Franklinton showing signs of growth [Video]

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Construction in the Franklinton community is hard to miss. From the Gravity Apartments to another new apartment building near Mount Carmel, new projects are popping up throughout the neighborhood.

“One of the things we always talked about from east Franklinton and the arts district and that whole movement is wanting that momentum and good vibe to move west down the corridor,” said Trent Smith, executive director of the Franklinton Board of Trade.

Smith said his organization and others have been working to improve the area and attract new businesses.

“It’s all about clean and safe. If we can make it a safer neighborhood, if we can make it feel safer, be safer, look cleaner, feel more inviting then we can attract more businesses,” said Smith.

Smith said …