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Are Ohio's small villages serving their residents? A new law brings more scrutiny

David HolthausTuesday, June 10, 2025
It requires every village in the state to be evaluated to see if it should be considered for dissolution by the voters.
Development News Sarah Ison, who co-owns Flourish and Roam in Moscow with her husband, Josh, stands in the field with their flock of sheep. Intentional cover-crop planting and rotational grazing are among the methods they use to operate an organic farm.

Eat local: Flourish and Roam uses regenerative agriculture principles to raise meat locally

Steve AustTuesday, June 10, 2025
By letting nature be its guide, a local meat producer cultivated healthier soil, helping restore native plant and animal populations, and yielding healthier animals.
Development News Samantha Searls concluded the program by summarizing looming federal policy changes.

Ignite Peace update on the Cincinnati immigrant landscape

Steve AustTuesday, June 10, 2025
There’s only so much that people can do to advocate for immigrants. However, there is more than nothing. Start here to get informed.  
Longform Yellow may not the color associated with muscle cars, but this 1935 Duesenberg Mormon Meteor, built by Abe Jenkins, reached a top speed of over 157 mph and broke world records.

Cincinnati Concours d’Elegance 2025 celebrates British roadsters

Steve AustTuesday, June 3, 2025
What began as a brainstorm for an event to celebrate classic cars and honor a gravely ill friend has grown into a highly anticipated annual gathering of thousands of auto enthusiasts.
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Dental aid helps cancer patients regain health and dignity

Shandra MartinezTuesday, June 3, 2025
HNC Living Foundation provides dental care, nutrition, and support to head and neck cancer patients facing financial and treatment challenges.
Development News To minimize the health risk around the home, Hessel’s department summarized its tips as “drain, dunk and protect."

Hamilton County environmental health director discusses managing mosquitoes

Steve AustTuesday, June 3, 2025
To minimize the health risk around the home, Jeremy Hessel’s health division summarized its tips as “drain, dunk and protect.”
Innovation News Brandon Z. Hoff, founder of RUDI, Responsible Use of Digital Intelligence.

The AI sherpa will see you now

Jessica BozsanTuesday, May 27, 2025

Cincinnati AI researcher, practitioner and deep thinker, Brandon Z. Hoff shares insights for a path into the future of AI through Mercantile Library series.

Development News Pones Inc.'s Somewhere Over the Holler and R. DeAndre Smith's Forging Legends are two works among a lineup of more than 170 performances.

Cincinnati Fringe Festival soars with boundary-pushing theater

Kareem A. SimpsonTuesday, May 27, 2025
At a time when the arts are facing increased pressure to conform or sanitize, Fringe’s commitment to creative risk and artistic integrity remains vital.
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Fewer babies are dying in Cincinnati. Now its effort will be a model in other cities

David HolthausTuesday, May 20, 2025
Cradle Cincinnati’s model brings together parents, caregivers, health care professionals, and community members to support mothers and babies. 
Feature Story Winton Woods high school qualified behavioral health specialist (QBHS) certification stigma presentation.

Talbert House’s INsight Program steers teens to mental health careers

Steve AustTuesday, May 20, 2025
Professional therapists, counselors, nurses, and social workers introduce students to a growing field.  
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Coming Clean: 5 questions with Cincinnati author Mary Kay Carson

Kate HaroldTuesday, May 20, 2025
Meet this local author who has written more than 50 books for kids about wildlife, nature, weather, space, and other science and history topics.
Development News East Row v. Westside

Why trees are important to a city’s growth

Tina NeyerTuesday, May 20, 2025
Newport leadership determined the reforestation program is a priority and will make efforts to meet goals despite defunding of $995K grant.
Feature Story Blue Water YMCA hosts VOY discussions to uplift youth voices.

A peek inside the gang scene in Port Huron and its impact on youth

Leslie CieplechowiczTuesday, May 13, 2025
During a Voices of Youth discussion with middle school students at the Blue Water YMCA, one of the kids talked about involvement with gangs and why he joined. Sgt. Ryan Mynsberge from the Port Huron Police Department weighs in on what the police are doing about local gangs.
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Demands for emergency medical service are stretching the budgets of small towns and townships

David HolthausTuesday, May 6, 2025
Calls for medical care have increased 40-50% in some communities over 10 years while the population has remained stagnant.  
Feature Story Quiverheart Gorge Preserve in Adams County is a deep dolomite gorge with breathtaking rock formations, drifts of wildflowers, and seasonal waterfalls.

Arc of Appalachia has acquired 14,000 acres to protect the region’s temperate forest biome forever

Steve AustTuesday, May 6, 2025
Education and events have become an effective tool to engage the public and stoke interest in the natural world.
Development News Founded by the Diocese of Covington in the early 20th century, Our Savior Catholic Church was established as a vital refuge for African American Catholics in NKY. NKY thrives

Regional African American Catholic churches face an uncertain future in restructuring initiative

Kareem A. SimpsonTuesday, May 6, 2025
The necessity of mergers to create stronger, more sustainable parishes may result in the closure of some churches and schools.
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Cherry Health’s Belknap Commons Dental Center eases dental emergency burden

Shandra MartinezMonday, May 5, 2025
Cherry Health’s Grand Rapids Belknap clinic offers urgent dental care in the evenings, reducing ER visits and improving access for underserved and working patients.
Development News Waiting to cross the NAMIWalks starting line.

NAMI Southwest Ohio sets $200K goal for annual walk for community mental health

Steve AustFriday, May 2, 2025
As the current political climate shifts the prioritization of resources, NAMI Southwest Ohio’s no-cost services become even more integral to meeting community needs.   
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Indiana nonprofit’s oral health program reaches 39 states

Shandra MartinezTuesday, April 29, 2025
McMillen Health’s Brush program equips families and educators with easy-to-understand oral health tools, transforming access in underserved communities.
Innovation News Top row l to r: Andrew Schaub, AIA, Alto Design, and Cynthia Williams, AIA, Cynthia Williams Architect. Bottom row l to r: Rick Meyer, AIA, Meyer Brothers and Sons and Chris Kepes, AIA, Kepes Architecture.

Architecture Matters panel discussion: Refreshing your residence

Julie CarpenterTuesday, April 29, 2025
Amid much talk about new housing, the May Architecture Matters panel discussion features four residential architects making the most of existing homes. 
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