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in Canal Winchester
Canal Winchester is an
historic community located approximately 15 miles Southeast of downtown Columbus, Ohio
along U.S. Route 33 in Franklin and Fairfield Counties. Established in 1811, the
Village has a rich history in agriculture, commerce and transportation. The Ohio and
Erie Canal, completed through the community in 1831, identified Canal Winchester as a
strategic location for the business of that era. Today, we are positioned within 10
minutes driving time of the interstate highways, the international airports and the big
city amenities that fuel a dynamic Central Ohio economy. Quality
of Life
Canal Winchester offers excellent medical care with 18 local
family physicians and 5 major hospitals within a short drive. The Fire Department
has 43 full-time professional fire fighters and two locations to serve our area.
Police services are provided by Franklin County Sheriff's Department and serves Village
residents 24 hours a day.
Education Excellence
Our education system is committed to preparing its students
for college, technical schools and the workplace. A new high school was built in
1993, and a new elementary school was added in 1998 and 2000. We are proud
of the fact that at least 70% of our graduates attend institutions of higher education and
that 100% of our high school seniors have passed the state proficiency test needed for
graduation.
In the Columbus area, there are 12 colleges including the
Ohio State University and an Ohio University branch campus in Lancaster. Canal
Winchester also has a branch of the Columbus Public Library 5 miles away, as well as the
renowned Wagnall's Memorial Library 2 miles from town.
Shopping & Services
Winchester Square Shopping Center was created in an historic architectural style and provides convenient and
easily accessible retail opportunities for area residents. The community's newest
and largest shopping center is home to Kroger Food & Drug, Hallmark Cards, Blockbuster
Video and many other fine shops, offices and restaurants.
Waterloo Crossing also follows strict
architectural guidelines and is home to
Wal-Mart Super Center which includes
Walgreen's and O'Charley's. Many other
out lots are also
under construction.
The AmeriHost Inn offers many amenities
including whirlpool suites, pool and meeting room and is located adjacent to Winchester
Square, along with BW3's, Donatos Pizza, Popeye's
Chicken, Canal Banking Center and Skyline
Chili in the Canal Commerce Center.
Downtown Canal Winchester
Downtown Canal
Winchester epitomizes small town charm with
paver crosswalks, antique streetlamps and
traditional storefronts. Parking is
readily available on the street or in free
municipal lots. The quaint center of town
provides a wide range of products and
services including: post office,
banks, doctors, restaurants, retail and
service businesses. For more
information on downtown events contact the
Downtown Association.
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