Ohio by the numbers, part 2: Where we lag in jobs, safety, mental health, housing, and more
The past few decades have not been kind to most of Ohio and it’s causing problems for residents throughout the state.
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Coronavirus and the law: what you should know about Ohio’s stay-at-home-order
The U.S. Constitution gives the states all powers not given specifically to the federal government. Those state powers include law enforcement and protecting the public health, which is why states have had the final say in lockdown measures during the pandemic.
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.
UC partners with four Southwest Ohio colleges on innovative entrepreneurship accelerator
The college’s Venture Lab pre-accelerator program will allow area students to generate new ideas and work together to solve complex problems.
Athens County discusses access to healthy food, transportation during a media-community conversation
Residents as well as people outside of the community talked about important area issues and possible solutions for 2020.
Tired of waiting, Ohioans are framing their own solutions
The 37th Your Voice Ohio community conversation focused on the angst and complexity of statewide issues, but also on problem-solving through collaboration.
By the people: How Ohio citizens better their communities through direct action
Under the Tenth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, all powers not given to the federal government are given to the people or the states.
A thread to link Northern Kentucky’s river cities
Riverfront Commons — a project 13 years in the making — received funding for a 11.5-mile path connecting Fort Thomas to Ludlow. Construction on this and other improvements will begin later this month.
Southwest Ohio journalists receive multiple awards through the OSPJ
A variety of our favorite local broadcast, print, and online publications received recognition for their diligent reporting in 2018.
“New Urbanism” in Warren County aims to create close-knit, healthy, sustainable communities
Both Aberlin Springs and Union Village are developing areas that will bring generations of families together and foster connectivity.
