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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.

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Robust arts community continues amid COVID-19

ArtsWave is focused on helping the region’s arts sector weather the coronavirus crisis.

Region’s robust arts community continues amid COVID-19

ArtsWave is focused on helping the region’s arts sector weather the coronavirus crisis.

Cincinnati’s robust arts community continues amid COVID-19

ArtsWave is focused on helping the region’s arts sector weather the coronavirus crisis.

Lessons from Hong Kong: A former Ohio resident explains how DeWine’s response can help curb COVID-19

There’s a lot of information — and misinformation — out there. We’ve rounded up the facts for staying safe and healthy, plus a few ways to support Cincinnati’s economy.

How businesses, residents are paying homage to Springfield’s roots while looking ahead to the future

A declining population combined with an increase in vacant homes and businesses hit the city hard and compounded its struggles. In recent years, though, community leaders and regional organizations have come together to revitalize and rebuild.

The Nancy & David Wolf Holocaust & Humanity Center celebrates its first year in new location

Their move in January 2019 to the 12,000-square-foot facility at Union Terminal nearly tripled the amount of exhibit space.

The Nancy & David Wolf Holocaust & Humanity Center celebrates one year at Union Terminal

Their move in January 2019 to the 12,000-square-foot facility nearly tripled the amount of exhibit space.

Grassroots transformations: The Impact Fair ignites change for Cincinnati children

Twenty-six local organizations will be available to answer questions and offer suggestions about getting involved in local politics. 

Meet Dani McClain, the library’s 2020 Writer-in-Residence

The award-winning journalist and author hopes to reconnect with her hometown during her tenure. 

That’s a wrap: How People’s Liberty impacted the region’s next generation of leadership

During their five-year tenure, the staff at the philanthropic lab learned five key lessons from the community.

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