Single in the City 2019: Matt Barnes
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Name: Matt Barnes
Age: 33
Profession: Morning Anchor at NBC4
Neighborhood: Grandview
Hometown: Columbus
Hobbies: Volunteering, Sports, Golf, Movies
Most people would be surprised to know that I… wake up at 2:30am Monday-Friday and don’t drink coffee.
I’m looking for ___________ in a significant other: Positivity and caring for others.
The perfect date for me includes: Great conversation that includes lots of laughs. It can be anywhere. It’s not about the place. It’s about the company.
The most embarrassing thing I’ve ever done on a date: Tell the same story twice on the same date.
Best place to go on a first date in Columbus: Mickey’s Bar for karaoke
Best place to go for drinks in Columbus: Novak’s or Byrne’s Pub
Words to live by: “Hakuna Matata”
If someone were to ask you what the “pulse” of Columbus is, what would you tell them? Originality, inclusivity, passion and kindness.
Matt is one of this year’s “Most Eligible Singles in Columbus” selected by Second Date Social as part their Single in the City celebration.
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