After the destruction of Flytown, the Short North became the name for the area just short of the Ohio State campus and north of downtown Columbus. Mike’s Grill is the oldest bar in the neighborhood, and at one time had a very rough reputation.
Category Archives: Music
It’s Just That He Lives Downstairs
Living in the city sometimes means dealing with neighbors whose music might be great at a club, but not so great coming from an adjacent apartment.
You’re Invited
The WHPK DJ Arkansas Red is one of many quirky characters in a possible future Wes Anderson film.
This is Paul Masson
Like George in the Seinfeld episode “The Burning,” sometimes you
feel there’s nothing more to say.
You Big Dummies
The sitcom Sanford and Son starred Redd Foxx as a Junk Dealer in the Watts neighborhood of L.A. A year after its premiere, Sly and The Family Stone released the album Fresh, whose songs can still inspire cheer on the subway.
