Spend Your Holiday Break in Downtown Dublin

(Dublin, Ohio) — The City of Dublin extends a warm welcome to visit its very own winter wonderland in Downtown Dublin. Residents and guests can enjoy a spin around the ice rink located at the East Plaza, follow the new Augmented Reality (AR) Tour across the Dublin Link and enjoy the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area […]

City of Dublin Named Eco-Friendly Suburb

(Dublin, Ohio) — Solar Insure recently listed The City of Dublin as one of the nation’s most eco-friendly suburbs. The solar energy company conducted a nationwide survey, asking participants what suburbs they would move to for an eco-friendly lifestyle. Dublin was ranked first place for Central Ohio and No. 56 in the nation. Dublin’s title […]

Dublin City Council Approves Economic Development Agreement to Support Growth of Everhart Advisors

(Dublin, OH) Dublin City Council has approved an economic development agreement with Everhart Advisors, a financial advisory firm that focuses on corporate retirement planning, consulting and wealth management for individuals. Everhart Advisors has three office locations in Ohio and Florida, with Dublin serving as its headquarters. Everhart Advisors has outgrown its current 13,000-square-foot office in […]

City Council Approves 5-Year Capital Improvements Program

(Dublin, OH) Dublin City Council has approved a five-year capital improvements program (CIP) for 2025-2029 for $325,587,830 and includes 143 projects over five years. Key projects within the 2025-2029 CIP include: Dublin Community Recreation Center Improvements – $15M Metro Center Revitalization – $3.8M AI Innovations – $1.3M Police Patrol Robot Technology – $450K “Our five-year CIP […]

2024 Fill-A-Cruiser Holiday Toy Drive

(Dublin, Ohio) — For the sixth year in a row, the Dublin Police Department is collecting donated toys for local kids who may otherwise not receive a gift this holiday season. The 2024 Fill-A-Cruiser toy drive is in partnership with the Get Behind The Badge initiative directed at helping families of first responders in need. What: Fill-A-Cruiser Holiday Toy Drive When: Saturday, Dec. […]

Home Road Water Plant

The City of Columbus Department of Public Utilities is building the Home Road Water Plant and transmission mains to prepare for the growing need for clean, safe drinking water in Central Ohio. These needed improvements will provide additional treatment capacity, increased reliability and relief to the three existing Columbus water plants. The new Home Road […]

2025 Abbey Theater of Dublin, Ohio Season Announced

(Dublin, Ohio) — As the final bows of 2024 are taken, the Abbey Theater of Dublin is putting a spotlight on its 2025 season! The Abbey is excited to announce its dynamic lineup of 13 productions, including Tony-winning musicals and multiple world and midwestern premieres. The theater is also honored to partner with Original Productions […]

City of Dublin Approves Contract with Artist Ivan Depeña for Next Public Artwork

The City of Dublin staff brought forward a resolution to Dublin City Council at the Nov. 4 meeting to approve a contract with artist Ivan Depeña for the Muirfield Drive Public Art Commission. The contract was authorized, and the project is planned to move forward at the Muirfield and Whittingham Drive location, with an anticipated completion in early 2026. Ivan […]

City of Dublin Named a Runner Friendly Community

(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. […]

Hyland-Croy Road Improvements

The City is completing improvements to Hyland-Croy Road, in conjunction with the Hyland Glen Development and U.S. 33/S.R. 161/Post Road Interchange project. The project will widen Hyland-Croy Road to three lanes and add connections to three new intersections: #1 – Springview Lane (right in/right out), #2 – Moorland Drive (signalized), #3 – Holbein Drive/Weldon Road […]

Dublin Irish Festival Wins Big at the International Festival and Events Association Pinnacle Awards

(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 […]

City of Dublin to Share Economic Development Strategy, Envision Dublin and Metro Center Updates

Dublin, OH) The City of Dublin will host an Economic Development Strategy Update 4-6 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 3, at The Exchange at Bridge Park. The free event will present how the City’s future growth impacts business retention, expansion and recruitment and provide updates about the Envision Dublin Community Plan and Metro Center Revitalization. A recent […]

Two Dublin Police officers talking to three kids in Riverside Crossing Park.

Dublin Launches Student Trauma-Informed Care Program

Dublin City Schools, in partnership with the Dublin Police, is the first school district in Franklin County to roll out a new program focused on a trauma-informed care response to promote student resilience through positive relationships with school staff members and first responders. Handle With Care is a statewide program that allows first responders to […]

Dublin Earns National Awards for Outstanding Government Communications

(Dublin, Ohio) — The City of Dublin’s Communications & Marketing team proudly received two prestigious City-County Communications & Marketing Association (3CMA) awards during the national conference held in Arlington, Texas. More than 25 states and Canada were represented amongst the 141 finalists. And out of more than 1,100 entries across 38 categories representing 300 jurisdictions, […]

City of Dublin Debuts Envision Dublin Community Plan

(Dublin, OH) Following 18 months of engagement and research, the City of Dublin released the Envision Dublin Community Plan that will serve as a roadmap to direct future growth and development over the next 20 years. Last updated in 2013, the Envision Dublin Community Plan focuses on community engagement, coordination with other strategic plans and […]

Abbey Theater of Dublin Receives Community Award at Central Ohio Theatre RoundTable Celebration

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 Community Pool North Closed Aug. 20 for Water Treatment

(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 […]

Statement Regarding Proposed Cardinal Health West Rezoning

Key takeaways:  Dublin’s Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) provided non-binding feedback during an informal review. Dublin City Schools issued a statement saying the district was pausing this evaluation and looking at other options. PZC evaluates land use and zoning classifications based on the Community Plan; Costs are not among the criteria PZC can consider. The […]

City of Dublin Names New Director of Information Technology

(Dublin, OH) The City of Dublin announced that Jim Connolly has accepted the position of Director of Information Technology, a role in which he will lead advancement of the City’s technological infrastructure, security and digital services. Connolly comes to Dublin from his role as director of information technology with the NHL’s Columbus Blue Jackets, a […]

Dublin Introduces Two New Autonomous Mowers 

(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 […]

Brandon Brown Named Chief Innovation and Technology Officer for the City of Dublin

The City of Dublin is pleased to announce the promotion of Brandon Brown to the position of Chief Innovation and Technology Officer. In this role, Brown will spearhead the City’s initiatives to leverage technology for driving innovation, improving public services, focusing on cybersecurity and advancing the City’s strategic objectives. Brown has been a vital part […]

Join Us at the 37th Dublin Irish Festival

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 […]

Dublin Police Host National Night Out Cookout

Dublin Police officers will take part in the National Night Out campaign with a community cookout 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, at the Dublin Justice Center, 6565 Commerce Parkway. All ages are welcome to visit with Dublin Police officers as a way to build on our exceptional and resilient community through personal connection. Enjoy free […]

Shared Use Path Root Work Starting July 22

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 City Council Approves Economic Development Agreement to Bring Motion Picture Company to Dublin

(Dublin, OH) Dublin City Council has approved an economic development agreement with Fallback Studios, an innovative motion picture company dedicated to promoting Central Ohio as a filmmaking destination. Fallback Studios aims to operate one of the first Hollywood-caliber facilities in the Midwest, offering film and sound stages, a state-of-the-art LED volume wall and production amenities […]

City of Dublin Announces Strategic Land Acquisition for Economic Growth and Recreation

The City of Dublin is excited to announce the negotiation of a strategic land acquisition of approximately 243 acres in the West Innovation District. This acquisition, valued at $44.6 million, includes parcels in both Franklin and Madison Counties and encompasses SportsOhio (97.5 acres), Shepherd Excavating (7.9 acres) and Carter Farms (137.1 acres). This land can […]

Dublin To Dedicate Rediscovered Historical Black Cemetery

(Dublin, Ohio) — The City of Dublin welcomes the community to a dedication ceremony for the Brown-Harris Cemetery, which was rediscovered during a land survey near Shier Rings Road. After this historically Black cemetery was uncovered in 2020, the City of Dublin partnered with the Brown and Harris families and engineering firm EMH&T to preserve […]

Annual Street Light and Utility Pole Painting

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 Earns 9 Central Ohio PRSA Awards; Downtown Dublin St. Paddy’s Day Crawl Takes Home Best of Show

(Dublin, Ohio) — The City of Dublin’s Communications & Marketing division and Visit Dublin Ohio collectively won nine PRism Awards, three Awards of Excellence and one Best of Show from the Central Ohio Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) at its awards ceremony May 23. Top corporations, agencies, nonprofit associations, colleges and other organizations across […]

the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday Drone Show at Fore!Fest details announced

DUBLIN, Ohio – Tournament officials announced today the details surrounding the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday Drone Show at Fore!Fest. This new presentation will take place on Friday, June 7, at approximately 9:45 p.m., during the conclusion of the final Fore!Fest musical act featuring Josh Melton. The 15-minute custom drone lights show will fill the […]

Julie Erwin Rinaldi Named 2024 Grand Marshal

(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 […]

the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday’s nine-hole disc and footgolf course returns to Dublin’s Riverside Crossing Park

 The Dublin Cup: Play 9 Community-Wide Challenge Now Through June 9 DUBLIN, Ohio – Officials of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday announced today the return of the Tournament’s nine-hole disc and footgolf course now open in Dublin’s Riverside Crossing Park. The family-friendly course is located in the park’s expansive lawn area and promotes community […]

Bridge Park continues as official offsite destination of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday

“Fore!Fest” Street and Music Festival set to return in 2024 Official Memorial Tournament Golf Shop open in Bridge Park district through June 9 DUBLIN, OHIO – The Memorial Tournament presented by Workday and Crawford Hoying announced today that Bridge Park – the walkable, mixed-use community in downtown Dublin – will continue to serve as the […]

City Approves Spring 2024 Beautify Your Neighborhood Grants

(Dublin, OH) Dublin City Council approved the six applications submitted for Spring 2024 Beautify Your Neighborhood Grants. The grant applications were first reviewed by the City’s Community Development Committee, which recommended approval. The Beautify Your Neighborhood Matching Grant Program was established in 2011 to provide funding assistance on an annual basis to support Dublin Homeowners […]

Dublin Talent Connect Virtual Hiring Event Offers Workforce Recruitment Support to Dublin Businesses

The City of Dublin is partnering with Chatstrike, Inc., a Dublin-based business itself, for “Dublin Talent Connect,” a free virtual hiring event held Monday, May 20, through Friday, May 24, to attract potential employees to Dublin companies and support workforce recruitment. “Our Dublin Talent Connect events have been well received by our Dublin-based businesses,” says […]

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