COhatch strengthens partnership with Partnership


The Worthington Partnership announced that COhatch is furthering its investment in Worthington, partnering on several initiatives. “Together the organizations will continue to drive initiatives to bring positive attention to the historic district and support professional development and educational seminars for local merchants and business owners,” officials stated in a press release. COhatch will provide funding, venues and staffing resources to […]

Thomas makes sure the show goes on


While life during the COVID-19 pandemic has been difficult to predict, one staple program at Thomas Worthington High School has kept things business (almost) as usual. The high school’s theater program, founded in the late 1980s, had three shows scheduled to be performed during the fall season, and each one has gone ahead as scheduled – although without an audience. […]

Greeson anticipates a full 2021


Despite facing many challenges in 2020, the city of Worthington has persevered and is looking forward to brighter days in 2021. Worthington City Manager Matt Greeson last month sat down with the Worthington Spotlight to reflect on 2020 and discuss big plans for 2021. “COVID-19 was obviously a big part of 2020,” Greeson said. “Like everyone else, we went into […]

Doll gift has special meaning for new residents


It was a small act of kindness that touched a Worthington girl’s heart in a big way. Miriel Reneau, a Worthington mother of three, opened her front door early last month and found a package. Inside was a gift for her daughter Rosie – a Barbie doll. But it wasn’t just any Barbie doll. This doll was special because this […]

Restaurants serve up romantic options to go


Like most recent holidays, Valentine’s Day will look a bit different this year thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic and related stay-at-home guidelines to slow spread of the disease. Fewer restaurants are offering the classic dine-in candlelight dinners. But there are still options for carryout romantic meals! The Whitney House, 666 High St., is offering a carryout-only dinner for two on […]

Do for others to shake off your seasonal blues


Winter can be a challenge in the best of times. The lack of warmth and light can lead to feelings of depression and melancholy. This winter, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to keep friends and family separated, staving off the blues will be even more difficult than usual for many of us. So, how will we get through this troubling […]