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Hannah Purnell

Hannah Purnell is a lifelong Northern Kentuckian who writes extensively about regional issues related to arts and culture, politics and economic development. 

Hannah Purnell's Latest Articles

Tamie Sullivan (left) is the local founder of Girls with Pearls.
AIGA supports future female leaders with March 31 gallery event

“Words of Wisdom” will take place on March 31 at Spicefire in Over-the-Rhine. The exhibit will feature work from established local artists and designers, as well as work by young women from area schools.

Slush Puppie iced beverages originated in Dayton, Ky., but can now be found worldwide.
Dayton KY to commemorate native Slush Puppie founder with custom sculpture

Organizers in Dayton, Ky., will commission artwork commemorating the local founder of the internationally known Slush Puppie company.

2016 class of Per Scholas graduates
Thrive Impact Sourcing’s disruptive methods impact local employment rates

Relying on a disruptive business model and a partnership with nonprofit group Per Scholas, Thrive connects Greater Cincinnati's untapped talent pool with high-quality jobs.

Coming Clean: 5 questions with Elias Leisring

Local food innovator Elias Leisring, of the popular Eli's BBQ, shares his thoughts on local entrepreneurship for a new series designed to showcase the individuals who are moving Greater Cincinnati forward.

Last year's Neighborhood Summit drew more than 600 attendees with a theme of "Making Your Place."
2017 Neighborhood Summit will feature how-to workshops that prompt big ideas

Table registration is now open for the 15th annual Neighborhood Summit, where leaders and residents join to share ideas for improving the quality of life across Greater Cincinnati.

D.O.I.T. at People's Liberty opened to the public today.
People’s Liberty marks Valentine’s Day with storefront launch and public brainstorming session

Today, People's Liberty is launching a new storefront space and inviting the community to share resources, connections and brainpower with others.

Attendees gather at a recent Show & Tell event to hear from successful local marketers.
Brand builders Dooley Media launch Show & Tell marketing series

A new event series from Dooley Media will showcase companies in Cincinnati that are effectively using social media to build their brand.

The Hyperloop prototype is made up of four main proponents: The capsule, the tube, the linear accelerator needed to propel the pod and a route with stations.
Hyperloop UC team advances in final round of SpaceX competition

The University of Cincinnati Hyperloop team was one of 29 teams that competed in the SpaceX Hyperloop pod competition on Jan. 29.

Women in Analytics is designed to raise female interest and awareness in a male-dominated field.
84.51 to host Women in Analytics storytelling workshop on Feb. 2

The consumer insights giant 84.51 will explore a range of storytelling topics at their downtown office on Thursday. The event is designed to support women in a traditionally male-dominated field.

CGN's fifth round of Creative Community Grant winners range from a mural project to a makerspace.
Center for Great Neighborhoods awards $22K for community projects

Five Covington entrepreneurs got a recent boost from the Center for Great Neighborhoods' fifth round of Creative Community Grants.

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