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Columbiana

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Overview

Columbiana is a city in Columbiana County and Mahoning County, Ohio.

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WBP almanac

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Wikivoyage Wikipedia

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The story behind the signpost

While the name itself evokes a blend of historic references, the town’s streets often reveal the layers that inspired it. From early settlement markers to modest civic buildings, each façade offers a clue to the era when the community first chose its moniker. Walking the main thoroughfare, you’ll notice subtle architectural details—brickwork patterns, window lintels, and modest cornices—that hint at the blend of influences that shaped the area. Engaging with locals about the origins of street names can uncover anecdotes about past industries, family names, and the occasional mis‑translation that has endured through generations.

A local’s guide to everyday rhythms

Beyond any tourist brochure, the town’s daily pulse can be felt at the farmer’s market held on Saturday mornings, where vendors display produce grown just a short drive away. The rhythm of the week is punctuated by the modest community centre, which hosts everything from knitting circles to modest live music sessions. For a quiet interlude, the nearby riverbank offers a place to watch the changing light on the water, a favourite spot for residents to unwind after work. Aligning your visit with these routine gatherings provides a more authentic glimpse into the lived experience of the area.

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Taxonomy

[edit] In botany: Arctostaphylos columbiana or hairy manzanita, a plant species native to North America Calatola columbiana, a species of plant in the family Icacinaceae endemic to Colombia Clematis columbiana, a species of flowering plant in the buttercup genus Clematis Crataegus columbiana, a species of hawthorn plant native to North America Lewisia columbiana or Columbian lewisia, a species of flowering plant in the purslane family Wolffia columbiana or Columbian watermeal, a perennial aquatic plant in the duckweed family In zoology: Columbiana (planthopper), a genus of planthoppers in the subfamily Delphacinae Dictyna columbiana, a Dictynidae species of spider Nucifraga columbiana or Clark's nutcracker, a species of passerine bird in the family Corvidae Sicalis columbiana or orange-fronted yellow-finch, a species of bird in the family Emberizidae Xylophanes columbiana, a species of moth in the family Sphingidae