Sunny days and a new iPhone (with a much better camera) mean only one thing: visiting construction sites for photo updates! We’ve taken the opportunity over the past several weekends to get out and about for some visual updates on various projects around town.
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In this latest installment you’ll find a wide variety of updates from Downtown Columbus, The Short North, Italian Village, Victorian Village, the University District, Weinland Park, Grandview Heights, Franklinton, the Brewery District, Olde Towne East, the King-Lincoln District and more.
New apartment buildings continue to dot the landscape in all neighborhoods, but we’re also seeing several historic renovations, new hotel buildings, offices, medical buildings and more. More details on each of these projects can be found at the links below each photo.
We're exploring the evolution of downtown with Michael Brown, who has been a cornerstone in the city's development planning and worked both in and outside city government to cheer on its growth. Columbus Underground editor Walker Evans and Mike delve into the city's challenges and triumphs, the synergy between projects, the balance between iconic and neighborhood-level public art investments, and the concerted efforts to address systemic issues like homelessness and affordable housing. Through anecdotes and insights, they highlight Columbus's young, creative energy and the dynamic urban policies that continue to drive its growth.
There is often a complex interplay between preservation and progress. A year into his exploration, Columbus Underground reporter Jesse Bethea continues to sift through the story of how the removal of remains from what was once the North Market parking lot unfolded. From the contentious removal of centuries-old graves to the forensic analysis of unearthed remains, today’s episode navigates the ethical, legal, and emotional complexities surrounding the issue. In the quest to honor the past while embracing the future, we examine what lies beneath the surface of urban development and confront the ghosts of history that still shape our city today.
Walker Evans is the co-founder of Columbus Underground, along with his wife and business partner Anne Evans. Walker has turned local media into a full time career over the past decade and serves on multiple boards and committees throughout the community.