What's up Columbus! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
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Today's riddle: I'm a rock group with 4 members; one member was assassinated. What am I? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Columbus Promise accomplishes its goal of sending more CCS students to college, report says (wosu.org) — Columbus Promise is significantly increasing how many Columbus City Schools graduates enroll at Columbus State Community College, with enrollment and credential numbers roughly doubling since 2022. A new independent report calls the program an "unequivocal success" in boosting college-going, though critics question whether students are choosing community college over potentially stronger four-year options. Local leaders now face decisions about funding, expansion, and improving degree completion.
2. Columbus Partnership taps central Ohio power player as next CEO (cincinnati.com) — Leadership of the influential Columbus Partnership has shifted, with longtime banking executive Corrine Burger named permanent CEO after serving in the interim role. Her appointment signals continuity for the region's business community as she focuses on job growth, investment, and broader prosperity, while the board downplays fallout from former CEO Jason Hall's controversial departure.
3. 17-year-old accused of killing 20-year-old during dispute in Columbus shooting (shorenewsnetwork.com) — Columbus police say a 20-year-old man, Mohamed Musa Mohamed, died after being shot during a late‑August dispute on Lion Drive, and a 17‑year‑old suspect has since been identified and detained. Investigators are still piecing together what happened and are asking anyone with information to contact the Homicide Unit or Central Ohio Crime Stoppers.
4. New OSU President breaks down student opportunities, controversies the university faces (abc6onyourside.com) — Ohio State's new president in Columbus is rolling out major initiatives on AI, entrepreneurship, and internships that could reshape opportunities for local students and employers. He also addressed tuition concerns, a major sex abuse settlement, calls to remove Les Wexner's name from buildings, and his recent pay raise, signaling big decisions ahead for the university and Columbus community.
5. Ohio recognizes 24 Patriots at awards ceremony (nbc4i.com subscription) — An awards ceremony in Columbus honored 24 Ohioans with the Patriot Award for putting service to others above themselves, while also commemorating the Sept. 11 anniversary. Local readers may recognize statewide public safety leaders being celebrated and are encouraged to reflect on service, sacrifice, and community protection as emphasized by Ohio's attorney general.
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