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Scott Beseler and Elissa Yancey
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
From an homage to Frank Duveneck to an original C.F. Payne to the spoils of a TED prize, MuralWorks by ArtWorks brightens more than city walls.We tour of a few of the finest with Soapbox photographer Scott Beseler.
John Davidson
Tuesday, August 09, 2011
As cities realize the importance of attracting and retaining talent, smaller development projects and neighborhood investment are becoming a crucial part of some cities' revitalization efforts.
Jonathan DeHart
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
While Cincinnati may not typically be considered an enclave for Latin American emigres on par with Miami or Los Angeles, the city has its fair share of Latino ties. Latino and hispanic professionals, artists, university students, and workers are making their mark in a city that was handcrafted by waves of immigrants. This June, the City and its Latino community will celebrate this latest wave as proud hosts of the national LULAC convention.
Jonathan DeHart
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
The numbers don't lie: while most areas across the country are watching young, talented professionals move away, a new study says zip codes like downtown Cincinnati's 45202 are seeing an increase in college educated professionals seeking urban amenities and the opportunity to make a difference.
Val Prevish
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Two successful business veterans give hope to chronically unemployed workers with a company focused on building brands, creating jobs and changing lives in Cincinnati's inner-city.
Sean Rhiney
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Former Hamilton County Coroner, Dr. O'dell Owens, took the reigns of Cincinnati State last fall. In this month's My Soapbox, he talks about the important role technical and community colleges play in sustaining innovation, cultivating economic development, and bridging the gap for non-traditional students.
Sean Rhiney
Tuesday, January 04, 2011
Hotels, revitalized retail and the elusive grocery store blossom in downtown. Light rail attempts a comeback. A home-grown music festival turns ten. Dogs having their day. These are just some of the things Soapbox will be watching in 2011.
Jonathan DeHart
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
The 3C passenger rail plan would link Ohio's major cities and provide connections to regional hubs in Chicago and on the East Coast, but Ohio's next governor doesn't want it. How about you Cincinnati?
Feoshia Henderson
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Meet the creative minds behind Northern Kentucky-based ZoomEssence, a nimble research and development firm working to make over the powder flavor industry.
Matt Cunningham
Tuesday, November 09, 2010
As many residents learned this spring, Cincinnati has a runoff problem. Enter "Project Groundwork," the first phase of a public works project designed to counter stormwater and sewer problems using innovative green solutions.
Jonathan DeHart
Tuesday, November 09, 2010
From opening restaurants and exploring the world's most hyped consumer market to forging official ties, a growing number of local ambassadors are building a strong bridge between the Queen City and China.
Sean Rhiney
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
On Tuesday, National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) chairman Rocco Landesman is coming to Cincinnati to talk arts at the invitation of ArtsWave (the arts supporting organization formerly known as the Fine Arts Fund). Since joining the NEA in 2009, Landesman has been on the road discussing the role of arts and culture as a component of sustainable and livable communities. His trip to Cincinnati will mirror visits he has made across the country to learn how 'art works' in neighborhoods and towns. Prior to his visit to Cincinnati he took some time to answer our questions about his vision for the arts and the role public institutions have in supporting organizations, programs, and individuals who make 'art work.'
Val Prevish
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
In the life of business start-ups, the great idea is only the first small step. So five lucky start-ups are getting the chance to learn from Cincinnati's master brand strategists and market research gurus as they take part in the first ever 12-week program at The Brandery, a new business accelerator that is luring promising young companies to Southwest Ohio.
Jonathan DeHart
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
The second annual Cincinnati Innovates competition is giving creative thinkers around town a chance to show what they've got. But ideas need capital to fly. As such, the need for communication between investors and those seeking funds is greater than ever. Yet, many Cincinnati innovators are unable to access the capital on tap in their own backyard. Soapbox's Jonathan DeHart talks with a few local experts on investment and innovation to learn what can be done to change the picture.
Val Prevish
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Thanks to a wealth of local talent and exceptional natural beauty Cincinnati has what it takes to attract moviemakers. The filmmaking industry is in the midst of one of the biggest transitions in its history as producers look beyond Hollywood for locations to shoot and set up studios. Aggressive tax credits from states around the country including Ohio are luring the business away from California as cities like Cincinnati roll out the red carpet to get in on the action.