Cobra has established itself as a fan-favorite in Columbus fairly quickly, blending laid-back vibes with standout cocktails and a menu that keeps patrons coming back for more.

Punch Drink’s recognition highlights Cobra’s ability to create an atmosphere that promises “a good night, every night.” Their write-up describes the bar as “a self-described ‘good night bar’ that’s quickly become a favorite among local bartenders.” With a bold neon sign beckoning visitors, it’s hard to miss the energy Cobra brings to the Brewery District.

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The bar’s aesthetic doesn’t go overboard—it’s unpretentious yet stylish, the perfect successor to the iconic Claremont, which closed in 2012 after 65 years. Now transformed with black-painted ceilings and polished concrete floors, the team at Cobra, led by co-owners David Yee and Alex Chien, brings Asian-inspired twists to classic drinks.

Punch Drink specifically shouted out the “Above Ground Pool,” a twist on the Margarita featuring mango, serrano-cilantro cordials, and a Sichuan salt rim. It’s no wonder it’s their best-seller.

If you haven’t been to Cobra yet, now is the time.

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The bar is open every day except Tuesday, from 4 p.m. to 2 a.m., offering a casual yet vibrant experience whether you’re looking for expertly crafted drinks or a laid-back night out.

Punch Drink describes Cobra as a bar where “there is little fanfare attached to how the drinks are presented” but where “it can live up to its slogan and turn any night into a good night.” So, if you’re looking for a new spot to hang out in Columbus, you can’t go wrong with Cobra.

Cobra is located at 684 S. High St, Columbus, OH, 43206. For more info about the bar, head over to cobrabarcolumbus.com.

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Nat Geo WILD will be premiering a 6 episode limited series following the staff of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, who work non-stop to keep the animals, happy and healthy. The show is called “Secrets of the Zoo” and will premiere July 29 with back-to-back to episodes at 9 and 10 p.m. on Nat Geo Wild. The series will then air on Sundays at 9 p.m. through Aug. 26.

“More than 175 million Americans visit a zoo every year but nothing compares to the behind-the-scenes experience we deliver,” said Geoff Daniels, executive vice president and general manager, Nat Geo WILD.

“Thanks to the Columbus Zoo and their incredible staff, our audience of animal lovers and their families will get an exclusive golden ticket to witness all the extraordinary work, heartwarming stories and inspiring moments most people never see at a place where the passion and commitment to wildlife has to be seen to be believed!”

Not only will viewers get to know the zoo staff, they’ll also get to know and love many of the animals that currently call the zoo home.

“We are proud to have some of the most talented, knowledgeable, dedicated, and passionate staff members in the world on our animal care team,” said Columbus Zoo and Aquarium President and CEO Tom Stalf. “The fact that the Columbus Zoo and The Wilds were selected for this show is a true testament to our team as well as our supportive Central Ohio community that has helped to make our Zoo one of the best in the nation.”

Upcoming episodes of the show include:

Secrets of the Zoo – Stand by Your ManateePremieres Sunday, July 29, 9/8c
An orphaned baby manatee is rescued from the wild, and the zoo staff manages to retrieve an important urine sample from a beloved manatee mom. It’s a big new world for the zoo’s newest additions — adorable tiger cubs. A male oryx joins a herd of females, while the zoo staff collects lifesaving blood from a giraffe, and has some fun feeding their hyenas.

Secrets of the Zoo – Run, Cheetah, Run

Premieres Sunday, July 29, 10/9c
The zoo doctors go into hero mode, attempting to replace a missing bone in a cheetah’s shoulder and rescuing 16 macaws from a hoarding situation. They also perform pregnancy tests on rare mares, give baby polar bear cubs swimming lessons and treat rambunctious — but loveable — flamingos with leg problems.

Secrets of the Zoo – Kangaroo-mance

Premieres Sunday, Aug. 5, 9/8c
Young kangaroo Fergus gets a gut check in the love department while Zuri, an expectant warthog, delivers unexpected results. Baby, a beloved black rat snake, develops a concerning mass, while Mac, the zoo’s oldest silverback gorilla, gets a surprise birthday party.

Secrets of the Zoo – Rhino-mite!

Premieres Sunday, Aug. 12, 9/8c
At the zoo, a white rhino ultrasound shows surprising results, and a sick guinea fowl becomes an emergency. From Florida to California, the zoo team hits the coasts, returning two rescued manatees to their native waters, and transporting four wild cats to Los Angeles for an appearance on “The Late, Late Show With James Corden.”

Secrets of the Zoo – Beauties and Beasts

Premieres Sunday, Aug. 19. 9/8c
Baby fever spreads through the zoo as a cheetah repopulation program goes into full effect, a takin has a hitch in his getalong and Jack Hanna cases chaos through the zoo as he prepares to delight a crowd, while the park’s most chill residents get a frozen spaghetti seal treat.

Secrets of the Zoo – Bringing Up Baby

Premieres Sunday, Aug. 26, 9/8c
The keepers make their morning breakfast rounds at the Heart of Africa exhibit, a young bull elephant has a play date while his expectant mother gets an ultrasound, a rare okapi gets a checkup, a cougar has a concerning abscess and it’s a winter herd roundup at The Wilds.

For more information, please visit ColumbusZoo.org.

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U.S. News recently ranked the best high schools in the state, and Central Ohio had eight schools in the Top 20.

Olentangy schools had three high schools in the top 20, Olentangy Orange High Schoool came in at #18, Olentangy High School at #10, and Olentangy Liberty High School at #8. Upper Arlington High School came in at #12 with New Albany High School just behind at #17.

In Dublin, Dublin Jerome High School came out on top at #9 followed by Dublin Coffman High School at #16.

But the highest ranked high school in Central Ohio is Bexley High School, which came in 4th in the state and ranked in the Top 150 High Schools in the United States at #128.

All of the schools were awarded a gold medal by U.S. News. So how did they determine the rankings for the schools? U.S. News used factors including students’ test performances, graduation rates, and college-level coursework.

To determine the rankings, U.S. News followed four steps:

To see a full list, click here: U.S. News Best High Schools

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That’s right. Not San Francisco, not Seattle, not friggin’ Portland, but Columbus was just named the hottest hipster market in America. At least that’s what a recent Yelp study determined. They combined forces with Realtor.com to determine the best housing markets in areas with a flourishing hipster economy (i.e. small businesses that specialize in locally sourced frozen yogurt, pho, or vintage anything really).

It wasn’t just the whole city of Columbus that topped the list, no, they narrowed it all the way down to the very zip code.

And which, might you ask, is the most ironic D.A.R.E. tee-shirt wearing, 80s vinyl collecting, handlebar mustache rocking, neighborhood in all of Columbus? Clintonville actually takes the cake on this one (unsurprisingly).

The list was determined by the number of times “hipster” was mentioned in a Yelp review and by ranking each area by median days on market and median page views per listing on Realtor.com. After Columbus in the number one spot comes Seattle, then San Diego, and Fort Wayne (that one took me by surprise). What’s the rest of the list look like? No problem, I got you fam.

So Congratulations Clintonville.

I guess? Frigging hipsters. Also, one of you let me borrow your record player, I’ve got a vinyl copy of the Shinobi 3 soundtrack from Sega Genesis and I need to take this puppy for a spin. Yeah, I’m one of those self-hating hipsters, sue me.

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US News analyzed data from roughly 5,000 hospitals and medical centers, as well as survey responses from over 30,000 physicians. After analyzing all of this information, US News ranked hospitals around the country in 16 adult specialties.

Additionally, US News took into account survival rates, specialized staff, patient safety, and hospital reputation to determine final rankings.

In the United States, 152 Hospitals ranked in at least one specialty. Here are the 10 best hospitals in Ohio, according to US News.

1. Cleveland Clinic

Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, OH ranks nationally in 14 adult specialties and 9 pediatric specialties. Specialties with national rankings are:

2. University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center

University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center in Cleveland, OH ranks nationally in 8 adult specialties and 9 pediatric specialties. Specialties with national rankings are:

3. Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, OH ranks nationally in 7 adult specialties. Specialties with national rankings are:

4. Miami Valley Hospital

Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, OH ranks nationally in 2 adult specialties. Specialties with national rankings are:

5. Christ Hospital

Christ Hospital in Cincinnati, OH ranks nationally in 2 adult specialties. Specialties with national rankings are:

7. Hillcrest Hospital

Hillcrest Hospital in Cleveland, OH ranks nationally in one adult specialty:

8. ProMedica Toledo Hospital

ProMedica Toledo Hospital in Toledo, OH is not nationally ranked in any specialty.

9. OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital

OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, OH ranks nationally in one adult specialty:

10. Cleveland Clinic Akron General

Cleveland Clinic Akron General in Akron, OH ranks nationally in one adult specialty:

To view the full ranking of hospitals from US News, please click here.

Were you surprised at which Hospital’s made the cut? Which hospital in Columbus do you prefer for treatment? Tell us on Facebook or Twitter!

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The show, which is in its fifth season, focuses on a team of master craftsmen from West Virgina, and their love for salvaging old barnwood.

This week’s episode takes place in Pleasantville, OH. Mark Bowe and his team head to the small town to take down a massive barn, but the encounter a few hiccups along the way, including 50+ mph winds.

Also featured in the episode were a few shots around the Ohio University Lancaster campus, most notably of the John Bright Number 2 Covered Bridge.

Mark Bowe, alongside designer Karen Tindall Tillery, hope to bring the barnwood back to life by creating a beautiful new building.

The episode will air again on DIY Network July 30 at 11 p.m. You can also view all episodes on iTunes, Amazon Prime, and Google Play. For more information about Barnwood Builders, please visit their website.

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