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‘We get a lot of forces working against us here’ | You Are Here

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The North Central Neighborhood is known as one of Columbiaโ€™s oldest, most resilient communities, its residents steadfast in their determination to protect their homes.

It hasnโ€™t been an easy fight.

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Susan Maze puts hot packs in a neighborhood giving box on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at the North Central neighborhood in Columbia. Maze donates the hot packs so that people in need can use it during the exceptionally chilly spring.ย 


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A lot sits abandoned next to Hickman High School on Saturday

A lot sits abandoned next to Hickman High School on Saturday, April 22, 2023 in the North Central neighborhood of Columbia. The neighborhood had hoped to use it for the community, but there hasnโ€™t been any luck so far.ย 


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Susan Maze shows the shed she has been renovating for the past year

Susan Maze shows the shed she has been renovating for the past year on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at her home in the North Central neighborhood of Columbia. โ€œSomeone may be able to live here, at an affordable price,โ€ Maze explained.ย 


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Suzan Schuetzโ€™s door hangs open as it doesnโ€™t fully close

Suzan Schuetzโ€™s door hangs open as it doesnโ€™t fully close on Thursday, April 27, 2023 at her home in the North Central neighborhood. Schuetz has tried to reach out to the landlord but hasnโ€™t had any success.ย 


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Suzan Schuetz stirs molten wax to make bug repellents for her small business

Suzan Schuetz stirs molten wax to make bug repellents for her small business on Thursday, April 27, 2023 at her home in the North Central neighborhood. Schuetz has lived in the neighborhood for the past eight years.ย 


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Suzan Schuetzโ€™s house shows numerous problems, including cracks

Suzan Schuetzโ€™s house shows numerous problems, including cracks, caving down ceilings, and leaking walls.ย 


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