Columbus, OH — February 4, 2026 — Local News Roundup
Columbus, OH — February 4, 2026 — A look at recent developments in the city, including weather updates, school district challenges, and upcoming events.
Weather Update
Columbus has experienced over 27 inches of snow this winter. If snowfall surpasses 33.4 inches, it will mark the snowiest winter in a decade.
Columbus City Schools Staff Reductions
The district is considering staff reductions, with potential announcements at the upcoming school board meeting.
Upcoming Events
Netflix’s “Love is Blind” season, filmed in Ohio, premieres on February 11. The Columbus Crew’s season begins on the road in February, with a home opener on March 7.
Legal Developments
Former Franklin County Deputy Jason Meade’s retrial, delayed previously, is set to proceed. Billionaire Les Wexner is scheduled to testify before Congress on February 18 regarding his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Healthcare Expansion
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center’s new 26-story expansion is set to begin welcoming patients on February 22.
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