MLK commemoration to remain virtual this year

The Worthington community plans to honor and celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Jan. 17. Because of ongoing COVID-19 concerns, there will be no in-person audience for the annual MLK Community Celebration. For the second year in a row, the entire program will be available to watch virtually. This year’s commemoration will start at 11 a.m. […]

Super Bowling set for Feb. 5

Residents looking for a great way to beat the winter blahs — and want to help local high school students receive scholarships — can sign up for the Dublin-Worthington Rotary Club’s Super-Bowling Saturday fundraiser on Feb. 5. The event will be held from noon to 4 p.m. at the Columbus Square Bowling Palace, 5707 Forest Hills Blvd., near the intersection […]

MAC brings ‘Post No Ills’ to Worthington


The McConnell Arts Center is starting 2022 with an exciting and timely exhibition. Lance Johnson, well known for his aerosol artwork that celebrates urban life, opens his art show “Post No Ills” at the MAC, this January. “Post No Ills is a declaration to celebrate and center inspiration,” Johnson said. “Using our platform as creatives to inspire the world with […]

Kemper provides classic car for Love’s passion


Ralph Love, 94, leaned into the engine bay of the 1957 Ford Fairlane he is helping to restore. He did not have to search long for the correctly sized wrench. He knew it by sight, and knew the brand of carburetor, too. “Yep, that’s a Holley,” he confirmed to another car guy nearby. That “other” car guy is Greg Cini, […]

UMCH property back in limbo


For many years, residents have wondered, discussed and even disagreed about what should happen to the 37.8-acre site that housed the former United Methodist Children’s Home. The community will need to wait, wonder and discuss some more. The most recent development application for 1022 High St. filed by LifeStyle Communities was a mixed-use plan that included retail and restaurant space, […]

City postpones Police Citizens Academy

The Worthington Division of Police Citizens Academy was scheduled to return this month, but the ongoing surge in COVID-19 cases prompted a postponement for now. Here is the statement posted on the city’s web site: “The Worthington Division of Police has been monitoring the COVID-19 situation. Due to the high level of community spread and increased case numbers, the Police […]

Daughters honor deceased veterans with wreaths

Worthington Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution hosted their fourth Wreaths Across America program on Saturday, Dec. 18, at Worthington Presbyterian Church. The group was joined by members of the VFW Post 2398, the American Legion Post 239 and Matt Lofy, director of the Worthington Area Chamber of Commerce, to place ceremonial wreaths representing branches of the military. Color Guard was provided by Scouts of BSA Troop 268. […]

Road to Toastmasters’ titles begins this month

Most people hear the phrase “World Champion” and probably think about sports, such as the Olympics. However, every winter kicks off the season to find the World Champion of Public Speaking. This is an event put on by Toastmasters International, an organization dedicated to improving public speaking and leadership skills. It is not easy to become a world champion. There […]

Demolition paves way for new Aldi store


A new Aldi store at 5455 N. High St. is another step closer to reality, as demolition has been completed of the building that formerly houses the American Heart Association of Central Ohio. Plans for the new grocery store have been in the works for a couple of years, eventually recommended for approval by the Clintonville Area Commission members last […]