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Monday, October 12, 2026NexTier, Inc. and Riverside Bank of Dublin Complete Legal Merger
NexTier, Inc. and Riverside Bank of Dublin Complete Legal Merger NexTier, Inc. (“NexTier”), the holding company of NexTier Bank, N.A. (“NexTier Bank”) has completed its legal merger, effective the close of business on August 31, 2026, with Riverside Bank of Dublin (“Riverside”). The operational merger between NexTier and Riverside is expected to occur in November 2026. “We welcome Riverside Bank of Dublin customers to NexTier Bank and believe they will find the same high level of customer
Tuesday, October 06, 2026Taste of Dublin 2026 Winners Announced
The "Best of" Taste of Dublin Nearly 1,000 business representatives, residents, community leaders and volunteers gathered to celebrate delicious food, great businesses and a generous community during Taste of Dublin on September 29 at The Wendy’s Company. Attendees had the opportunity to sample delicious food from nearly 25 area restaurants, enjoy live performances, adult beverages and signature mocktails, network with other influential business professionals, and vote for the “Best of Taste"
Monday, October 05, 2026Early Voting for November 3 General Election Begins October 6
Early Voting for November 3 General Election Begins TomorrowEarly in-person voting for the November 3 General Election begins Tuesday, October 6 at the Franklin County Board of Elections, 1700 Morse Road.As of 2:30 pm today, the Board will also begin mailing 68,515 absentee ballots Tuesday to Franklin County voters who have submitted a valid absentee ballot application.“Voters can begin casting their ballots at our office tomorrow, and we will begin mailing ballots to voters with valid applications,” said
Friday, October 02, 2026Voter Registration Deadline Nears for November 3 General Election
Voter Registration Deadline Nears for November 3 General Election Franklin County residents not registered to vote have until 9:00 p.m. on Monday, October 5 to be eligible to vote in the November 3 General Election. That same deadline applies to registered voters who need to update their voter registration because of a change of address or name. Making these updates before the registration deadline can help voters avoid having to cast a provisional ballot. “Check your registration now, especially if
Monday, September 21, 2026SBA Regulatory Fairness Hearings in Toledo and Medina, Ohio
U.S. Small Business Administration to Host Regulatory Fairness Hearings in Toledo and Medina, OhioFederal regulators and SBA officials will meet directly with small business owners to address regulatory compliance enforcement and economic burdens. The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of the National Ombudsman, in partnership with the SBA Office of Advocacy, will hold two Regulatory Fairness Hearings in Ohio on September 23 and September 24, 2026. These hearings offer small business owners
Thursday, September 10, 2026Dublin Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Bristol Republic with Ribbon Cutting
New Saddle Club Lounge Welcomes Guests to the Best of Late Night The Dublin Chamber of Commerce celebrated the opening of Bristol Republic’s new Bridge Park location with a ribbon cutting on September 10! The unmistakable energy and hospitality of Nashville has arrived in central Ohio. Located at 4495 Bridge Park Ave., Bristol Republic brings Southern-inspired dining, live music, game-day excitement, weekend brunch and The Saddle Club together under one roof. Congratulations to Bristol Republic on its
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Tuesday, August 25, 2026John W. Danforth Company to Expand in Dublin Following City Council Approval
Dublin City Council has approved an economic development agreement with John W. Danforth Company, a mechanical services provider specializing in mechanical contracting, engineered building systems and energy solutions. The company primarily serves commercial, industrial and institutional clients across the Northeast and parts of the Midwest. John W. Danforth Company currently has a presence on Shier Rings Road and plans to expand operations to a new facility in Dublin. “The decision to open our Ohio
Tuesday, August 25, 2026Northwest Bank Headquarters Coming to Dublin’s Bridge Street District
City Council Approves Economic Development Agreement to Bring Northwest Bank Headquarters to Dublin’s Bridge Street DistrictDublin City Council has approved an economic development agreement with Northwest Bank, a publicly traded, full-service financial institution providing a complete range of business and personal banking products. The bank will relocate its corporate headquarters to Dublin, creating new jobs and supporting the company's continued growth. Northwest Bank will occupy the entire 75,000
Sunday, August 23, 2026Rocket Fizz Soda Pop & Candy Shop to Open at Bridge Park
Beloved specialty retailer brings unique sodas, nostalgic candy and novelty gifts to the downtown Dublin destination Bridge Park is excited to announce that Rocket Fizz Soda Pop & Candy Shop will open its first location in Dublin on August 21, bringing a one-of-a-kind shopping experience filled with nostalgic treats, specialty beverages and unique gifts to the downtown Dublin community. Located at 4482 Bridge Park Avenue across from SpringHill Suites, Rocket Fizz will offer an extensive selection of
Sunday, August 23, 2026SBA Helps Ohio Small Businesses Prepare for Disaster Emergencies
September is National Preparedness Month, and small businesses need to make plans for emergency situations, just as households do. The Small Business Administration invites Ohio small business owners to attend an informative program focused on preparing for, responding to and recovering from disasters. A panel of federal, state and local experts will share practical guidance and best practices to help businesses strengthen their emergency plans and build greater resilience. Taking place on Sept. 3, the
Monday, August 17, 2026Franklin University to Launch New Earn + Learn Master’s Degree Programs for 2027
Earn an In-Demand Master’s Degree With Little to No Out-of-Pocket TuitionFranklin University is making it easier for employees to earn an in-demand master’s degree while maximizing their organization’s tuition assistance benefit through its Earn + Learn Master’s Degree Program. The program provides employees with an opportunity to complete a master’s degree in just three years with little to no out-of-pocket tuition costs. Students are never charged more than $5,250 in tuition per calendar year, and
Wednesday, August 05, 2026Dr. Marguerite Weston Named a 2026 Trailblazer at Columbus Business First's Women of Influence Awards
How a Dublin-Based Provider Built Central Ohio's Functional Medicine Community From the Ground Up There's no shortage of driven professionals here in Dublin. But this summer, one neighbor's work earned recognition on a citywide stage.Marguerite Weston, MD, IFMCP, Director of Functional Medicine at Donaldson Health, was named a Trailblazer in Columbus Business First's 2026 Women of Influence Awards, an honor given to women who shape their organizations and give back to the Central Ohio
Monday, July 06, 2026City of Dublin to Launch Food Truck Pilot Program
Food trucks are officially rolling into Dublin in a more coordinated way! The City of Dublin is launching a new food truck pilot program from July 9, 2026, through March 1, 2027, to help create a clear process for food truck operations in public spaces, at events and in other approved locations. The pilot includes designated food truck parking zones, operating guidelines and a future City license requirement expected to begin March 1, 2027. More details, including approved locations, guidelines
Tuesday, March 17, 202627 Days to Survive: What Columbus Business Owners Must Do When Times Get Tough
When a small business hits a rough stretch, the clock runs faster than most owners expect. A foundational study analyzing 470 million transactions from 597,000 businesses found that the median small business holds only 27 buffer days in reserve — less than one month of operating expenses if revenue stopped. In Columbus, where the economy spans government, finance, tech, and logistics, a slow quarter in one sector ripples quickly to the businesses serving it. Acting early is the single biggest variable you
Monday, September 15, 2025Adobe Acrobat Presents Building Trust Through Visual Branding: Serious Tips for Small Business Owners
When you're starting a business or navigating a key transition—like rebranding or launching a new product—your visual identity becomes more than just a logo. It's how people begin to trust you before they ever speak to you. In local markets especially, where relationships still matter, your visual brand must signal credibility, consistency, and relevance at a glance. From storefront signage to social media, every visual element you deploy sends a message. Here’s how to make that message count. Why
Thursday, October 17, 2024Acrobat Power Moves: Adobe Tools Help Women Entrepreneurs Crush It
This Women’s Small Business Month, it’s time to spotlight the resources that help women entrepreneurs soar. Adobe Acrobat simplifies key business processes, from document management to team collaboration, freeing up time for what matters most—scaling their companies. Whether refining workflows or speeding up decision-making, these features give women business owners a competitive edge in the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship. Acrobat AI Assistant: With Acrobat AI Assistant, you can see for yourself
