Columbus Local Pulse: Hockey Championships and Weekend Events

Good morning, this is Columbus Local Pulse for Saturday, February 28th. We've got a busy day ahead here in Columbus, so let's jump right in. If you're looking to get out this afternoon, there's plenty happening around the city. The Department of Neighborhoods is hosting a sold out Black History Month screening over at COSI starting at two o'clock this afternoon. Doors open at two, with the program kicking off at two forty five and the screening starting at three. It wraps up at five, so if you haven't already grabbed your spot, unfortunately that one's full, but keep an eye out for other events they might be hosting. Speaking of afternoon activities, if you're in the mood for something creative, there's a Paint and Sip happening from eleven thirty in the morning until two in the afternoon. It's called Roses Ala Van Gogh, and it's a chance to celebrate nature with some bold colors and brushstrokes while you enjoy a beverage. That's a great option if you want to get out early today. On the sports front, we've got some exciting news from our local hockey community. Dublin Coffman's hockey team just captured the Blue Jackets Cup championship with a three to one victory over Thomas Worthington earlier this month. The Rocks have been on quite a journey, rebuilding from just nine varsity players when their current senior captain Matthew Bellamy was a sophomore. Now they're boasting a twenty eight and six record this season and they're ranked thirteenth in the state. The team's heading into the state tournament later today as the third seed in the Columbus regional, taking on Upper Arlington. It's a really inspiring turnaround story for a program that last won the CBJ Cup back in twenty sixteen. Over at Ohio State, the women's hockey team kicked off their WCHA tournament run yesterday with a dominant five to one victory over St. Thomas. The Buckeyes, ranked number two in the nation, had a sold out crowd at the OSU Ice Rink. Four of the team's Olympians made their debut for the season, including gold medalist Joy Dunne and three Swedish national team players. Game two of that series is happening today at three o'clock, and that's sold out as well. On the business side, Ohio employers are catching a break. The state's private employers will be saving approximately ten million dollars in workers compensation premiums thanks to a new rate cut that was just announced. Also happening today, Ohio Roller Derby is hosting their season opener against Bux Mont Roller Derby over at the Lausche Building at the Ohio Expo Center. This has been Columbus Local Pulse. Thanks so much for tuning in, and be sure to subscribe for more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out quietplease dot ai. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.