Tag Archives: South Side
South Side Full Documentary
Once an industrial powerhouse, the South Side’s “Steel and Glass” heritage is still honored by the people who live there today. In a neighborhood created by everyone from Appalachian migrants to Hungarian immigrants, it remains a place of strength, diversity and resolve. Purchase a DVD copy of the Columbus Neighborhoods: South Side documentary.
Partnerships Drive Revitalization
South Side is currently experiencing a huge revitalization. The Church for All People has spearheaded several community outreach campaigns through partnerships with the city, state, and Children’s Hospital. These include the building of new houses, the restoration of old houses, a free pharmacy and health care space called Health Station, and a free store. [youtube lQGw0TLXn7k]
Children’s Hospital Extensions
As the majority of the South Side experienced a sharp downturn, what is now Nationwide Children’s Hospital expanded, taking over some properties in the area. The extensions have continued, and today the hospital is a world leader in child care. [youtube RTJUlXRFz1c]
Population Shift, Interstate Construction, and Manufacturing Decline
The people were doing well, but the neighborhood had a tough road ahead. As people became more successful, they bought cars and moved east. They no longer needed to live near their work. Construction of the Interstate did not help matters, and many manufacturing plants moved overseas or were hindered by new environmental regulations. Jobs […]
Donatos
In 1963, Ohio State Sophomore Jim Grote bought Donatos at 1000 Thurman. It has grown from a small pizzeria to a large company stretching into six states. [youtube lv-vseQgFqw]