(Dublin, Ohio) — Lace up your running shoes — the City of Dublin was recently designated as a Runner Friendly Community by the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA). Dublin is officially one of three Ohio cities (Dayton and Toledo) recognized by the RRCA for its running infrastructure and support from local businesses and government. […]

(Dublin, Ohio) —The luck of the Irish lives on after the 67th annual International Festival and Events Association (IFEA) Convention, Expo and Retreat in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The IFEA/Haas & Wilkerson Pinnacle Awards Competition winners were announced during the convention, and the City of Dublin was among the many honored for festival and event excellence. Awards were […]

(Dublin, Ohio) The City of Dublin is eager for winter after receiving two awards at the American Public Works Association’s (APWA) Public Works Expo (PWX) in Atlanta, Georgia. Dublin won the Technical Innovation award for the City’s road weather system and the Excellence in Education award, given to City Operations Administrator Gary Browning. In December, […]

The Abbey Theater of Dublin was the shining star at this year’s Central Ohio Theatre RoundTable Annual Celebration as the event host and recipient of the Community Partner Award. The award recognizes businesses, companies or individuals who provide creative and innovative support to one or more arts organizations. The Abbey Theater was honored for its ongoing […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — The Dublin Community Pool North will be closed Tuesday, Aug. 20, for precautionary cryptosporidium (crypto) treatment. Franklin County Public Health contacted our staff about a potential exposure to crypto. Out of an abundance of caution, the City is following hyperchlorination treatment, which kills chlorine-resistant organisms like crypto. The North Pool is expected […]

(Dublin, Ohio) The City of Dublin is moving forward for the second year of its Autonomous Lawn Mower project and is excited to introduce two new mowers, Mow-ana and Mowbi-Wan-Kenobi! These battery-driven, virtually silent mowers have proven to help Dublin provide the best quality of life and environment for our community. With the pilot stage […]

Note to media: Please call/text Madi Kregel at 614.917.3080 or reply to this email if you plan to cover the event. Thank you. WHAT: The Dublin Irish Festival WHEN:  Friday, Aug. 2, from 4 p.m. to midnight Saturday, Aug. 3, from 11 a.m. to midnight Sunday, Aug. 4, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.  WHERE: Coffman Park, 5600 […]

The City of Dublin is addressing tree roots that have reached the asphalt on several shared use paths. Crews will be grinding down roots that cause heaving along the paths. Weather permitting, work will take place the week of July 22. While the shared use paths will remain open, pedestrians and cyclists may need to […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — The City of Dublin is gearing up for the newest addition to an already stellar lineup of community events, the Dublin Summer Fun Series! Events will be hosted at Riverside Crossing Park, located on the east plaza of the Dublin Link. Community members are invited to enjoy movies, fitness, games and activities […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — The City of Dublin is ready to celebrate all things USA on July 4! The daylong celebration begins at 8 a.m. with the 38th Annual Sherm Sheldon Fishing Derby at the Avery Park Pond (7401 Avery Road). A traditional parade will follow at 11 a.m. in Downtown Dublin. The day will conclude […]

(Dublin) – The Dublin Community Pool North – Leisure Pool is expected to reopen at 5 p.m. Friday, June 14. The leisure pool was closed earlier this morning for an unscheduled chlorination treatment. Dublin’s Family Night Splash Bash will be held 5-7 p.m. today at the Dublin Community Pool North. The event features pool games, […]

The City of Dublin will have 499 street poles painted as part of the Annual Street Light and Traffic Control Pole Painting Program. Brian Bros Painting & Restoration was hired to complete the project as part of our 2024-2029 Community Improvements Plan. Work is anticipated to proceed through October 2024. A map of the maintenance […]

(Dublin, Ohio) – The City of Dublin is pleased to announce the selection of Julie Erwin Rinaldi as the 2024 Independence Day Grand Marshal. Mayor Chris Amorose Groomes, City Manager Megan O’Callaghan and former City of Dublin Grand Marshals selected Julie for her commitment to volunteering in the Dublin community for over 15 years. With this honor, she will preside over the […]

(Dublin, Ohio)— To celebrate the American Public Works Association’s National Public Works Week, the City of Dublin is excited to host Experience Public Works Day. Families are invited to the City Service Center (6555 Shier Rings Road) on May 18 from 9 a.m. to noon. Guests will enjoy a morning of exploring and learning about the […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — With May being National Bike Month, the City of Dublin invites the public to a dedication ceremony to celebrate the Bike Pump Track at Emerald Fields Park. Festivities will begin at 5 p.m. on May 20 with demonstrations by Purple Heart Racing group members. City of Dublin Mayor Chris Amorose Groomes will […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — Some Dublin residents might see an interesting-looking visitor in their neighborhood for the next two weeks. Resource International will be conducting pavement testing on various streets around the city. Weather permitting, this project will wrap up by May 16. You might see a white pickup truck pulling a testing trailer (as shown […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — Federal Communications Commission Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel announced Dublin Mayor Chris Amorose Groomes will serve on the newly reauthorized Intergovernmental Advisory Committee (IAC). This advisory panel, composed of officials of municipal, county, state and Tribal governments, provides guidance, expertise and recommendations to the FCC on telecommunications issues, including those related to increasing deployment […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — At the March 25, 2024, City Council meeting, the Regional Director of the American Public Works Association (APWA), Larry Hummel, recognized the City of Dublin for receiving its sixth reaccreditation. This accreditation validates that the City fully complies with the recommended management practices outlined in APWA’s “Public Works Management Practices Manual.” In […]

The City of Dublin is putting a twist on March Madness by creating a bracket challenge to highlight the residential services it provides. The campaign will launch March 25 and continue through April 8, when the champion will be announced. “In 2022, our Park Madness campaign pitted our 64 public parks head-to-head before ultimately determining […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — The City of Dublin is thrilled to announce that renowned country music sensation Martina McBride will be headlining this year’s Independence Day Celebration. Multi-Grammy nominee Martina McBride has sold more than 23 million albums, including 20 Top 10 singles and six No. 1 hits. The range and soul of her vocals are instantly recognizable […]

(Dublin, Ohio) The Dublin Community Recreation Center (DCRC) is transitioning into the final stages of updating the DCRC Refresh Master Plan! The City of Dublin invites you to the third DCRC Refresh Community Engagement Session at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 13 at the DCRC in Talla 1. Since the first engagement session, MSA Design […]

(Dublin, OH) – The City of Dublin will host the “Greenest, Grandest Parade” on Saturday, March 9, at 11 a.m. Leading this regional parade will be the 2024 Grand Leprechauns, Asch and Kate Mikhail. The parade route begins at Metro Center and continues through Historic Dublin. Attendees can expect over 100 units, including marching bands, equestrian […]

(Dublin, Ohio) Over 356,000 cardiac arrests happen each year in the United States. Quick use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) and CPR can double the chances of survival. The City of Dublin, in partnership with Washington Township, has purchased and installed seven new AEDs in six of the City’s most popular parks. For every […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — The City of Dublin is pleased to announce the selection of Asch and Kate Mikhail as the 2024 Grand Leprechauns. Former City of Dublin Grand Leprechauns, former Mayor Jane Fox and City Manager Megan O’Callaghan selected the Mikhails in recognition of their generosity and continuous efforts supporting numerous Dublin-based organizations and schools […]

Seeing double in Dublin, Ohio, we are proud to share that the Abbey Theater of Dublin recently won eight 2023 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards. For the second year in a row, the Abbey won Favorite Local Theatre and Director Joe Bishara won Best Direction of a Musical. The theater’s production of “GREASE!” and its cast members […]

A Vietnam veteran, Michael Close’s dedication to community and country has never wavered. As an attorney, Mike provided management guidance to non-profit entities that touched on food deprivation, homelessness, chemical dependency, development disabilities, prisoner reentry and community development. His colleagues at the Ohio Bar Association championed him into roles with the Council of Delegates and […]

The Dublin Community Recreation Center (DCRC) is transitioning into phase two of its Refresh Master Plan! The City of Dublin invites you to the second DCRC Refresh Community Engagement Session at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 6, in the City Council Chamber (5555 Perimeter Drive). Since the first engagement session, MSA Design has compiled feedback […]

(Dublin, OH) – The City of Dublin returns to Coffman Park (5200 Emerald Parkway) on Nov. 30 for the official start of the 2023 holiday season. Join us from 5-7 p.m. for the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony! Families and friends are invited to gather at the large evergreen tree between the Dublin Community Recreation Center (DCRC) pond and […]

Giant Celebrity Pumpkin Display Pays Homage to Swift…and Kelce DUBLIN, OH (Oct. 23, 2023) – The 35th anniversary giant celebrity pumpkin from artist Jeanette Paras, 68, is Taylor SwiftKin, whose concert tour and movie, merchandise, and her very ethos – and dating life – continue sweeping the U.S. This year’s pumpkin weighs in at 399 […]

(Dublin, Ohio) – The City of Dublin was honored at the 66th Annual International Festival and Events Association (IFEA) Convention, Expo and Retreat in McAllen, Texas. The IFEA/Haas & Wilkerson Pinnacle Awards Competition winners were announced during the convention. Seventy different categories included various creative, promotional, operational and community outreach programs. Each of the 70 […]

Starting Oct. 2, Washington Township Fire Department (WTWP) will conduct its annual fire hydrant flushing. This process will take place daily for approximately six weeks. WTWP would like to remind residents that flushing may cause their faucet or washing machine water to appear rusty. If this happens, run your water until it is clear again. […]

DriveOhio’s connected vehicle technology research study, Connected Marysville, is expanding to Dublin residents. The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) and DriveOhio are equipping residents in The Beta District with connected vehicle technology to study the potential safety benefits. Connected vehicles communicate wirelessly with other vehicles on the road and infrastructure along roadways, sharing important safety […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — City of Dublin crews are fresh out of snow school, where they prepared for a safe and efficient snow removal season. A challenge course was set up in the rear parking lot at the City of Dublin Service Center, located at 6555 Shier Rings Road, where events ran from 7:30 a.m. through 3 […]

The City of Dublin is honored to have received the Ohio EPA Gold Level Encouraging Environmental Excellence in Communities (E3C) award. This award recognizes communities with exceptional achievements in environmental stewardship. The City of Dublin aspires to be the most sustainable global city of choice. After receiving a silver-level E3C award in 2021, achieving the […]

The City of Dublin’s Communications & Public Information team is honored to have received three City-County Communications & Marketing Association (3CMA) awards from the group’s national conference in Orlando, Florida. Out of more than 875 entries across 38 categories, Dublin earned a first-place Savvy award and two second-place Silver Circle awards at the 2023 Savvy […]

Calling all gamers, the Dublin Community Recreation Center is excited to introduce its esports programming! As the first open-use esports center in Dublin, the new Respawn lounge will be a place for drop-in play, tournaments and STEAM learning. The mission of this initiative is to provide new collaborative programs and services for growth, beginning with STEAM […]

The Abbey Theater of Dublin will produce two scripts written by Otterbein University students for the theater’s third annual Otterbein Playwrights Collective. Performances will be held in person on June 30-July 1 at 7 p.m. and July 2 at 2 p.m. This is the third annual summer collaboration between Otterbein and the Abbey Theater. This year’s collective […]

Be the First to Know When Fiber is Available Quick takes for residents: Dublin City Council has approved an agreement with altafiber to install a citywide fiber to the home network Construction is expected to begin in spring 2024 and be completed in three years Visit the Dublin-altafiber landing page for FAQs and to sign […]