10 TV: One man was killed and another wounded Tuesday evening in a shooting on the city's north side. The shooting occurred at about 7:30 p.m. at the Breckenridge apartment complex on Shanley Drive near the former Northland Mall site…
Police said two armed men forced their way into the apartment and opened fire. A 21-year-old man died after being transported to a hospital. The other victim, a 19-year-old man, was transported to the Ohio State University Medical Center in critical condition.
Police said witnesses described two men leaving the scene. One man has a tattoo on the side of his neck that says "Chucky." The other man has braids and a chipped tooth.
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Perv Patrol
NBC 4: The Arts and College Preparatory Academy located on South Hamilton Road in Columbus has issued a letter to parents concerning an alleged incident that took place at the school. The incident involved a volunteer at the school allegedly sending inappropriate text messages to ACPA students via his personal cell phone. The letter states that immediately learning of the incident, Columbus police officers were contacted. The volunteer in question was immediately asked to leave ACPA premises and cease contact with any ACPA student. The administration made students aware of the possible inappropriate communication between the volunteer and the students. The investigation continues.
NBC 4: A former city manager pleaded guilty to an importuning charge Tuesday. William H. Nelson Jr., 48, was charged with one count of importuning after he allegedly was communicating in an online chat room with a detective posing as a 14-year-old girl. That was on or about Oct. 3, 2008, according to Franklin County Prosecuting Attorney Ron O’Brien. Nelson allegedly arranged to meet the “girl” at a Grove City restaurant. Nelson was arrested upon arrival at the determined meeting location. Nelson pleaded guilty to the charge, a felony 5, in a Franklin County courtroom before Judge Charles Schneider Tuesday.
NBC 4: A former city manager pleaded guilty to an importuning charge Tuesday. William H. Nelson Jr., 48, was charged with one count of importuning after he allegedly was communicating in an online chat room with a detective posing as a 14-year-old girl. That was on or about Oct. 3, 2008, according to Franklin County Prosecuting Attorney Ron O’Brien. Nelson allegedly arranged to meet the “girl” at a Grove City restaurant. Nelson was arrested upon arrival at the determined meeting location. Nelson pleaded guilty to the charge, a felony 5, in a Franklin County courtroom before Judge Charles Schneider Tuesday.
Quick Read
“Obama’s Overhaul” (on the President’s announcement concerning the automotive industry), leads the front page with great graphics… Equally great are Robert Vitale’s outstanding piece on more potential city layoffs (metro front) and Joe Hallet’s excellent piece on the potential redrawing of Ohio Congressional lines (B5).
Jim Weiker types a mostly great feature on two Columbus’ architects, who are finalists for the African-American History Museum…. And Flipside features an entertaining piece comparing the Academy Awards, the Kids Choice Awards, and the MTV Movie Awards… Unfortunately, Michael Arace column on the Blue Jackets playoff push is asinine (Arace, at this point, should really renounce his right to earn a living as a journalist)…
Jim Weiker types a mostly great feature on two Columbus’ architects, who are finalists for the African-American History Museum…. And Flipside features an entertaining piece comparing the Academy Awards, the Kids Choice Awards, and the MTV Movie Awards… Unfortunately, Michael Arace column on the Blue Jackets playoff push is asinine (Arace, at this point, should really renounce his right to earn a living as a journalist)…
Monday, March 30, 2009
INVITE: New Kids on the Block Pre & Post Concert Parties
Calendar: April 3Commencement: 4:00
Venue: Frog Bear & Wild Boar (343 N Front Street)
Cost: Free Admission with Ticket Stub
Pre-Concert Appearance
Chris Davis (WNCI)
Performances
Bubba Deluxe
DJ Nohbody
INVITE: The Other Paper Blue Jackets Pre-Game Party
Commencement: 5:00Venue: Frog Bear & Wild Boar (343 N Front Street)
Reservations: Frog Bear Bar
Blue Jackets vs. Predators Ticket Contest
Lane Avenue Icon Closes
10 TV: The Holiday Inn on the Lane closed its doors for good on Monday afternoon, but it didn't happen without a little difficulty. “We had to find the keys to lock the door because it's never been locked,” said Marty Sims, food and beverage director at the hotel. “It's never been locked since we've been here.”
The hotel -- which has hosted everything from Saturday tailgate parties to families visiting campus -- will be coverted into a student dormitory… Campus Partners paid $19 million for the hotel. Renovations are expected to cost about $6 million… The new dorm is expected to house 480 students when it reopens this fall.
The hotel -- which has hosted everything from Saturday tailgate parties to families visiting campus -- will be coverted into a student dormitory… Campus Partners paid $19 million for the hotel. Renovations are expected to cost about $6 million… The new dorm is expected to house 480 students when it reopens this fall.
OSU: More Millions Banked
10 TV: Ohio State announced on Monday that it has sold the media rights for its sports programs in a deal valued at nearly $128 million. The 10-year deal is the largest athletics multimedia rights guarantee in collegiate sports history, according to the university. The contract with IMG College and RadiOhio includes $110 million in guarantees.
The partnership will manage all rights associated with publishing, radio game play-by-play and coaches' shows and live and delayed television and coaches' TV shows excluded from the Big Ten Conference and NCAA contracts. The agreement also includes corporate sponsorships, signage, on-site marketing opportunities and coaches' endorsements. According to the university, the deal will help restore part of the $1.2 million in budget cuts to its 36 sports programs this year.
The partnership will manage all rights associated with publishing, radio game play-by-play and coaches' shows and live and delayed television and coaches' TV shows excluded from the Big Ten Conference and NCAA contracts. The agreement also includes corporate sponsorships, signage, on-site marketing opportunities and coaches' endorsements. According to the university, the deal will help restore part of the $1.2 million in budget cuts to its 36 sports programs this year.
Hostage Crisis Ends Sans Incident
10 TV: A man was taken into custody Monday morning after police said he held a woman and infant hostage inside an east side apartment. Police received a call at about 9:30 a.m. about a woman who was being held against her will at Eastland on the Lake apartments, located on Lakeside Street….
When SWAT officers arrived, they said the man had barricaded himself in the apartment, with the woman and infant inside. Investigators said the man has a violent history and was throwing things off the balcony and made threats against officers... People living in the apartment complex were told to stay inside and keep their doors locked.
Officers forced their way into the apartment shortly before 11 a.m. They struggled with the man and were forced to use a Taser to get him under control… The man was taken into custody and was transported to the hospital for evaluation. The woman and infant were not injured in the ordeal.
When SWAT officers arrived, they said the man had barricaded himself in the apartment, with the woman and infant inside. Investigators said the man has a violent history and was throwing things off the balcony and made threats against officers... People living in the apartment complex were told to stay inside and keep their doors locked.
Officers forced their way into the apartment shortly before 11 a.m. They struggled with the man and were forced to use a Taser to get him under control… The man was taken into custody and was transported to the hospital for evaluation. The woman and infant were not injured in the ordeal.
Quick Read
After a week off, our daily dissection returns with a rare treat… The opportunity to both congratulate and criticize a journalist within the same edition… Mark Ferenchick’s story (metro) on a significant oversight lapse (brought to you by Mayor Coleman), which cost taxpayers is excellent… Regrettably, Ferenchik’s feature (front page) on the city cutting property investigators, which features a great title and photo, falls flat after five paragraphs…
Mike Pramik types the edition’s most interesting story (business) on the renovation of Ohio State’s Cunz Hall…. Ken Gordon’s (sports) discussion of Ohio State’s Lady Buckeyes is dull, but solid…. Unfortunately, Bob Hunter is once again ridiculous, with an entire column on how one play can change a game (seriously)…
Also, who wrote the headline about Michigan State mauling Louisville… The front page screaming headline makes you think that the Spartans were a 15 defeating a 2, instead of a 2 over 1… (An upset which I am sure the selection committee thought implausible)…
Mike Pramik types the edition’s most interesting story (business) on the renovation of Ohio State’s Cunz Hall…. Ken Gordon’s (sports) discussion of Ohio State’s Lady Buckeyes is dull, but solid…. Unfortunately, Bob Hunter is once again ridiculous, with an entire column on how one play can change a game (seriously)…
Also, who wrote the headline about Michigan State mauling Louisville… The front page screaming headline makes you think that the Spartans were a 15 defeating a 2, instead of a 2 over 1… (An upset which I am sure the selection committee thought implausible)…
Sunday, March 29, 2009
INVITE: New Kids on the Block Concert After Party
Calendar: April 3Commencement: 10:00
Venue: Park Street Patio & Sugar Bar (525 & 533 Park Street)
Appearance
Donnie Wahlberg
INVITE: Celebrity Bartender Competition
Calendar: April 2Commencement: 7:00
Conclusion: 10:00
Venue: Park Street Patio (533 Park Street)
Reservations: 571-6983 (Scott Polgar)
Complimentary Buffet (7 - 8:30 p.m.)
Photographs Available
Bartenders
Mike Commodore
Jimmy Jam
Kirk Herbstreit
Kent Merker
Rick Nash
Proceeds Benefit
Columbus Police Baseball
Get Behind the Badge
Co-Sponsors
Columbus Alive
Dream Seats
Portman, Foley, & Flint
Unishippers
INVITE: O-Bowl Patio Party
Calendar: April 2 & 3Commencement: 5:00
Venue: McFadden’s (South Campus)
Hot Dog Eating Contest ($50 Tab Prize)
Free Hot Dogs (6 – 8 p.m.)
Drinks (Available All Night)
$15 O-Bowls
$5 Domestic Pitchers
INVITE: Beer Pong Tournament
Calendar: April 4Commencement: 8:00
Venue: McFadden’s (South Campus)
Cost: $15 (Includes Beer Pitcher)
Reservations: Beta Pong
Winners Receive: $500
Second Receives: Port-O-Pong Table
Co-Sponsors
Beta Pong
Port-O-Pong
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: It’s the final two weeks of the Blue Jackets season. Do you have any coverage planned?
A: With Easter in two weeks and the heavy event schedule, and the fact that they have to series in the final two weeks with teams, we will not be covering every game. However, we will cover as much of these critical two weeks as possible. Check the website for coverage information.
Q: You’ve featured several events for the first week in April. Will you be covering them all?
A: While our schedule (like anyone’s schedule) remains subject to change… We will have coverage of (at least) the Celebrity Bartender Competition, the Donnie Wahlberg appearance, and the Beer Pong tournament.
Q: I’m a huge Clippers fan. How extensive will your coverage of the team and it’s new park be?
A: As with all Columbus franchises, our coverage of the team itself will remain unscheduled. We will cover specific notable contests and the social aspect. Also, as with the Jackets, if the team is a contender, our coverage will increase.
Q: It’s the final two weeks of the Blue Jackets season. Do you have any coverage planned?
A: With Easter in two weeks and the heavy event schedule, and the fact that they have to series in the final two weeks with teams, we will not be covering every game. However, we will cover as much of these critical two weeks as possible. Check the website for coverage information.
Q: You’ve featured several events for the first week in April. Will you be covering them all?
A: While our schedule (like anyone’s schedule) remains subject to change… We will have coverage of (at least) the Celebrity Bartender Competition, the Donnie Wahlberg appearance, and the Beer Pong tournament.
Q: I’m a huge Clippers fan. How extensive will your coverage of the team and it’s new park be?
A: As with all Columbus franchises, our coverage of the team itself will remain unscheduled. We will cover specific notable contests and the social aspect. Also, as with the Jackets, if the team is a contender, our coverage will increase.
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