For those seeking an urban environment with a funky blend of Victorian homes, eclectic and traditional businesses, a long tradition of community activism and one of the most diverse neighborhoods in Cincinnati, you can't go wrong with Northside. Home to the legendary 4th of July parade, the Northside Farmer's Market, Shake It Records, the Gay and Lesbian Community Center of Cincinnati, popular watering holes like the Comet and Northside Tavern and an active community council, Northside is all about preserving its strong grassroots heritage. One of Cincinnati's most walkable neighborhoods, Northside also features multiple green spaces, including Hoffner Park, the central site of numerous festivals.
Cincinnati's rich and varied architecture often compels the use of superlatives, not unjustly, as the city is home to 28 historic districts, icons like Music Hall and Union Terminal, and modern works by some of the most famous architects in the world (including Zaha Hadid and Frank Gehry).
Are you in search of a new beer to try? Check out some of our favorite beers from around town, including The Gadget, Corruption, Team Fiona, Tea Bags and a Hefeweizen.
Ten Cincinnati neighborhoods have been recognized by Only in Your State as the city's most beautiful.
Thanks to the Notice of Funding Availability program, 12 Cincinnati neighborhoods will further develop. Projects already in the pipeline and projects that are still are on the horizon will benefit from NOFA funds.
Cincinnati has contributed much to modern rock 'n roll as the world knows it, and beloved institutions like Herzog Studios and King Records are in the midst of a revival. Meanwhile, Shake-It Records and a bevy of offbeat venues underpin a current scene that rocks like only the Midwest can.
Yes, it's kind of subjective, but a few things are so quintessentially Cincinnati that, left un-shouted, they tend to blend into our beautiful landscape. Here are a few Soapbox favorites. Spoiler: there will be (some) chili.
Food & Wine backs up Mayor John Cranley's comment that "beer is bringing back our neighborhoods."
The idea for a radio station in Northside that plays independent artists and brings prominent local people on air came about two years ago, long before WNKU went off the air.
The Vision 2020 initiative strives to improve the city's public schools by offering students real-world experience at an early age in order to better prepare them to be successful students and contributing members of the community.
Five Cincinnati attractions are on the short list for USA Today's 10 Best Reader's Choice. The top 10 spots will be chosen by readers via online vote.
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