A vibrant maker ethos has taken root in the home of The Ohio State University. Arts neighborhoods like Short North are seeing edgy new endeavors, while Columbus has worked to turn around one of its worst neighborhoods, Franklinton, with breweries, art studios, coworking space and more. Even the city's beloved North Market is due to get a $192 million redevelopment. Who knew Ohio could be so cool? (Answer: Ohioans!)

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