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CineForge Co-op – Why I Write

Posted on April 2, 2025April 2, 2025 by Editor - the Local

Frequently, I consider tossing my laptop into the trash can. Usually this comes after checking one of the two websites keeping a running dashboard of the status of my screenplays. When you enter a screenplay festival, these websites keep track of the date the results are expected, and three potential outcomes; In Consideration, Not Selected, or Selected. Further, if you are Selected, there is one more possible step – “Award Winner.” I am about 90…

Columbus Artists’ Guild

Posted on September 2, 2024September 2, 2024 by Editor - the Local

Members Exhibition 2024 By Natalie Downey The art scene in Columbus is rich and thriving, with many opportunities for local artists to connect, learn, and grow in their craft. The Columbus Artists’ Guild, established in 1950, is a local nonprofit organization that offers an inclusive and supportive network to new and seasoned artists. Eclectic and enthusiastic about the world of art, the CAG provides opportunities for artists in the area to meet other artists, learn…

Food and Drink, February 2018

Posted on February 3, 2018February 2, 2018 by Tom Ingram

Quick & Easy Recipe Shop Do you have a favorite quick-and-easy recipe, or would you like to find a new favorite? We all love fresh cooked meals, but we don’t all have the time to spend hours in the kitchen. Join us for an opportunity to exchange recipes and trade cooking tips! You do not have to bring a recipe to attend, but if you do, please bring enough copies for everyone, a dozen should…

Stage and Screen, November 2017

Posted on November 2, 2017November 3, 2017 by Tom Ingram

It’s a great month in Columbus in local theatre and movie events. Check out The Local’s event calendar to keep you entertained all month long. Listen & Laugh Tour Undisputed Queen of Comedy, Sommore, and renowned radio personality, Michael Baisden, will set the tone as your center stage MCs for this exclusive entertainment extravaganza. Fellow comedians Earthquake and George Willborn team up with the hosts for this collaborative debut. For tickets, visit rivercenter.org. Nov…

Memorable mail from: Al Haynes

Posted on June 2, 2017 by Tom Ingram

Local celeb brags on Columbus’s generosity Since being asked if I would like to write an article about things happening around our town, I felt, “what an honor!” That is, until I sat down and figured out I’m not a journalist. Oops! But, you know, we live in a city where there is so much benevolence that reporting about some of it doesn’t take a degree in journalism. I mean, it’s within reach to become…