Stories

Filling empty spaces with joy: Community sustains Ronald McDonald House amid pandemic challenges

Eliza BobonickTuesday, January 12, 2021

The new normal now guides all practices within the impressively expanded building.

Travel + Leisure calls Cincinnati “the Midwest’s next big thing.”

Soapbox StaffTuesday, January 12, 2021

Source: Travel + Leisure

Unique, local restaurant, bars, and bakeries stand out in the Queen City.

Nonstop to Seattle: Alaska Airlines to resume a route from CVG

Soapbox StaffTuesday, January 12, 2021

Source: Simple Flying

In March of 2020, the airline announced a new, daily, nonstop service between Seattle and Cincinnati. Then it was put on hold.

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Newport, how do you feel about public art?

David HolthausThursday, January 7, 2021

Public art can create community identity, attract visitors, and beautify neighborhoods.

A new neighborhood name honors a landmark

David HolthausThursday, January 7, 2021

To acknowledge “an art and architectural gem that will be treasured for centuries,” the city of Covington has adopted a new name for two blocks anchored by the Cathedral, the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Covington.

Bringing experience to the table: Greater Cincinnati SCORE Women’s CEO Roundtable expands membership

Eliza BobonickTuesday, January 5, 2021

The pandemic hasn’t slowed these executives down — they’re working hard to continue supporting female entrepreneurs.

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Understanding, valuing, and accepting others’ differences are the goals of this program

David HolthausTuesday, January 5, 2021

Previous graduates say that “Building Cultural Competence: A Program for Leaders” has helped them learn to value people’s experiences while becoming more comfortable telling their own.

ArtWorks is movin’ on up

David HolthausTuesday, January 5, 2021

After 11 years in OTR, the nonprofit is relocating to Walnut Hills.

Kroger and Whole Foods team up to predict this year’s food trends

Soapbox StaffTuesday, January 5, 2021

Source: Winsight Grocery Business

As 2020 came to a close, these two grocery giants forecasted what shoppers will want in 2021.

Cincinnati Insurance receives $2.5 million innovation grant from JobsOhio

Soapbox StaffTuesday, January 5, 2021

Source: Digital Insurance

This will expand the company’s innovation efforts and expand career opportunities for the regional workforce.

Cincinnati named one of the top 50 cities to visit in 2021

Soapbox StaffTuesday, January 5, 2021

Source: Travel + Leisure

Travel + Leisure’s list was compiled in honor of all the dynamic destinations in the U.S.

AddUp Inc moves to Blue Ash

Soapbox StaffTuesday, January 5, 2021

Source: 3D Printing Media Network

The U.S. subsidiary is establishing its North American headquarters in Cincinnati.

With hunger on the rise, Northern Kentucky steps up to provide food and peace of mind

Nancy DalyThursday, December 17, 2020

Because of the pandemic, more than 50 million people nationwide may experience food insecurity in 2020, including a potential 17 million children.

With a 100-year history here, DAV designs a new headquarters in Northern Kentucky

David HolthausThursday, December 17, 2020

DAV expects to move about 175 employees into a new headquarters under construction in Erlanger by the summer of 2021.

Financial services firm plans to move 100 employees to the Covington riverfront and expand

David HolthausThursday, December 17, 2020

The new office space will be home to about 100 employees initially, and the company says it has plans to double that over time.

Systemic racism is embedded in our society due to past issues that led to present problems

Bob SandrickTuesday, December 15, 2020

In some ways, Ohio has been progressive on civil rights issues, but we have a long way to go with housing, education, employment, and healthcare. Bob Sandrick interviewed a few people around the state hoping to drive change.

#OTRisOpen: A conversation about ecommerce, plus a guide to local shopping

Jessica EsemplareTuesday, December 15, 2020

Victor and Jocelyn Williams — proprietors of Kismet, Pangea, and Toko Buru — finally delved into ecommerce after 28 years of brick-and-mortar locations. They’re not the only ones who have pivoted during the pandemic.