🌰 The Short North might be flashing a warning sign ⚠️

Closures are raising eyebrows, but on other news we found a nightlife spot flying under the radar and plenty of local live music keeping the city alive.

Author

Chuck Kluckhohn
January 20, 2026

Good morning Columbus!

Together With Columbus Northwest Dance Studio

This is the Best Nightlife Spot in Columbus That No One Talks About

There are a lot of places that say they’re welcoming. Columbus Northwest Dance Studio actually is.

Food & Drink

Is the Short North at a Crossroads? Why Recent Closures Feel Like a Warning Sign for Columbus

News Recent Short North closures aren’t a collapse, but they are a warning. Here’s what’s happening and how supporting local can make a difference.

❤️ Love on a leg 🍗

“Love on a leg” is what happens when a turkey leg becomes the main event, and the reason people keep coming back to one of Columbus’ most underrated Black-owned restaurants.

Even better?

There are four more places in this list delivering the same level of flavor.

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Live Music

The Ultimate Guide To Local Live Music In Central Ohio This Month and Beyond

Live music is therapeutic, so do yourself a favor and head out to one of these local concerts in Columbus, Ohio. You'll be glad you did.

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