Kevin Kemper

Big night in the Pickerington Olde Village last night! We kicked off the creation of the Elevate District and we got a sneak peek of the new Local Cantina. You are going to love it! It’s a great space with wonderful food and delicious drinks. So much is going on in the village Elevate District right now, and with warmer weather (hopefully) around the corner, we will see some real vibrancy in the area. Thanks to our city staff, City Council and Mayor Gray for moving development forward. And special thanks to all the entrepreneurs and village boosters whose vision and confidence in what the village could be paved the way for these developments. We’re not done in the Elevate District yet. More is on the way!
Pickerington Village
Combustion Brewery & Taproom - Pickerington
Ruby Joy Boutique
Porters Coffee House and Bakery
FiiZ Drinks Pickerington
The Humble Crate, Artisan Marketplace
Johnson's Real Ice Cream
Olde Pickerington Farmers' Market
The Molt and Moon
Pickerington Area Chamber of Commerce
Pickerington-Violet Township Historical Society

Join your neighbors in the Olde Village this Friday evening. It’s always a fun time! Don’t forget, we have a DORA too 😀

2026 is right around the corner and the City of Pickerington has some big developments on tap. Just some of the projects City Council budgeted for include new sidewalks on Lockville Rd., two building rehabs in Olde Pickerington Village for Local Cantina and a restaurant in the old Solomon’s Carpet building, additional village parking, a .75-mile walking path on Diley Rd. park land, and citywide beautification projects. Brian offers the full list👇 Big year ahead!

Many families need a little extra help right now. For the next six weeks, the Pickerington Food Pantry is open on Tuesday evenings to help. Please visit www.PickPantry.com to schedule an appointment.

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More economic development and jobs coming to Pickerington.

OhioHealth plans $65M expansion to hospital with its busiest suburban ER - Columbus Business First OhioHealth will triple the capacity of its busiest suburban ER in a $65M hospital expansion.

Thank you Pickerington!

This year, the most important elected position in our community is on the ballot - school board member. To me, the choices for this moment are clear - Charles Newman, Ryan Holstine and Brooke LaGrasso. I encourage everyone to vote for these three.

While they are running independently, Newman, Holstine and LaGrasso have many things in common. All are parents with children who are or have recently graduated from the district. They all have earned the endorsement of our district teachers and support staff. And they all are showing up in the community. They are accessible and they respect the electorate by taking every opportunity to talk with voters. Each will also bring unique perspectives and talents to the role if elected.

Charles is a community leader, a PLSD alumni, a faith leader and the husband of a staff member. He has a desire to collaborate with others in leadership, has experience working as a public servant in the city of Columbus and a demonstrated ability to engage and connect with members of our community.

Ryan is a pragmatic and independent thinker who is active in the community, currently serving on the Violet Township Zoning Commission, the Fairfield County ADAMH board and he volunteers in our schools.

Brooke is a lifelong educator, a teacher in Columbus Public Schools and would bring a classroom perspective to the board that will be critical for navigating tough decisions that lie ahead.

Tuesday, November 4, is election day. At this particular moment - with our region and community growing, state funding dollars in question and our district’s teachers and staff overworked and demoralized - who you choose will determine whether our school system advances and grows with the community, or if it sinks into mediocrity.

I urge you to vote for our community’s future and choose Holstine, LaGrasso and Newman for PLSD Board of Education on Tuesday, Nov. 4.

Ryan Holstine, Candidate, PLSD Board of Education
Vote Charles Newman
Brooke for the Board PLSD

Pickerington to consider allowing open alcohol in proposed Olde Pickerington Village DORA As Pickerington invests in its historic downtown, the suburb is considering a proposal that would allow residents to enjoy beer or wine while outside.