Abraham Lincoln: America's Greatest Political Orator

On Saturday, October 8th at 2 PM, Fred Nielsen will come to the library to talk about our 16th President, Abraham Lincoln.

Many consider Abraham Lincoln to be America’s Greatest Political Orator. Whether using humor, lawyer-like reason, or a Biblically-inspired prose that could verge on poetry, he was the nation’s most eloquent president.

Public speaking wa...

Direct Homebuyer Assistance

Interested in purchasing a home but need money for a down payment to qualify for a home mortgage loan? The City of Columbus has funds available for direct homebuyer assistance.

Qualified households can receive a 0% deferred interest loan for up to 20% of the total project cost, not to exceed $30,000.  Income restrictions apply in order to be eligible for this program.

Applications are taken on a first-come, first-ready b...

Reconstruction of 23rd Street from west of Howard Boulevard to 54th Avenue

Starting Monday, August 15, 2022, 23rd Street from west of Howard Boulevard or east of 48th Avenue to 54th Avenue will be closed to through traffic for reconstruction.

Local access to adjacent properties will be provided with temporary roadways.  A detour for 23^rd Street in the project area will be signed.

The project is scheduled to be open to traffic late fall 2022 with final project completion in spring 2023....

Community Building Project Construction Impacts Roadway Closures, Lane Restrictions, and Parking Lot

The Community Building Project is moving into the next phase, which requires
some roadway closures, lane restrictions, and parking lot closures in and around
the site in downtown Columbus.

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