Resting comfortably across the river lies Newport, KY, another great example of the region's fusion of old school southern charm and contemporary development. At the mouth of the Purple People Bridge sits its greatest testament to development, the massive Newport on the Levee, a lively complex of entertainment hot spots, multiple chic restaurants and trendy watering holes as well as the acclaimed Newport Aquarium.
Monmouth and York Streets capture the flavor of a century ago with its charming storefronts and residential neighborhoods featuring welcoming local taverns as well as some of the region's best restaurants including York Street Cafe.
By: Jonathan DeHart, 11/4/2008
Japan is the largest source of foreign direct investment in greater Cincinnati. However, it’s not all business. There is a thriving Japanese community that has grown up around the Toyota-centric northern Kentucky economic base, which has forged strong cultural ties between the Bluegrass State and the Land of the Rising Sun.
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By: Bethe Ferguson, 10/28/2008
Universities are the perfect breeding grounds for revolutionary ideas that become medical and technological advancements. They have experienced researchers and teachers, and a continual infusion of new ideas from incoming students. Existing and start-up businesses are looking for innovations to help them excel and know researchers have the necessary expertise. This relationship fueled technology transfers.
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By: Sheila Owens, 10/21/2008
Millennials, those twenty-something’s from Generation Y, are causing a stir in Cincinnati’s workforce. Bringing a whole new set of ideals, goals and skills, Millennials are making their mark on Cincinnati businesses.
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By: Sheila Owens, 9/23/2008
With hurricane Ike gone and electricity back on, Cincinnati continues to bring a line-up of Fall events which you absolutely cannot miss. This week it’s rock and roll’s turn to blow into town as the MidPoint Music Festival takes over stages everywhere. Also sweeping in is the 20/20 Arts Festival which kicks-off Cincinnati’s arts season. Making smaller vibrations are short films from around the world and a radio’s look at this year’s Presidential race.
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By: Liz Wu, 9/2/2008
A trip to India, Lebanon or Ethiopia may not be within your budget, but you can travel there by taste. With Cincinnati's wide selection of ethnic dining options, those looking to explore new culinary horizons probably won't even have to leave their neighborhood.
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