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4 days ago
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Five-story apartment building nears construction in Franklinton
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A vacant Columbus lot down the street from the Gravity development in Franklinton may soon be home to a new five-story apartment building. Grateful Development Partners, a central Ohio-based development company, is advancing plans to build a mixed-use residential building at 550 W. Broad St. in Franklinton. Once completed, the complex will house 64 apartments on the top four floors, and a ground floor retail alongside a 42-space parking garage. How a small town was revamped into 'Ohio's most loveable downtown' 'We are committed to addressing the affordable housing crisis by creating both accessible and desirable projects,' Grateful states on its site. 'We specialize in developing mixed-use properties that blend residential, commercial, and recreational spaces in a way that enhances the quality of life for our neighborhoods.' Chris Gump, partner at Grateful, confirmed to NBC4 the company is hoping to begin construction by end of the summer. The development company's project was reviewed one last time by the East Franklinton Review Board on May 28, which approved the landscaping and lighting proposed for the complex. The five-story building was first presented in May last year to the review board, who applauded the proposal and said it 'enhances the area's urban character.' Grateful returned to the review board in July and then again in August for the building's approval. More than 400,000 Ohioans see driver's license suspensions lifted under new law Before construction can begin on the new structure, crews will need to demolish a one-story building that has long sat vacant on the property. The site is just a block away from Gravity, a sprawling residential complex that recently sold several buildings part of its second phase for a combined $78 million. Since then, these former Gravity properties have been rebranded to 'Horizon West' and are now under the management of a Columbus-based investment firm named Coastal Ridge Real Estate. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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13-06-2025
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Columbus celebrates 614 Day with massive block party on 10th anniversary
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Saturday, June 14 is 614 Day in Columbus, an official city holiday that nods to the 614 central Ohio area code and honors the 'CBUS' culture. 614 Day organizers have announced this year's community party will be bigger and better than ever to mark the 10th anniversary. According to the 614 Day website, the tradition began in 2015 with a small gathering at Seventh Son Brewing as a casual 'Sunday Funday' that 'quickly evolved into something more meaningful and intentional through the collaborative efforts of multiple community leaders.' The celebration has grown over the years to include deals, offers and events from area restaurants, retailers and other Columbus-centric businesses taking part. Its simple mission is 'to champion all things local in Columbus.' The cornerstone event for 2025 is a block party in Franklinton around Land-Grant Brewing Company and surrounding streets from noon to 9 p.m. Organizers are expecting more than 10,000 attendees. The event will feature: • Live sets by Columbus-based musicians and DJs• Local vendors representing the city's thriving entrepreneurial spirit• Food trucks and culinary moments inspired by the diverse tastes of our neighborhoods• Creative activations and interactive art installations that spark joy, connection, and conversation• Storytelling and community spotlights honoring the people shaping our city 614 Day stage(Land-Grant Stage)• Noon: A+ Arts Academy Drum Line• 12:30 p.m.: School of Rock• 1:45 p.m.: Stephen Stringz Quartet• 3 p.m.: Announcements & Awards• 3:30 p.m.: CHRIS.• 4:15 p.m.: Zoo Trippin'• 5:45 p.m.: 10 years of 614 Day video• 6:14 p.m.: 614 Day Toast• 6:15 p.m.: DrippDaDon• 7:30 p.m.: MojoFlo• 9:15 p.m.: Ft. RnB Gravity Stage• Noon: M is for Motion• 1 p.m.: COSI + DJ IQ• 3 p.m.: Krate Digga• 4 p.m.: HIPS• 5 p.m.: Thrivin + DJ Risio• 6 p.m.: Satele• 7 p.m.: KMBSpoken Word Tent• Noon: 614 Day Founders Live• 1 p.m.: D.L. Augustine Presents• 3 p.m.: JOKEMANJAYE PRESENTS: the 614 Day Comedy Showcase• 4:30 p.m.: 614 Link• 6 p.m.: Live from The Attic Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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03-06-2025
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Big Lots reopening another 80 stores. Which ones are in Ohio? See the full list
The Big Lots comeback under new ownership is growing. Variety Wholesalers plans to reopen nearly 80 stores in nine states on June 5, USA TODAY reports. The company, which bought 219 Big Lots stores in February during bankruptcy proceedings for the Columbus-based retailer, has already reopened 139 locations in April and May and is operating the stores under the Big Lots name. Which stores in Ohio are coming back? Here's what to know. Ohio stores that will reopen June 5, as reported by USA TODAY, are: Akron: 1890 West Market Street Akron: 426 East Waterloo Road Barberton: 241 W. Wooster Road Canton: 1336 Whipple Avenue N.W. Cincinnati: 3640 Werk Road Cleveland: 12588 Rockside Road Cuyahoga Falls: 405 Howe Ave. Gallipolis: 400 Silver Bridge Plaza Harrison: 10560 Harrison Ave. Marietta: 110 S. 7th Street Mentor: 8489 Market St. South Point: 367 County Road 406 Wheelersburg: 9025 Ohio River Road Also, one store in Kentucky will reopen June 5: Bowling Green: 3000 Scottsville Road Variety Wholesalers is reopening Big Lots stores in nine states on June 5, including locations in Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia. Here is the full list of locations: With the June 5 openings, Variety Wholesalers will have reopened all their Big Lots stores in Ohio. In all, Variety bought more than two dozen locations, including: Akron: 426 East Waterloo Road (reopening June 5) Akron: 1890 W. Market St. (reopening June 5) Alliance: 1965 W. State St. (reopened May 1) Barberton: 241 W. Wooster Road (reopening June 5) Bridgeport: 56104 National Road (reopened May 1) Canton: 1336 Whipple Ave. NW (reopening June 5) Cincinnati: 3640 Werk Road (reopening June 5) Cleveland: 12588 Rockside Road (reopening June 5) Columbus: 2837 Winchester Pike (reopened May 15) Columbus: 4260 West Broad St. (reopened May 15) Cuyahoga Falls: 405 Howe Ave. (reopening June 5) Elyria: 825 Cleveland St. (reopened May 15) Fremont: 1800 E. State St. (reopened May 15) Gallipolis: 400 Silver Bridge Plaza (reopening June 5) Grove City: 3961 Hoover Road (reopened May 15) Harrison: 10560 Harrison Ave. (reopening June 5) Kettering: 2050 E. Dorothy Lane (reopened May 15) Lancaster: 1700 E Main St. (reopened May 15) Marietta: 110 S. 7th St. (reopening June 5) Mentor: 8489 Market St. (reopening June 5) New Philadelphia: 408 Bluebell Drive NW (reopened May 1) Reynoldsburg: 6300 E. Livingston Ave. (reopened May 1) South Point: 367 County Road 406 (reopening June 5) Toledo: 3946 W. Alexis Road (reopened May 15) Warren: 4331 Mahoning Ave. NW (reopened May 1) Wintersville: 498 Cadiz Road (reopened May 1) Wheelersburg: 9025 Ohio River Road (reopening June 5) Youngstown: 7100 South Ave. (reopened May 1) "We're thrilled to bring the Big Lots brand back to life by offering more deals than ever, lots of famous brands and a new apparel department for the entire family,' Lisa Seigies, president and CEO of Variety Wholesalers, said in an April press release. 'We're opening stores quickly so we can serve the community. We know the stores won't be perfect to start, but each week we'll add more new products as we build towards the grand opening celebration in the fall.' Ollie's Bargain Outlet of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, announced in March it was acquiring 40 Big Lots locations across the country, including four in Ohio. The four Ohio locations are: Middletown: 4633 Roosevelt Blvd. Bowling Green: 818 S. Main St. Chardon: 540 Water St. Findlay: 1925 Tiffin Ave. "Everything about these stores lines up well with our business and growth strategy. These locations are the right size, come with favorable lease terms, are located in existing and adjacent trade areas, and have long serviced value-conscious consumers,' Eric van der Valk, president and CEO of Ollie's, said in the release. In all, more than 600 Big Lots locations have closed or will close around the country. Gordon Brothers Retail Partners of Boston, the liquidation firm helping Big Lots through its bankruptcy process, put those leases up for sale in January, the Dispatch previously reported. In Ohio, 56 locations in the state will close. The Big Lots locations in Ohio that will close or already have closed are: Ashtabula: 2466 W. Prospect Road Athens: 918 E. State St. Beachwood: 24295 Chagrin Blvd. Bellefontaine: 1760 S. Main St. Bowling Green: 818 S. Main St. Brunswick: 1733 Pearl Road Cambridge: 1755 Southgate Blvd. Chardon: 540 Water St. Chillicothe: 985 N. Bridge St. Circleville: 201 Lancaster Pike Cleveland: 6282 Pearl Road Cleveland: 14901 Lorain Ave. Columbus: 4260 West Broad St. Columbus: 4645 Morse Centre Road Columbus: 4870 Morse Road Coshocton: 300 Downtowner Plaza Dayton: 164 Woodman Drive Delaware: 159 S. Sandusky St. Dublin: 6569 Sawmill Road Findlay: 1925 Tiffin Ave. East Liverpool: 15977 State Route 170 Fairfield: 4613 Dixie Highway Hartville: 840 W. Maple St. Heath: 851 S. 30th St. Hilliard: 5419 Roberts Road Holland: 1588 Spring Meadows Drive Huber Heights: 5555 Executive Blvd. Jackson: 570 E. Main St. Lebanon: 726 E. Main St. Lima: 2100 Harding Highway Lorain: 1211 Tower Blvd. Marion: 1615 Marion Mount Gilead Road Marysville: 15714 U.S. Highway 36 Miamisburg: 1220 E. Central Ave. Middletown: 4633 Roosevelt Blvd. Milford: 825 Main St. Niles: 5555 Youngstown Warren Road Norwalk: 205 Milan Ave. Ontario: 929 N. Lexington Springmill Road Oregon: 3010 Navarre Ave Parma: 7512 Broadview Road Pickerington: 1171 Hill Road N. Piqua: 1254 E. Ash St. Portsmouth: 2523 Gallia St. Springfield: 205 E. Leffel Lane Strongsville: 15177 Pearl Road Tiffin: 644 W. Market St. Toledo: 3234 Secor Road Trotwood: 5009 Salem Ave. Van Wert: 1155 S. Shannon St. Wadsworth: 160 Great Oaks Trail Willoughby: 35101 Euclid Ave. Wilmington: 1334 Rombach Ave. Wooster: 1925 Cleveland Road Youngstown: 4341 Kirk Road Zanesville: 3515 Maple Ave. In Kentucky, these stores, including three — Bellevue, Covington and Florence — near Cincinnati, are slated to close: Ashland: 711 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Bellevue: 15 E. 6th St. Bowling Green: 3000 Scottsville Road Brandenburg: 777 Bypass Road Corbin: 14659 N. U.S. Highway 25 Covington: 3905 Winston Ave. Florence: 6829 Burlington Pike Frankfort: 1300 U.S. Highway 127 Georgetown: 1651 Paris Pike Glasgow: 942 Happy Valley Road Harlan: 116 Village Center Road Lexington: 820 Lane Allen Road Louisville: 5518 New Cut Road Louisville: 6650 Dixie Highway Louisville: 4121 Shelbyville Road Louisville: 5252 Bardstown Road Mayfield: 1109 Paris Road Maysville: 1162 U.S. Highway 68 Morehead: 370 Kroger Center Murray: 700 N. 12th St. Owensboro: 4610 Frederica St. Paducah: 3200 Irvin Cobb Road Pikeville: 255 Weddington Branch Road Prestonburg: 371 Village Drive Shepherdsville: 445 Highway 44 E. Big Lots filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Sept. 9, 2024, the Dispatch reported previously. The company blamed inflation and high interest rates for taking a toll on its customers. Los Angeles-based investment company Nexus Capital Management had agreed to buy most of its assets, but that deal fell through in December. Gordon Brothers then stepped in to buy Big Lots out of bankruptcy and then sell some of the stores to Variety. Big Lots joins several other national retailers in filing bankruptcy and closing stores in 2025. They include: Joann Fabrics has closed all 850 stores nationwide. JCPenney is closing a handful of stores in eight states. Macy's plans to close 150 stores by 2026, and recently named 66 of those locations. Kohl's is closing 27 "underperforming" stores. This article originally appeared on The Columbus Dispatch: Ohio, Kentucky Big Lots stores among 80 reopening in June. See full list
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02-06-2025
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Hexion plans Dublin research and development lab that will employ 100
Hexion, the Columbus-based adhesives and chemical company, plans to establish a research and development center in Dublin that is expected to employ 100. The company, which traces its roots to 1857, plans to consolidate its five existing research laboratories into one building to bring its chemical engineering, manufacturing and materials science teams under one roof. The concentration is designed to "elevate the company's research capabilities and foster deeper technical collaboration across disciplines," according to a news release announcing the expansion. 'At Hexion, innovation isn't just a commitment — it's our catalyst for transformation and a key part of our long-term growth strategy," Hexion President and CEO Michael Lefenfeld said in the release. "The launch of our new R&D center in Dublin marks a bold leap forward, allowing us to continue to pioneer next-generation solutions that redefine what's possible for customers across the globe.' The company, for decades known as Borden, evolved into a global adhesives, manufacturing automation systems and AI technologies company. The Ohio Tax Credit Authority approved a 10-year tax break for the Dublin expansion, following the city of Dublin's approval of an income tax break for the project. 'Hexion's decision to build an innovation lab in Dublin further positions the city as a center for advanced research and development,' said Dublin Economic Development Administrator Jenna Goehring in the news release. 'This project reflects our continued focus on attracting and supporting companies at the forefront of material science and sustainable technologies." More: Back to life: Hexion emerges from bankruptcy The company cited the state's STEM pipeline as a key factor in its decision. Hexion said hiring will begin immediately and more than 40 employees from the company's existing R&D sites will relocate to the region. Hexion expects the center to reach the 100 employee goal by 2028. The center is expected to generate $11.7 million in new annual payroll. Real estate and Development Reporter Jim Weiker can be reached at jweiker@ and at 614-284-3697. Follow him @JimWeiker This article originally appeared on The Columbus Dispatch: 168-year-old Columbus company plans Dublin expansion Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
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30-05-2025
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Dresden man acquitted on rape charges after his wife was found guilty on lesser charges
ZANESVILLE – A Dresden man has been acquitted on seven sexual abuse charges originating from a three-person sexual relationship in March 2024. The jury found Wesley James Stotts, 40, not guilty on three counts of rape, first-degree felonies; three counts of sexual battery, third-degree felonies; and gross sexual imposition, a fourth-degree felony; according to court documents. The trial ended on May 21. Stotts was indicted on Jan. 8, along with his wife, Ashton Whitney Stotts, 37, who was also accused of the same seven crimes. Ashton was found guilty on three counts of sexual battery after a trial May 29. The case's one female victim alleged that she was drunkenly raped by both during the encounter, noted Samuel H. Shamansky, a Columbus-based attorney representing Stotts. He was also counseled by Donald L. Regensburger. "Wesley was extremely grateful for the manner for which Judge Cottrill ensured a fair trial," Shamansky noted. He also applauded the jury for its ability to follow instructions and produce a fair environment. The prosecutor's office had no comment. Wesley and Ashton were both booked and briefly detained in the Muskingum County Jail Feb. 10 on $100,000 bonds. More: Zanesville police waiting for autopsy results of skeletal remains found on Adams Street Shawn Digity is a reporter for the Zanesville Times Recorder. He can be emailed at sdigity@ or found on X at @ShawnDigityZTR. This article originally appeared on Zanesville Times Recorder: Dresden man not guilty of rape; wife found guilty on lesser charges
