(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’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 […]

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 […]

City Manager Megan O’Callaghan was named a Woman of Influence by Columbus Business First. She was honored with a “Trailblazer” award for the program, which recognizes women who have an impact on their organizations, better the community by giving back and help foster the next generation of leaders. Learn more about this year’s honorees

(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 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 […]

“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 […]

(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, 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 […]

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 […]

(Dublin, OH) Dublin City Council has approved an economic development agreement with Husky Marketing and Supply Company, (HMSC), a wholly owned subsidiary of Cenovus Energy Inc., based in Calgary, Alberta. This project will establish Cenovus’ U.S. headquarters in Dublin. In January 2021, Dublin-based HMSC became part of the Cenovus group of companies. Husky oversees 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) — 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 received a bronze designation from the national SolSmart program for encouraging the growth of clean, affordable solar energy at the local level, and reducing local barriers to solar energy growth. SolSmart designation recognizes cities, towns, counties and regional organizations as national solar energy leaders. Advocating renewable energy is […]

(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 […]

The City of Dublin will host the State of the City presented by its exceptional community on Thursday, March 14, at The Exchange at Bridge Park. City Manager Megan O’Callaghan will be joined on stage by Dublin residents, community partners and public servants to report on the City’s accomplishments, financial outlook and updates on the […]

(Dublin, Ohio) – At the Ohio City & County Management Association (OCMA) Annual Conference, the City of Dublin received two prestigious awards highlighting its commitment to innovation and collaboration. Placemaking Award for Riverside Crossing Park The City was honored with the Placemaking Award for its remarkable work on Riverside Crossing Park. Nestled in the heart […]

(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 […]

(Dublin, OH) The City of Dublin has earned a gold-level Healthy Worksite Award from the Healthy Business Council of Ohio (HBCO). The Healthy Worksite Award recognizes Ohio employers who demonstrate a commitment to employee wellness through comprehensive worksite health promotion and wellness programs. Applicants are scored on the extent their wellness programs facilitate and encourage […]

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 […]

(Dublin, Ohio) – At its Jan. 8 organizational meeting, Dublin City Council elected Chris Amorose Groomes to serve as mayor and Christina Alutto as vice mayor for two-year terms. Both Amorose Groomes and Alutto were first elected at-large Council Members in 2015 and re-elected in 2019 and 2023. They were sworn in to their third […]

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 […]

A Dublin resident since 2015, Barb Vaughn is an active user of the Dublin Connector. In fact, she was part of the program’s pilot in 2019 as a resident at Avondale Senior Village. “I like the freedom that I have again,” she says. “Before the Dublin Connector, I was not able to go out to […]

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 […]

(Dublin, OH) The City of Dublin will host an Economic Development Strategic Plan Rollout and Envision Dublin Update, 4-6 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 16, at The Exchange at Bridge Park. The event will present how the City’s future growth impacts business retention, expansion and recruitment. A recent Tenant Migration Report shows Dublin as the area where […]

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 […]

(Dublin, Ohio) – 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, Oct. 30, through Friday, Nov. 3, to attract potential employees to Dublin companies and support workforce recruitment. “Dublin Talent Connect is an opportunity for us to assist Dublin-based […]

Update: Thank you to those who joined us or submitted feedback at the Oct 24 community engagement meeting. You can access the presentation slides from the meeting by clicking the button below and share any additional feedback you may have by clicking the link above that button. The Dublin Community Recreation Center has been a central […]

(Dublin, Ohio) – The City of Dublin has earned the Auditor of State Award with Distinction from the Ohio Auditor of State’s office. The award is presented for excellence in financial reporting related to Comprehensive Annual Financial Reporting and compliance with applicable laws for the fiscal year ending in 2022. Only 4% of audits annually […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — The City of Dublin has launched “Slow Down Dublin,” a community-based speed management campaign to create safe and comfortable streets for all residents and road users across Dublin, including people walking and rolling. Slow Down Dublin was created to engage community members to take an active role in supporting speed management efforts, increase […]

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 […]

Riverview Village, the new National Headquarters for COhatch, will provide unprecedented economic incentives for hundreds of its members In the heart of Historic Dublin, COhatch is creating a first-of-its-kind coworking, flexible work, and entrepreneurial village that will be the hub for its expanding national operations and its growing Columbus-based member network. Riverview Village will be […]