Where to eat well in Middletown
A guide to four independent restaurants shaping the city’s growing dining scene.
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A historian, a retired judge, and the local DAR chapter offer Middletown history lessons just in time for the nation’s 250th celebration
Engagement from the Revolutionary War through World War II reflects the city’s resilience and can-do mentality.
Middletown Community Foundation celebrates fifty years at the forefront facing challenges, incubating positive outcomes
While MCF reflects on role in the community's revitalization, they continue to meet the complex challenges that await all communities in the 21st century.
Reimagined Middletown preps for a vibrant yuletide season
Big ideas and downtown collaboration yield a very merry Middie City.
Middletown, Butler County leaders mull fate of city’s historic buildings
As the city looks for a new path forward, perspectives may vary, but there is shared enthusiasm for an invigorated downtown.
Triple Moon Coffee brews community spirit in the heart of Middie City
Entrepreneur Heather Gibson builds success with a community-first space where creativity, conversation, and caffeine keep customers coming back.
Emotional intelligence, entrepreneurship take center stage at Leadership Council conference
Securing the Future Conference brings together nonprofit boards, staff, and donors from across the region to explore leadership, collaboration and innovation.
An essential step to civic engagement is making sure voices are heard
A national expert and local leaders from Butler County and Middletown explain why citizen participation is vital to addressing public issues.
Cindependent Film Festival mentors and inspires emerging filmmakers
Get up close and personal at programs that fuel filmmakers’ preparation plus an Expo featuring local and national film, video and media-production organizations.
Local fruit orchards adapt to volatile weather and market conditions
The fruits of Blooms and Berries’ labor include strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and pumpkins.
