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Gary Seman Jr. @ThisWeekGary

Sharing news from central Ohio, and occasionally Cleveland.

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Check it out: #Clintonville ghost kitchen to open in a few short weeks with room for 22 vendors. It's opening in the site of the former Clintonville Outfitters. @maker_kitchens @ClintonvilleAC @TheCRC dispatch.com/story/business/…

Clintonville cloud kitchen could house 22 vendors

Maker Kitchens, part of a Los Angeles-based development group, is taking over the former Clintonville Outfitters space at 2864 N. High St.

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Is a large portion of #Northland a food desert? Some local officials think so. @LocalMattersOrg #NorthlandCommunityCouncil. dispatch.com/story/news/loca…

Northland food desert in need of a grocery store, officials say

The Northland Community Council wants to bring a grocer back to the area of East Dublin-Granville Road and Busch Boulevard.

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Sushi is a big draw at Blue Ginger Asian Fusion Bistro on Sawmill Road. @88Sushi dispatch.com/story/entertain…

Roll call: Five must-try sushi dishes at Blue Ginger

Blue Ginger Asian Fusion Bistro offers Japanese, Thai, Indonesian and Chinese cuisines - some with modern touches.

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News from @NewAlbanyOhio - Annexation and rezoning requested for 403 acres in New Albany International Business Park. dispatch.com/story/news/loca…

New Albany: Proposed annexation from Jersey Township could add 403 acres to business park

The city of New Albany is looking to annex roughly 403 acres from Jersey Township to add to the New Albany International Business Park.

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President Teddy Roosevelt inspires new bar @BridgeParkOhio. @FourEG opens @RooseveltRoomOH dispatch.com/story/entertain…

Hail to the chief: Former prez is namesake of Bridge Park's Roosevelt Room

The Roosevelt Room has opened in Bridge Park.

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Check out what's happening at @scaliristorante in @Reynoldsburg_OH Old-school Italian for 30 years. dispatch.com/story/entertain…

Old-school Italian food a mainstay at Scali Ristorante for nearly 30 years

Celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2023, Scali Ristorante is a family-style restaurant where diners can rely on consistency and friendly hosts.

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Sushi burritos, sushi donuts part of the lineup at Roll On In, opening soon in Lewis Center and Hamilton Quarter. Ownership also looking at @GrandviewOhio and @shortnorth. dispatch.com/story/business/…

New sushi concept rolling into town, offering burritos, bowls and more

Roll On In sushi restaurants planned for Lewis Center, Hamilton Quarter.

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Five must-try dishes @MAZAH_EATERY on Grandview Avenue. dispatch.com/story/entertain…

5 must-try dishes at Mazah Mediterranean Eatery on Grandview Avenue

Founder and chef Maggie Ailabouni uses traditional recipes from her family, which has Lebanese roots.

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News from @NewAlbanyOhio - @AldiUSA opening local grocery store TOMORROW. Doors open at 9 a.m. @NewAlbanyChambr dispatch.com/story/news/loca…

Aldi brings novel shopping experience to New Albany

Aldi, one of America’s fastest growing retailers, is to open at 9 a.m. Dec. 22 at 895 Johnstown Road.

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News from #Clintonville: @Starbucks moving into Graceland Shopping Center. See where. @CASTOinfo dispatch.com/story/news/loca…

Starbucks to replace vacant fitness center in Graceland

Starbucks is to replace the vacant Victory Fitness Center in the Graceland Shopping Center.

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Local pizza guys quickly open two more stores. @ShortysZaNGrowl @ShortysDelaware dispatch.com/story/business/…

Shorty's Pizza opens two new spots

Shorty's Pizza is gaining stature in the central Ohio pie community.

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First look: @ParisBanhmi Buckeyes - More than Vietnamese sandwiches at this Sawmill Restaurant. Ever heard of artichoke tea? Pastries and croissant sandwiches too. dispatch.com/story/entertain…

Owner: 'Baguette and pate' give Paris Banh Mi Buckeyes edge over competitors

Here's what to expect at the new Vietnamese restaurant.

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From @CityOfGahanna: City finances rebound earlier than expected from COVID, outlook good for 2023. dispatch.com/story/news/loca…

Gahanna City Budget: Financial forecast rosy for 2023

The city of Gahanna’s economic outlook has improved faster than anticipated, and local officials are optimistic the momentum can carry into 2023.

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News from @NewAlbanyOhio - The city is in the process of purchasing 74 acres of land for $3.85 million. Some of the property will be donated to the Rocky Fork Metro Park. dispatch.com/story/news/loca…

New Albany to donate land to Rocky Fork Metro Park

The city of New Albany is donating a piece of land to the metro park in the area, according to a Dec. 13 decision by City Council.

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Worthington @PizzaPrimo614 has added Big Apple Breakfast Co., offering a limited number of grab-and-go breakfast items during weekdays. dispatch.com/story/business/…

East Coast breakfast company joins Worthington pizzeria

The Big Apple Breakfast Co. has opened inside Worthington Pizza Primo and is open from 7 to 11 a.m. weekdays, separate from the pizzeria's hours.

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See where more restaurant space is planned in #Clintonville. dispatch.com/story/news/loca…

More restaurant space in the works in Clintonville

The owner of the professional building at 3400 N. High St. is seeking variances to allow for the construction of a first‐floor restaurant.

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The Clintonville Area Business Association has doubled its rolls since announcing a membership drive in March. @ClintonvilleAC @TheCRC dispatch.com/story/news/loca…

CABA means business: Organization doubles rolls during membership drive

Nancy Kuhel has helped CABA grow to almost triple digits since March.

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For something completely random but fun: Q&A with Sadaya "Daisy" Lewis of @MSouthernTable. Hint - She loves Prince. dispatch.com/story/lifestyle…

Q&A: Owner of Modern Southern Table inspired by grandmothers, rock royalty

Sadaya "Daisy" Lewis talks about her restaurant, love of Prince.

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Also new this week: @jlauck1941 with an excerpt from "The Good Country: A History of the American Midwest" @OUPress historynewsnetwork.org/artic…

Rediscovering the Lost Midwest (Excerpt)

The contemporary troubles of the Midwest shouldn't blind historians and readers to the region's important history as an incubator of a democratic culture. 

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Don't forget: @CharityNewsies will be at Franklin County intersections on Saturday to collect money. dispatch.com/story/news/loca…

Charity Newsies to return to Franklin County intersections Dec. 10

Volunteers for Charity Newsies are to return to Franklin County intersections, a collection method that was scuttled because of COVID.

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