NKY Thrives

NKY thrives is created and managed in partnership by Soapbox Cincinnati, a publication founded in 2008 to serve the Cincinnati region by Issue Media Group (IMG). IMG publications are supported by underwriting and partnerships with local businesses, civic institutions, community funds, nonprofits and foundations that support and expand our coverage of community and economic development, social innovation, city building and place making. Learn more about our underwriting policy here and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion here. Tips, story ideas or feedback? If you have a tip or suggestion for us, please contact editor@soapboxmedia.com.

The rise of Nazi Germany: Part one, as told by a local Holocaust survivor

In this two-part series, Dr. Al Miller talks about being a child in Berlin during the 1930s. He shares his story as the country is experiencing civil unrest due to police brutality against people of color, and because nearly 50% of people in the United States only have the vaguest notion that the Holocaust happened, and many have never heard of it.

Closing the digital gap for Northern Kentucky students

United Way of Greater Cincinnati, Cincinnati Bell and other organizations will provide access to low-cost internet service to more than 1,000 Northern Kentucky families in time for the 2020-21 school year.

Kameryn James and Jamie Dinwiddie at the Fort Thomas protest and march.
‘Our voices are crying out, saying enough is enough.’

The head of the Northern Kentucky NAACP talks in an exclusive interview about the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for the movements pushing for change in community policing.

Rare disease foundation helps families during COVID-19

The International Rett Syndrome Foundation supports families of children with this rare neurological disorder. The coronavirus pandemic has had a profound impact on this vulnerable population.

ArtsWave’s Mindful Music Moments extends its season

Now more than ever, we need chill music and meditation designed to help us stay calm, safe, and sane.

Video & Co. [VIDEO] featuring Tommy Pacello re: district management

Yard & Company's video series focuses on COVID-19 and the impact on cities. Episode four features Memphis Medical District's, Tommy Pacello speaking about the future of outdoor living to the power of the front porch.

Women Helping Women training session
Women Helping Women phone support becomes a critical intervention and prevention tool

The COVID-19 Regional Relief Fund helped them adapt to new technology that assists survivors of domestic violence by meeting them virtually in isolation.

DHL Express will add 400 new jobs in the United States

About 150 of those jobs will be at the company’s hub at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport.

Cincinnati featured in “a tale of two surging cities”

Technologically advanced economic development combined with historic advantages help draw CEOs here during a shaky economy.

Turner Construction is the “Midwest Contractor of the Year”

ENR chose the local company as it continues to expand its data center and restoration work around the 11-state region.

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