Urbana, Ohio
Urbana is a city with a population of about 11,125 people according to the U.S. Census Bureau. It is the county seat of Champaign County and has a rich history of aviation and innovation. Some of the places of interest in Urbana include:
- Champaign Aviation Museum**, where visitors can see restored aircrafts from World War II, including a B-17 Flying Fortress.
- Freshwater Farms of Ohio**, where visitors can hand feed fish, see sturgeon and trout ponds, and buy fresh seafood and local products.
- Cedar Bog State Nature Preserve**, where visitors can walk on a boardwalk through a wetland ecosystem that is home to rare plants and animals.
- Johnny Appleseed Museum and Education Center**, where visitors can learn about the life and legacy of John Chapman, also known as Johnny Appleseed, who planted apple trees across the Midwest.
- Freedom Grove**, where visitors can see a memorial for the victims of the September 11 attacks, including a beam from the World Trade Center and a plaque for Alicia Titus, a local flight attendant who died on United Flight 93.
Some of the largest employers in Urbana are Honeywell Aerospace, Ultra-met, Weidmann Electrical Technology, Rittal Corporation, and Memorial Health. Urbana is also known for its annual events, such as the Ohio Fish and Shrimp Festival, the Simon Kenton Chili Cook-off Festival, and the Christmas in the Village.