Do you think anyone ever leaves Columbus thinking, “Ugh, those Columbusites are just awful.” No? I don’t think so either. We’re caring and smiley people here in Cbus, and that’s obvious to everyone who meets us. Here are 10 reasons why people from Columbus are clearly the best.

1. We’re smart.
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Columbus was rated the smartest city in the world and we're not stopping there. With great universities and so many learning opportunities in town, we're only getting smarter.
2. We love to have a good time.
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We have an incredible food scene, an explosion of craft beer, and a great love for sitting back and relaxing.
3. We actively participate in social issues.
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No matter what you believe in, you're always encouraged to speak your mind and share your beliefs here in Columbus.
4. We support local businesses.
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New? Local? Small Business? Columbusites will definitely show you the support you need to get started and find your way to success.
5. We love giving to the community.
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Whether it's donating to charity or participating in fundraising events, giving is always on the mind of people in Columbus.
6. We’re loyal fans of our teams.
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Sports are a big part of who we are. We support our teams through rain or shine, good or bad.
7. We’re always improving ourselves.
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People in Columbus are always striving for success and always working to become the best versions of themselves.
8. We love to discover new things.
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Columbus offers endless opportunities to see new things and explore new ideas. You can always find us in museums, in libraries, and at shows.
9. We’re proud of who we are and where we come from.
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We love Columbus, and we know that to keep our city great we have to keep supporting each other and giving back. Hometown pride goes a long way here.
10. We’re welcoming.
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Last, but not least, we'd be happy to show you around our city. We'd also love to get to know you and we'll happily embrace the great qualities you can add to our city.

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