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3 stories about Columbus’ local highlights

Stories by Columbus Ledger-Enquirer journalists, with AI summarization

This collection of stories explores notable achievements and upcoming developments in Columbus.

One story looks to find the best option among the city's traditional scrambled dogs, ranking offerings from places such as Dinglewood Pharmacy and Southern Roots Country Store. Another story highlights the Columbus Museum earning USA Today recognition after renovations and increased attendance. A third story outlines the creation of the Upatoi Ravines Natural Area, a 9,000-acre backcountry reserve opening this fall. This reserve will feature hardwood forests, rare plant habitats, and opportunities for activities like camping and mountain biking. It also connects with statewide conservation efforts funded through grants and partnerships.

Read the stories below.

The Columbus Museum has scheduled a public, grand reopening celebration for May 4-5, 2024. By Mike Haskey

NO. 1: COLUMBUS MUSEUM WINS PRESTIGIOUS NATIONAL AWARD FROM USA TODAY FOR 'BEST MUSEUM'

Columbus voters showed up for our local museum and the results are in: Columbus Museum has been voted one of the best according to this national poll. | Published January 3, 2025 | Read Full Story by Sundi Rose

Ledger-Enquirer reporter Kelby Hutchison did a blind taste test of Scrambled Dogs from six Columbus restaurants to determine which he likes the best. 02/26/2025 By Mike Haskey

NO. 2: WHO HAS THE BEST SCRAMBLED DOG IN COLUMBUS? WE TRIED 6 FROM AROUND THE CITY AND RANKED THEM

A Scrambled Dog is an iconic Columbus dish that typically includes a hot dog bun, a chopped hot dog, chili, pickles, onions and oyster crackers.  | Published March 17, 2025 | Read Full Story by Kelby Hutchison

The Upatoi Ravines have hardwood deciduous trees such as oaks and hickories, and fresh running water. By Mike Haskey

NO. 3: THIS NEW BACK COUNTRY NATURE RESERVE NEAR COLUMBUS IS SET TO OPEN IN THE FALL

How and why a rare plant helped this 9,000-acre piece of land went from timber company to the state resource conservation group for $29 million dollars. | Published May 20, 2025 | Read Full Story by Kala Hunter

The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.