Covington

This genteel town just south of the Ohio River features a number of charming treasures including the lively MainStrasse district with its trendy bars, pubs and restaurants as well as beautiful homes stretched along the river beneath the strikingly modern architecture of the architectural jewel, the Ascent at Roebling's Bridge, designed by Daniel Libeskind. Covington is experiencing a renaissance with new shops, restaurants and condos opening along Madison and Pike Streets, and a burgeoning Arts District that acts as the cultural glue that binds the city's charm to its proud denizens. Plus, its successful startup scene is attracting entrepreneurs, especially in emerging informatics and data-driven industries thanks to the UpTech business accelerator.

Kiki Magazine for girls wins 5 Association of Educational Publisher awards

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June 22, 2010

Covington-based Kiki Magazine brought home five awards in editorial and design from the Association of Educational Publishers award banquet earlier this month. Founder and editor-in-chief Jamie Bryant, of Anderson Township, is a text book editor who started the magazine in 2007 when her daughters grew out of their Highlights kids magazines. "Jamie's daughters kept coming home with Dog Fancy magazine and she asked them why. They said 'There's nothing else out there that's interesting that you'll let us read,'" said Kiki Marketing Director Amy Mauch. "Jamie said 'I bet I can put together an intellectual magazine that doesn't speak down to girls.'" The magazine is subscription-based, and available through 325 schools and libraries nationwide. It's also on newsstands across the U.S. and in Canada. Each issue of Kiki features seven departments: From the Studio showcases design, fashion history, designers, textiles, and shoes; Art Bin offers tips for using art tools, sewing techniques and how-to projects; World Beat profiles cultural trends and international destinations with design traditions; Biz Buzz covers the fashion industry, finance, and managing money; Kiki Care addresses grooming, health, and exercise; Your Style focuses on everyday life, such as recommended reading, imagination, confidence, and friends; and Kiki Fun is full of games, puzzles, and quizzes. Girls also can turn each issue into a personal journal by writing and drawing directly on the pages. The magazine has an international subscriber base including all 50 U.S. states and girls from nearly two dozen foreign countries. “Our goal,” said Bryant “is to inspire girls to engage with the world around them and become creators rather than just viewers.” Kiki was named tops among nationally-renowned periodicals for grades 6-8 in the following categories: Article Design: “History of 20th Century Fashion,” Fall 2009Visual Story: “Made in Hong Kong,” Summer 2009Whole Publication Design, Winter 2009-2010 issueOne-Theme Issue: Spring, 2009 (Kiki is sew green!)Editorial/How-to Feature, “How to Build Your Own Website”, Summer 2009 Kiki was listed among periodical published by well-known heavyweights like Scholastic Inc., Weekly Reader, Highlights for Children Inc. and Owlkids. Kiki has subscribers from all 50 states, Canada, Australia, Bangladesh, France, Germany, Grenada, Guam, Hong King, India, Israel, Japan, Luxembourg, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Russia, Spain, Sudan, Switzerland, Thailand, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Writer: Feoshia Henderson Source: Amy Mauch Marketing Director, Kiki Magazine You can follow Feoshia on twitter @feoshiasoapbox

NKAPC develops plan to preserve and transform Linden Gateway District

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June 15, 2010

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Cincinnati firm thrives by doing complex building projects including Music Hall renovation

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June 15, 2010

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My Office Is Cooler Than Yours

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June 1, 2010

A day at the office takes on a whole new meaning for local businesses who are taking unconventional office spaces, transforming them into architectural gems, and enhancing their corporate culture along the way. This week and next, Soapbox writer Alyce Vilines spotlights six area companies that do business in the coolest spaces.

Garden Grove Organics shop blossoms in Covington

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May 11, 2010

Garden Grove Organics is a business devoted to a better way to grow plants and produce--sans chemicals. After tinkering with hydroponics, no-soil organic, and traditional gardening since 1997, Casey Fraser and his wife, Heather, opened Garden Grove three years ago. Fraser takes a scientist's pleasure in finding solutions to gardening challenges. Casey Fraser was first inspired by his grandparents' love of growing things. He grew up in Eastern Kentucky and earned a degree in Communications and Electronic Media from Morehead State University. He started out in garden supply retail, and later traveled the country as a sales rep for a wholesale supplier - all the while pursuing gardening as a weekend passion."While shopping locally, I noticed a lack of specific, scientific garden supplies," said Fraser. "I also noticed that my own gardening knowledge often surpassed that of the sales staff." By then he'd met Heather, whose accounting degree from NKU could hold up the paperwork side of a small business. It was time to grow their own enterprise. After falling in love with downtowns on both sides of the river, Fraser found his perfect urban location the old-fashioned way - on foot. East Seventh Street in Covington is near City Hall, the Mad Hatter, and the Madison Theater.The Frasers believe detailed knowledge of hydroponics, grow lights, and organic gardening is their most valuable currency. They're often invited to speak at local gardening classes, and recently began selling organic gardening supplies at the Farmers Market in Covington. Casey, Heather, and one additional employee man the store six days a week. Writer: Elena StevensonSource: Casey Fraser, co-owner, Garden Grove Organics

Bold design sought for Brent Spence Bridge replacement

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May 11, 2010

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AJ Creations opens new bakery in downtown Covington

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April 27, 2010

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Meandering along the Ohio River

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April 20, 2010

Columbus Dispatch reporter Steve Stephens writes about a recent trip he took to Cincinnati with his family. He decided to take a boat trip along the Ohio River instead - taking in the sights and sounds along the way. Stephens' visit took him to the Newport Acquarium, Hofbrauhaus, Main Strasse, Devou Park and several other local attractions. The visit was an escape from reality for Stephens, and allowed him to take in part of Cincinnati in a way many have not. Read full article here.

Meandering along the Ohio River

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April 20, 2010

Barking Fish snags Pete Rose’s support for new “4,192” film on the Hit King

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April 6, 2010

Any baseball fan knows Cincinnati's Pete Rose, but a new generation of fans are losing sight of "Charlie Hustle," the nickname Rose earned as baseball's record-breaking, bowl-cutted icon, sliding head-first into first base. A new film by Covington-based Barking Fish Entertainment plans to change that.Producers hope the film will remind fans of the Rose who finished his playing days with three World Series rings and a slew of records. The feature-length documentary, "4,192: The Crowning of the Hit King," is scheduled to premiere in Los Angeles on July 9 and Cincinnati soon after, during baseball's All-Star break. Rose's early life, growing up on Cincinnati's West Side, as well as his 23-year playing career are highlighted, from an early-career spring training game in which Yankees legend Whitey Ford gave Rose the "Charlie Hustle" moniker - some same derisively - to the September night 25 years ago when Rose slapped a single (the titular 4,192nd hit of his career) to become the sport's all-time hits leader, surpassing the legendary Ty Cobb. The anniversary of that occasion was, in part, inspiration for the project, said Barking Fish partner Aymie Majerski. "My business partner, Terry Lukemire, is a huge baseball fan and, of course, he's from this area, so it was important to him," Majerski explained. "There really hasn't been a documentary on Pete Rose, especially one that focuses on his playing career. That's what we were most interested in, because people have forgotten the kind of player Pete was." The first hurdle was getting Rose's permission. Though he had declined many offers over the years, Rose quickly signed off on the project and Barking Fish started work last July, Majerski said. Rose contemporaries and baseball Hall of Famers' Marty Brennaman, Tony Perez and Mike Schmidt also quickly signed on, and contribute interviews, she adds.Work continues on the film, leading up to the July premiere in LA, where Majerski says they'll strike a deal for theatrical circulation and possible broadcast rights. A DVD release in planned for September. Barking Fish, based in Covington's arts district, was formed five years ago by Lukemire, and Majerski, who is originally from Los Angeles. The partnership has been prolific, working on projects for BET, Showtime, Sony Music and other corporate customers. Their latest work, "Rebound: A Basketball Story," chronicles Simon Kenton High School's 1981 state basketball title after as massive gas explosion that severely damaged the school, injured many and resulted in one death. Narrated by Nick Clooney, it will air on Kentucky Educational Television in June. Writer: Dave MalaskaSource: Barking Fish partner Aymie Majerski