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Good morning to you Columbus! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Columbus renters struggling with repairs? Here's what you can actually do
  • How LifeTown's new AI "Super Buddy" could change local classrooms
  • Why a nearby suburb's camera pause could matter in Columbus

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Today's riddle: What is the difference between black eyed peas and chick peas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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  • Wednesday: Hot with a t-storm in spots, with a high of 90 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: A shower and thunderstorm, temps: high: 86, low: 68.
  • Friday: Periods of sun; less humid, with a high of 81 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. New Quarry tenant '80th in line' for maintenance; dozens contact 6 On Your Side (abc6onyourside.com) — Columbus renters at The Quarry Luxury Apartments say they're still facing unresolved maintenance issues, including air-conditioning problems and leaks, despite repeated requests. The story also highlights how Columbus tenants can document problems, use the city's 311 system, and seek help from Legal Aid if they're considering rent escrow or other legal steps.
   

2. LifeTown Columbus unveils AI hologram that asks students to become the teacher (myfox28columbus.com) — LifeTown Columbus in nearby New Albany has launched "Super Buddy," an AI hologram that asks students to explain what they've just learned, boosting engagement and confidence for Central Ohio kids. With support from Gov. Mike DeWine and local districts like Whitehall City Schools, the program is already serving about 70 students daily and could expand into drug prevention, resilience, and mental health lessons.
   

3. Hilliard City Council pauses Flock camera program amid privacy concerns (10tv.com) — Nearby Hilliard's city council has unanimously paused its Flock license plate reader camera program while officials study privacy, misuse, and recent controversies in Columbus and Reynoldsburg. For Columbus residents, the move underscores a growing regional rethinking of this surveillance technology and could influence how similar tools are debated and used closer to home.
   

4. Debby Ryan reveals her dream last meal, includes Columbus tastes (dispatch.com) — Columbus resident and actor Debby Ryan is spotlighting several Columbus-area restaurants, a Westerville cafe, and classic Ohio treats as part of her dream "last meal" on the YouTube and Netflix series "Last Meals." She praises Columbus as a creative, food-forward city while sharing how local flavors fit alongside dishes from her life in Alabama, Germany, Texas, and Ohio.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Yesterday, I was sad.
    So naturally, I got a sammy from Katzinger's, and took myself for a walk in German Village. I got a new camera recently and took some pics of flowers… (Nextdoor Woodland Park)
  • Dear neighbors on Zollinger Rd, between Kioka and Riverside, I am missing my cat (stray cat we adopted a few years ago).
    She's been wanting to run around, but always returned, but today she did not come back. If you see her, please, please, let me know! Please text any… (Nextdoor River Ridge)
  • Sweeping Corporation of America, Inc. posted a job opening for Porter - Full Time in Columbus. Apply here.
  • National Church Residences Senior Living Communities posted a job opening for Activities Assistant/Life Enrichment-Part Time - 30 hours per week - in Columbus. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Columbus here.

Ok Columbus! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Black eyed peas can sing us a song but chick peas can only hummus one. (Thank you Bev H. for sending it in!)
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