New development fund a ‘catalyst’ for Northern Kentucky
An new development corporation launched by Vision 2015 may help drive development in Northern Kentucky, and it has set a goal of $10 million in committed financing by next July.
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.
Northern Kentucky ezone helped secure $7 million in funding
The Northern Kentucky ezone helped young companies secure more than $7 million in grants, investments, and other public and private funding in 2008.
Seneca Place shows cost savings for builders, buyers
Last week, representatives of Local Initiatives Support Corporation of Greater Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky, the Center for Great Neighborhoods of Covington and the CDC Association of Greater Cincinnati were treated to a presentation on modular buildings and a tour of the two completed models of the Seneca Place development in Covington's Austinburg neighborhood.
Soapbox Picks: July 22-29
There's so much happening in the 'Nati, the Soapbox staff has added a new feature that highlights events that influencers like you need to know about. So take a look each week at these two or three things you should know about your great city on the river.
Ashland prepares for global expansion in specialty chemicals
Its recent $3 billion agreement to buy Hercules Inc. will catapult Ashland Inc. into a global leadership position in the arena of specialty chemicals.
Ride the Ducks, Cincinnati ‘a perfect fit’
A new attraction launching from the Newport Aquarium is showing off the sites of Newport, Covington and Cincinnati from a unique point of view - the water.
Home builders voice support for energy-efficiency credits
Home Builders Association of Greater Cincinnati president Andrea Lucke wants Congress to extend the New Energy Efficient Home Credit, which expires at the end of the year.
Forum to explore strong, diverse neighborhoods
You can be a part of the creation of strong, diverse neighborhoods at a meeting being hosted by Steve Smith, president of The Model Group.
place matters Covington has successful first year
The Center for Great Neighborhoods of Covington has released a report on the first year of their place matters program, and so far it's been a success.
Free-college programs multiply
As cities try to emulate Kalamazoo's success with its free college tuition program, Strive is working to put together its own program locally.
