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Free Press goes Cheech & Chong-ish after chasing down weed truck

A recreational dispensary on wheels – a weed truck if you will, which may or not be completely state sanctioned – has been rolling around Columbus for some time now and the Free Press decided to go Cheech & Chong-ish and chase down some…

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Victoria Parks

In Memoriam: Victoria Parks

We are saddened to learn that Victoria Parks left us on Friday, May 10, 2024. We will miss her provocative satirical political songs and her participation at Comfest and other events. Well-known in the city as a songwriter and folksinger,…

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Letter to Editor: Dispatch Superloads to Licking County

A new oil and gas project is coming to Central Ohio, this time in Licking County. The under-construction Freepoint Eco-systems plastic incinerator poses significant risks to public health for Ohioans by creating harmful pollution from start to…

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Movie Review - Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes: A Fresh Path Forward While Honoring Caesar’s Legacy

Wes Ball renews the franchise with "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes," propelling the beloved saga into a new era with a blend of grand world-building, visceral action, and poignant storytelling. 

The film…

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