(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 […]
As Christians celebrate the end of the Lenten season with the culmination on Easter Sunday, two Dublin churches will host their Crosswalk procession on Good Friday, March 29. Annually, the New Hope Church and Dublin Community Church congregations take part in a procession through Dublin to signify Jesus Christ’s journey to the cross. This year, […]
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 […]
The Dublin Police Department, alongside nine other agencies, will pilot Ohio’s first statewide police accreditation program focused on setting best practices for law enforcement. March 21, Dublin Police Chief Justin Páez joined other pilot leaders during a news conference with Governor Mike DeWine at the Department of Public Safety. The Office of Criminal Justice Services announced […]
(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 […]
Happy Holi! It’s the Festival of Colors, a holiday celebrating spring in the Hindu faith tradition. Traditionally, Holi is celebrated for many days, but the main rituals are observed for two days. The first day often includes a bonfire, and the second day is when people play with colors made of a flower name Tesu. […]
(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 […]
Ramadan Mubarak! Meaning “Blessed Ramadan,” this greeting is often shared during the holy month of fasting recognized by Muslims around the world. You might also hear Ramadan Kareem, meaning “Generous Ramadan.” Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar. This year, the month of Ramadan begins with the sunset on March 10. 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 […]
The Dublin Police Department honored award-winning service at the agency’s annual award ceremony, including Officer Jeremy Reeb, who took home the 2023 Officer of the Year accolade for his dedicated service and out-of-the-box thinking. Feb. 13, 2024, Chief Justin Páez, Deputy Nick Tabernik, Deputy Chief Greg Lattanzi and members of the Dublin Police Awards Committee […]
Residents and visitors should expect some activity in the buffer between Hayden Run Road and Dublin Road this March. Crews will begin a tree replacement project on Feb. 26 with a timeline of approximately three weeks of work. During the project, 100 diseased Evergreen trees will be replaced with a diverse mix of new Evergreens. […]
(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 […]
February 2024 Update The Kiwanis Riverway Park Boardwalk is open for use! The City will share notifications on additional project updates shortly. January 2024 Update Both projects are wrapping up and will be open for use later this winter. See more information below! Kiwanis Riverway Boardwalk The project is nearing the finish line with the […]
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 […]
This month marks the first anniversary of Safe Space Dublin, which is designed to promote havens of safety, security and support resources for anyone who can use help. This initiative ensures there are community-based sanctuaries for people who have experienced hate crimes, threats or intimidation, or for people in personal crisis. All City buildings, including […]
Dec. 5 Update — Police have identified the man killed in a car crash on Dec. 4 as Mark Carro, 71, of Dublin. A section of Muirfield Drive was closed but reopened around 6 p.m. The crash is still under investigation. Dec. 4 Release — Dublin Police are investigating a fatal vehicle crash on Muirfield […]
(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. […]
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 […]
The City of Dublin is once again humbled to earn a perfect score on the Municipal Equality Index, reflecting the City’s vision to be the most sustainable, connected and resilient global city of choice for all. The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) has published its 2023 Municipal Equality Index (MEI) Scorecard, a ranking that examines laws, […]
(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: The stairs are open for use! A temporary handrailing is in place and will be replaced with a permanent iron railing in the near future. Starting Monday, Oct. 23, Dublin Springs Park will be closed while we build a safer and stronger staircase to the park. After inspection, it was determined the stairs needed […]
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 […]
(Dublin, Ohio) — Drivers in Dublin should prepare to slow down on Riverside Drive near Riverside Crossing Park and the Bridge Park neighborhood. Dublin City Council voted to establish the Bridge Street/Riverside Drive Business District to create safer, more comfortable streets. As part of this effort, the speed limit will decrease from 40 to 25 miles […]
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 […]
(Dublin, OH) The City of Dublin today announced that Jeremiah Gracia, CEcD, has accepted the position of Director of Economic Development, effective Oct. 9. Mr. Gracia has more than 15 years of economic and business development experience, including nine years with the City of Dublin. He joins Dublin from his most recent role leading economic […]
Growing older. Reaching a certain age. Being a senior. These phrases might come with a hint of denial or indifference. So, what can serve as a solution to ensuring that older adults in a community receive the dedicated support they need and deserve without feeling isolated during the process? Read more about how Forever Dublin […]
(Dublin, OH) Dublin City Council has approved an economic development agreement (EDA) with Kalmbach Feeds, Inc., a leader in animal food nutrition and feed manufacturing. Established in 1963, Kalmbach Feeds is a family-owned and operated business with its main headquarters in Upper Sandusky, Ohio. Kalmbach Feeds utilizes cutting-edge technology and proprietary processes to deliver safe, […]
(Dublin, OH) Dublin City Council has approved an economic development agreement with INEOS Composites, a manufacturer and seller of a broad range of general-purpose and high- performance grades of unsaturated polyester and vinyl ester resins, gelcoats and low-profile additives for the plastics industry. Comprising 36 individual businesses, INEOS operates 194 facilities in 29 countries throughout […]
(Dublin, OH) Dublin City Council has approved an economic development agreement with Nymbl Systems, a healthcare software as a service (SaaS) company specializing in helping practitioners in the orthotics and prosthetics industries to schedule appointments, keep patient records, and bill out claims. Nymbl began onboarding clients in March 2018 and now has more than 200 […]