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Holly End

Holly End is a freelance writer and published author from Pleasant Ridge.

Holly End's Latest Articles

Clarinets to cabinets: Old is new again in thriving reuse economy

Whether you're looking for affordable kitchen reno options or creative ways to keep your kids preoccupied over holiday break, Cincinnati’s reuse economy is answering the call. Take a look at these local groups proving that everything old is new again.

Take one, leave one: Free Little Pantries nourish 10 Cincy food deserts

Nutritionist and Pleasant Ridge resident Lisa Andrews believes no one should go to bed hungry. With help from People’s Liberty and local residents, she’s following through on her vision to install free “little pantries” across the city.

Calling All Volunteers: Why more young people spend a year working for free

For many Cincinnatians who commit up to a year of their lives to full-time unsalaried service, volunteering is a way of life. Meet four who make a real difference.

Neighborhood Heroes: “Super Friends” fight crime together in Covington

Replace superhero characters with a nonprofit leader, a police chief and a grandmother and you have Covington's Super Friends, using the power of teamwork to create a safe and vibrant Westside neighborhood.

Covington residents, nonprofits and police partner to improve Westside neighborhood

An unusual partnership between the police, Westside residents and the Center for Great Neighborhoods has harnessed the power of teamwork to build a safer and more vibrant community.

Neighborhood Heroes: Building community in Northside

Maybe you know Northside for its 4th of July Parade, cool restaurants and bars or collection of shops selling all things vintage. But residents will tell you their community is much more thanks to neighborhood heroes who focus on inclusion.

Neighborhood Heroes: Bellevue’s collective impact

In some neighborhoods, a stand-out superstar leads the charge while everyone else follows his or her lead, but Bellevue has taken another route — the individual contributions of many form a strong collective impact.

Neighborhood Heroes: Sharing a passion for Walnut Hills

Walnut Hills is a neighborhood on the rise, with close proximity to downtown and a rich history among its key assets. But its greatest strength lies in the diverse and dedicated residents who have a real passion for improving their community.

Neighborhood Heroes: Working behind the scenes in Pleasant Ridge

We all know someone who's emerged as a "hero" in our neighborhood, helping turn a failing school into a national model or saving a library, ensuring that their friends, family and neighbors thrive. This week we profile Pleasant Ridge heroes.

Changing people’s careers 3 months at a time

People’s Liberty Residencies are tapping into one of society’s most underutilized resources: young talent. The results could shape careers and even transform Greater Cincinnati.

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