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LGBTQ+ Community Takes Back Columbus Bars | Columbus News
Two iconic Columbus LGBTQ+ venues, Union Cafe and Axis Nightclub, have found new community-owned leadership after a swift, heartfelt transition from their previous owner. Michael Smithson, Ryan Doyle, and Dominic Bruno — all local LGBTQ+ advocates — stepped in to preserve these historic hubs, which have served as pillars of queer life since the late 90s. With plans to refresh menus, revamp programming, and boost marketing, the new team vows to honor the spaces’ legacy while amplifying community engagement and representation. The sale, brokered in just weeks, marks a triumphant victory for…
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