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City Council Election 2011: Interview with Matt Ferris

City Council Election 2011: Interview with Matt Ferris

7 Walker / October 20, 2011 12:00 pm

Matt Ferris is one of two Republican challengers for this year’s race for Columbus City Council. Matt ran for the same position two years ago and lost by a very narrow margin. Matt is running on a platform focused on… [Read More]

City Council Election 2011: Interview with Andrew Ginther

City Council Election 2011: Interview with Andrew Ginther

0 Walker / October 20, 2011 10:30 am

Andrew Ginther is not only one of two candidates running for re-election this year for Columbus City Council, but also the President of Council. Ginther currently serves as the chair of the Rules & Reference Committee, has previously served on… [Read More]

City Council Election 2011: Interview with Hearcel Craig

City Council Election 2011: Interview with Hearcel Craig

0 Walker / October 19, 2011 2:00 pm

Hearcel Craig is one of two current Columbus City Councilmembers running for re-election, having served in this position since 2007. Craig, a lifelong resident of Columbus, currently serves as the chair of the Health, Housing & Human Services; Minority, Business… [Read More]

City Council Election 2011: Interview with Robert Bridges

City Council Election 2011: Interview with Robert Bridges

0 Walker / October 19, 2011 1:00 pm

Robert Bridges is one of two Libertarian candidates running for the office of Columbus City Council this November. Robert is running on a platform focused on fiscal responsibility at City Hall, and a reduction in government intrusiveness, specifically as it… [Read More]

City Council Election 2011: Interview with Mark Noble

City Council Election 2011: Interview with Mark Noble

0 Walker / October 18, 2011 2:00 pm

Mark Noble is one of two Libertarian candidates running for Columbus City Council this year, marking a strong showing from third party candidates in this election season. Mark is a Clintonville resident who also currently serves as the chair of… [Read More]

City Council Election 2011: Interview with Zach Klein

City Council Election 2011: Interview with Zach Klein

1 Walker / October 18, 2011 1:00 pm

Zach Klein was appointed to fill an interim seat at Columbus City Council in January, following the departure of previous councilmembers. In addition to his current position on Council, Zach is an attorney for Jones Day, and previously worked for… [Read More]

City Council Election 2011: Interview with Michelle Mills

City Council Election 2011: Interview with Michelle Mills

2 Walker / October 17, 2011 2:30 pm

Michelle Mills was one of two appointees to City Council made in January to replace two outgoing members of council and serve the interim period leading up to November’s election. Michelle continues to serve as the President of St. Stephen’s… [Read More]

City Council Election 2011: Interview with Daryl Hennessy

City Council Election 2011: Interview with Daryl Hennessy

2 Walker / October 17, 2011 2:00 pm

Although all seven Columbus City Council members serve at-large, it’s worth noting that Daryl Hennessy stands proud as the “West Side” candidate, running against opponents that largely hail from the East and North sides of the city. Hennessy is running… [Read More]

Mayoral Election 2011: Interview with Michael B. Coleman

Mayoral Election 2011: Interview with Michael B. Coleman

1 Walker / October 14, 2011 8:01 am

Michael B. Coleman has served the City of Columbus as Mayor since the year 2000, and is currently running for his fourth term. Coleman’s supporters are often quick to point to his leadership on redevelopment projects such as the effort… [Read More]

Mayoral Election 2011: Interview with Earl W. Smith

Mayoral Election 2011: Interview with Earl W. Smith

6 Walker / October 14, 2011 8:00 am

Earl W. Smith is the Republican challenger for Mayor of the City of Columbus. Earl is a lifelong Columbus resident who has served the community as a police officer for more than three decades, in addition to other crime and… [Read More]

Local Artist Spotlight: Kate Morgan

Local Artist Spotlight: Kate Morgan

1 Walker / October 7, 2011 7:00 am

Kate Morgan describes her work as “portraiture”, which is a blend of painting, photography and mixed media. This CCAD graduate maintains a studio space at the Columbus Idea Foundry, a 10,000 square foot creative space for local artists and inventors…. [Read More]

JSDelia Investing in Redevelopment and Neighborhood Pride on the South Side

JSDelia Investing in Redevelopment and Neighborhood Pride on the South Side

2 Walker / October 3, 2011 8:30 am

Community Gardens. Wallscape murals. Historic home renovations. John Delia has got his hands full. This Long Island native moved to Columbus four years ago and has completely immersed himself in the community, and his company JSDelia is working hard on… [Read More]

The 2011 Green Energy Ohio Tour Takes Place This Weekend

The 2011 Green Energy Ohio Tour Takes Place This Weekend

0 Susanna Huang / September 30, 2011 4:10 pm

You’re invited to take the free “Green Energy Ohio Tour” and network with people using renewable energy, energy efficiency and green design. Over 260 open house sites in 137 communities across the state have registered in what will be our… [Read More]

St. James Tavern Turns 15

St. James Tavern Turns 15

9 Melanie McIntyre / September 29, 2011 8:00 am

Michelle Hill never intended to get into the bar business. She was finishing up a psychology degree at The Ohio State University and waiting tables when she was asked to manage St. James Tavern, at 1057 N. 4th St. That… [Read More]

Followup Interview with Department of Public Service on Downtown Patio Issues – Part 1

Followup Interview with Department of Public Service on Downtown Patio Issues – Part 1

0 Walker / August 21, 2011 1:16 pm

Last week, issues between Downtown businesses and The Columbus Department of Public Service came to a boil at a meeting where some heated words were exchanged. Small business owners on Gay Street want to see friendlier practices within the Department… [Read More]