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Development News Gateway Flats opened in September.

New owners bring new developments at Manhattan Harbour

The Manhattan Harbour concept dates to the mid-2000s.

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Social media influence a huge draw for local businesses

Lines of customers at Ironworks Waffle Cafe in COhatch The Market went through the building and out the door in January after a viral TikTok featured the restaurant.

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From PTA to ParentCamp: Florence mom goes national

The ParentCamp idea: Engaged parents lead to engaged students, which lead to engaged communities.

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Testing startup earns $20M loan to invest in expansion

In 2020, Gravity Diagnostics went from testing 20 COVID-19 samples a day to more than 20,000.

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Diving into the Groundwater: Exploring the depths of racism

Groundwater, a racial equity workshop offered by Greater Cincinnati Foundation, challenges assumptions about race, history, and society, and presents difficult truths about the institutions that form the core of our communities.

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Making peace in Pleasant Ridge: One pastor’s journey to save a progressive church

Reverend Derek Terry didn't start his career intending to be a spokesperson for Black, gay clergy. But his journey from Louisville to Cincinnati — and the events of his life in between — led him there.


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Sweet Cheeks Diaper Bank fills gap in government services

This local nonprofit was founded five years ago when a Cincinnati mom discovered no diaper bank existed in our region.


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Arrow Adventure encourages people of all skill levels to get outside and try something new

Niki Marengo and Jessica Haag were inspired after trying something new — a four-day hike along the Appalachian Trail.


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Preserving Black history and saving lives: What the libraries are doing in February (and beyond)

From a new podcast about the West End to revisiting a series for Black mothers, CHPL is working to keep the African American community alive.


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Heritage Bank and Ocean Programs team up to expand entrepreneurship training program

A $30,000 donation will help low- to moderate-income business owners get access to training, mentorship, inspiration, and coaching.


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YARD & Company activates historic filling station as flexible event space

In response to the pandemic, The Garage is a safe place for people to work from home, away from home.


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Loren Long will illustrate inaugural poet Amanda Gorman’s children’s book

The local artist is working to bring Change Sings to life, with an expected release date of September 21.


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Local students participate in COVID-19 vaccine trial

Molly and Sam Hering are a part of the Pfizer clinical trial at Children’s Hospital.


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How Cincinnati is tackling the climate crisis

Grassroots organizations and community leaders have been addressing the crisis for years through on-the-ground efforts, policy, and investing in green innovation.


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Local writer selected as one of 20 best storytellers of 2020

Mary Williams was recognized for covering the year’s life-changing events through their work with PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs.


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Ohio Civics Essential: A look back at our state’s presidents and how they shaped today’s parties

During this presidential inaugural season, a look back at inaugural speeches by the eight presidents from Ohio shows that each had plenty to say, rightly or wrongly, about issues that still resonate today, like elections, balance of power, race, immigration and foreign policy.


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Refreshing home environments, empowering families: Meet CASA Design

This women-founded Cincinnati startup is helping parents set their children up for success in school, by design.


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1628, Ltd. celebrates one year of Women Empowered

Although 2020 was a tough time to start a new public program, they quickly pivoted and found some innovative solutions.


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Camp Washington leaders welcome long-awaited development of neighborhood icon

The Crosley Building was once a manufacturing empire. After years of being abandoned, it will soon have both affordable housing and commercial space.


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Standard Textile partners with Cleveland Clinic to produce reusable face masks

Proceeds will support COVID-19 research at the clinic.