Local Resources
This Metro Columbus area directory of local resources and their links will assist you in gathering valuable information.
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| Columbus - City Info - You can research local area information, statistics, and events for the city of Columbus. | |
| Columbus International Airport - Flight information and more | |
| Delaware - County info - You can research local information, statistics, and events for Delaware County. The County area is located north of Columbus. | |
| Dublin - City Info - You can research local area information, statistics and events for the city of Dublin. | |
| Hilliard - City info - You can research local area information, statistics and events for the city of Hilliard. | |
| Powell - City info - You can research loacal area information, statistics and events for the city of Powell. | |
| Upper Arlington - City info - You can research local area information, statistics and events for the city of Upper Arlington. | |
| Westerville - City info - You can research local area information, statistics and events for the city of Westerville. | |
| Worthington - City info - You can research local area information, statistics and events for the city of Worthington. | |
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| Columbus - Convention & Visitors Bureau - Traveling to Columbus? Receive discounts to local events, calendar of events on a weekly basis via e-mail and/or a packet of information about the city. | |
| Columbus - Chamber of Commerce - Receive business information about the Columbus area. Learn why Columbus is a great place to relocate your business. | |
| Dublin - Visitors Information - Information from the Dublin Visitor Bureau | |
| Powell - Chamber of Commerce - Local information from the Powell Chamber of Commerce. | |
| Westerville - Visitors Bureau - Information from the Westerville Visitors Bureau. | |
| Worthington - Chamber of Commerce - Local information from the Worthington Chamber of Commerce. | |
| Ohio Government - Information about the great state of Ohio | |
| Newspaper - Columbus Dispatch - The local newspaper for the metro Columbus area. | |
| Newspaper - Suburban News - One of two newspapers covering the suburban communities. | |
| Newspaper - This Week - One of two newspapers covering the suburban communities. | |
| Powell Community Links | |
Powell - City info - You can research local area information, statistics and events for the city of Powell.
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| Powell - Chamber of Commerce - For information on the Powell area and business Community. A great place to locate a business in a growing area. | |
| Powell - Business Association - Information about Powell area business, events, shopping, etc. | |
| Powell - YMCA - YMCA facility serving the Powell and Liberty Township community. | |
| Olentangy Local Schools - School sytem serving Powell and suothern Delaware county. | |
| Olentangy - Swim Association - Community pool for the city of Powell and surrounding areas. | |
| Olentangy - Youth Athletic Assoc. - Community athletic association for kids baseball, football, soccer, etc. in the Powell area | |
| Liberty Township - Township surrounding the Powell community | |
| Orange Township - Information on the Orange Township area. | |
| Delaware County District Library - LIbrary serving the Delaware county area. | |
| Arts | |
Actors Theatre of Columbus - one of the premiere public theater in Central Ohio in producing classical plays
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Ballet Met - Ranks among the five largest professional dance training centers in the United States and offers a variety of classes to students ages 4 to 84 years old
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CAPA - one of America's premier presenters of national and international performing artists and classic films
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CATCO - Contemporary American Theater Company. Theater that highlights local actors and writers in the Columbus area.
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Columbus Arts Guide - Guide to cultural events in Columbus.
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Columbus Children's Theatre - dedicated to educating and involving greater Columbus area young people
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| Columbus Museum of Art - Columbus Museum of Art's mission is to create great experiences with great art for everyone. | |
Opera Columbus - Enriches Central Ohio by educating, enlightening, and entertaining people of all ages and backgrounds through the live music theatre experience
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Columbus Symphony Orchestra - A leading musical force in central Ohio and a centerpiece of the Columbus arts community
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Little Theatre off Broadway - Little Theatre Off Broadway is a community theatre group in Grove City, which produces 6 plays and musicals a year
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Phoenix Theatre for Children - committed to providing young people and their families with theatrical experiences that encourage and enhance an awareness of self and the world in which we live
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| Schools | |
| City of Columbus Schools - City of Columbus school information. | |
Dublin Schools - City of Dublin school information.
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Hilliard Schools - City of Hilliard school information
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Olentangy Local Schools - Olentangy schools serve the Communities across Southern Delaware County
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Upper Arlington Schools - City of Upper Arlington schools
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Westerville Schools - City of Westerville schools.
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Worthington Schools - City of Worthington schools.
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Catholic Schools - Catholic schools for the Columbus area.
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The Ohio State University - Home of the "Buckeyes"! Academically one of the top universities in the country
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Capital University - Located on the East side of Columbus in the community of Bexley. Capital is known for its excellent law school.
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Franklin University - Located in downtown Columbus with branches. Known for its Business College.
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Ohio Dominican University - Located on the near east side of Metro Columbus
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Otterbein University - Loacated in NE Columbus area in the community of Westerville. A liberal arts college.
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Columbus State Community College - A two year community college.
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Ohio State Department. of Education - Obtain school reports, statistics, demographics on the various school districts throughout central Ohio
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| Entertainment | |
| Columbus - Downtown - Provdes in formation on urban living, entertainment, events, theater and arts | |
| Arena District - For information about activities in the Arena District | |
| Columbus - Zoo - One of the top zoos in the US. Located in the NW area of the city. Home to Jungle Jack Hanna. | |
| Ohio Historical Society - Learn the history of Ohio with educational exhibits for all ages. | |
| Columbus - COSI - Center of Science and Industry, ideal for a day with the kids where they can have a hands on learning experience | |
| Shopping | |
| Easton Town Center - Located in NE metro Columbus off I-270. Variety of shops and an entertainment center | |
| Polaris Fashion Place - Located in North Metro Columbus off I-71. Indoor shopping mall and a variety of associated shops along Polaris Parkway. | |
| Tuttle Crossing Mall - Located in NW metro Columbus off I-270. An indoor mall with associated stores on Tuttle Crossing Blvd | |
| Home and Garden | |
| Buckeye Gardening - For gardening enthusiast, this site provides gardeners useful and practical gardening information. | |
| Franklin Park Conservatory - Franklin Park provides a variety of flora and plant species and specail presentations throughout the year | |
| Local Sports | |
Columbus Blue Jackets - The Official Site of the Columbus Blue Jackets Hockey Team
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Columbus Clippers - The Official Site of the Columbus Clippers Baseball Team
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Columbus Crew - The Official Site of the Columbus Crew Soccer Team
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Memorial Tournament - The Official Site of the Memorial Golf Tournament
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Ohio State Buckeyes - The Official Site of Ohio State Athletics
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| Relocation Links | |
| Cost of Living/Salary - Comparison of cost of living and salaries for Metro Columbus and other cities | |
| Official City Sites - Find area information about cities throughout the country! | |
National Weather - Find weather information anywhere in the country.
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| US State Departments of Education - See a list of all 50 states | |
| Movers Guide USPS - The US post office can help with the planning and executing your move. | |
| Moving Center - Moving Estimates, Truck Rental, Moving Supplies and Storage | |
| Local Weather | |
| Local Weather - See forecasts, weather patterns, weather radar for various locations and cities. | |
| Columbus Area Utilities | |
American Electric Power - Electric company for the Metro Columbus area.
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Columbia Gas of Ohio, Inc. - Natural gas provider for the Metro Columbus area.
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| City of Columbus Utilities - Information for Colubus utilities - water, sewer, electric | |
| Del-Co Water Company, Inc. - Southern Delaware County water service | |
| Delaware Regional Sewer - Information on sewer services in S. Delaware County | |
| Cable - Time Warner - Cable TV, Road Runner - high speed data line and telephone service | |
| Cable - Insight Communications - Cable TV, Road Runner - high speed data line and telephone service | |
| Cable - WOW (Wide Open West) - Cable TV | |
| Maps | |
Mapquest - maps, driving directions, road trip planner....
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| Tax Information | |
| Selling your home - IRS information on capital gains exemptions | |
| First-time homeowners - Tax information from the IRS for first time home owners. | |
| Homeowner deductions information - Frequently asked tax questions about deductions | |
| How to report moving expenses - IRS information on forms and reporting moving expenses | |
