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Jessica Esemplare

Jessica Esemplare is the managing editor of Soapbox Cincinnati and a graduate of Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications. Shortly after completing her degree in magazine journalism, she began covering local and regional topics at The Cincinnati Herald and, later, as an editor at Ohio Magazine. Her writing has also been featured in U.S. News and World Report.

Jessica Esemplare's Latest Articles

Peerro is the pipeline between high school and gainful employment

Rachel Angel developed the app to show students where they can start and where they can succeed in their careers.

The Singing Mural: CET is ME honors Dr. O’dell Owens

After postponing the more formal gala to honor Dr. O'dell Owens, CET, PBS, and Brave Berlin are presenting a more laid-back, three-day, outdoor party at the end of the month.

The Singing Mural: CET is ME honors Dr. O’dell Owens

After postponing the more formal gala to honor Dr. Owens, CET, PBS, and Brave Berlin are presenting a more laid-back, three-day, outdoor party at the end of the month.

Critical Race Theory is not, in fact, theoretical

As more schools incorporate CRT into their curriculums, some parents fear that history is being rewritten. It’s not.

Kersha Deibel began volunteering at Planned Parenthood in 2005. 16 years later, she’s still there.

Her first experience at the Mount Auburn location was for birth control. The sense of relief and calmness she felt during her care led her to volunteer. Now she’s the president and CEO of Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio.

Building the pipeline: How to keep small businesses open through minority ownership

The goal of the Business Legacy Fund is to help broaden business ownership within historically disenfranchised communities.

Building the Pipeline: How to keep small business open through minority ownership

The goal of the Business Legacy Fund is to help broaden business proprietorship within historically disenfranchised communities.

How we’re celebrating Juneteenth in 2021

It’s been 34 years since Lydia Morgan started honoring the emancipation of slaves. During that time, the event has evolved but still remains an important part of our region's history.

Juneteenth in Cincinnati: How we’re celebrating in 2021

It’s been 34 years since Lydia Morgan started honoring the emancipation of slaves. During that time, the event has changed and evolved but still remains an important part of our city’s history.

Your mental health toolbox: How our needs have changed this year

The pandemic has brought to light the stark, systemic inequalities women and caregivers face in our country.  

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