Local Musicians Tia Ward and Asa Simpson-Cole to Host 'One Sound' Community Concert at Lincoln Theater
CCS graduates Tia Ward and Asa Simpson-Cole are hosting "One Sound" on August 18, 2024, a concert in Columbus featuring a live band and local musicians, promoting community and musical diversity.
Trans-Siberian Orchestra's "The Lost Christmas Eve" Tour Set to Electrify Columbus at Nationwide Arena
The Trans-Siberian Orchestra's "The Lost Christmas Eve" tour is stopping in Columbus on December 26th with two shows at Nationwide Arena. Tickets go on sale with presales starting September 5 for fan club members and September 12 for others.
Taylor Swift Takes Ownership: Master Recordings Triumph Could Inspire Artists' Push for Autonomy
Taylor Swift successfully reclaimed her master recordings, a move that highlighted industry power dynamics and artist autonomy, despite the challenges posed by traditional record label structures.
Ohio State Dean Matt Smith's 20,000-Strong Comic Book Collection Showcases the Cultural Impact of Superman
Ohio State University's Newark dean, Matt Smith, with 20,000 comics, highlights the cultural impact of superheroes like Superman and discusses the extensive collection of Superman materials at OSU's Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum.
VIDEO: Columbus Native Mia Barnes Rises to Prominence as a Music Video Director in L.A. with Critically Acclaimed Work
Mia Barnes, a music video director and Columbus City Schools alumna, has gained notoriety for her work, including Sabrina Carpenter's "Feather" music video, which critiques toxic masculinity and promotes female strength.
Abbey Theater of Dublin Presents "Hadestown: Teen Edition" and "Gutenberg! The Musical!" This August
The Abbey Theater of Dublin is set to feature "Hadestown: Teen Edition" and "Gutenberg! The Musical!" in August, with youth actors and comedic elements, respectively, and tickets ranging from $20-$25.
Strongsville High School Alum Sean Bauman Achieves Dream Role in Ohio State University's Marching Band
Sean Bauman from Strongsville High School achieved the honor of dotting the 'I' in Script Ohio as a senior sousaphone player at Ohio State University, after overcoming challenges and multiple rejections from the marching band.
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost Allocates $2 Million in Grants to Combat Opioid Crisis in Jails Across 37 Counties
Ohio allocated $2 million in grants to 37 counties for addiction treatment in jails, adding to a $5.6 million total. These funds support inmate recovery efforts and aim to reduce recidivism and overdoses among the incarcerated population.
Abbey Theater of Dublin Celebrates Fourth Consecutive Win as Favorite Local Theatre at BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards
The Abbey Theater of Dublin won five 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards, including Favorite Local Theatre for the fourth year, with Joe Bishara and Francesca DiFranceso among the individual winners.
South Fourth Street Shakeup: New Nightlife Bet Aims To Jump‑Start Downtown Columbus
The Valley, from Valley Soulz, will begin public events this March in the former El Camino space on South Fourth Street with weekly open‑mics and rotating music nights. The team has permits on file and is sharing its calendar on Instagram.
Queer Pop Phenom Jordy Set To Rock Goodale Park At Columbus Pride 2026
JORDY will headline Stonewall Columbus' Pride Festival on June 20 at Goodale Park, anchoring the festival’s second day. The two-day event includes the Pride March, vendors and community resources across the Short North.



















































































































































































































































