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  1. Telemedicine upstart HealthSpot of Dublin has inked a partnership with a company specializing in kiosks that distribute drugs. The goal is to create a one-stop-shop for checkups and medicine: http://bit.ly/1kYEmJs
  2. ReviewsSee All
    • Lisa Michelle
      Loaded with so much of what's really going on in Columbus' business scene. Thank you for the gift, Dames Bond.
    • Vito Boscaino
      Pondering a thought: it's 2013 and we all have cell phones. Question is: Who still has a home phone?
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    • Bull Miller
      GRAND BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Tired of working that old 9-5? This may be your break. Come be a part of the IWA's HUGE bus...iness expansion. Come work with the professionals. The IWA is Ohio's oldest pro wrestling promotion, est. in 1988. Work with the Superstars and the legends of the IWA, NWA, AWA, ECW, WCW, TNA, and the WWE. Please bring a good work ethic and the ability to think outside the box. As everything has pretty much been purchased a small buy in will be required. Help the IWA conquer the World, and make some cash at the same time Call for info: 614-264-2090See More
  3. What office projects are under construction in Central Ohio? Buildings are going up all over town including in New Albany, at Polaris and downtown! http://bit.ly/1c3GV7k
  4. Recent Posts by Others on Columbus Business FirstSee All
    •  Did you see the article about Ahlum & Arbor saving trees on The Ohio State University campus during construction? Check out the Columbus Business First article!
      11 · 10 hours ago
    •  YES - Panera is coming to Grandview Yard! See details in ColumbusUnderground.com and Columbus Business First. http://www.columbusunderground.com/panera-relocating-from-grandview-avenue-to-grandview-yard http://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/blog/2014/01/panera-moving-to-grandview-yard.html
      16 · 13 hours ago
    •  We had such a great time at the Breakfast with Columbus Business First at Star Lanes Polaris!
      5 · Yesterday at 9:11am
    •  Soon-to-be neighbors in Fraklinton, 3D scanning dev team Knockout Concepts and our friends at IC3D Printers highlighted in Columbus Business First's article! http://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/blog/2014/01/micro-center-central-ohio-startups.html?page=all
      61 · January 18 at 2:08pm
  5. Cameron Mitchell's first restaurant in Columbus is getting a facelift and new menu! The restaurateur calls it a "brand-new restaurant." http://bit.ly/1eAtiMF
    Photo: Cameron Mitchell's first restaurant in Columbus is getting a facelift and new menu! The restaurateur calls it a "brand-new restaurant." http://bit.ly/1eAtiMF
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  7. LAST CHANCE: Share your mobile app or app expertise all year long in AppSmart: Directory of Central Ohio Business Apps. Reservation deadline today!
  8. The Aerie lingerie chain is using real-looking women in its latest ads, in sharp contrast to rival Victoria's Secret. http://bizj.us/u5imb
  9. The women's fashion chain Dots has filed for bankruptcy and is closing 36 stores, including one in Central Ohio. http://bizj.us/u5imb
  10. Cameron Mitchell is bringing a steakhouse to Grandview! http://bizj.us/u5eu7
  11. Meet Danielle Losos, our Audience Development Specialist. #CBFreinvented

    Other than Business First, what’s on your reading list right now? I took a bit of a break reading “adult” books and jumped into the Hunger Games Series!

    What’s somet...hing new you’ve discovered in Central Ohio in recent months? The theater community in Columbus is outstanding! We are privileged to have amazing traveling shows that stop and perform in our beautiful theaters.

    Any fun plans in the next few months to beat the winter doldrums? VEGAS! I’m looking forward to the warmer weather, flashing lights and checking out Britney Spears’ new show!

    What’s on your TV viewing list right now? Elementary, The Good Wife, HBO’s Girls, Modern Family… the list goes on and on!

    Who’s your favorite person to follow on Twitter, and why? @NikaStewart – She’s a social media brand expert with a positive twist on life. She’s the perfect blend of knowledge and inspiration!
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    Photo: Meet Danielle Losos, our Audience Development Specialist. #CBFreinvented

Other than Business First, what’s on your reading list right now? I took a bit of a break reading “adult” books and jumped into the Hunger Games Series!

What’s something new you’ve discovered in Central Ohio in recent months? The theater community in Columbus is outstanding! We are privileged to have amazing traveling shows that stop and perform in our beautiful theaters. 

Any fun plans in the next few months to beat the winter doldrums? VEGAS! I’m looking forward to the warmer weather, flashing lights and checking out Britney Spears’ new show! 

What’s on your TV viewing list right now? Elementary, The Good Wife, HBO’s Girls, Modern Family… the list goes on and on! 

Who’s your favorite person to follow on Twitter, and why? @NikaStewart – She’s a social media brand expert with a positive twist on life. She’s the perfect blend of knowledge and inspiration!
  12. Don’t miss these upcoming nominations and biz events! Featuring: Healthiest Employers nominations, Power Breakfast, 40 Under 40 nominations: http://bizj.us/u59ql
  13. Huntington Bank is replacing Target-tainted debit cards, Pure Romance is hosting Slumber Parties, a Honda parts supplier is expanding, the Columbus Blue Jackets are streaking – and 1981 checks out the Internet. http://bizj.us/u56vj
  14. Our Top 3 stories from the past week:
    1. Detroit Auto Show preview: New Ford F-150, redesigned Acura TLX and Beetle dune buggy http://bizj.us/u3adz
    2. Dublin secures future parkland along Scioto River downtown http://bizj.us/u4krp
    3. Top 10 wealthiest ZIP codes in Central Ohio – COUNTDOWN http://bizj.us/u4w91
  15. It was Cam Atkinson's night at Nationwide Arena as he scored twice to lead the Columbus Blue Jackets over the Capitals 5-1! The team goes for their sixth straight tonight at Buffalo.
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  16. More restaurant news! Liz Lessner and her brother have bought the building that's home to the Tip Top Kitchen & Cocktails. Read here about their plans to invest in/improve the property: http://bit.ly/1mhCJor
  17. Katzinger's is taking its big, yummy sandwiches to the North Market where it will open a delicatessen just as it celebrates its 30th anniversary! http://bit.ly/1dCn6pw
    Photo: Katzinger's is taking its big, yummy sandwiches to the North Market where it will open a delicatessen just as it celebrates its 30th anniversary! http://bit.ly/1dCn6pw
  18. Reporter Dan Eaton takes you inside the North American International Auto Show with some tidbits about Honda and Acura! http://bit.ly/1kH9Y6h
    Photo: Reporter Dan Eaton takes you inside the North American International Auto Show with some tidbits about Honda and Acura! http://bit.ly/1kH9Y6h
  19. Micro Center has been in the news a lot this week. We have a Q&A with the company CEO who says 3D printers are right on the verge of being "hot sellers!" http://bit.ly/1avVL2m
  20. Here's a wealth of data about the Top 10 wealthiest zip codes in Central Ohio! http://bit.ly/1j8DzBl
  21. Yuengling Ice Cream gives new meaning to Black & Tan! http://bizj.us/u4trb
    Photo: Yuengling Ice Cream gives new meaning to Black & Tan! http://bizj.us/u4trb
  22. Huntington Bank is looking at cutting more fees in a bid to win more customers. http://bizj.us/u4trb
  23. The City of Dublin has purchased more future parkland along the banks of the Scioto River!
    http://bit.ly/Lblh6B
  24. Honda is adding a compact crossover to its lineup and is developing a compact luxury Acura crossover, too!
    http://bit.ly/1dh0BDM
    Photo: Honda is adding a compact crossover to its lineup and is developing a compact luxury Acura crossover, too!
http://bit.ly/1dh0BDM
  25. To improve your business in 2014, what questions are important to you? With a subscription, you’ll find the answers. Subscribe today and we’ll take 25% off the regular subscription price. Mark this off as the first strategic move you make in 2014. http://bit.ly/1kEpqzT
  26. The Top 5 meeting and event facilities in Central Ohio: http://bit.ly/1dU2aVO
  27. The 3D printing revolution has made its way to Micro Center! http://bit.ly/1danFQZ
  28. HHGregg is giving up a portion of its store on Sawmill Road to make room for outdoor retailer REI! http://bit.ly/1dakd9d
    Photo: HHGregg is giving up a portion of its store on Sawmill Road to make room for outdoor retailer  REI! http://bit.ly/1dakd9d
  29. We know you made New Year's resolutions and all, but Graeter's Ice Cream is coming out with a line of gelato with truffles inside. http://bizj.us/u4e85
  30. Columbus has been named one of the country's top fashion capitals! http://bizj.us/u4e85
  31. OSU's Ross Heart Hospital and Wexner Heritage Village have a new partnership for hospice care. http://bit.ly/1dtaorj
  32. Here's a heartwarming story about the owner of an athletic wear company brightening the lives of struggling single mothers with Project Pay it Forward! http://bit.ly/1cpAcA8
    Photo: Here's a heartwarming story about the owner of an athletic wear company brightening the lives of struggling single mothers with Project Pay it Forward! http://bit.ly/1cpAcA8
  33. Office vacancies are on the decline in Central Ohio. We take a look at 15 submarkets and count down to find the one that's doing the best at filling its space! http://bit.ly/L5vFfU
  34. FarmLogs, a startup that helps farmers in the digital world, has landed a $4-million investment round and Columbus VC firm Drive Capital was the lead investor. http://bit.ly/LdwW5l
  35. Last chance! Register for Friday’s free Breakfast with Business First at Star Lanes Polaris (7-9 am). Come network with hundreds of business professionals and the Columbus Business First staff:
  36. Columbus keeps climbing in the Milken Institute's rankings of best-performing cities. We're No. 37 now, up from No. 108 just three years ago! http://bizj.us/u40i9