Resting comfortably across the river lies Newport, KY, another great example of the region's fusion of old school southern charm and contemporary development. At the mouth of the Purple People Bridge sits its greatest testament to development, the massive Newport on the Levee, a lively complex of entertainment hot spots, multiple chic restaurants and trendy watering holes as well as the acclaimed Newport Aquarium. 

Monmouth and York Streets capture the flavor of a century ago with its charming storefronts and residential neighborhoods featuring welcoming local taverns as well as some of the region's best restaurants including York Street Cafe.
 

Soapbox Picks: Don't miss these events!

By: Jeff Syroney, 7/14/2008 There's so much happening in the 'Nati, the Soapbox staff has added a new feature that highlights events that influencers like you need to know about. So take a look each week at these two or three things you should know about your great city on the river. 

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Do you know where that's been?

By: Sue Cohen, 6/3/2008 Summer in Cincinnati means locals can dig into fresh berries bursting with flavor, or plump and juicy tomatoes plucked straight from the vine. But where does the food come from and how can we take advantage of the local stuff rather than importing food from far away lands? The answer may be closer than you think.

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It's more than a gallery hop - It's WAAM!

By: Liz Wu, 6/3/2008 When is a gallery hop more than just a gallery hop? When you add writers, actors and musicians into the mix. Newport is celebrating its grand opening of WAAM on June 6 – a multimedia mix of local talent that gives a new creative buzz to the entertainment district.

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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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Raising kids urban in a suburban world

By: Melissa and Damon Gray, 4/22/2008 Melissa and Damon Gray wanted a neighborhood that had everything they needed to raise their two adopted children.  The two musicians tell us why being close to Findlay Market, Sawyer Point, Fountain Square, The Main Library and Grammer's is more important than cul-de-sacs and mass retail.

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