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Elissa Yancey
Monday, September 16, 2019
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Elissa Yancey, former Soapbox managing editor and co-founder of nonprofits
WordPlay Cincy
and
A Picture's Worth
, is a longtime Cincinnati journalist and educator with a passion for building community through story.
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Demand Better: Architecture's impact on Cincinnati's economy
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Betting on Bold Fusion
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New owner, new design embrace traditions at The Little Mahatma
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Tuesday, July 23, 2013
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Fringe's tin anniversary filled with heart
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Tuesday, June 4, 2013
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My Soapbox: Jason Langdon, Cincinnati Mini-Maker Faire
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Tuesday, May 7, 2013
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Shades of Grayscale: historic brewery revives to showcase local culture, spirits
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Tuesday, April 16, 2013
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My Soapbox: Chase Whiteside, New Left Media
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Tuesday, April 9, 2013
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My Soapbox: Janelle Hopper, Contemporary Arts Center
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Tuesday, March 19, 2013
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Soapbox Jobs, now powered by GigitJobs
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Tuesday, January 15, 2013
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New brew in town: Collective Espresso opens in OTR
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Tuesday, December 11, 2012
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The New Revolutionaries: Hatching ideas with The Bird Haus
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Tuesday, November 27, 2012
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Queen City sweetness: Home-town bakery startup expands offerings, again
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Tuesday, November 20, 2012
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Fresh art uncovers hidden treasures
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Tuesday, November 6, 2012
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By the 'Books'
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Tuesday, October 16, 2012
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From hummus to nuts, Zaidan's journey back to Findlay fueled by family
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Tuesday, October 9, 2012
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Poster boy: Neltner builds cool creative niche
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The New Revolutionaries: Shaping the future with art, strings and passion
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