will be used to hire 2,500 young people this summer. Coleman believes the investment will help young people as well as the city. "We've got to give our young people a chance to do something constructive during the summer months, rather than standing around on a street corner," Coleman said.
The remaining $3 million will be used to train the unemployed and help them find jobs. Coleman said the city can no longer afford to keep cutting the budget. $100 million has already been trimmed and the city is facing another $50 million deficit by the year 2010.
Despite a sagging economy, Coleman said he still has faith that Columbus will pull through. "Even in these difficult times, the state of our city is strong," Coleman said. "I say this not because I am expected to, but because our strength is reflected in our greatest asset, our people."
Coleman gave the speech from newly-renovated East High School. "These stimulus dollars are important, but they will not address our long-term budget difficulties," Coleman said. "To solve that problem we must execute a three-part plan that focuses on jobs, reform and revenue."
Coleman said he will continue to work to create jobs in the city. He said some money will be allocated to help the youth find work during the summer. The city stands to receive $6 million through the Central Ohio Workforce Council, and half of that money will be used to hire 2,500 young people this summer. Coleman believes the investment will help young people as well as the city. "We've got to give our young people a chance to do something constructive during the summer months, rather than standing around on a street corner," Coleman said.
The remaining $3 million will be used to train the unemployed and help them find jobs. Coleman said the city can no longer afford to keep cutting the budget. $100 million has already been trimmed and the city is facing another $50 million deficit by the year 2010.
Despite a sagging economy, Coleman said he still has faith that Columbus will pull through. "Even in these difficult times, the state of our city is strong," Coleman said. "I say this not because I am expected to, but because our strength is reflected in our greatest asset, our people."
Brody Jenner
A Sugar Bar major event announcement… (This will rerun twice, separately in the coming days… still, you may want to mark you calendar)…
Brody Jenner (March 5): The “Bromance” and “Hills” star will appear. Dr. Moejoe will also showcase their spring collection. 19 and over.
Brody Jenner (March 5): The “Bromance” and “Hills” star will appear. Dr. Moejoe will also showcase their spring collection. 19 and over.
INVITE: OSU Greek Guest Bartending Competition Semi-Finals
Commencement: 10:00Venue: Lodge Bar (Arena District)
Cover: $2
Thursday’s Paring: Pi Beta Phi vs. Sigma Alpha Mu
Drinks (Available All Night)
$2 Budweiser (16 ounces)
$2 Bud Light (16 ounces)
$2 Three Olive Bombs
$1 Washington Apple Shots
Synopsis
The Lodge Bar Guest Bartender Competition pairs 4 sororities and 4 fraternities involved in a single elimination tournament. 2 houses will face off each week in an attendance-based competition to see who can bring the largest crowd. Invite everyone you know to support you! There will be a sheet at the door where guests will sign in, marking who they came to see. Whoever brings the most people will advance to the next round until we have a winner.
CPD, DEA Halt Westside Heroin House
NBC 4: Several law-enforcement agencies, including DEA agents, raided a West Side restaurant as part of a six-month investigation Thursday morning. Teams of federal, state and local law-enforcement agents arrested 18 people charged in a federal indictment with distributing heroin. The investigation was called “Operation Mexican Asphalt.”
The investigation centered around El Cora, a Mexican restaurant, on West Broad Street. El Cora is housed in the Westland Mall and owned by David Gonzalez Rendon. Rendon, of Hilliard, was charged with conspiracy and possession with intent to distribute heroin.
Rendon was arrested for allegedly running the operation, where dealers would allegedly buy their heroin at the restaurant and then sell it on the street. The DEA said it believes the restaurant was responsible for much of the area’s heroin trafficking.
Teams of law enforcement agents executed search warrants at 11 Franklin County locations in connection with the investigation. All 18 defendants were charged with conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute heroin, which is punishable by up to 20 years imprisonment.
Seven of the defendants are charged with possession with intent to distribute more than 100 grams of heroin. This crime is punishable by at least 5 and up to 40 years imprisonment. Those seven included Rendon, Diaz, Velaquez, John Doe No. 1, John Doe No. 2, John Doe No. 3 and Silva. Officials said the operation is believed to have made between $5 million and $7 million per year.
The investigation centered around El Cora, a Mexican restaurant, on West Broad Street. El Cora is housed in the Westland Mall and owned by David Gonzalez Rendon. Rendon, of Hilliard, was charged with conspiracy and possession with intent to distribute heroin.
Rendon was arrested for allegedly running the operation, where dealers would allegedly buy their heroin at the restaurant and then sell it on the street. The DEA said it believes the restaurant was responsible for much of the area’s heroin trafficking.
Teams of law enforcement agents executed search warrants at 11 Franklin County locations in connection with the investigation. All 18 defendants were charged with conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute heroin, which is punishable by up to 20 years imprisonment.
Seven of the defendants are charged with possession with intent to distribute more than 100 grams of heroin. This crime is punishable by at least 5 and up to 40 years imprisonment. Those seven included Rendon, Diaz, Velaquez, John Doe No. 1, John Doe No. 2, John Doe No. 3 and Silva. Officials said the operation is believed to have made between $5 million and $7 million per year.
Quick Read
Whereas John Futty’s story on the saving of Columbus latest class of police recruits should have led today’s edition, Robert Vitale did lead today’s edition with a story about how Mayor Coleman’s “State of the City” address will lack ambition… I don’t know about that… Dismantling a 19-year-old building and using economic stimulus money to turn it into a park, even though it won’t stimulate the economy… I’d say that’s ambitious…
Margaret Harding’s front-page feature on college graduates lacking job prospects was excellent… Equally excellent, Mark Frenchick’s feature on the Scioto reconstruction (which will bring business to a gorgeous section of the city)…
James Nash’s story on another potential gaming ballot initiative story is solid… Unfortunately, Bruce Cadwallander’s story on controversial judicial appointments, doesn’t do enough to explain the controversy… A final word about Metro (and Catholics, please save your e-mails)… Lent is not news… It had no business as the metro lead…
Rob Oller’s feature about the NFL combine was ridiculous… Another in the collection of columns written by every other reporter in the country, every year… Also ridiculous (and useless) was Amy Saunders’ feature on what to wear for interviews (Life and Arts)… In these difficult economic times… If a qualified person walks into a company, they should he be hired… Even if they are wearing a potato sack…
Margaret Harding’s front-page feature on college graduates lacking job prospects was excellent… Equally excellent, Mark Frenchick’s feature on the Scioto reconstruction (which will bring business to a gorgeous section of the city)…
James Nash’s story on another potential gaming ballot initiative story is solid… Unfortunately, Bruce Cadwallander’s story on controversial judicial appointments, doesn’t do enough to explain the controversy… A final word about Metro (and Catholics, please save your e-mails)… Lent is not news… It had no business as the metro lead…
Rob Oller’s feature about the NFL combine was ridiculous… Another in the collection of columns written by every other reporter in the country, every year… Also ridiculous (and useless) was Amy Saunders’ feature on what to wear for interviews (Life and Arts)… In these difficult economic times… If a qualified person walks into a company, they should he be hired… Even if they are wearing a potato sack…
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Wexner Center Presents Siren
Siren, a whirling, spinning spectacle of sound and light, will be presented at the Wexner Center Thursday–Saturday, February 26–28 at 8 pm.
The sound installation, by British composer and artist Ray Lee, is comprised of tall metal tripods rigged with rotating arms, each equipped with a pair of tone generators and two LED lights. These individually tuned sirens emit pulsing drones while the illuminated tips trace fiery patterns in rapidly circling trajectories; as the hour-long program progresses, seemingly infiinte layers of complex harmonies build on each other, while the audience is invited to walk through and among the tripods.
Siren produces alarming sounds for alarming times: hypnotically intense but also strangely soothing, like a celestial choir of harmonic overtones. The electrifying environment immerses the viewer in an alluring spell of unique sonic and visual delight.
Click here for a podcast featuring Chuck Helm, the Wexner Center’s director of performing arts, discussing Lee’s work; a video can be viewed here.
The sound installation, by British composer and artist Ray Lee, is comprised of tall metal tripods rigged with rotating arms, each equipped with a pair of tone generators and two LED lights. These individually tuned sirens emit pulsing drones while the illuminated tips trace fiery patterns in rapidly circling trajectories; as the hour-long program progresses, seemingly infiinte layers of complex harmonies build on each other, while the audience is invited to walk through and among the tripods.
Siren produces alarming sounds for alarming times: hypnotically intense but also strangely soothing, like a celestial choir of harmonic overtones. The electrifying environment immerses the viewer in an alluring spell of unique sonic and visual delight.
Click here for a podcast featuring Chuck Helm, the Wexner Center’s director of performing arts, discussing Lee’s work; a video can be viewed here.
INVITE: Blessed Label Fashion Show
Commencement: 10:00Venue: Sugar Bar (525 Park Street)
Age Range: Male (21 and over); Female (19 and over)
VIP Access: Text (406-3072)
Blessed Label Fashion Show
Drinks (Available All Night)
$3 martinis
$2 Bombs
$1 Wells
INVITE: Eighties Prom
“Revisit When Life Was Easy, Fun, Cheap, & We All Looked 12”Commencement: 10:00
Venue: Due Amici (67 East Gay Street)
King & Queen Contest
Photo Shoot
The Never Normal
Officially, neither one of these make our violent crime count, because no violence actually occurred… But, think about this… The vast majority of us utilize a bank everyday… The vast majority of us visit a school everyday… And these two incidents occurred at a bank and a school… Anyone else nervous right now?
10 TV: Fifth Third Bank, located at 1960 N. High St., was robbed at about 1:20 p.m., police said. According to investigators, a man wearing a hooded sweatshirt that read "Centerville Football" was in line at the bank when a teller looked up. The teller was about to ask the man if he knew some friends of his from Centerville when the man handed him a note that said he had a gun and was robbing the bank. After the teller gave the robber money, police said that the robber fled the bank. The robber is in his 30s or 40s, and is 5 feet 9 inches tall with a medium build. He also has dark hair and a mustache. Police said he was wearing prescription glasses, the black-hooded Centerville football sweatshirt, jeans and dark shoes. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Columbus Police Robbery Squad at 614-645-4665 or the FBI at 614-744-2168.
NBC 4: Police responded to a local high school after a loaded gun was found inside the school. According to Columbus police, Marion Franklin High School on Koebel Road was placed on lockdown at about 11:45 a.m. Police said the incident began when a teacher went to the school parking lot to investigate three juveniles smoking. During the teacher’s investigation, they found bullets lying in a car, which led officials to search the lockers, where the loaded gun was found. One of the three students is facing felony charges in connection with the loaded weapon, but officials said it is not known if the other two students involved will face charges.
10 TV: Fifth Third Bank, located at 1960 N. High St., was robbed at about 1:20 p.m., police said. According to investigators, a man wearing a hooded sweatshirt that read "Centerville Football" was in line at the bank when a teller looked up. The teller was about to ask the man if he knew some friends of his from Centerville when the man handed him a note that said he had a gun and was robbing the bank. After the teller gave the robber money, police said that the robber fled the bank. The robber is in his 30s or 40s, and is 5 feet 9 inches tall with a medium build. He also has dark hair and a mustache. Police said he was wearing prescription glasses, the black-hooded Centerville football sweatshirt, jeans and dark shoes. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Columbus Police Robbery Squad at 614-645-4665 or the FBI at 614-744-2168.
NBC 4: Police responded to a local high school after a loaded gun was found inside the school. According to Columbus police, Marion Franklin High School on Koebel Road was placed on lockdown at about 11:45 a.m. Police said the incident began when a teacher went to the school parking lot to investigate three juveniles smoking. During the teacher’s investigation, they found bullets lying in a car, which led officials to search the lockers, where the loaded gun was found. One of the three students is facing felony charges in connection with the loaded weapon, but officials said it is not known if the other two students involved will face charges.
BREAKING: Police Recruits Restored
NBC 4: City officials reinstated 27 police recruits Wednesday who were previously laid off as the result of ongoing budget cuts. After a meeting with the recruits, Columbus Mayor Michael Coleman made the announcement, citing President Barack Obama’s stimulus package as the only reason the recruits will hit the streets.
The 27-member recruit class was initially laid off on Jan. 27. They were scheduled to graduate the same week. The U.S. Department of Justice is giving the city of Columbus $1.25 million to fund salaries for the police recruits. The money will last through the year, but Coleman said the city faces much larger issues if more revenue doesn’t come into the city.
The Columbus Fraternal Order of Police President Jim Gilbert was in Washington this week, where he and other FOP presidents met with congressional leaders to push for public safety funds from the stimulus bill.
The FOP released the following statement Wednesday “The Fraternal Order of Police is thrilled to learn of the reinstatement of the 27 recruits to the Columbus Police Academy. We appreciate the recognition by President Obama and his administration of the priority these recruits (soon to be police officers) have to the Division of Police and the safety of our community. The Fraternal Order of Police looks forward to their service to the citizens and welcomes them to our ranks, serving and protecting our fine city.”
The mayor’s office is faced with making $13 million in cuts before passing a balanced budget, and city officials said they expected to save $1.2 million with the recruiting cuts.
The 27-member recruit class was initially laid off on Jan. 27. They were scheduled to graduate the same week. The U.S. Department of Justice is giving the city of Columbus $1.25 million to fund salaries for the police recruits. The money will last through the year, but Coleman said the city faces much larger issues if more revenue doesn’t come into the city.
The Columbus Fraternal Order of Police President Jim Gilbert was in Washington this week, where he and other FOP presidents met with congressional leaders to push for public safety funds from the stimulus bill.
The FOP released the following statement Wednesday “The Fraternal Order of Police is thrilled to learn of the reinstatement of the 27 recruits to the Columbus Police Academy. We appreciate the recognition by President Obama and his administration of the priority these recruits (soon to be police officers) have to the Division of Police and the safety of our community. The Fraternal Order of Police looks forward to their service to the citizens and welcomes them to our ranks, serving and protecting our fine city.”
The mayor’s office is faced with making $13 million in cuts before passing a balanced budget, and city officials said they expected to save $1.2 million with the recruiting cuts.
Quick Read
Today’s front-page features outstanding coverage of President Obama’s non-State of the Union… Unfortunately, Josh Jarmin concludes the section with a piece about people trapped in jobs, which I felt trapped reading… Rita Price’s story on the Columbus Foundation facing a critical need, should have replaced Jarmin’s mess…
Speaking of messes, the “employment special section” was simply a reprint of previously written pieces… Advice is important… However, I don’t think the stimulus plan included money to kill innocent trees… I also don’t think it included money to reward boring reporters, so Margaret Harding may want to return her paycheck… Her piece on small business owners, should have focused on small business owners… Instead, it read like a roundtable discussion of academics.
Speaking of messes, the “employment special section” was simply a reprint of previously written pieces… Advice is important… However, I don’t think the stimulus plan included money to kill innocent trees… I also don’t think it included money to reward boring reporters, so Margaret Harding may want to return her paycheck… Her piece on small business owners, should have focused on small business owners… Instead, it read like a roundtable discussion of academics.
BREAKING: Liquid Liquidation
As Gossip CBUS first reported, Liquid is for sale. Originally located in Mansfield, Liquid opened in Columbus on May 17, 2008. It occupies the location, which was formerly Little Brothers in the short north.
Sugar Bar All Access
On March 5, Brody Jenner and the Dr. Mojoe Spring Fashion Show will occur live via twitter… Join Gossip CBUS before you arrive, as you enjoy, and after you leave for an unprecedented view of this outstanding event.
Revenge of the Scourge
Mardi Gras is an exquisite contradiction. The event itself is magnificent… The celebration, culture, and concept are rich and unequaled. The event’s crowd is at best mixed and at worst putrid… For every bunny that attends, there are five societal lepers, who I swear, show up on this day thinking that they are something superior to what they have ever been…
Upon my arrival for their Mardi Gras spectacular, Lodge Bar’s crowd was outstanding… The composition of their crowd fit my above description… Now, before I go any farther, I must defend Lodge Bar (and this has nothing to do with the fact that Snowed Inn occurs Friday)… Their typical crowd is normally two-thirds bunny and one-third respectable looking bunny chasers… They are not a haven for skeeze (that’s another bar, who shall remain nameless)… But, this was Mardi Gras…
And never have I seen so many societal pariahs… A large, refrigerator shaped person in a shirt that read “I heart sluts…” A bald guy, whose head was tattooed, saying a girl was built like a mule… An Axl Rose wannabe, complete with the stovepipe hat… Every time I saw one of these people, I wanted to grab them, and remind them of the obvious… No matter how many future baby feeders they see and how many beads they give away, they had no chance of sex… None whatsoever…
Again, I like Lodge Bar, but these scrubs, clearly weren’t paying attention that day in high school when popularity was established…
Also not paying attention, was another faction of bunny chasers, who obviously didn’t read my column last week… I hate repeating myself… but, for the good of these wardrobe challenged chasers, I will this once… Layers… Collared shirts (polos or button downs, it doesn’t matter)… and color coordination… None of this is hard… But, you make it seem hard and you make this speech necessary when you show up wearing hoodies with decade old Cincinnati Reds or Cleveland Cavaliers logos on them … Lodge Bar is a class establishment… Pretend you know what class is…
As an hour and a half passed, the energy increased, the dance floor continued to flood, the bunnies kept arriving and unfortunately, so did the cast of Freaks and Geeks… I didn’t know Columbus had so many castoffs from Tales From the Crypt… It was horrid, often near vomit inducing to watch these bunnies (and there were a few worth writing paragraphs about), being accosted by these letches…
I’m certain I don’t have to explain the concept of Mardi Gras to anyone (and I’m not going to, so if you don’t know it, google now)… And there were a few bunnies that were just handed beads because they were that angelic… But, the vast majority, I am certain are having nightmares tonight because of the people who approached them… Every time I walked past the Axl Rose wannabe, who was always carrying a few strands, in addition to the dozen he had around his neck, I wanted to grab the nearest bunny and stick her in a closet… I understand that this day, is one of the few days where the objective is supposed to be the same and every male is supposed to be equal, but the more I looked at these guys, the more it was obvious that there is a reason that we’re not all equal…
I know it sounds like I am hammering Lodge Bar… I’m not…. The energy that rippled throughout the crowd was amazing… Every bar and available space on the dance floor was jammed, the stage, at times, overflowed with bunnies, and the night itself was memorable… Lodge Bar, although I wish they could, cant help the morons, who think for this one-day a year, beads make them popular… (Losing a hundred pounds, changing their wardrobe or doing something with their appearance might make them popular)…
Intermixed amongst the societal scourge (who I am mentioning for either the last time or the next to last time, I promise) were several of this city’s venue icons… Notably, Brian, a co-owner and lead promoter of Sugar Bar and Park Street Patio… We spoke for a minute, consumed a shot, and as I walked away, I marveled at how, even though Sugar and Lodge are competitors, there is no spirit of competition between the employees… They all value each other…
Speaking of valuable, I can’t type this column without a paragraph on Gonzo, who, in tandem with DJ Legend owned this evening… This wasn’t the first time I had heard either one of them, this wasn’t even the first time, in the last week at Lodge Bar, that I had heard either one of them… Still, both elevated their art for this evening… They manner in which Gonzo can skirt from “Poker Face” to “Live Your Life” to “Show Me Love” (yes, he played Robin) is unbelievable… Combine the talent with Legend and Gonzo’s personable microphone work and they were almost enough to make you stop noticing Axl Rose, still seeking a bunny, even though, none would have him…
Since, I am mentioning bunnies, this is a perfect opportunity to mention the reason (besides the alcohol and great events), that anyone in this city should visit Lodge Bar… The staff… On this night, the two Lodge bunnies, most worth writing about were Haley and Jen, both of whom were (and I cant use this word strongly enough), enjoying their night off… Jen, consuming shots, reading our twitter, and interacting with everyone like the beautiful social butterfly that she is… Haley, showcasing her gorgeous smile and dancing on the speakers…
As gorgeous as Haley, but not as smiley this evening was (my personal favorite) Crown Princess Kadi… As I watched her work behind the bar (and work is the operative word, I don’t think the bunny ever stopped moving), I couldn’t help but notice the gorgeous eyes were present, the jeweler’s crafted looks were present, but the sparkle was missing… Then again, a diamond is a diamond, sparkle or not…
And since we’re talking diamonds, I have to mention a treat, who I had seen working Lodge Bar previously, but I didn’t learn her name until this evening… Alexa, potentially the shortest employee Lodge has, but you know what they say about good things and small packages… She is worth eighteen carats… Chocolate brown eyes, a gorgeous complexion, and a personality that is captivating from the first second of conversation…
It’s employees like Alexa, Kadi, Jen, and Haley, and beyond… It extends to Trevor, Rick, and Pat, and all of the bouncers, who names (and I apologize for this), escape my mind at the moment… I walk into Lodge, I spend five hours talking and twittering and it doesn’t feel, for one moment, like work… I’m in, I’m out… It’s routine, normal, and even enjoyable… Hello, good-bye… Just another of the typically not societal pariahs that inhabits Lodge Bar on a nightly basis…
Upon my arrival for their Mardi Gras spectacular, Lodge Bar’s crowd was outstanding… The composition of their crowd fit my above description… Now, before I go any farther, I must defend Lodge Bar (and this has nothing to do with the fact that Snowed Inn occurs Friday)… Their typical crowd is normally two-thirds bunny and one-third respectable looking bunny chasers… They are not a haven for skeeze (that’s another bar, who shall remain nameless)… But, this was Mardi Gras…
And never have I seen so many societal pariahs… A large, refrigerator shaped person in a shirt that read “I heart sluts…” A bald guy, whose head was tattooed, saying a girl was built like a mule… An Axl Rose wannabe, complete with the stovepipe hat… Every time I saw one of these people, I wanted to grab them, and remind them of the obvious… No matter how many future baby feeders they see and how many beads they give away, they had no chance of sex… None whatsoever…
Again, I like Lodge Bar, but these scrubs, clearly weren’t paying attention that day in high school when popularity was established…
Also not paying attention, was another faction of bunny chasers, who obviously didn’t read my column last week… I hate repeating myself… but, for the good of these wardrobe challenged chasers, I will this once… Layers… Collared shirts (polos or button downs, it doesn’t matter)… and color coordination… None of this is hard… But, you make it seem hard and you make this speech necessary when you show up wearing hoodies with decade old Cincinnati Reds or Cleveland Cavaliers logos on them … Lodge Bar is a class establishment… Pretend you know what class is…
As an hour and a half passed, the energy increased, the dance floor continued to flood, the bunnies kept arriving and unfortunately, so did the cast of Freaks and Geeks… I didn’t know Columbus had so many castoffs from Tales From the Crypt… It was horrid, often near vomit inducing to watch these bunnies (and there were a few worth writing paragraphs about), being accosted by these letches…
I’m certain I don’t have to explain the concept of Mardi Gras to anyone (and I’m not going to, so if you don’t know it, google now)… And there were a few bunnies that were just handed beads because they were that angelic… But, the vast majority, I am certain are having nightmares tonight because of the people who approached them… Every time I walked past the Axl Rose wannabe, who was always carrying a few strands, in addition to the dozen he had around his neck, I wanted to grab the nearest bunny and stick her in a closet… I understand that this day, is one of the few days where the objective is supposed to be the same and every male is supposed to be equal, but the more I looked at these guys, the more it was obvious that there is a reason that we’re not all equal…
I know it sounds like I am hammering Lodge Bar… I’m not…. The energy that rippled throughout the crowd was amazing… Every bar and available space on the dance floor was jammed, the stage, at times, overflowed with bunnies, and the night itself was memorable… Lodge Bar, although I wish they could, cant help the morons, who think for this one-day a year, beads make them popular… (Losing a hundred pounds, changing their wardrobe or doing something with their appearance might make them popular)…
Intermixed amongst the societal scourge (who I am mentioning for either the last time or the next to last time, I promise) were several of this city’s venue icons… Notably, Brian, a co-owner and lead promoter of Sugar Bar and Park Street Patio… We spoke for a minute, consumed a shot, and as I walked away, I marveled at how, even though Sugar and Lodge are competitors, there is no spirit of competition between the employees… They all value each other…
Speaking of valuable, I can’t type this column without a paragraph on Gonzo, who, in tandem with DJ Legend owned this evening… This wasn’t the first time I had heard either one of them, this wasn’t even the first time, in the last week at Lodge Bar, that I had heard either one of them… Still, both elevated their art for this evening… They manner in which Gonzo can skirt from “Poker Face” to “Live Your Life” to “Show Me Love” (yes, he played Robin) is unbelievable… Combine the talent with Legend and Gonzo’s personable microphone work and they were almost enough to make you stop noticing Axl Rose, still seeking a bunny, even though, none would have him…
Since, I am mentioning bunnies, this is a perfect opportunity to mention the reason (besides the alcohol and great events), that anyone in this city should visit Lodge Bar… The staff… On this night, the two Lodge bunnies, most worth writing about were Haley and Jen, both of whom were (and I cant use this word strongly enough), enjoying their night off… Jen, consuming shots, reading our twitter, and interacting with everyone like the beautiful social butterfly that she is… Haley, showcasing her gorgeous smile and dancing on the speakers…
As gorgeous as Haley, but not as smiley this evening was (my personal favorite) Crown Princess Kadi… As I watched her work behind the bar (and work is the operative word, I don’t think the bunny ever stopped moving), I couldn’t help but notice the gorgeous eyes were present, the jeweler’s crafted looks were present, but the sparkle was missing… Then again, a diamond is a diamond, sparkle or not…
And since we’re talking diamonds, I have to mention a treat, who I had seen working Lodge Bar previously, but I didn’t learn her name until this evening… Alexa, potentially the shortest employee Lodge has, but you know what they say about good things and small packages… She is worth eighteen carats… Chocolate brown eyes, a gorgeous complexion, and a personality that is captivating from the first second of conversation…
It’s employees like Alexa, Kadi, Jen, and Haley, and beyond… It extends to Trevor, Rick, and Pat, and all of the bouncers, who names (and I apologize for this), escape my mind at the moment… I walk into Lodge, I spend five hours talking and twittering and it doesn’t feel, for one moment, like work… I’m in, I’m out… It’s routine, normal, and even enjoyable… Hello, good-bye… Just another of the typically not societal pariahs that inhabits Lodge Bar on a nightly basis…
One Grand, CBUS
Who would have thought in less than three months, we would report live from the Fiesta Bowl, Mardi Gras, Frog Bear and Wild Boar, Lodge Bar, McFadden’s, Sugar Bar, and in the process, rack one thousand twitter tweets… You made it possible Columbus! Keep reading and keep e-mailing… You never know what might happen next…
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Recruit Resurrection?
10 TV: Twenty-seven Columbus Division of Police recruits are still waiting to find out whether or not they will have jobs come week's end. As the recruits await word on their jobs, the president of the Fraternal Order of Police -- the union representing Columbus officers -- traveled to Washington D.C. as part of an effort to try and secure federal money that could be used to keep the recruits in Columbus…
Late last month, city administrators informed the recruits that they would not have jobs waiting for them with the department. According to city officials, the move would save the city about $1.2 million. Members of the police union criticized the plan, saying the city had already invested more than $1 million in training the recruits.
In addition to eliminating the police recruit class, the city has closed recreation centers, ordered layoffs and asked unionized employees to forgo pay raises in 2009. All moves were made to combat a looming budget shortfall.
Last week, President Barack Obama promised federal stimulus money to save police and fire recruits, and he specifically mentioned the situation in Columbus… Members of the police recruit class said Obama's words gave them renewed hope that funds would be allocated to save their jobs.
While the city is expected to formally lay off the recruits on Friday, city officials said they could still be rehired if and when stimulus money is allocated…
Late last month, city administrators informed the recruits that they would not have jobs waiting for them with the department. According to city officials, the move would save the city about $1.2 million. Members of the police union criticized the plan, saying the city had already invested more than $1 million in training the recruits.
In addition to eliminating the police recruit class, the city has closed recreation centers, ordered layoffs and asked unionized employees to forgo pay raises in 2009. All moves were made to combat a looming budget shortfall.
Last week, President Barack Obama promised federal stimulus money to save police and fire recruits, and he specifically mentioned the situation in Columbus… Members of the police recruit class said Obama's words gave them renewed hope that funds would be allocated to save their jobs.
While the city is expected to formally lay off the recruits on Friday, city officials said they could still be rehired if and when stimulus money is allocated…
They Could Have A Job, They Just Don’t Want One…
NBC 4: A local restaurant owner is having a difficult time finding managers to run her Subway stores. Amanda Jones and her husband are looking for a few good women and men to fill several job vacancies at their four Subway locations. “Right now, we are looking for managers. We want people that are honest, motivated, dedicated (and) ready to grow with a strong brand,“ Jones said.
Their search began a few weeks ago, but they’ve not had any luck so far. Jones said she scheduled four interviews Monday, but three applicants never showed up. The positions are competitive, paying between $25,000 and $35,000 a year. Benefits are available, along with sales incentives. “If you can get more customers in and increase your business by 25 percent, we can give you $500,“ Jones said.
Even with unemployment more than 7 percent in Ohio, there is no interest in the positions. Jones said she believes advertising may be the problem. “I think it might be that we are using a different means to recruit people than they are looking. I think there are definitely people that need jobs and we need people. We need managers and I don’t think we are on the same page.”
Jones said another reason for slow applications could be the reluctance of some to step away from their comfort zone of the corporate world into the service industry. Anyone interested in applying for the jobs can do so at http://www.subway.com.
Their search began a few weeks ago, but they’ve not had any luck so far. Jones said she scheduled four interviews Monday, but three applicants never showed up. The positions are competitive, paying between $25,000 and $35,000 a year. Benefits are available, along with sales incentives. “If you can get more customers in and increase your business by 25 percent, we can give you $500,“ Jones said.
Even with unemployment more than 7 percent in Ohio, there is no interest in the positions. Jones said she believes advertising may be the problem. “I think it might be that we are using a different means to recruit people than they are looking. I think there are definitely people that need jobs and we need people. We need managers and I don’t think we are on the same page.”
Jones said another reason for slow applications could be the reluctance of some to step away from their comfort zone of the corporate world into the service industry. Anyone interested in applying for the jobs can do so at http://www.subway.com.
Number Forty-Six
10 TV: Police were searching for two men who they said robbed another man on the city's northeast side late Monday. The victim was walking to his car in a parking lot on Brooklyn Court at about 10:20 p.m. when two men approached him… Investigators said one of the men pulled out a gun and demanded money. The three men got into a fight the victim was shot in the leg. Police said the suspects are 17-20 years old. One man was wearing a black coat and the other was wearing a tan-colored coat. Anyone with information is asked to call Columbus police at 614-645-4665 or Crime Stoppers are 614-645-TIPS.
Quick Read
Dana Wilson and Mike Pramik type another pair of excellent employment seeker pieces… Wilson’s (front page) focusing on people who have raised children and now wish to rejoin the workforce… Pramik’s focusing on the proper presentation of resumes…
Monday, February 23, 2009
Mardi Gras 2009: Lodge Bar
“Beads, Beads, Beads”Commencement: 9:00
Venue: Lodge Bar (Arena District)
Bull Riding Contest
Most Beads receives $200
Drinks (Available All Night)
$3 Hurricanes
$3 Soco & Lime Shots
$2 Miller Lite Drafts
Duck & Dodge Cancelled
Due to lack of registration, Duck 'N Dodge Columbus 2009 has been cancelled. All registered teams will receive a full refund.
Quick Read
Jennifer Richards leads this week’s initial edition with an outstanding piece on the city’s literacy program…. Equally outstanding is Kathy Lynn Gray’s informative, ranging piece on networking in these difficult economic circumstances…
Debbie Gebolys (Metro) continues the excellence trend with an intriguing piece on COTA’s expansion… Unfortunately, Sherri Williams’ profile of an East Side Church possesses no explanation on why it should be rebuilt (Is it a landmark? Is it important to the community?)… And Ann Fisher’s commentary on city center possesses no explanation on why a park is the solution (she simply wants a park)…
Life and Arts features solid Oscar coverage… Except, Frank Gabrony rips the past winners extolling the nominees, which I very much enjoyed… Bob Hunter (sports) types a solid piece on how Ohio State may be playing their way out of the NCAA tournament… Ken Gordon types an exquisite piece on former Buckeyes Brian Hartline and Donald Washington and their ridiculous decision to bolt school early…
Debbie Gebolys (Metro) continues the excellence trend with an intriguing piece on COTA’s expansion… Unfortunately, Sherri Williams’ profile of an East Side Church possesses no explanation on why it should be rebuilt (Is it a landmark? Is it important to the community?)… And Ann Fisher’s commentary on city center possesses no explanation on why a park is the solution (she simply wants a park)…
Life and Arts features solid Oscar coverage… Except, Frank Gabrony rips the past winners extolling the nominees, which I very much enjoyed… Bob Hunter (sports) types a solid piece on how Ohio State may be playing their way out of the NCAA tournament… Ken Gordon types an exquisite piece on former Buckeyes Brian Hartline and Donald Washington and their ridiculous decision to bolt school early…
Sunday, February 22, 2009
BREAKING: Ryan Eyes Primary Position
Congressman Tim Ryan may still explore a Senate campaign, despite a rumored endorsement of Lieutenant Governor Lee Fisher. According to a source familiar with Congressman’s mindset, Ryan believes that only one more Democrat could enter the race.
“There’s room for three and that’s it,” said the source, who spoke on condition of anonymity. “You have the sitting LG and SOS in the race, there’s no doubt about their star power. But, we feel there is another slot there. It’s all about who can put togther the money and the machine for a viable candidacy.”
As Gossip CBUS first reported, Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner and Fisher announced their campaigns last week. For the Republicans, Rob Portman is the lone announced candidate.
After commencing his career in the State Senate, Ryan has served as Ohio’s 17th District Congressman since 2003. He won the seat formerly held by James Traficant (Democrat), who was imprisoned for taking bribes, filing false tax returns, racketeering, and forcing his aides to perform chores at his farm and houseboat.
“There’s room for three and that’s it,” said the source, who spoke on condition of anonymity. “You have the sitting LG and SOS in the race, there’s no doubt about their star power. But, we feel there is another slot there. It’s all about who can put togther the money and the machine for a viable candidacy.”
As Gossip CBUS first reported, Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner and Fisher announced their campaigns last week. For the Republicans, Rob Portman is the lone announced candidate.
After commencing his career in the State Senate, Ryan has served as Ohio’s 17th District Congressman since 2003. He won the seat formerly held by James Traficant (Democrat), who was imprisoned for taking bribes, filing false tax returns, racketeering, and forcing his aides to perform chores at his farm and houseboat.
Count Forty-Five
NBC 4: Police were summoned to a house at 824 Sullivant Avenue late Sunday evening after being told a man had been shot. Officers arrived to find a man inside the house on the floor with a gunshot wound to the upper chest. Homicide detectives were notified of the incident as is routine when injuries might result in death.
Dazzling Duos Inspire Reinterpretations
I truly can't say I've ever had a bad time at Skully's. Even though Ladies' 80's has become a weekly rotation of the same tired 80's anthems (No, I do not want to hear "Don't You Want Me" again, the Human League deserves so much better, trust me), I still make it a priority to find my way that extra bit down High street so I can indulge in a slightly different scene. Last night truly reminded me just why that is. It's almost always well populated, all the bartenders pour a great drink, and they constantly book great acts that keep me dancing all night.
This surprisingly chilly Friday night was no exception... Skully's 3rd Friday Dance Party (the name could use a little work) with three DJ's and 2 bands on stage was impressive entertainment. The bar wasn't crowded when I arrived… And I had to again remind myself that Columbus is just a late city. When I go out it always feels like there isn't much going on until maybe 10:30 or 11, which can be confusing to a San Franciscan such as myself. We have to make sure we get our parties going right from the start, which makes sense, considering our last call is at 1:30 (if you're really lucky....or really cute depending on who you're talking to). For what it lacked in the beginning, the venue made up for once everything got going.
The highlight of the evening would have to have been the amazing tag-team DJ performance put on by Sketchy Pete and Dave Espionage.... They completely killed it! Not only was the mash-up exquisitely executed, it was also done completely on the fly! It was a huge risk for these two pros to take (having never met, and not really knowing what the other may have up his sleeve), but they pulled it off… Beats aside, two good looking, intelligent men on stage making beautiful music helps me get through all my sleepless nights... and it was immediately obvious to everyone there that these two should really have a second date....
Sketchy Pete's own personal version of house and disco influenced sweaty electro was great to hear mixed with Dave Espionage's strong and rough hip hop beats… it definitely kept the kids moving. Lovely ladies always want to get down on the dance floor, and that was made that extremely possible last night.
When the guys took a break, one of the bands (Braindouble) went on, and gave a very solid performance. Included in their selections was a great Katy Perry "I Kissed A Girl" rework, (yes, I Kissed A Girl, as sung by a two-man hip-hop group)… It was an interesting twist on a song that had been mashed into an unrecognizable pulp by radio DJs far and wide.
Tag-teaming ensued once again afterwards, and the guys closed out the night on a high note, pulling out all the stops... Sketchy Pete had an amazing debut in Ohio, and Dave Espionage showed loyal fans once again that there's a reason you see his name on all the flyers around town. As the night closed out, I was reminded of my continued love and loyalty to Skully's, and officially decided to keep it in the normal bar rotation. Who knows, I may just give Ladies 80's a couple more shots....
Story: Shannon Bakies
This surprisingly chilly Friday night was no exception... Skully's 3rd Friday Dance Party (the name could use a little work) with three DJ's and 2 bands on stage was impressive entertainment. The bar wasn't crowded when I arrived… And I had to again remind myself that Columbus is just a late city. When I go out it always feels like there isn't much going on until maybe 10:30 or 11, which can be confusing to a San Franciscan such as myself. We have to make sure we get our parties going right from the start, which makes sense, considering our last call is at 1:30 (if you're really lucky....or really cute depending on who you're talking to). For what it lacked in the beginning, the venue made up for once everything got going.
The highlight of the evening would have to have been the amazing tag-team DJ performance put on by Sketchy Pete and Dave Espionage.... They completely killed it! Not only was the mash-up exquisitely executed, it was also done completely on the fly! It was a huge risk for these two pros to take (having never met, and not really knowing what the other may have up his sleeve), but they pulled it off… Beats aside, two good looking, intelligent men on stage making beautiful music helps me get through all my sleepless nights... and it was immediately obvious to everyone there that these two should really have a second date....
Sketchy Pete's own personal version of house and disco influenced sweaty electro was great to hear mixed with Dave Espionage's strong and rough hip hop beats… it definitely kept the kids moving. Lovely ladies always want to get down on the dance floor, and that was made that extremely possible last night.
When the guys took a break, one of the bands (Braindouble) went on, and gave a very solid performance. Included in their selections was a great Katy Perry "I Kissed A Girl" rework, (yes, I Kissed A Girl, as sung by a two-man hip-hop group)… It was an interesting twist on a song that had been mashed into an unrecognizable pulp by radio DJs far and wide.
Tag-teaming ensued once again afterwards, and the guys closed out the night on a high note, pulling out all the stops... Sketchy Pete had an amazing debut in Ohio, and Dave Espionage showed loyal fans once again that there's a reason you see his name on all the flyers around town. As the night closed out, I was reminded of my continued love and loyalty to Skully's, and officially decided to keep it in the normal bar rotation. Who knows, I may just give Ladies 80's a couple more shots....
Story: Shannon Bakies
You Have Questions... I Have Answers
Since Gossip Cbus began, I’ve been swamped with e-mail (thanks for the love)… While I’ve tried to give individual responses to several, I also know that some of the questions are questions others may have and thus, answering them publicly would be better… Therefore, from time to time, I will answer questions where everyone can see them…
Q: What does Lodge Bar All-Access mean?
A: Lodge Bar All-Access will be a unique view of the preparation, execution, and wrap of the Snowed Inn event (February 27). Via twitter, Gossip CBUS will take you inside one hour before and one hour after Lodge’s doors open and close. You will score a rare private peak into one of the bet venues in this city.
Q: I enjoyed your Blue Jackets-Red Wings twitter live? Will you be doing anything similar in the future?
A: While that depends on other scheduled events and commitments, Gossip CBUS also really enjoyed our Blue Jackets night out and the feedback it stirred… With several notable upcoming contests including Calgary, Vancouver, and a pair of rematches with Detroit (one of which is an NBC telecast), I would bet on another evening with Rick Nash…
Q: How does Gossip CBUS choose which events to cover?
A: I would love to say this is a complicated process that takes days if not weeks… It’s not… It’s honestly about what concepts sound interesting… Charity events take precedence over other events and venues and events we have promoted, take precedence over those we have not promoted… But, after that, it’s about concept…
Q: What does Lodge Bar All-Access mean?
A: Lodge Bar All-Access will be a unique view of the preparation, execution, and wrap of the Snowed Inn event (February 27). Via twitter, Gossip CBUS will take you inside one hour before and one hour after Lodge’s doors open and close. You will score a rare private peak into one of the bet venues in this city.
Q: I enjoyed your Blue Jackets-Red Wings twitter live? Will you be doing anything similar in the future?
A: While that depends on other scheduled events and commitments, Gossip CBUS also really enjoyed our Blue Jackets night out and the feedback it stirred… With several notable upcoming contests including Calgary, Vancouver, and a pair of rematches with Detroit (one of which is an NBC telecast), I would bet on another evening with Rick Nash…
Q: How does Gossip CBUS choose which events to cover?
A: I would love to say this is a complicated process that takes days if not weeks… It’s not… It’s honestly about what concepts sound interesting… Charity events take precedence over other events and venues and events we have promoted, take precedence over those we have not promoted… But, after that, it’s about concept…
Quick Read
In these difficult economic circumstances, advice is everywhere. Unfortunately, not all of it is good advice… Steve Wartenberg’s pair of front-page pieces are an excellent example of this… His piece about unemployment filing is informative… His piece about overqualified vs. qualified vs. unqualified, all scrambling for the same jobs, is a train wreck.
Sherri Williams’s feature on Eastland (Metro) is solid, but could have gone deeper… Bob Hunter’s column on Ken Hitchcock and Scott Priestle’s on middle linebackers out of style, both should have never been written…
Martin Rozenman’s column on texting (Insight) has been written a few thousand times and thus, was insanely boring… If you want to write about modern technology consuming teenager’s lives, hit me with more than it makes them anti-social and induces bad grammar… Joe Hallet’s commentary (Insight) about Governor Strickland’s faith (Insight) was a cheap shot…
Tim Ferran’s story on the Home and Garden expo (Home and Garden) was adequate…. However, his story about Central Ohio keeping their Parade of Homes, while Cleveland and Cincinnati lose there’s, should have been on the front page…
Sherri Williams’s feature on Eastland (Metro) is solid, but could have gone deeper… Bob Hunter’s column on Ken Hitchcock and Scott Priestle’s on middle linebackers out of style, both should have never been written…
Martin Rozenman’s column on texting (Insight) has been written a few thousand times and thus, was insanely boring… If you want to write about modern technology consuming teenager’s lives, hit me with more than it makes them anti-social and induces bad grammar… Joe Hallet’s commentary (Insight) about Governor Strickland’s faith (Insight) was a cheap shot…
Tim Ferran’s story on the Home and Garden expo (Home and Garden) was adequate…. However, his story about Central Ohio keeping their Parade of Homes, while Cleveland and Cincinnati lose there’s, should have been on the front page…
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