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Hey there, Columbus! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • When can you adopt the hurricane-evacuated dogs at Columbus Humane?
  • What could happen next to Columbus' long-stored Christopher Columbus statue?
  • How will BalletMet reimagine Sheryl Crow's hits on a Columbus stage?

Also on today's calendar: Your Weight Matters Columbus and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Some rain, with a high of 70 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Monday: Partly sunny and warmer, temps: high: 80, low: 62.
  • Tuesday: Very warm, with a high of 85 and low of 62 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Columbus Humane takes in dogs from Alabama ahead of Hurricane Isaias (abc6onyourside.com) — Six dogs evacuated from Alabama ahead of Hurricane Isaias are now safe at Columbus Humane, where they're being evaluated and cared for before adoption. The transport is part of a larger multi-shelter evacuation effort, and Columbus residents are encouraged to watch the shelter's online adoption list for when these dogs become available.
   

2. President Donald Trump calls for Christopher Columbus statue's return to Ohio's capital (wowktv.com) — Columbus is back in the national spotlight as former President Donald Trump urges the city to return its Christopher Columbus statue to a prominent public spot, even as it remains in storage amid ongoing litigation. City officials cite the court case and prior community concerns about the statue's symbolism, while a separate Reimagining Columbus project has proposed, but not yet funded, a new park and context-rich display.
   

3. New Musical Drama 'Ordinary Woman' features music by Sheryl Crow (columbusonthecheap.com) — Columbus arts fans can be first to experience "Ordinary Woman," a new BalletMet and CAPA musical drama built around Sheryl Crow's songs, premiering Nov. 20–22 at the Davidson Theatre downtown. The Columbus-created production follows two estranged sisters amid social and environmental turmoil, with live musicians, dancers, and all-in tickets priced at $49.99.
   

4. Epstein files exhibit gives survivors a voice (spectrumnews1.com) — A powerful traveling exhibit has arrived in Columbus, showcasing survivor-created artwork and millions of printed pages from the Jeffrey Epstein files to make the records more accessible. Organizers say the Columbus stop offers reflection spaces, a candle room honoring affected lives, and opportunities for survivors to educate visitors about trafficking, warning signs, and the broader impact on communities everywhere.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath?" — A dirty double crosser ! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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