NKY Thrives

NKY thrives is created and managed in partnership by Soapbox Cincinnati, a publication founded in 2008 to serve the Cincinnati region by Issue Media Group (IMG). IMG publications are supported by underwriting and partnerships with local businesses, civic institutions, community funds, nonprofits and foundations that support and expand our coverage of community and economic development, social innovation, city building and place making. Learn more about our underwriting policy here and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion here. Tips, story ideas or feedback? If you have a tip or suggestion for us, please contact editor@soapboxmedia.com.

The 23-acre IRS site is considered one of the biggest redevelopment opportunities east of the Mississippi.

‘Now we own it.’ Major IRS site plan moves forward

The vision includes a restored street grid, a levee park, a community plaza for festivals, and a mix of offices, retail shops, and housing.

Spectrum launches free news app, bringing award-winning news to 28 million residential customers

Innovative app delivers the best local news, weather, and state and local political content along with live streams of its television networks

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.

Masch Masch, the famous stuffed Dalmatian, reunites with his owner

After finding the lost dog, CVG launched a search for the owner on social media that included pictures of his masked adventures through the airport.

Masch Masch, the famous stuffed Dalmatian, reunites with his owner

After finding the lost dog, CVG launched a search for the owner on social media that included pictures of his masked adventures through the airport.

Video & Co. [VIDEO] featuring Lauren Hood about equitable development and inclusive growth

& Co. episode seven features Lauren Hood from Deep Dive Detroit who leads dialogues and initiatives around equitable development and inclusive growth.

Residents want more paved trails, like this one in Devou Park.
Dogs, canoes, trails, and trees: The public has spoken

One thing is clear: we love our dogs and our dog parks.

There’s a stadium going up in the West End, but an old theater could be just as vital

A critical step is establishing a lively business district in the West End begins with the Regal Theater, one of many theaters that breathed life into Cincinnati.

Conservancy Park was purchased and established by the Boone Conservancy.
The Boone Conservancy’s mission to protect greenspace has a new source of funding

A new partnership should enable the Boone Conservancy to expand its mission to protect the natural landscapes of Boone County.

Erica and Kevin McDonnell with GCF CEO Ellen Katz
The Skyline Chili Community Fund will improve access to quality preschool opportunities

Money will go towards increasing the amount of good programs and tuition.

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