Icicles envelop the hanging vines at Jimmy Vs as below-freezing temperatures turn the spray from the water wall in the patio into a frozen masterpiece of winter’s sudden turn. My Final Photo for December 2, 2024.

The cast of Uptown Scrooge celebrates at the end of one of the chapters of a slightly modified Christmas Carol performance at Java Central on the first day of weekend performances through Christmas week. My Final Photo for December 1, 2024.

Kenny Stiegele begins his afternoon at Triple Play Card Shop, watching the Buckeyes begin a losing effort against Michigan at Ohio Stadium. My Final Photo for November 30, 2024.

A trio of shoppers carrying bags from Uptown merchants crosses State Street during late afternoon traffic on Black Friday. My Final Photo for November 29, 2024.

The front window of Westerville Antiques shines bright with its Christmas decorations as the sun sets on a cloudy, cool Thanksgiving Day. My Final Photo for November 28, 2024.

Mother and daughter search for the perfect tree in shape, size, and price to decorate for their home for Christmas from the tree lot at Glengary Shopping Center in Blendon Township. My Final Photo for November 27, 2024.