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Issue 13 Volume 1 | Week of 5/6/08

Cincinnati Architectural Foundation honors development pioneer, Arn Bortz

By: Kevin LeMaster, 5/6/2008 Towne Properties Partner, Arn Bortz is scheduled to receive the Alice and Harris Weston Apple Award in recognition of his contributions to the reinvention of downtown as a place to live.  This week, Bortz reflects on how the downtown residential climate has changed during his time as a developer.

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King Records symposium helps revive another Cincinnati brand

By: Steve Rosen, 5/5/2008 Those attracted to the urban authenticity of Cincinnati – the unique businesses and traditions that helped define and make it unique – are hoping to revive interest in King Records, a post-World War II company whose early rhythm-and-blues and country recordings were precursors of rock ‘n’ roll and its attendant pop culture.

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Upcoming Soapbox Sponsored Events

By: Jeff Syroney, 5/6/2008 Soapbox is proud to sponsor the Cincinnati Soap Box Derby “Build-A-Box” competition at the BMW store in Silverton on May 18. Assemble your car faster than the other competing teams with the assistance of a helper from the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Cincinnati. Think you've got what it takes to challenge the Soapbox team? Find the details here.

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Video/Northside Bike Co-op spins new twist on bike advocacy

Anyone mildly interested in bike culture, or even those who haven't ridden a bike since they got their license at 16, should definitely check out the MoBo Bicycle Co-op. This completely volunteer-run collective is working to expand access to bikes, bike maintenance, and education through workshops, community bike rides, bike advocacy, social events and a very cool space in which anyone can learn how to repair and recondition second-hand, recycled, and low-cost bicycles.

For those interested in getting involved, check out the co-op’s 2nd annual fundraiser on May 17th, at Off the Avenue Studio in Northside (1546 Knowlton Ave). For more information visit the MoBo website.

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This Week's Blogger:
KnowledgeWorks Staff Blogs
KnowledgeWorks is one of Cincinnati's remarkable organizations that doesn't get the attention it deserves. Working to provide funding and leadership for programs that prepare students for success in college, career and beyond, KnowledgeWorks is all about providing opportunity and innovation. Soapbox asked three of KnowledgeWorks staff members to take time out of their schedules to blog for us this week. Providing their insight are Barbara Diamond, Jeff Edmondson, and Matt Williams.

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Aerospace
Greater Cincinnati is a critical part of the aerospace industry, as the region is home to the nation’s largest jet engine maker and serves as a hub for domestic and international air traffic.  GE Aviation, headquartered here, designs and manufactures engines for some of the most popular passenger and military jets worldwide, while Delta Air Lines maintains its second-largest hub here, flying daily nonstop routes overseas as well as to more than a hundred destinations inside the U.S.

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In the News
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FRCH Design Worldwide
The architects, designers, and graphics experts at FRCH Design Worldwide help retailers around the globe get the in-store brand experience just right.  The result has been rapid growth, while at the same time maintaining a culture of satisfied employees.

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Covington
This genteel town just south of the Ohio River features a number of charming treasures including the lively MainStrasse district with its trendy bars, pubs and restaurants as well as beautiful homes stretched along the river beneath the strikingly modern architecture of its newest jewel, the Ascent. Covington is experiencing a sleepy renaissance with new shops and condos opening along Madison and Pike Streets and a burgeoning Arts District that acts as the cultural glue that binds the city's charm to its proud denizens.

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