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Columbus Dispatch photojournalist. Indiana raised. Likes πŸ₯ΎπŸ•β€πŸ¦ΊπŸ“·πŸ—ΊοΈ 🌐 adamcairns.com πŸ“Έ instagram.com/adamcairns/ πŸ—žοΈ https://www.dispatch.com/staff/5587168002/adam-cairns/

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A look at every Columbus Crew kit since 1996 Take a look back at the Columbus Crew's uniforms throughout the years.

For today's #Crew96 kit release, I've put together an exhaustive photo gallery with every Columbus Crew kit I could find in the Columbus Dispatch archive dating back to the 1996 season. Who's got a favorite? www.dispatch.com/picture-gall...

10.02.2026 23:00 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The @dispatch.com photographer @adamcairns.bsky.social captured me plowing in the Short North on Sunday. Thank you for the great shot and braving the snow to document the @columbusdps.bsky.social efforts to clear our streets.

27.01.2026 16:41 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Buckeyes lose the Cotton Bowl to the 'Canes, ending a storied year www.dispatch.com/picture-gall...

01.01.2026 05:06 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Despite another two-goal game from Zach Werenzki, the Minnesota Wild overwhelmed the #CBJ in the third period for 5-2 loss www.dispatch.com/picture-gall...

19.12.2025 05:13 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Did you know @dispatchnewsguild.bsky.social has two photojournalists on staff who are also awesome drone photographers?

Linked below are 2 stories where
@adamcairns.bsky.social and Doral Chenoweth’s drone photos added depth my words couldn’t.

Support professional journalism! #dispatchnewsguild

15.12.2025 17:01 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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EXTRA! EXTRA! The Columbus Dispatch is unionizing!

cwalocals.org/columbusdisp...

10.12.2025 16:02 β€” πŸ‘ 82    πŸ” 19    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Hey Buckeye fans, probably not too late to find a print copy of today’s Columbus Dispatch. The sports cover was one for the ages! We’re cooking up something special for Ohio State’s postseason as well. Surest way to get one is to subscribe: subscribe.dispatch.com #GoBucks

01.12.2025 23:13 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Buckeyes won the game, but Brutus won the internet yesterday

30.11.2025 14:22 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Ohio State Buckeyes break the winless streak against Michigan with 27-9 victory in the Big House

πŸ“Έ gallery: dispatch.com/picture-gall... #GoBucks #TheGame

29.11.2025 22:05 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Early winter storm blankets Columbus' fall colors in snow www.dispatch.com/picture-gall...

10.11.2025 16:45 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Lori with the extremely on-brand hockey stick self censorship 🀣

27.10.2025 23:27 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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The #CBJ kick off their 25th campaign in Columbus www.dispatch.com/picture-gall...

14.10.2025 12:49 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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The No. 1 Ohio State Buckeyes stay undefeated after beating the Illinois Fighting Illini 34-16 in Champaign www.dispatch.com/picture-gall...

11.10.2025 23:29 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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#Crew96 captain Darlington Nagbe announces retirement at end of this MLS season www.dispatch.com/story/sports...

07.10.2025 19:27 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Ohio State's stifling defense and explosive offense combine for 42-3 win over Minnesota. See the photos: www.dispatch.com/picture-gall...

05.10.2025 16:23 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Ohio State Buckeyes easily handle Grambling State on both sides of the ball with a 70-0 win to go 2-0.

Full gallery: www.dispatch.com/picture-gall...

07.09.2025 03:17 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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One year ago, the hockey world was shocked to learn about the passing of Johnny Gaudreau. Head over to dispatch.com to read about how the #CBJ have kept his spirit alive while coping with the unimaginable loss.

From @BrianHedger: www.dispatch.com/story/sports...

29.08.2025 12:05 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Football and fatherhood: How Ohio State's Ryan Day is raising his most cherished quarterback www.dispatch.com/story/sports...

27.08.2025 12:53 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We've been scouring the Dispatch archive to bring you photos of Columbus' history, including some that have never been seen in the digital age. Check out the most recent gallery of aerial photos we've taken from planes, helicopters and drones over the years. www.dispatch.com/picture-gall...

13.08.2025 19:44 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Columbus Crew defeat Club LeΓ³n 1-0 in final Leagues Cup group stage match

Full gallery: www.dispatch.com/picture-gall... #Crew96

06.08.2025 03:27 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Sports fans should recognize this guy on the left who makes an appearance in the Columbus Dispatch's amazing '80s photo gallery of life in Columbus: dispatch.com/picture-gall... (photo by Amy Sancetta)

17.07.2025 13:43 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Dude Wipes, distant cousin on the side of the family that no one talks to anymore 🧻 πŸ˜‚

14.07.2025 19:17 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

The kids in the audience (and many parents) went nuts for the show. Everyone was having a blast.

14.07.2025 16:40 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I saw it in person, yet still can't accurately answer your question πŸ™ƒ

14.07.2025 16:35 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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The still-yet-to-be-announced Columbus Crew throwback third jersey again on display at the Dude Perfect tour stop last night #crew96

πŸ“Έ Full @dudeperfect.bsky.social gallery: www.dispatch.com/picture-gall...

14.07.2025 15:58 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 2
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How a Pro Sports Photographer and Nikon Robotics Revolutionized Ice Hockey Images How Joel Marklund brings creativity and robotics to professional sports photography.

How a Pro Sports Photographer and Nikon Robotics Revolutionized Ice Hockey Images (via @petapixel.bsky.social) petapixel.com/2025/07/05/h...

08.07.2025 13:20 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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How the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium handles extreme heat See how the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium keeps animals safe and cool during extreme heat with shaded areas and special care from staff.

Some animals need a little more help staying cool than others. Check out what the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium is doing to protect against the extreme heat www.dispatch.com/videos/news/...

24.06.2025 23:06 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Dying at 48, former Pacers photographer wants to live long enough to see NBA title Matt Dial, a former IndyStar photographer who shot many Pacers games, is on hospice battling Stage 4 colon cancer.

Dying at 48, former Pacers photographer wants to live long enough to see NBA title www.indystar.com/story/sports...

11.06.2025 04:40 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Columbus protesters march through Downtown against ICE deportation and Trump administration immigration policies www.dispatch.com/picture-gall...

11.06.2025 02:16 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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British photojournalist hit by non lethal rounds during Los Angeles protests Nick Stern to undergo surgery for wound sustained during the standoff between police and anti-Ice protesters

β€œPeople came over to help and got me on the curb. A medic was called, who cut off my clothes. In my leg was what felt like a five centimeter hole with muscle hanging out of it and blood all down my leg. The medic put a tourniquet on it, and a journalist I was with took me to ER.”

08.06.2025 18:37 β€” πŸ‘ 1220    πŸ” 631    πŸ’¬ 34    πŸ“Œ 45

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