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Zero Hunger/Zero Waste donates 28.2 million meals

In 2020, Ralphs and Food 4 Less, both owned by Kroger, donated millions of dollars — and pounds of food — to hunger relief organizations in California.

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From projects to promise: The fall of area housing projects shows the need for affordable options

Originally designed to provide homes to working-class residents of all races, it wasn't until the passage of the Housing Act of 1949 that the projects began to house only the poorest minority communities.

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Get your tickets NOW for an exclusive new tour in Over-the-Rhine

Meet Me in OTR is an invitation to revisit what to do, where to eat, where to shop, and how to get around the neighborhood.

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“Dress like a girl” gave Andrea Minnillo the inspiration to buck the stereotype

After shopping with her kids, Minnillo noticed that there was a striking difference between the options for her son and two daughters. So she opened her own clothing boutique.  

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Cincinnati Recycling and Reuse Hub turns trash into treasure for local nonprofits

From clothing to computer monitors to carpet samples, CRRH will sort and properly distribute practically anything as long as it’s clean.  

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One year later, the Cincinnati Innovation District has become a model for Ohio cities

The CID is on track to create 20,000 new jobs and $3 billion in annual economic impact to the region.  

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Art Museum aims to help the city "bee" inspired, "bee" vibrant, and "bee" connected

Their focus on community wellness supports bringing pollinators in to aid in the health of the community.

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“Forbes” selects Cincinnati as one of three top destinations for a socially distanced vacation

While many people are still hesitant to fly or visit urban areas, there are plenty outdoor activities surrounding the city.  

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#BeerFast2021: Del Hall gives up food for Lent

In his third year of this fast, Hall is looking to raise money for service industry workers in Southern Ohio and Northern Kentucky.  

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Melanie Moore turned her love of books into a philanthropic mobile bookstore. (And it’s adorable.)

She opened Cincy Book Bus in November of 2018 and spent much of that first year selling in-person at public events and street fairs. The onset of the pandemic in 2020 changed the nature of her business and forced it almost completely online.


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Get your passport to the International Restaurant Trail

Mid-2020, as the pandemic showed no signs of an end, the World Affairs Council found new ways to support their mission of promoting cultural awareness and international education in the COVID-19 era of masks, social distancing, and quarantines.


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UpSpring helps Greater Cincinnati’s homeless kids bounce back

Many kids don’t live on the street, however, they “couch surf,” which comes with its own set of challenges.


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Freedom Center president found inspiration in GCF racial equity training

The workshops energized him to keep working for what he believed in, and to become more involved in the political process as a means to enact change.

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Affordable childcare for students at Xavier sought during March Gladness Campaign

For years, both students and professors have tried to help students with kids complete their education. Thanks to the efforts of a senior and a professor, it could soon be a reality.


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UC launches Space Research Institute

 

The program is part of Research2030, the college’s 10-year strategic plan.


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“Cincinnati Chilibomb” created in London

Tim Brice, who spent part of his childhood in the Queen City, opened a new restaurant to pay homage to one of his favorite foods.


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Marriott at RiverCenter completes multi-million-dollar renovation

The hotel, which has breathtaking views of the river and skyline, received an upgrade that will appeal to both business and leisure travelers.


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Kroger to invest $2.5 million in grants to upcycled food startups

Through its Zero Hunger/Zero Waste Foundation, the company will support organizations that are working on new ways to manufacture, process, or distribute upcycled consumer food products.


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How one small, high-tech lab adapted when the pandemic changed everything

As the Covid-19 pandemic swept the region and the country, Ethos researchers developed tests for the viral infection to help schools, nursing homes, and other facilities keep operating.

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Fish and Wildlife delivers a cure for cabin fever

Anglers interested in catching rainbow trout won’t have to travel far.