Parable Coffee, a downtown Columbus favorite, suddenly closed, leaving its dedicated staff without pay for weeks. Many employees relied on every paycheck to cover essentials like rent, and now they’re scrambling to make ends meet. The team, who describe themselves as a family, have started a GoFundMe to help each other out, and the community has stepped up in support. While the café’s future is uncertain, what’s clear is the impact on the people behind the counter—those who made the place special. How should local businesses handle tough times like this? #Food #Columbus #SupportLocal