Volunteers, signatures needed for affordable housing trust fund
A proposed charter amendment will allocate funds to support the city’s most vulnerable population.
Evendale
The village of Evendale is home to GE Aviation, the largest manufacturer in the greater Cincinnati area, as well as a multitude of manufacturers and other types of businesses. The village uses several economic development strategies to attract businesses to the area. For example, Evendale does not assess a property tax. Additionally, low-interest lending programs and tax abatements intentionally draw businesses to the area from far and wide. Since life cannot be all business, Evendale also houses a Cultural Arts Center – offering events and classes covering everything from acting to music to wine tasting.
Meet the makers: Here are the people renewing the community from the inside out
A hundred years ago, Camp Washington was one of the region’s largest hubs of industry, producing everything from pork products to steel casings. It also housed 12,000 residents, many of them making up the labor force that forged the “golden era” of Cincinnati’s economy in the early 20th century.
Concerns over the CPD’s gun range in The Village of Lincoln Heights have been reignited
The dispute between police and residents has been going on for decades. Now, concerned citizens are trying to find a compromise.
Ten-year plan: improvements to Cincinnati’s libraries
Over the next decade, all 40 branches will receive renovations and improvements.
Lynn Watts tackles racism and social justice through open dialogue
Despite her willingness to return to her hometown, Cincinnati's racial divide nearly drove her away again. Instead, Watts turned to group facilitation, tackling the tough conversations head-on.
New Leaf Kitchen nurtures children in food insecure communities
Annie Streitmarter’s program cultivates children's minds, bodies, and souls with lesson and demonstrations on healthy eating.
Evendale creates AeroHub district with first high-tech tenant
The Modal Shop will move into the new "innovative ecosystem" next spring.
Coming Clean: 5 questions with Mike Wong of Oriential Wok
When Mike Wong opened Oriental Wok in Northern Kentucky, his was one of the region's first Chinese restaurants. Now he's beloved among restaurateurs and foodies alike. He reflects on a 40-year love affair with America and treating his guests like family.
Local employer teams up with Starfire, builds inclusive workplace environment
On Oct. 18, Kinetic Vision received the 2016 Ohio Employer of the Year Award from the Governor’s Council on People with Disabilities. The organization was recognized for its inclusive workplace environment for people with disabilities.
Fall festivals kick into gear this weekend
Greater Cincinnati’s events calendar still has plenty to offer on the first weekend of October, and it might just start feeling a little like fall.
