Community
Century Village welcomes visitors
Southwest Franklin County Historical Society volunteer Linda Crews represents a general store owner of the mid-1800s at the Century Village Open House on Aug. 23. Messenger photo by Jessica Morrow…
Bark Bash draws pups from all over Ohio
Ralph Brinkmann visited Bark Bash with his golden retriever, Trooper. Trooper enjoyed the Ice Castle at the event. Several ice castle locations were sponsored by local businesses to offer a…
Break Room
Sensory kits are available to check out and take to the ‘break room’ during any large event hosted by Grove City. by Theresa Garee Grove City has introduced a ‘break…
Visit Grove City Celebrates Beulah Park’s Legacy and Honors 2025 Trailblazers
Trailblazer Winners = Individual, Trisha Justice. Community – Shawn Conrad of GC Chamber of Commerce Farmers Market Business – Vicki Palka of Broadway Plates & Pints & Altogether Adventure Representatives…
Columbus Zoo offers sensory-friendly events
By Jen Fields, Director of Communications The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and Zoombezi Bay continue to enhance their commitment to inclusion and sensory accessibility, offering special experiences that help guests…
Free shells offered to children at exhibit
Children can select an ocean shell from the Rodney Eakin collection to take home free. Provided by Southwest Franklin County Historical Society During the World of Wonders exhibit at the…
Miss Ohio Volunteer 2026
“This upcoming year is all about making the absolute most of the 365 days I’ve been given to serve,” recently crowned Brittney Putnam says of her new title as Miss…
Free grocery markets
For those with financial need Mid-Ohio Market at Gantz Road 4041 Gantz Rd., Grove City Monday 3–7 p.m.; Tuesday–Friday 12:30–7 p.m.; Saturday 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Grocery-store style shopping with free…
New equipment coming to Emersonia
Photo by Rachel Scofield
Bourbon, brats, and big crowds
by Jessica Morrow Thousands gathered for the 10th annual Heart of Grove City Bourbon and Spirits Festival, an annual celebration highlighting Ohio distilleries and Grove City’s small-town charm. The event…