11 Things Everyone Else Thinks Of When They Think Of Ohio

In spite of all the hidden gems in Ohio and interesting facts about about our state, there are some things that keep Ohio quite predictable in the minds of outsiders. The following are undeniable (and for the most part true) things that people instantly think of whenever Ohio comes to mind.

1) Buckeyes (Because we can’t get enough of them here.)

2) Agriculture (Because it really is a beautiful way of life here.)

3) People doing this: (like, everywhere....)

4) Roller coasters (Because we have the best of the best.)

5) Columbus, Cincinnati and Cleveland—even though the rest of us know that’s only scratching the surface of Ohio.

8) Construction barrels (Because we just can’t seem to get ourselves—and our roadways—together.)

9) Our infamous harsh winters that keep even the Abominable Snowman away.

11) That we’re a boring state—but that’s only because they’ve either 1) never actually been here, or 2) have no idea how to actually have fun outside of television, video games, and such.

Keep looking beneath the surface and you’ll eventually see that Ohio is much more than these. Until then, we can take your jokes. (We’re pretty good sports about that. Sort of.)

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April Dray

April is the Ohio staff writer for Only in Your State. She is an Ohio native with a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from E.W. Scripps School of Journalism. With more than 10 years of writing experience and a background in news reporting for Ohio newspapers, she's published pieces in multiple print and online publications. When she's not on deadline or chasing after her toddler, she's hunting for hidden gems in Ohio or getting lost in a good book.

11 Things Everyone Else Thinks Of When They Think Of Ohio

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