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Those are beautiful additions to that bridge in Charlotte, although they
certainly seem to be "capturing the local residents imaginations", as they
all try to "explain" what these unique monuments represent. I watched
the video you attached .... thank's for sharing some of what's happening in
Charlotte.
No doubt. Columbus is doing some impressive things. Something to be proud about. Just for reference, how big area wise is the city of Coulmbus.
No doubt. Columbus is doing some impressive things. Something to be proud about. Just for reference, how big area wise is the city of Coulmbus.
The actual size of Columbus "proper" or the city limits is enormous at 212 square miles. You can drive on "seemingly forever" before leaving the incorporated limits of the city ... or you leave momentarily and before you realize it, once again you're entering the city limits.
The city is still experiencing a healthy pace of expansion and growth ...
there are construction projects virtually everywhere! If I blinked, I'd swear that I was in a city like Dallas or Austin ... and not Columbus.
Here's a "2010" Kiplinger ranking published last week that lists Charlotte amoung the Ten Great Cities for Young Adults Link: 10 Great Cities For Young Adults
And the lastest Census numbers show Charlotte's metro just passed Indianapolis in population. And Columbus, OH.."like dem socks we on your heels!"..J. Cole circa 2009. LOL!!
Yes, I've read the latest census "estimates". It's entirely possible that Charlotte may eclipse Columbus in population ... but is that really what
matters the most?
Columbus remains a solid leader in the following areas:
1. Healthy economy / job growth ( still besting Charlotte at present )
2. Destination city for those looking to relocate
3. # 1 on list of "up -n- coming high tech cities"
4. Consistently ranked high in many "Best Cities" lists
5. Also ranked in the "top 10 cities" for those seeking employment
The city is also experiencing a "building boom" that translates into
BILLIONS of DOLLARS of investment, reinvestment and improvements
to the city infrastructure.
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Columbus for sure. One of the most underrated cities in the country.
By the way nice pictures of Columbus! I like the ones of the scenery in the area with the waterfall.
I accidentally voted for the wrong city though, they both start with C and I mixed up the order thinking Columbus was the 2nd one because I voted really fast...
Columbus for sure. One of the most underrated cities in the country.
By the way nice pictures of Columbus! I like the ones of the scenery in the area with the waterfall.
I accidentally voted for the wrong city though, they both start with C and I mixed up the order thinking Columbus was the 2nd one because I voted really fast...
Thanks, I appreciate your compliments on my photos ... I love photographing "cityscapes", capturing the essence and vitality
of a city ... especially a prospering city like Columbus.
Keep watching, I'm feeling like a "shutterbug" again ... and with cooler temps in the forecast, I'll likely be out and about.
And ...
Next time you cast a vote, watch your "finger strokes"! LMAO
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Yes, I've read the latest census "estimates". It's entirely possible that Charlotte may eclipse Columbus in population ... but is that really what
matters the most?
Columbus remains a solid leader in the following areas:
1. Healthy economy / job growth ( still besting Charlotte at present ) 2. Destination city for those looking to relocate
3. # 1 on list of "up -n- coming high tech cities"
4. Consistently ranked high in many "Best Cities" lists
5. Also ranked in the "top 10 cities" for those seeking employment
The city is also experiencing a "building boom" that translates into
BILLIONS of DOLLARS of investment, reinvestment and improvements
to the city infrastructure.
LOL in that best cities list you linked above I guess you didn't notice Charlotte made the top 10 overall, Columbus didn't make the overall list. Columbus definitly does not lead Charlotte as a destination for people relocating, never has, video below...
Yes, I've read the latest census "estimates". It's entirely possible that Charlotte may eclipse Columbus in population ... but is that really what
matters the most?
Columbus remains a solid leader in the following areas:
1. Healthy economy / job growth ( still besting Charlotte at present )
2. Destination city for those looking to relocate
3. # 1 on list of "up -n- coming high tech cities"
4. Consistently ranked high in many "Best Cities" lists
5. Also ranked in the "top 10 cities" for those seeking employment
The city is also experiencing a "building boom" that translates into
BILLIONS of DOLLARS of investment, reinvestment and improvements
to the city infrastructure.
All Columbus needs to the add to the list is some serious investment in rail-based transit.
LOL in that best cities list you linked above I guess you didn't notice Charlotte made the top 10 overall, Columbus didn't make the overall list. Columbus definitly does not lead Charlotte as a destination for people relocating, never has, video below...
I'm not interested in turning this thread into "tit 4 tat", Carolina
Blue ... this isn't supposed to be a thread that is comprised of
overt negativity, thank you!
To correct you, I never stated that Columbus "leads over Charlotte"
as a destination for relocation, "I know that is definitely not factual"
What I said is that Columbus "is a leading destination city" for those
seeking relocation, and that IS ACTUALLY VERY FACTUAL.
Columbus routinely makes most of the annual "Best Cities" lists that
are compiled by various media organizations and polls.
One certain fact concerning Columbus and Charlotte that can not
be negated are the unemployment figures for each city:
All Columbus needs to the add to the list is some serious investment in rail-based transit.
I overwhelmingly agree with the aforementioned statement ^
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