Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Modernizing beer operations nationwide: Anheuser-Busch announced Brewing Futures, part of a $600 million national investment, to upgrade 15 U.S. breweries, including Columbus’ north side site, with new training for local workers and veterans -- get all the details.

City tightens property oversight: Columbus City Council passed a bill creating a rental property registry, with a $15 per unit fee and mandatory inspections to track ownership and responsibility amid the city’s housing crisis -- read the full story.

Easier access to assistance: Ohio’s 24/7 211 hotline is expanding to all 88 counties, connecting residents with food, housing, care, and more. Coverage statewide is expected by end of June, adding 30 counties -- learn more about the expansion.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Serious sandwich energy: If your lunch routine needs a glow-up, Buck City Sammies is slinging stacked deli classics with a modern twist at East Market. Try The Carmella, The Classy Lady, or The Karen, then bask in that crunch-crumb bliss you’ll swear you saved for later… but didn’t.

Rolls, chai, repeat: Food Street brings Lahore’s street food energy to Columbus with buttery paratha rolls, gappa chaat, and surprisingly craveable crispy chicken sandwiches, plus rabri doodh and karak chai when you need sweet-comfort vibes. Make it your midweek move when cooking feels like a group project you didn’t sign up for.

Old West vibes, new bragging rights: At Westerville Golf Center’s Frontier Miniature Golf, tackle two 18-hole, Old West themed courses dotted with a railroad station, water mill, and boathouse. Low-pressure putting, high fun... then answer the rematch with a sweet pit stop for custard or Dippin’ Dots.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

🧱 LEGO F1 Build the Thrill @ LEGOLAND Discovery Center Columbus | Monday (4/27) at 10:00 AM – Feel like revving engines without waking the neighbors? At Easton’s LEGOLAND Discovery Center, the LEGO F1 Build the Thrill lets you pick a team, build a minifigure driver and race car, then shoot for pole. Included with admission, so your wallet gets a victory lap.

🌸 Columbus Blooms @ Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens | Monday (4/27) at 11:00 AM – Shake off winter and wander the gardens for Columbus Blooms, where 140,000 tulips, daffodils, and pansies make a case for spring better than your weather app. Magnolias, lilacs, cherries, viburnum, and thousands of perennials take turns perfuming the place. You bring awe and a leisurely stroll.

🎨 Paint and Sip: Starry Night Cherry Blossoms @ Pinot's Palette - Short North | Thursday (4/30) at 7:00 PM – Skip the dinner rotation for a paint and sip where starry skies meet cherry blossoms, and you take home the art. Beginner friendly and guided, you swirl, layer, and sip, maybe add a candle, then leave relaxed, creative, and quietly smug.

🌸 Columbus African Violet Society Show and Sale @ Beechwold Christian Church | Friday (5/1) at 12:00 PM – Roll out the red carpet for some purple divas at Beechwold Christian Church, where the African Violet Society turns movie magic into bloom magic. Browse stunning show plants, snag hundreds of sale beauties, catch smart demos, and leave feeling smug about your houseplant game.

👑 Kingdom Image Leading Ladies Honors @ The Gallery at Champions | Friday (5/1) at 6:30 PM – Celebrate the Kingdom Image Leading Ladies, then flex your lucky dabber at Bougie Designer Purse BINGO, where luxury bags go to the bold. Your ticket covers hors d'oeuvres and a drink token, and proceeds support youth and senior programs.

🎨 Spring Arts and Craft Show @ Fortin Ironworks | Saturday (5/2) at 10:00 AM – Spring Arts and Craft Show is rolling into Fortin Ironworks, spilling from the 5th Avenue lawn into the factory for a peek at where the iron magic happens. Shop local artisans and global decor, meet the makers, and bank Mother's Day points. Free, easy parking.

🎪 Ringling Bros B&B Circus @ The Schottenstein Center | Saturday (5/2) at 10:30 AM – Big top vibes are back in town, and this is the good kind. Ringling’s reboot is all human-powered spectacle, no elephants, just jaw-dropping acrobatics, bright lights, and that sugar-rush energy your kids love. Show up, grin, and let bedtime take care of itself.

This 2016 modern stunner in The Sanctuary sits on nearly an acre with a private wooded backdrop. More than 5,000 square feet showcase sun-filled open living, a chef's kitchen with premium appliances and a bold island, and 4 bedrooms including dual primary suites. A luxe lower level hosts a theater, plus an oversized covered deck with hot tub.