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Feature Story Brother Paul Quenon

A monk shares his lessons from a life of quiet contemplation

Social distancing is new to many of us, but for Brother Paul Quenon, it’s been his life for 61 years.


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The Center for Respite Care and ECS share their approaches to serving vulnerable communities

At-risk citizens need extra help during a health crisis. Here's how some people on the front lines are making that happen.

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Walnut Hills On The Ground Open Newsroom with guest, William Johnson [VIDEO]

William Johnson, Manager of the new First Financial Bank Walnut Hills branch, joins Kathryne Gardette in the Open Newsroom to talk about why the bank chose to locate in the neighborhood.

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Walnut Hills On The Ground Open Newsroom with guest, Denise Driehaus [VIDEO]

Open Newsroom host Kathryne Gardette speaks with Hamilton County Commission President Denise Driehaus

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Walnut Hills On The Ground Open Newsroom with guest, John Mitchell [VIDEO]

Open Newsroom host Kathryne Gardette speaks with John Mitchell, President/CEO of the Cincinnati Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired

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Lessons from Hong Kong: A former Ohio resident explains how DeWine’s response can help curb COVID-19

There’s a lot of information — and misinformation — out there. We’ve rounded up the facts for staying safe and healthy, plus a few ways to support Cincinnati’s economy.

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Home with your kids? Make the most of it.

Liz McEwan, regular Soapbox contributor and homeschooling mom with four children, shares her survival tips for the upcoming weeks.


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United Way champions change with innovative black-led program

Volunteers are helping the African-American community fight poverty in new and groundbreaking ways through Black Empowerment Works.


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Three smart leaders who generate economic activity visit the Walnut Hills Open Newsroom

Walnut Hills On The Ground Open Newsroom wraps up, for now, with 22 video stories that explain Why Walnut Hills and why now.

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Cincy in the News: What's trending this week

Ohio is leading the nation in the effort to curb the spread of COVID-19. Here's what we're doing — and more — in this week's local stories that are trending nationally. 

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Walnut Hills On The Ground Open Newsroom with guest, Christina Hartlieb [VIDEO]

Walnut Hills #OTG Open Newsroom is live Kathryne Gardette and guest Christina Hartlieb from the Harriet Beecher Stowe House

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Walnut Hills On The Ground Open Newsroom with guest, James Harris [VIDEO]

Open Newsroom host Kathryne Gardette learns more about the Youth Build program from Easterseals Serving Greater Cincinnati with guest, James Harris, Youth Build Manager

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Walnut Hills On The Ground Open Newsroom with guest, Rosie Polter [VIDEO]

Rosie Polter, from the Cincinnati Heritage Project, joined Kathryne Gardette in the Walnut Hills On The Ground Open Newsroom

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Walnut Hills On The Ground Open Newsroom with guest, Kelly Carr [VIDEO]

Joining Kathryne Gardette in the Walnut Hills #OTG Open Newsroom at Caffè Vivace is writer, editor and lead minister at Echo Church, Kelly Carr

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Hunky Dory Studios in Finneytown showcases the juxtaposition between darkness and light

Amy Flesher creates glassworks in her renovated midcentury modern home that pays homage to both the past and the present.


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How businesses, residents are paying homage to Springfield’s roots while looking ahead to the future

A declining population combined with an increase in vacant homes and businesses hit the city hard and compounded its struggles. In recent years, though, community leaders and regional organizations have come together to revitalize and rebuild.

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ARCO strives to unite arts and neighborhood, seeks collective members

As part of the Masonic Lodge’s renovation, community developers are creating a Price Hill Curatorial Collective and will accept nominations through March 15th.


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Catalytic talent of Walnut Hills speak candidly during the community’s sixth Open Newsroom

Just in time for International Women’s Month, three local women discussed the area’s diversity, cultural heritage, and spirituality. Live in Walnut Hills? Text “HELLO” to 513-230-6899 to take a short survey about where you shop for fresh produce and groceries.


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More than $100 million promised for Cincinnati's innovation district

JobsOhio — together with the University of Cincinnati and Cincinnati Children’s Medical center — creates a “magnet for talent” in the area.


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After a terminal cancer diagnosis, BRIDEface owner sells business to longtime friend

Nancy Dawson and Julie Niesen will host an open house on March 13th, to celebrate Dawson while raising money for her other business, Transform.