Upper Arlington Top Stories

  • Stefanie Spielman Humanitarian Awards

    By LORRIE CECIL/THISWEEKNEWS
    The 2013 winners of Stefanie Spielman Humanitarian Awards from the Upper Arlington Women's Club are (from left) Nicole Carothers and Abby Godard from Upper Arlingtion High School, Brady Wilson from St. Charles, Nicolette Green from Upper Arlington High School, and Maggie Valachovic from Bishop Watterson.

    Local students honored for service to others

    The five seniors honored by the Upper Arlington Women's Club this year looked like ordinary high school students -- maybe a bit more dressed up than usual -- but in their humanitarian efforts, they surpassed what most students accomplish in four years of high school.

  • By NATE SMALLWOOD/THISWEEKNEWS
    Matthew Copland, helped by his father, Hudson, launches water balloons at targets during Upper Arlington's Spring Fling event, held Saturday, May 18, at Sunny 95 Park.

    Bombs away!

  • By JOSHUA A. BICKEL/THISWEEKNEWS
    Fred Heer poses for a portrait with his son, Trent, May 16, at Lombards Fine Furniture store in northwest Columbus. Fred is retiring from Lombard’s after more than 40 years and Trent will assume ownership duties.

    Father passing torch to son at furniture store

    Couches have triumphed over computers, sofas over software, for Trent Heer.

  • By Joshua A. Bickel/ThisWeekNEWS
    China Dynasty owner John Ko, seen here at the restaurant May 13, says he is thankful for the loyal customers who have made it possible for the Upper Arlington establishment to celebrate its 25th anniversary this year.

    China Dynasty hopes for 25 more years in UA

    An Upper Arlington favorite for Chinese fare recently celebrated 25 years of business in the community, and its owner hopes it will still be in town for its golden anniversary.

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Sports

  • Track & Field

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    Upper Arlington's Alex Husted and the Golden Bears boys track and field team finished fifth in the OCC-Central Division meet May 18 at Thomas Worthington.

    Perry spurs boys team at OCC meet

    A foam roller was about the only thing that could alleviate a leg cramp for Nathan Perry of the Upper Arlington High School boys track and field team at the end of the OCC-Central Division meet.

  • Upper Arlington Roundup

    Baseball squad ousted by Lions

    After losing three games in less than 24 hours in late April, Upper Arlington High School baseball coach Matt Middleton looked at his team and didn't like what he saw.

  • Wellington Roundup

    Tennis team advances two to district

    Two members of the Wellington School boys tennis team will be competing in the Division II district tournament Friday, May 24, and Saturday, May 25, at Columbus Academy.

  • Hockey

    Goalie Davis signs to play with Ohio State

    Since falling in love with hockey at age 6, Logan Davis largely has dedicated the last 12 years to pursuing a career in the sport.

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Arts.Food.Fun

  • Fischer's Fab Five

    With Les Miserables being The Beat's favorite piece of musical theater, you can bet we saw the film this past winter. We BeatBlogged about it a couple of times, but since this piece is about the touring production, we'll leave the movie be.

  • Q&A

    Chris Trapper, with opener Jared Mahone, will be in concert Friday, May 17, at the McConnell Arts Center in Worthington. Tickets are $15, $20 for the concert plus a pre-show reception. Visit mcconnellarts.org.

    Songwriting a welcome outlet for former frontman

    Q&A with singer-songwriter Chris Trapper and a video feature on his opening act, local musician Jared Mahone.

  • Table Talk

    By JOSHUA A. BICKEL/THISWEEKNEWS
    Kitchen manager Tim Blanton (left), and owners Tia and Joe Stropkai pose for a portrait inside O'Nelly's Sports Pub and Grill in Lewis Center.

    Polaris-area pub commits to sports, solid food

    Joe and Tia Stropkai will open O’Nelly’s May 17 on South Old State Road.

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