What the $8.5B Abbott Nutrition spinoff means for Columbus
Abbott is spinning off an $8.5 billion business, and Columbus will be the hub for its U.S. production.
Daily Rundown · October 24, 2026
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Entertainment
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Food & Drink
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Sports
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Arts & Culture
- Art students practice sketching skills with NBC4's Puppy on a Mission, Boone NBC4i
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Family & Kids
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Business & Technology
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Real Estate
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Higher Education
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