Stories

The Future of Downtown, Part II: What do business owners say?

Liz McEwanTuesday, May 18, 2021

Recovery has been slow due to many people still working from home. But local companies are confident that things will improve once offices open again.

Feature Story

Instructor Austin Bartle and student Jaden McConnell.

School of Rock is like playing team sports, only with guitars and drums

Nancy DalyTuesday, May 18, 2021

A former restaurant space that was vacant for years has been transformed into 10,000 square feet of rehearsal and performance space. Now it’s time to rock.

Innovation News

Blue North Executive Director Brit Fitzpatrick and Program Manager Abby Ober

Blue North brings startup accelerator Co.Starters to NKY

David HolthausTuesday, May 18, 2021

The program helps entrepreneurs develop their ideas, examine their business models, and determine the next steps in their small-business journey.

Development News

South Fairmount is creating a healthy neighborhood for healthy neighbors

Jacquelyn ChischillieTuesday, May 18, 2021

Environmental stressors lead to community trauma, creating a generational cycle of chronic illnesses. Several local organizations are working to change the narrative.

Development News

Hubbard's "Untitled Louisiana Bayou Scene," oil on masonite.

Behringer-Crawford plans a permanent exhibit of pastoral artist Harlan Hubbard's work

David HolthausTuesday, May 18, 2021

Until then, several never-before-exhibited paintings are among the artwork and memorabilia displayed in the museum's latest salute to the famed Northern Kentucky artist and author.

Cincy In The News

CVG upgrades passenger experience with a new data platform

Soapbox StaffTuesday, May 18, 2021

Source: SmartCitiesWorld

The airport is partnering with London-based technology platform Veovo to discover how travelers, processes, and airlines interact and interconnect.

Cincy In The News

MadTree and 3CDC partner to bring new life to a vacant building in OTR

Soapbox StaffTuesday, May 18, 2021

Source: Craft Brewing Business

After more than a decade, plans to restore the old Weilert’s Beer Garden will honor the historical aspects of the property while introducing environmentally efficient features.

Cincy In The News

Cincinnati State will award first-ever bachelor’s degrees

Soapbox StaffTuesday, May 18, 2021

Source: Eagle Country Online

In their upcoming June commencement, the technical and community college will hand out 21 Bachelor of Applied Science degrees in land surveying.

Cincy In The News

Kroger works to eliminate waste, support entrepreneurs, and offer fresh, affordable food

Soapbox StaffTuesday, May 18, 2021

Source: Supermarket News

The Cincinnati-based grocery giant is introducing environmentally friendly practices and working to support local organizations in 2021.

Feature Story

The Future of Downtown, Part I: Job Loss and Recovery

Liz McEwanTuesday, May 11, 2021

What will the Central Business District look like in 2022? Local organizations and foundations are working to keep places open.

Feature Story

PromoWest Pavilion features a mural by Miami artist Hoxxoh.

Ready to rock whenever the world is ready

David HolthausTuesday, May 11, 2021

The region's newest music venue, PromoWest Pavilion at Ovation, is ready to open. We talk to PromoWest's CEO about the timetable for concerts, the bands, and live music in the pandemic era.

Innovation News

Ohio Civics Essential: upcoming virtual panels

Brittany YorkTuesday, May 11, 2021

This four-part virtual series will feature two panelists and a moderator, and cover themes like “How Your Government Works,” “How Your Courts Work,” and “Your Power as a Citizen.”

Innovation News

Lauded, local storytellers gain a wider stage via PBS with “Long Story Short”

Eliza BobonickTuesday, May 11, 2021

After winning 13 Emmys, Cincy Stories creators Shawn Braley and Chris Ashwell got the attention of a Dayton producer and an opportunity to expand their reach in new communities.

Innovation News

Soapblog: Cincinnati’s already preparing for 2030

Elizabeth RojasTuesday, May 11, 2021

President Joe Biden recently committed to reducing U.S. greenhouse gas emissions by at least 50% by 2030. We’re already well on our way.

Innovation News

The Gallery building has been renovated to allow more natural light inside and will feature new retailers.

A retail incubator will be part of revamped Newport on the Levee

David HolthausTuesday, May 11, 2021

Called Trade, it will give pop-up shops and ecommerce merchants a chance to try brick and mortar.

Development News

Old breweries could jump start Mohawk neighborhood plan

David HolthausTuesday, May 11, 2021

Vacant buildings and homes offer an opportunity for growth and a vibrant arts and entertainment district.

Development News

The former governor's home, left, will be transformed into a wine bar and restaurant.

Vacant for years, former governor's home is about to get new life

David HolthausTuesday, May 11, 2021

John W. Stevenson had a long career in Kentucky politics and government. His former home is about to get new life as a wine bar and restaurant.

Cincy In The News

MORTAR’S curriculum introduced in Oklahoma

Soapbox StaffTuesday, May 11, 2021

Source: Fox23 News

The Tulsa Economic Development Corporation wants to help local entrepreneurs get the fundamental knowledge that they need to be successful business owners.

Cincy In The News