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UWGC announces $62.1 million goal at 2016 Campaign Kickoff

The United Way of Greater Cincinnati has amped up efforts to improve our community more than ever with its goal of raising $62.1 million during its 2016 campaign.

Lincoln Grant Scholar House will be located in a renovated historic school on Greenup Street in Covington
NKY Community Action Commission launches single-parent scholar program

Lincoln Grant Scholar House in Covington will provide education, support and housing for single parents who enroll full-time in college.

Nexigen tech to make Newport first “smart city” in Midwest

Nexigen, the Newport-based tech firm behind smartLINK, will help the city reach its desired status faster than other Midwestern cities due to reduced scope and smaller footprint.

UpTech mentor gives NKU student leg up on career success

Northern Kentucky University’s College of Informatics will produce a funded intern who will gain experience in the business startup world, thanks to sponsorship from Frank Caccamo of UpTech.

New Riff plans $7.5M expansion in West Newport

Two years after opening, New Riff Distilling is planning a $7.5 million expansion along the newly widened Kentucky Route 9. 

Colonel De settles into new location, spices up Fort Thomas dining scene

Popular spice maker moves headquarters and brings new retail location – as well as a fun, family-friendly vibe – to Fort Thomas.

How NKY is using public transit to boost economic development

TANK gets creative in connecting residents to jobs and trying to work around traffic congestion, while Newport citizens look to import the Cincinnati Streetcar and related investments.

Kenton County Academies prepare local grads for success in changing career market

Academies are part of a renewed regional and national focus on science, technology, engineering and math – subjects linked to high-growth jobs and usually referred to as STEM.

Children engage in ArtStop workshop
Registration opens for ArtStop Series at The Carnegie

The Carnegie will offer dance, drama and visual art workshops to kids ages 7-12 this fall and winter.

The Center celebrates 40 years with grand opening of new facility

The Center for Great Neighborhoods is celebrating its 40th anniversary by welcoming the public into its new home at The Hellmann Creative Center.

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