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Why does one small town struggle while its neighbors thrive? The answers date back years

David HolthausTuesday, January 28, 2025
While much of the county surrounding it is thriving, the village of Bethel hasn't necessarily benefitted. It's not alone. Many tri-state neighborhoods lack resiliency. 
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OTR developer 8K is honing an engaged approach to revitalize communities

Steve AustTuesday, January 28, 2025
If there’s a century-old, overlooked commercial property with viable possibilities to improve a residential neighborhood; that’s where you’ll find 8K methodically digging in.  
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Inclusive dentistry: Transforming access for patients with disabilities

Shandra MartinezTuesday, January 28, 2025
Three Centers for Inclusive Dentistry in Michigan, Indiana and Ohio use specialized training, sensory-friendly tools, and tailored approaches to provide accessible dental care for all patients.
Development News 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

Kate HaroldTuesday, January 28, 2025
Ever wanted to try curling? Now you can, right here in Cincinnati.
Development News Riverside at East Pointe in Covington NKY thrives

Four NKY organizations address housing challenges with menu of 50 recommended options

Kareem A. SimpsonTuesday, January 28, 2025
NKADD, Brighton Center, NKCAC and PDS of Kenton County effort reflects a year of strategic planning.  
Development News In Avondale, the former site of St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church and Gabriel’s Place, a public gathering space with a farmer’s market and community meals, will be revitalized with 20 residential units and a community center.

Saving a sense of (Gabriel’s) place

Steve AustTuesday, January 28, 2025
An ambitious residential project includes a plan to remodel the sanctuary and annex into an Avondale cultural arts and community center.  
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New Montessori school in the works as Xavier's longstanding program is set to end

David HolthausTuesday, January 14, 2025
A group of parents is organizing the Martha McDermott Montessori School, named after a Cincinnati educator who was instrumental in expanding Montessori education.
Feature Story Atrium’s offering a Level 3 Trauma Center provides a valuable asset to the community.

Health care organizations keeping Middletown well

Steve AustTuesday, January 14, 2025
Middletown health care providers discuss improvements boosting local quality of life.  
Development News SonLight has handled installations of solar panels in third-world countries for more than a decade. When COVID precluded traveling abroad, they took the opportunity to fulfill their mission of providing energy for local schools and nonprofits.

Cincinnati Zoo expands regional solar energy with nonprofit collaborators

Steve AustTuesday, January 14, 2025
A Cincinnati Zoo/SonLight partnership illuminates BLOC Ministries’ Horses on the Hill.  
Longform Frisch's Mainliner restaurant was a Fairfax landmark.

As we saw it: Soapbox favorite photos of 2024

Patrice WatsonTuesday, January 7, 2025
Soapbox retrospective from last year's archives. 43 remarkable photos published throughout our 16th year of local reporting.  
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Soapbox recognized for graphic design by SPJ Cleveland, Cincinnati and Columbus chapters

Soapbox StaffTuesday, January 7, 2025
Recognition from the Ohio SPJ Awards belongs to our talented web developer, Soapbox writers and photographers plus an editor’s constant vigil of tidying up.  
Feature Story newdeal NKY thrives

The Living New Deal: 90 years later, FDR's groundbreaking program is part of our everyday lives

David HolthausTuesday, December 10, 2024
"It showed what a caring government, an enlightened government, could do for everybody." 
Feature Story Leadership Council provides monthly peer roundtables that facilitate valuable feedback that helps nonprofit leaders refine their plans, pitches and bottom line.

Nonprofit compensation research indicate sectors’ employment challenges, opportunities

Steve AustTuesday, December 10, 2024
Leadership Council for Nonprofits' Beth Benson provides insight for competitive recruitment, retention along with obstacles that face the entire nonprofit landscape.
Feature Story Sarah Nathan Middletown Community Foundation

Middletown’s homes away from home

Steve AustTuesday, December 10, 2024
A look at four institutions and locations that enrich the city’s social fabric as beloved third places.  
Development News Dawson Queen City Book Bank

Coming Clean: 5 questions with picture book author Keila Dawson

Kate HaroldTuesday, December 10, 2024
Winner of the Green Earth Book Award in 2024 for her title No World Too Big, local author says "breaking into this industry has been a dream come true."
Development News Tevin Brown, local artist and entrepreneur. NKY thrives

Three opinions on what the election means

Kareem A. SimpsonTuesday, December 10, 2024
We spoke to three individuals from different walks of life—each with a different perspective on what the election means for their personal and professional futures.
Development News Okini, an expression of gratitude in Japanese, offers traditional sushi menus but expands with more exotic fare such as yakitori. Their ramen has helped make it a splash in Hyde Park’s competitive restaurant scene. NKY thrives

Three new, eclectic restaurants to consider for the holidays or the new year

Steve AustTuesday, December 10, 2024
Biscuits, yakatori, poutine, and more -- it's an appropriate time to embrace what's new.
Development News "This business isn’t just what I do; it has become who I am, and I love it." Susie Brand, jeweler.

Gifting that supports Cincy’s makers

Jessica BozsanTuesday, December 10, 2024
Take a little time this holiday shopping season to slow down a bit and get to know the makers hiding in plain sight.
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New series explores efforts to address oral health inequities

Shandra MartinezMonday, December 9, 2024
A new State of Health series highlights innovative approaches and partnerships tackling systemic barriers to oral health care for underserved populations.
Feature Story Greenhills firefighter Joe Knight. Greenhills is moving from all-volunteer to paid firefighters.

Taxing times: Small towns count on special tax levies to maintain essential services

David HolthausTuesday, November 12, 2024
Paying for fire protection and emergency medical services was on the ballot seven times in six different communities.
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