Dayton

In 1867 two Northern Kentucky communities, Jamestown and Brooklyn, merged to create the city of Dayton. Back then, before the Army Corps of Engineers raised the level of the Ohio River, Dayton's swimmers and sunbathers took advantage of the natural sand bar and gently curving coastline of what was then known as Manhattan Beach.   Today's Dayton is committed to revitalizing its historic core while making way for profile-boosting projects. Major developments include extending the city’s riverfront presence eastward by adding residential and commercial opportunities at Manhattan Harbour

The Ohio River Recreation Trail promotes geotourism and economies in river cities in three states

A coalition of outdoor enthusiasts and advocates is working to promote the river and its communities as sources of healthy recreation and economic opportunities.

Gateway Flats opened in September.
New owners bring new developments at Manhattan Harbour

The Manhattan Harbour concept dates to the mid-2000s.

The Catalytic Fund helped get the Hotel Covington redevelopment off the ground.
Foundation invests $500,000 in Northern Kentucky’s urban renaissance

The Catalytic Fund jump starts development by providing financing assistance and technical expertise for projects that have the potential to spark further development in Northern Kentucky’s urban cities.

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.

Groundwork Ohio River Valley diversifies the region’s environmental movement

The organization performs much-needed restoration work, trains kids for quality jobs, and builds an eco-friendly generation. 

NKU has joined a national coalition to help students complete their degree programs.
NKU partners with national coalition to help returning students complete their studies

The program works with colleges to help re-engage students who have paused their studies.

Last year, volunteer Dawn Rhodes made the winning pitch for the Emergency Shelter of Northern Kentucky.
Finalists chosen in pitch competition for funders’ grants

The NKY Funders' Grants competition brings philanthropists together in common causes.

Beyond the Curb's spring tour was held in Covington's Mainstrasse neighborhood.
Venture Beyond the Curb in the river city of Ludlow

A tour for fans of urban living, architecture and history buffs, interior design devotees and anyone interested in learning about one of the region's charming small towns.

NKU's campus in Highland Heights, Ky.
Major gifts to help NKU students stay in school

Students with academic potential often face obstacles in completing their educations. Two major grants from Northern Kentucky business leaders aim to help.

The Covington portion of Riverfront Commons will be 2.7 miles long and transform the citiy's riverfront.
A thread to link Northern Kentucky’s river cities

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