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From fashion and art to food, this Ohio city is reinventing itself

May 29, 2018

Let’s be clear: The old Columbus wasn’t a bad place to visit, just a little staid. But the new Columbus? It’s hip and funky, energetic and captivating, thanks to a new generation of artists, craftspeople and entrepreneurs who are transforming Columbus into a destination city.