Parents protest proposed math-curriculum changes

Three parents voiced their objections to proposed math course progression changes at the Feb. 13 meeting of the Upper Arlington Board of Education.

Economic development director to start work in March

Upper Arlington again has a full-time staffer in charge of fostering economic development in the community.

Church seeks city OK to worship on Tree of Life property

A pending court decision will determine whether Tree of Life Christian Schools may operate a school on its property at 5000 Arlington Center Blvd. In the meantime, however, the site will see alternative uses.

Training, experience helped parks-rec employee save a life

A combination of training, experience and technology allowed an employee of the Upper Arlington Parks and Recreation Department to save a life a few months ago, and this week he was recognized for his actions.

Guest column

City officials give lowdown on study of A-Z connector

Periodic discussions relative to a proposed Ackerman-Zollinger connector have precipitated the recent spread of misinformation about the motives behind the idea.

ThisWeek’s opinion

Library support is back in the voters’ court

It’s time for residents to renew their lease on the Upper Arlington Public Library.

ThisWeek’s opinion

Safety service forces deserve pension support

There doesn’t seem to be a great deal to say about Issue 4, the city’s police and fire pension levy on the March 6 ballot, but there will be plenty to talk about if it fails.

Letter

Councilman slates meeting at library

When I ran for city council, I promised I would work for three goals: responsive city government, increased citizen participation and responsible economic development. I promised I would hold regularly scheduled meetings to listen to your concerns and keep a dialogue open between residents and city council.

Coming up

Check out the roundup of local events, activities, meetings, etc., for the coming week.

Swimming & Diving

UA squads sweep district titles

Lauren Comer shattered the Division I district meet record in the 200-yard individual medley with a time of 2 minutes, 0.48 seconds on Feb. 18 at Ohio State, but don’t ask the senior for the Upper Arlington High School girls swimming and diving team to describe her swim.

Boys Basketball

UA focus is one game at a time

The Upper Arlington High School boys basketball team clinched the OCC-Central Division championship with three games remaining in the regular season, 15 days before its Division I district tournament opener.

Girls Basketball

Offense concerns UA despite tournament win

Upper Arlington High School girls basketball coach Chris Savage liked what he saw from his team defensively in a 40-24 victory over Mount Vernon in the first round of the Division I district tournament Feb. 18 at Hilliard Davidson.

Menu

Inferno Gourmet Burger is different enough to carve out its own niche

The high-flying Inferno Gourmet Burgers has a rock-and-roll environment and satisfying grub.

Band brings inspirational message to stage

Playing for Change will perform Monday, Feb. 27, at the Lincoln Theatre. Tickets are $35/$25. Visit www.capa.com.

Wine Wisdom

LeFlaive’s “les Sétilles” Bourgogne Blanc: spicy, silky, seamless

The wine shows off some notes of apple and pear, and even a cornmeal fragrance, Wine Wisdom author Roger Gentile says.

Drums Downtown, Bombay Bicycle Club, Yonder Mountain String band join Fab Five

Drums Downtown, Bombay Bicycle Club, Yonder Mountain String band join Fab Five