Columbus Ranked #8 US City for Economic Growth

The US Bureau of Economic Analysis released new data last week that takes an updated look at the current state of economic output generated by individual US metro areas. Columbus ranked at #8 on the list with a 3.3% GDP growth since 2012, which is nearly double the 1.7% national average.


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Columbus Ranked #8 US City for Economic Growth

The US Bureau of Economic Analysis released new data last week that takes an updated look at the current state of economic output generated by individual US metro areas. Columbus ranked at #8 on the list with a 3.3% GDP growth since 2012, which is nearly double the 1.7% national average.


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New Parkland, Development Around OSU Medical Campus

New dorms represent the first phase of the massive North Residential District, while the southern entrance that will be getting a new look is Cannon Drive, which will be straightened out to allow for new development on about 12 acres of land north of King Avenue and adjacent to the OSU Wexner Medical Center.

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New Parkland, Development Around OSU Medical Campus

New dorms represent the first phase of the massive North Residential District, while the southern entrance that will be getting a new look is Cannon Drive, which will be straightened out to allow for new development on about 12 acres of land north of King Avenue and adjacent to the OSU Wexner Medical Center.

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State jobs shift to central Ohio

Many Ohio metro areas have been slowly losing state-government jobs over the past 25 years, putting a further drag in recent times on economies still staggering from the brutal recession of the past decade.

The government jobs haven’t disappeared. They’ve just moved — to Columbus. Of course, as the state capital, Columbus would be expected to have the most state jobs.

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State jobs shift to central Ohio

Many Ohio metro areas have been slowly losing state-government jobs over the past 25 years, putting a further drag in recent times on economies still staggering from the brutal recession of the past decade.

The government jobs haven’t disappeared. They’ve just moved — to Columbus. Of course, as the state capital, Columbus would be expected to have the most state jobs.

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Neighborhood bookstores making a comeback

For decades, their number dwindled. Today, independent bookstores are seeing a slow but steady revival by giving their local communities personalized service. 

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Neighborhood bookstores making a comeback

For decades, their number dwindled. Today, independent bookstores are seeing a slow but steady revival by giving their local communities personalized service. 

For a list and more information slick here

Central Ohio home prices set record in August

Central Ohio home prices rose to new heights in August, even though sales continue to drop from last year. 

According to the Columbus Realtors trade group, the average sales price of a central Ohio home in August hit $194,879, a record high for the month. The average price of $184,587 for the first eight months of the year is also a record, according to the organization. 

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Central Ohio home prices set record in August

Central Ohio home prices rose to new heights in August, even though sales continue to drop from last year. 

According to the Columbus Realtors trade group, the average sales price of a central Ohio home in August hit $194,879, a record high for the month. The average price of $184,587 for the first eight months of the year is also a record, according to the organization. 

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A New Place in Upper Arlington Showcases an Art Collection

 A co-parenting situation becomes infinitely easier when the parents live close to each other. In Katie Langmeyer’s case, the proximity is right around the corner.

“I wanted to stay in Upper Arlington,” says Langmeyer. “I wanted to downsize, I was on a single mom’s budget. Upper Arlington is a tricky neighborhood to stay in if you don’t want to spend an exorbitant amount of money to remodel.”

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A New Place in Upper Arlington Showcases an Art Collection

 A co-parenting situation becomes infinitely easier when the parents live close to each other. In Katie Langmeyer’s case, the proximity is right around the corner.

“I wanted to stay in Upper Arlington,” says Langmeyer. “I wanted to downsize, I was on a single mom’s budget. Upper Arlington is a tricky neighborhood to stay in if you don’t want to spend an exorbitant amount of money to remodel.”

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Columbus Ranked #1 Opportunity City of 2014

 Columbus, Ohio, was supposed to be just a temporary stop in 2006 on the way East for Josh and Niki Quinn, a place to save money and plan their new business.

 A few months into their Columbus camp-out, they decided to stay put. “As we started comparing Columbus and what it had to offer with the other cities, especially when cost got factored into it, we saw that we would be able to do something right away, and on a larger scale than we would in other cities on the East Coast,” says Josh Quinn.

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Columbus Ranked #1 Opportunity City of 2014

 Columbus, Ohio, was supposed to be just a temporary stop in 2006 on the way East for Josh and Niki Quinn, a place to save money and plan their new business.

 A few months into their Columbus camp-out, they decided to stay put. “As we started comparing Columbus and what it had to offer with the other cities, especially when cost got factored into it, we saw that we would be able to do something right away, and on a larger scale than we would in other cities on the East Coast,” says Josh Quinn.

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Explore Columbus: Tour an Urban Winery

“I have embraced the fact that we are a true urban winery,” says Harvey. “I like being different. I like surprising people when they come in.”

Visitors come to Signature Wines for many reasons but the tours and tastings are the main draw. These are hosted by Harvey herself, the winemaker which is somewhat of a rare treat in the wine industry. In a former part of her life, Harvey was a biologist who worked for the Ohio Department of Agriculture. Her experience in that field makes her tours all the more unique.

More about our urban winery HERE  

Explore Columbus: Tour an Urban Winery

“I have embraced the fact that we are a true urban winery,” says Harvey. “I like being different. I like surprising people when they come in.”

Visitors come to Signature Wines for many reasons but the tours and tastings are the main draw. These are hosted by Harvey herself, the winemaker which is somewhat of a rare treat in the wine industry. In a former part of her life, Harvey was a biologist who worked for the Ohio Department of Agriculture. Her experience in that field makes her tours all the more unique.

More about our urban winery HERE  

10 Things You Didn't Know About OSU's Brutus Buckeye

Brutus Buckeye is one of the most recognizable figures not only in Ohio but throughout the U.S., among the college-sports obsessed and otherwise. He’s wacky and energetic, bursting at his stuffed seams with school spirit, and he really knows how to rouse a crowd. But one look at our favorite mascot’s jam-packed schedule, which includes hundreds of event appearances every year in addition to Ohio State games, suggests he doesn’t work alone.

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10 Things You Didn't Know About OSU's Brutus Buckeye

Brutus Buckeye is one of the most recognizable figures not only in Ohio but throughout the U.S., among the college-sports obsessed and otherwise. He’s wacky and energetic, bursting at his stuffed seams with school spirit, and he really knows how to rouse a crowd. But one look at our favorite mascot’s jam-packed schedule, which includes hundreds of event appearances every year in addition to Ohio State games, suggests he doesn’t work alone.

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Community Grounds Bringing Coffee Shop to South Side

New business growth along Parsons Avenue has finally gained the momentum that many South Side neighborhood residents have been craving for years. The new three-story Village Pointe building is nearing completion, which will house Fitness Loft, Strut the Salon, Alchemy (juice bar) and a new restaurant from the owners of The Crest. Nearby, the old Avenue Bar was reborn as Whitt’s End Saloonearlier this summer. Hal & Al’s was recently converted to the new Tatoheads Public House. The street is even getting a brand new modern Columbus Metro Library branch location in the near future.

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Community Grounds Bringing Coffee Shop to South Side

New business growth along Parsons Avenue has finally gained the momentum that many South Side neighborhood residents have been craving for years. The new three-story Village Pointe building is nearing completion, which will house Fitness Loft, Strut the Salon, Alchemy (juice bar) and a new restaurant from the owners of The Crest. Nearby, the old Avenue Bar was reborn as Whitt’s End Saloonearlier this summer. Hal & Al’s was recently converted to the new Tatoheads Public House. The street is even getting a brand new modern Columbus Metro Library branch location in the near future.

Read About More New Plans for the South Side 

Websites try to nail down costs, so homeowners can budget well

It’s the $64,000 — or is it $68,000? — question: How much will the remodeling project cost?

To provide an idea, several websites provide homeowners with home-renovation estimates that allow them to get a ballpark idea of costs before they call contractors.

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Websites try to nail down costs, so homeowners can budget well

It’s the $64,000 — or is it $68,000? — question: How much will the remodeling project cost?

To provide an idea, several websites provide homeowners with home-renovation estimates that allow them to get a ballpark idea of costs before they call contractors.

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Mojo Tago in Powell

It’s been four years since Brian Reed began offering the people of Columbus the chance to get some seriously delicious tacos on-the-go. The Mojo TaGo trucks are among the most popular in the city, regulars at festivals and events.

Food truck season is typically from May to October (Ohio weather permitting), which has limited Reed, and several other truck owners, and caused them to halt their businesses when the days turn cold.

Timing is everything, however, and when the property at 24 Grace Drive in Powell, formerly C. William’s Bistro, became available, Reed saw it as an ideal opportunity to not only expand his operations to year-long, but to grow his brand as well.

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Mojo Tago in Powell

It’s been four years since Brian Reed began offering the people of Columbus the chance to get some seriously delicious tacos on-the-go. The Mojo TaGo trucks are among the most popular in the city, regulars at festivals and events.

Food truck season is typically from May to October (Ohio weather permitting), which has limited Reed, and several other truck owners, and caused them to halt their businesses when the days turn cold.

Timing is everything, however, and when the property at 24 Grace Drive in Powell, formerly C. William’s Bistro, became available, Reed saw it as an ideal opportunity to not only expand his operations to year-long, but to grow his brand as well.

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It's Tailgate Party time !

It’s that time of year Buckeye fans… time to bust out the grill and the crock pot and get your tailgate party on! We all have some tried and true favorite recipes that are sure to please the team on those game day Saturdays. Here are some ideas elevate your tailgate party

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It's Tailgate Party time !

It’s that time of year Buckeye fans… time to bust out the grill and the crock pot and get your tailgate party on! We all have some tried and true favorite recipes that are sure to please the team on those game day Saturdays. Here are some ideas elevate your tailgate party

Tailgate Ideas.

Town homes, apartments proposed for downtown Worthington

The proposal involves three existing buildings, including the historic Masonic Lodge and “Snow House” structures, both of which would be converted into rental units.

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Town homes, apartments proposed for downtown Worthington

The proposal involves three existing buildings, including the historic Masonic Lodge and “Snow House” structures, both of which would be converted into rental units.

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Fall Arts Guide: 15 Can’t-Miss Events This Season

Columbus is still changing faster than we can keep up with all the "new". So many events one would have to clone themselves several times over to be aware of let alone attend all that happens here on a daily basis.

This guide will help.

See the Fall Arts Guide Here

Fall Arts Guide: 15 Can’t-Miss Events This Season

Columbus is still changing faster than we can keep up with all the "new". So many events one would have to clone themselves several times over to be aware of let alone attend all that happens here on a daily basis.

This guide will help.

See the Fall Arts Guide Here

Gardening as good as exercise in cutting heart attack risk.

Study of almost 4,000 people shows regular gardening or DIY can prolong life by as much as 30% in 60-plus age group.

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Gardening as good as exercise in cutting heart attack risk.

Study of almost 4,000 people shows regular gardening or DIY can prolong life by as much as 30% in 60-plus age group.

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Experiencing Loft Living

“We wanted to live in a loft,” says Aaron, “and we thought, if we don’t do it now, when are we going to do it.”

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Experiencing Loft Living

“We wanted to live in a loft,” says Aaron, “and we thought, if we don’t do it now, when are we going to do it.”

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In 10th year, New Albany Walking Classic bursting at seams

In 2005, the inaugural New Albany Walking Classic drew 900 participants.

On Sunday, when the 10th installment of the fun-and fitness-minded event plays out, almost four times that number will make their way through the streets of the Columbus suburb.

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In 10th year, New Albany Walking Classic bursting at seams

In 2005, the inaugural New Albany Walking Classic drew 900 participants.

On Sunday, when the 10th installment of the fun-and fitness-minded event plays out, almost four times that number will make their way through the streets of the Columbus suburb.

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South Side Gaining 550 New Jobs, New Community Center

“The Southern Gateway is coming back,” said Mayor Coleman at this morning’s event. “The Reeb Avenue Center represents what can happen when a community comes together with a purpose. This outstanding investment by Columbus Castings reflects the newfound confidence generated by this neighborhood.”

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South Side Gaining 550 New Jobs, New Community Center

“The Southern Gateway is coming back,” said Mayor Coleman at this morning’s event. “The Reeb Avenue Center represents what can happen when a community comes together with a purpose. This outstanding investment by Columbus Castings reflects the newfound confidence generated by this neighborhood.”

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GCAC Presents: The Pizzuti Collection – An Insider’s View of Contemporary Art

Nestled between the leafy green space of Goodale Park and the bustle of the Short North is Pizzuti Collection, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit exhibition space, founded in 2011 and dedicated to presenting contemporary art from the collection of Ron and Ann Pizzuti. The Pizzuti’s purchased the former headquarters of the United Commercial Travelers Insurance Company, located at 632 N. Park Street, and graciously restored and transformed the 18,000 square foot space into beautiful, airy, light-filled galleries before gifting it to the Pizzuti Collection.


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GCAC Presents: The Pizzuti Collection – An Insider’s View of Contemporary Art

Nestled between the leafy green space of Goodale Park and the bustle of the Short North is Pizzuti Collection, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit exhibition space, founded in 2011 and dedicated to presenting contemporary art from the collection of Ron and Ann Pizzuti. The Pizzuti’s purchased the former headquarters of the United Commercial Travelers Insurance Company, located at 632 N. Park Street, and graciously restored and transformed the 18,000 square foot space into beautiful, airy, light-filled galleries before gifting it to the Pizzuti Collection.


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Worthington OKs development guidelines for former Methodist children’s home

The competition is on for developers interested in the former United Methodist Children’s Home on High Street after the Worthington City Council approved development guidelines this week.

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Worthington OKs development guidelines for former Methodist children’s home

The competition is on for developers interested in the former United Methodist Children’s Home on High Street after the Worthington City Council approved development guidelines this week.

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Port Columbus passenger traffic at its highest in 6 years

The number of passengers using Port Columbus totaled 590,414 in July, a 6.8 percent increase from a year ago and the highest monthly total since 2008, according to the Columbus Regional Airport Authority.

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Port Columbus passenger traffic at its highest in 6 years

The number of passengers using Port Columbus totaled 590,414 in July, a 6.8 percent increase from a year ago and the highest monthly total since 2008, according to the Columbus Regional Airport Authority.

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Columbus Ranked 6th Best City for Arts & Culture

One question that has been repeated in Columbus many timesover the past several years is how we can collectively as a city improve our arts and cultural institutions and programs through increased funding, patronage and visibility. The reason for this importance is not only to improve quality of life measurements for residents and visitors, but also to spur additional economic development that comes from building a cultured community.

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Columbus Ranked 6th Best City for Arts & Culture

One question that has been repeated in Columbus many timesover the past several years is how we can collectively as a city improve our arts and cultural institutions and programs through increased funding, patronage and visibility. The reason for this importance is not only to improve quality of life measurements for residents and visitors, but also to spur additional economic development that comes from building a cultured community.

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