WSYX 6: The Columbus Crime Scene Search Unit is investigating a shooting outside an East Columbus bar. Police say the fight started inside the bar and spilled outside into the back parking lot. A man was shot two times in the chest. He went to a nearby house, asked for help, and collapsed in the front yard. He was rushed to Grant Medical Center where he remains in critical condition.
But crime is not done ringing in the new year… Number twenty-three illustrates the obvious… If you want to drink, don’t do it on the east side…
10 TV: Police said on Tuesday that one of the men behind an October triple slaying in the Hilltop was in custody. Mandrell Kendricks, 22, faces three counts of aggravated murder… Carol Welch, Markell Peaks and Franklin Walker were discovered shot to death Oct. 9 at a home on Fairmont Avenue… A motive for the slayings is still unclear…
Columbus police deserve applause… After a disastrous 2008, 2009 has stepped off impressively…
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Quick Read
If Ohio State’s Fiesta Bowl effort was inspired, the Dispatch’s Fiesta Bowl essays were insipid… I understand the defeat was excruciating… But, seriously, did the fact their hearts were broken, somehow steal their ability to write…
Ken Gordon described last night’s drama as well as I could explain the life experiences of a three hundred pound female walrus… I couldn’t tell if I was reading the recap of an amazing game or a college term paper that Gordon was in a rush to type… Tim May’s columns on Todd Boeckman and Dan Herron were also regrettable… In fact, the pair’s only highlight was Pryor praising Boeckman as “an NFL Quarterback (whatever Pryor was drinking last night, they weren’t serving it at McFadden’s)…
Bob Hunter and Michael Oller’s columns were also disappointing… They weren’t as blandly irritating as Gordon’s recap… Bu, they lacked passionate reflection… The type of reflection you would expect when a contest plays out and concludes as the Fiesta Bowl did…
Ken Gordon described last night’s drama as well as I could explain the life experiences of a three hundred pound female walrus… I couldn’t tell if I was reading the recap of an amazing game or a college term paper that Gordon was in a rush to type… Tim May’s columns on Todd Boeckman and Dan Herron were also regrettable… In fact, the pair’s only highlight was Pryor praising Boeckman as “an NFL Quarterback (whatever Pryor was drinking last night, they weren’t serving it at McFadden’s)…
Bob Hunter and Michael Oller’s columns were also disappointing… They weren’t as blandly irritating as Gordon’s recap… Bu, they lacked passionate reflection… The type of reflection you would expect when a contest plays out and concludes as the Fiesta Bowl did…
Colt, Texas Break Buckeye Hearts
Since I can remember, I have been a sports fan. Baseball, football, basketball, hockey, golf, tennis, auto racing… I have seen thousands of contests… The great wins escape me… The satisfaction of the moment vanishes within a week… The blowout losses, I forget almost instantly (thank you alcohol)… Games like tonight, heart twisting losses, I still remember every decisive moment years after they are played… I have no doubt that on January 5, 2029; I will be able to recite, with agonizing detail, my emotions and the moments of January 5, 2009.
Normally, one cannot see the floor as they navigate through McFadden’s… Tonight, one could see the floor, the tables, and out the windows if they chose to stare long enough… The crowd was smaller… You couldn’t find a chair if you wanted one… With that said, their intensity was exquisite… From the opening kickoff to the final incompletion, they hung on every snap… Celebrating, cheering, cursing, and screaming…
There was a pulse and energy, which was uniquely McFadden’s… The size of the crowd was irrelevant… You could have put a larger crowd in a room of the same size and the communal intensity of this evening could not be matched… For four quarters, I watched the game among friends and total strangers, each of whom craved a victory as much, if not more than I did…
When you watch any game with friends, inane conversations, conversations you look back on and ask why they were had, are inevitable… As Brutus – South Campus version, made the rounds (posing for pictures, hugging the bunnies), one of those conversations occurred between Emily and Sytease… Both are bunnies, both are employed by McFadden’s, and both look like they won the genetic lottery… Yet, as the second half of the second quarter unfolds, they stood there talking about what was wrong with themselves… Let me say, there is nothing wrong with either and if there is a male who does find something wrong with them, they should spend a few quality hours in the OSU Medical Center…
Equally as intriguing (and confusing) was this story I must tell, the story about a girl named Lucky (yes, before anyone google’s it, that is the opening line to a Britney Spears song)… Why am I calling her Lucky? Because I don’t want to reveal her real name and because she actually reminds me of the girl in that song…
Lucky has a boyfriend, but not really, a guy she dates (the same one), but they fight a lot, so I guess this makes her technically single, but she doesn’t go out with anyone else, but she is married on a social networking site to one of her gay friends… If you are lost reading that, it’s not because you are hung over, its because its random as hell…
As the second half progressed, initially with Texas dominating into a 17-6 lead, then into an energy intoxicating comeback as Ohio State pushed ahead 21-17, the passion and the quirkiness of everyone watching was on full display… mine included… I don’t know how you are when you watch a game, but I can’t sit still… I leaned onto a friend, who for luck was holding onto his buckeye necklace the whole time… The bouncer bit his lip; the bunny bartender stared toward the television and then buried her head in her coworker’s shoulder… The intensity of those moments was everything this city is about and nothing that this city could deal with… And then it happened… The strains of Don’t Stop Believing (which was, I thought, an appropriate choice, as it sends the signal that there is always next year) began and the bar began to let out with our season over at 10-3…
I have to update one situation prior to close… I mentioned on twitter that were multiple police cars outside of McFadden’s… there were six… for what I do not know, as only one arrest was made… and as I left, there were multiple police in front of the South Campus garage… clearly something went or was going down, that I have no idea about…
I know some of you are to this point in the reading and you’re asking yourself, why didn’t he talk about the game… I could’ve spent this entire wrap analyzing, lamenting, and rehashing… but why? We all watched the game or followed the game on twitter… Why double the sour taste we already have in our mouths? Why heap additional disappointment onto what was clearly a disappointing season?
Normally, one cannot see the floor as they navigate through McFadden’s… Tonight, one could see the floor, the tables, and out the windows if they chose to stare long enough… The crowd was smaller… You couldn’t find a chair if you wanted one… With that said, their intensity was exquisite… From the opening kickoff to the final incompletion, they hung on every snap… Celebrating, cheering, cursing, and screaming…
There was a pulse and energy, which was uniquely McFadden’s… The size of the crowd was irrelevant… You could have put a larger crowd in a room of the same size and the communal intensity of this evening could not be matched… For four quarters, I watched the game among friends and total strangers, each of whom craved a victory as much, if not more than I did…
When you watch any game with friends, inane conversations, conversations you look back on and ask why they were had, are inevitable… As Brutus – South Campus version, made the rounds (posing for pictures, hugging the bunnies), one of those conversations occurred between Emily and Sytease… Both are bunnies, both are employed by McFadden’s, and both look like they won the genetic lottery… Yet, as the second half of the second quarter unfolds, they stood there talking about what was wrong with themselves… Let me say, there is nothing wrong with either and if there is a male who does find something wrong with them, they should spend a few quality hours in the OSU Medical Center…
Equally as intriguing (and confusing) was this story I must tell, the story about a girl named Lucky (yes, before anyone google’s it, that is the opening line to a Britney Spears song)… Why am I calling her Lucky? Because I don’t want to reveal her real name and because she actually reminds me of the girl in that song…
Lucky has a boyfriend, but not really, a guy she dates (the same one), but they fight a lot, so I guess this makes her technically single, but she doesn’t go out with anyone else, but she is married on a social networking site to one of her gay friends… If you are lost reading that, it’s not because you are hung over, its because its random as hell…
As the second half progressed, initially with Texas dominating into a 17-6 lead, then into an energy intoxicating comeback as Ohio State pushed ahead 21-17, the passion and the quirkiness of everyone watching was on full display… mine included… I don’t know how you are when you watch a game, but I can’t sit still… I leaned onto a friend, who for luck was holding onto his buckeye necklace the whole time… The bouncer bit his lip; the bunny bartender stared toward the television and then buried her head in her coworker’s shoulder… The intensity of those moments was everything this city is about and nothing that this city could deal with… And then it happened… The strains of Don’t Stop Believing (which was, I thought, an appropriate choice, as it sends the signal that there is always next year) began and the bar began to let out with our season over at 10-3…
I have to update one situation prior to close… I mentioned on twitter that were multiple police cars outside of McFadden’s… there were six… for what I do not know, as only one arrest was made… and as I left, there were multiple police in front of the South Campus garage… clearly something went or was going down, that I have no idea about…
I know some of you are to this point in the reading and you’re asking yourself, why didn’t he talk about the game… I could’ve spent this entire wrap analyzing, lamenting, and rehashing… but why? We all watched the game or followed the game on twitter… Why double the sour taste we already have in our mouths? Why heap additional disappointment onto what was clearly a disappointing season?
Field of Despair
Technically, I received this prior to kickoff and likely should have posted it then… However, I was already into my first drink at McFadden’s… With that said, this is an amazing photo and I thought you’d enjoy…
Photo: Scott Terna
Monday, January 5, 2009
O-H-I-O
Once again Columbus, we’ve given you the info… Get out tonight, cheer, drink, and scream and let’s make this Texas game look like the last one (remember 2006)… We will have photographers covering everyone we did promos for… So smile… You never know which pics I’ll pick…
Also, Gossip Cbus will be live via twitter tonight from McFadden’s and we have major announcements on Frog Bear and Wild Boar and Lodge Bar events upcoming… Until we score our last touchdown tonight, you know you love me…
Also, Gossip Cbus will be live via twitter tonight from McFadden’s and we have major announcements on Frog Bear and Wild Boar and Lodge Bar events upcoming… Until we score our last touchdown tonight, you know you love me…
Rain, Rain, Go Away
10 TV: Freezing rain and sleet will overspread the region from the southwest late tonight into Tuesday. The precipitation may briefly start out mixing with snow. Freezing rain falling on very cold ground will result in ice accumulations of one to two tenths of an inch.
Temperatures will gradually warm Tuesday, but may remain below freezing or just at freezing through the afternoon. The ice accumulation will result in hazardous travel conditions, especially on untreated roads, bridges and overpasses.
Rain could freeze late Monday night into Tuesday morning. Untreated surfaces could become icy. Any ice accumulation is expected to be less than 1/4 inch, so a major ice storm is not expected.
Untreated roads and walk ways could become icy. Ice accumulations should be less than 1/4 inch. Allow extra time for travel on Tuesday, especially Tuesday morning. Surface temperatures should be at freezing, or slightly above, by Tuesday afternoon.
Live Doppler 10 chief meteorologist Chris Bradley said in Columbus, skies will be clear on Monday evening, with overnight lows dropping to 24 degrees. Rain will move into central Ohio during the early morning hours on Tuesday, with a mix of snow, freezing rain and rain developing after 8 a.m.
Bradley said that areas to the north of Columbus will have a better chance for snow, while areas to the south will see mainly sleet and freezing rain. Most precipitation will turn to rain during the afternoon hours as temperatures approach 36 degrees. Another round of snowfall will be possible on Wednesday. We'll hit our daytime high of 38 degrees early, with temperatures falling throughout the day.
Temperatures will gradually warm Tuesday, but may remain below freezing or just at freezing through the afternoon. The ice accumulation will result in hazardous travel conditions, especially on untreated roads, bridges and overpasses.
Rain could freeze late Monday night into Tuesday morning. Untreated surfaces could become icy. Any ice accumulation is expected to be less than 1/4 inch, so a major ice storm is not expected.
Untreated roads and walk ways could become icy. Ice accumulations should be less than 1/4 inch. Allow extra time for travel on Tuesday, especially Tuesday morning. Surface temperatures should be at freezing, or slightly above, by Tuesday afternoon.
Live Doppler 10 chief meteorologist Chris Bradley said in Columbus, skies will be clear on Monday evening, with overnight lows dropping to 24 degrees. Rain will move into central Ohio during the early morning hours on Tuesday, with a mix of snow, freezing rain and rain developing after 8 a.m.
Bradley said that areas to the north of Columbus will have a better chance for snow, while areas to the south will see mainly sleet and freezing rain. Most precipitation will turn to rain during the afternoon hours as temperatures approach 36 degrees. Another round of snowfall will be possible on Wednesday. We'll hit our daytime high of 38 degrees early, with temperatures falling throughout the day.
Quick Read
It’s game day. You assume the reporters, who either energize us or inform us, would write as if it’s game day. You would assume their columns would be entertaining and smart. Unfortunately, Monday’s Dispatch never came close to expectations…
With one notable exception, Ken Gordon’s “Something to Prove” (sports front page), which was brilliant, the columns were bland, ridiculous, or in the case of Tim May’s column about bowl match-ups buried on page C5 (what idiot made that decision?)…
The most incredible disappointment of this game day was the front page “No Mo Mojo” story… The story had a great concept. It had monster potential. Unfortunately, there was no color. I kept reading for that one anecdote that I could relate to as someone who endured the last three embarrassing losses, but I could never find it…
The most nauseating column was Bob Hunter’s, which was about an opinion poll… No, I am not kidding… He wrote an entire column on the fact that 90% of people who watch ESPN chose the Longhorns… It was like Hunter arrived today and said to himself, “It’s game day, nothing left to write…”
With one notable exception, Ken Gordon’s “Something to Prove” (sports front page), which was brilliant, the columns were bland, ridiculous, or in the case of Tim May’s column about bowl match-ups buried on page C5 (what idiot made that decision?)…
The most incredible disappointment of this game day was the front page “No Mo Mojo” story… The story had a great concept. It had monster potential. Unfortunately, there was no color. I kept reading for that one anecdote that I could relate to as someone who endured the last three embarrassing losses, but I could never find it…
The most nauseating column was Bob Hunter’s, which was about an opinion poll… No, I am not kidding… He wrote an entire column on the fact that 90% of people who watch ESPN chose the Longhorns… It was like Hunter arrived today and said to himself, “It’s game day, nothing left to write…”
Sunday, January 4, 2009
BREAKING: Hartline Facing Punishment For Curfew Violation
Ohio State’s Brian Hartline will be punished for a team rules violation, Gossip Cbus has learned. According to witnesses, Hartline missed New Year’s curfew. He then engaged in a verbal altercation with an assistant. Hartline will miss between one series and one quarter of Monday night’s Fiesta Bowl, sources familiar with the situation said.
Gimme Some Sugar!
As promised, Gossip Cbus is co-sponsoring a Sugar Bar event… Thursday night. Want more details? When I have them? You’ll have them! Until then, you know you love me…
Fiesta Bowl 2009: McFadden’s
“Cinco de Whatever”Commencement: 7:30
Venue: McFadden’s (South Campus)
Sauza Tequila Drink Specials (All Night)
Fiesta Bowl 2009: Frog Bear & Wild Boar
Commencement: 4:00Venue: Frog Bear & Wild Boar (343 N Front Street)
Table Reservations Available
Drinks (Available All Night)
$10 Margarita Pitchers
$7 Bud Light Pitchers
$3.75 Margaritas
$3 Tequila Slammers
Menu (Available All Night)
$4.95 Cheese Quesadilla
$4.95 Chips & Salsa (endless)
$4.95 Fajita
$1 Tacos
Fiesta Bowl 2009: Lodge Bar
Commencement: 5:00Venue: Lodge Bar (Arena District)
Table Reservations Available
$10 Large Pizzas
Drinks (Available All Night)
$3 Soco Lime Shots
$2 Miller Lite Drafts
Fiesta Bowl 2009: Eddie George’s Grille
Commencement: 11:00 a.m.Venue: Eddie George’s Grille (South Campus)
Fiesta Dinner ($9.99)
2 Tacos
2 Enchiladas (with red sauce)
2 Tamales (with green sauce)
Re-fried Beans
Spanish Rice
Fiesta Sampler ($9.99)
Cheese Quesadilla
Chips & Salsa
Fiesta Potato Skins
Fiesta Free-For-All (3 items for $20)
5 Tacos
Cheese Quesadilla
Mexican Pizza
Nachos
Chips & Salsa
Bean Dip
Additional Menu
$7.99 Mexican Pizza
$7.99 Taco Salad
$1.50 Tacos
$1.50 Tamales
Drinks
$15 Fiesta Margarita Liter
Quick Read
Ken Gordon’s column (sports front page) dissecting and recounting the legacy of the latest Ohio State class was brilliant. It beautifully contrasted the class’ successes (five consecutive Michigan wins and 43 victories overall) with their three crushing national stage defeats (Florida, LSU, and USC).
Gordon and Tim May’s tag team coverage of the Alex Boone-Brian Orakpo clash was also enjoyable. Unfortunately, Bob Hunter erased their good work with his scattered column on the Fiesta Bowl as a referendum on Jim Tressel. The first half of the column was great. The second half was a slobbering and sloppy apology for Tressel and rebuke of Ohio State fans that dare criticize… Bob, once again, you do not work for Ohio State public relations… Don’t spin for them…
An intriguing column (which I found perplexingly laughable) was “Couples’ Big Day Budgets Smaller” (Arts and Life front page)… The story has some insightful statistics concerning catering and wedding amenities… But the quotes were weak and seriously, find me a bride that will truthfully admit to scrimping on their wedding day…
Equally ridiculous was the travel front page’s story on “O-H-I-O” being spelled out worldwide… Didn’t they do a television commercial about that?
Gordon and Tim May’s tag team coverage of the Alex Boone-Brian Orakpo clash was also enjoyable. Unfortunately, Bob Hunter erased their good work with his scattered column on the Fiesta Bowl as a referendum on Jim Tressel. The first half of the column was great. The second half was a slobbering and sloppy apology for Tressel and rebuke of Ohio State fans that dare criticize… Bob, once again, you do not work for Ohio State public relations… Don’t spin for them…
An intriguing column (which I found perplexingly laughable) was “Couples’ Big Day Budgets Smaller” (Arts and Life front page)… The story has some insightful statistics concerning catering and wedding amenities… But the quotes were weak and seriously, find me a bride that will truthfully admit to scrimping on their wedding day…
Equally ridiculous was the travel front page’s story on “O-H-I-O” being spelled out worldwide… Didn’t they do a television commercial about that?
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