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.

A place to call home: How housing impacts health

As the dream of a home of one’s own becomes a stretch for many, the health of families and communities is at risk. Here's what's being done about it.

It’s not so bad to be stuck in the middle with AI

For Jorge Perez, president and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Cincinnati, and an early ChatGPT adopter, it all started with an agent named Yasmin.

Gateway grads find fulfilling careers at growing Northern Kentucky tech companies

There are many paths to higher education, and for students who don’t pursue it right after high school, they might need more flexibility to obtain their degree.

Power to the people: Neighborhoods flex their civic muscles to bring about change

Neighborhood groups are working to shift power back to people who have historically been forgotten, marginalized, and ignored over the years.

Boone Conservancy’s largest acquisition will preserve a riverfront ecosystem

Consensus-building brought together a public-private partnership to preserve a tract that's been on the conservation radar for years.

Newport High School Class of 2024
Power and purpose: The leadership of Dr. Kareem Moncree-Moffett and Ramona Malone

They don’t run daily school operations, but their influence is undeniable.

Local AI consultant and digital agency owner Kendra Ramirez.
When it comes to AI, the little guy (finally) has an advantage

With zero red tape and no budget, an individual employee can simply log in to a multi-purpose AI tool and be off to the races.  

Making relationships work

Local therapists encourage communication skills for building connections with significant others.  

Taft Museum of Art announces the 2025 Duncanson Artist-in-Residence: Rich Robbins

“Rich Robbins exemplifies the spirit of creativity and community engagement that is essential for this program,” - Daphney Thomas, Duncanson Society member.  

The Cincinnati Curling Club hosted a 16-team tournament last November with clubs from within Ohio and out of state. Here Eric Reardon delivers his stone while Philip Stafford and Cathy McKee follow it and are ready to sweep.
Grassroots effort brings the sport of curling to the Queen City

Ever wanted to try curling? Now you can, right here in Cincinnati.

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