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Tim Trudell

Tim Trudell

Tim Trudell is a freelance writer based in Omaha, Nebraska, and an enrolled member of the Santee Dakota Nation. A US Air Force veteran, he has written for outlets such as The Omaha World-Herald, Nebraska Life, FamilyVacationist, Flatwater Free Press, Next Avenue, TravelAwaits.com, Extended Weekend Getaways, and Living Here Midwest.
Passengers on boats encounter dinosaurs at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. Photo by Tim Trudell
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10 kid-friendly things to do in Columbus, Ohio

Fun in Columbus that's sized just right for families (and still fun for adults).

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view out over Cleveland downtown at dusk
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11 fun kid-friendly things to do in Cleveland

Cleveland is packed with family fun. Here are our top things to do with kids.

Posted by Tim Trudell Tim Trudell
St. Louis, Missouri, USA downtown cityscape on the Mississippi River at twilight.
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8 Fun Things to Do in St. Louis with Kids

St. Louis is bursting with fun family activities.

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