Amani Bayo

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Features Reporter at The Columbus Dispatch

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Articles

Columbus pizza favorite unveils new interactive bib pizza box

3 days ago | the-review.com | Amani Bayo

Mikey's Late Night Slice introduced a new pizza box featuring artwork and a tear-off bib. The box art is created by Columbus artist Patrick Moore. A Columbus pizza staple has added a new interactive item to its far-from-boring, late-night restaurant brand. Mikey's Late Night Slice announced a full-color Pizza Bib Brand box, which features box art and an interactive neck piece that customers can tear off and use when eating.
Columbus pizza favorite unveils new interactive bib pizza box

3 days ago | dispatch.com | Amani Bayo

Mikey's Late Night Slice introduced a new pizza box featuring artwork and a tear-off bib. The box art is created by Columbus artist Patrick Moore. A Columbus pizza staple has added a new interactive item to its far-from-boring, late-night restaurant brand. Mikey's Late Night Slice announced a full-color Pizza Bib Brand box, which features box art and an interactive neck piece that customers can tear off and use when eating.
Reneé Rapp announces headlining tour ahead of new album

3 days ago | usatoday.com | Amani Bayo

A Broadway actress turned solo pop sensation is taking her act on the road. Reneé Rapp, better known for her role as Regina George in "Mean Girls" on Broadway, announced a new headlining tour Monday, June 23. The star who, in recent years, has become a Gen-Z breakout star with the help of her fame from "Sex Lives of College Girls," will embark on a 16-city tour beginning Sept. 23. The news comes ahead of the Aug.
New African Immigrants Commission to discuss mental health resources in June 25 forum

4 days ago | dispatch.com | Amani Bayo

Columbus' New African Immigrant Commission (NAIC) will host its first Calabash Forum on June 25 at the Columbus Metropolitan Library. The forum aims to address barriers to mental and behavioral health resources for new African immigrants. A panel of experts and Ohio House Assistant Minority Leader Rep. Dontavius Jarrells will speak at the event. Columbus' New African Immigrants Commission (NAIC) will host its first Calabash Forum on June 25.
Reneé Rapp announces headlining tour, Columbus concert

4 days ago | dispatch.com | Amani Bayo

Broadway's "Mean Girls" star Reneé Rapp announced a 16-city headlining tour. Rapp will perform in Columbus at Nationwide Arena on Oct. 8. A Broadway actress who became a solo pop star announced a new headlining tour. Reneé Rapp, better known for her role as Regina George in "Mean Girls" on Broadway, will embark on a 16-city tour beginning Sept. 23. The announcement comes before the Aug. 1 release of her second album, "BITE ME."Rapp will perform at Nationwide Arena, 200 W. Nationwide Blvd., on Oct. 8.
JoJo Siwa postpones Columbus concert, US tour

4 days ago | dispatch.com | Amani Bayo

JoJo Siwa has postponed all U.S. dates for her upcoming tour. Refunds for purchased tickets will be issued at the point of purchase. All U.S. dates have been postponed for JoJo Siwa's upcoming tour. The 22-year-old singer left a message on her tour website for fans announcing the change: "I've got some news that breaks my heart to share... my US tour has to be postponed."The North American tour, which was announced in March, was to tour 18 cities across the nation, including Columbus on July 19.
How social media influencers make money on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube

6 days ago | dispatch.com | Amani Bayo

Social media influencers earn money through social platforms and brand deals with payments varying greatly, depending on the brand and the influencer's reach. Platforms like TikTok and YouTube offer rewards programs based on views with rates that change consistently. Many creators supplement their income with side hustles due to the fluctuating nature of social media earnings. Millions post videos on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube, but how do they make money from it?
Columbus influencers share the secrets behind their rise to viral fame

6 days ago | cantonrep.com | Amani Bayo

Online fame doesn't happen overnight, but it's just as unpredictable. The Dispatch asked four central Ohio-based influencers, all with more than 10,000 followers across social media platforms, what their first video that went viral was that branded them with the influencer label. Here are their stories. Kate Zhang, also known as heyimkatez, began posting videos at the start of the pandemic, but her first video went viral in 2023.
Take a look at Tom Katzenmeyer's tenure as longtime GCAC president

1 week ago | cantonrep.com | Amani Bayo

• Tom Katzenmeyer, CEO of the Greater Columbus Arts Council (GCAC), is retiring after years of service. • Katzenmeyer prioritized funding for artists and arts organizations, particularly those in underserved communities. What started as a vision to create a brighter future for the arts in Columbus turned into a mission for one leader of the Greater Columbus Arts Council (GCAC). And the proof of his success is widespread throughout Columbus.
Take a look at Tom Katzenmeyer's tenure as longtime GCAC president

1 week ago | dispatch.com | Amani Bayo

Tom Katzenmeyer, CEO of the Greater Columbus Arts Council (GCAC), is retiring after years of service. Katzenmeyer significantly increased GCAC's annual revenue and championed public art in Columbus. Katzenmeyer prioritized funding for artists and arts organizations, particularly those in underserved communities. What started as a vision to create a brighter future for the arts in Columbus turned into a mission for one leader of the Greater Columbus Arts Council (GCAC).