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🏘️ These Historic Neighborhoods In Columbus Tell The City’s Real Story

Plus: 😷 Columbus Air Quality Gets An 'F'

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Chelsea Wiley
April 24, 2025

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Hello, Thursday! Chelsea here.

I’m old enough to remember “Throwback Thursdays” and this morning, I’m running with it. Today we’re diving into the roots of Columbus with a look at the city's oldest neighborhoods. From the birthplace of the city in Franklinton to the historic vibrancy of the King-Lincoln Bronzeville and the vanished-but-not-forgotten Flytown, we’re tracing how these areas helped shape the Columbus we know today. It’s a fascinating walk through history, no time machine required.

🏗️ Astor Park Is Bringing Dog Spas And Rooftop Lounges To Downtown Columbus
The cranes are up and the future is coming fast! Astor Park is finally turning into the walkable, art-filled neighborhood it promised to be. From public plazas to poolside courtyards, here’s what’s on the way.

😷 Columbus Air Quality Gets A Failing Grade In New National Report
Nearly half of Americans are breathing unhealthy air, and Central Ohio isn’t exempt. A new report from the American Lung Association shows how extreme heat, wildfires, and pollution are worsening our air quality, and what that means for our health.

Headlines 📰 

🎸 Mt. Joy brought their Hope We Have Fun Tour to Columbus with a special hometown surprise, inviting Ohio natives Caamp onstage to debut a heartfelt cover of Gillian Welch’s “Look At Miss Ohio.” (Relix)

🥪 Have you ever wondered where to find the best breakfast sandwich in Ohio? According to one food reviewer, it’s right here in Columbus. (ABC6)

📚 Ohio libraries are facing the largest proposed funding cuts in a century, up to $100 million, threatening the essential, community-wide services they provide. This powerful personal essay makes the case that defunding libraries isn’t just short-sighted; it’s a direct blow to democracy and the public good. (Matter News)

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Today's Photo 🤳

😍 Where is your favorite place in Columbus to see spring flowers? I can’t get enough of all of the color this year, so I’m on a mission to explore. These lovely tulips call Franklin Park Conseratory home, and they look picture perfet.

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- Chelsea