Things are getting festive in Columbus! Although our annual tree lighting was cancelled and the 2020 Holiday Train has gone virtual, the citizens of Columbus have made up for it by bringing all those amazing holiday lights out from the basement or attic and showing their cheer! I filled up my best travel mug with…
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The Discover Wisconsin Episode is finally here! If you’re a local who gets out in the community during the summer, or you were a visitor for one of our great summer events, you definitely noticed it: the Discover Wisconsin crew were in Columbus all through the spring and summer months! Their hard work really shows…
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Who doesn’t love a good scare? It’s really what Halloween is all about. The days are short and crisp, nights are long, blustery, and spooky, and Halloween decorations are up everywhere! I took a short walk (because everywhere in town is a short walk!) yesterday around both the business district and the residential neighborhoods of…
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The kids are in school again, temperatures are dropping, and leaves are starting to change color. Pumpkin spice lovers rejoice – it’s September! These early fall days are a great time to slow down the pace from summer’s frenzy of activity by strolling through the historic districts and downtown, late-season kayaking on the Crawfish, or…
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It’s that time of year again. The red, white, and blue bunting is going up on businesses and homes all over town. The fireworks tents seem to be popping up out of nowhere. Flip flops, frozen treats, and the aquatic center are part of nearly every Columbus kid’s daily routine. We’re known for our enthusiasm…
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Choo choo! The Holiday Train is coming to town. The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train chugs into Columbus Friday, Dec. 7, at 9:00 p.m. The locomotive is a light show on rails and carries a surprise. One of the boxcars folds out into a stage, complete with lights, speakers and a full band. This year’s performers…
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