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Ohio City Named One Of America’s Easiest Going Cities
There are many different kinds of people that exist within the United State of America which they all have their pros, cons, and mannerisms. There is city, urban, country, rural, and so many more kinds of people within America's borders, who all contribute to society in different ways. One of the main things that separates these groups of people is the type of environment they prefer to live or enjoy their time in.
Democratic nominee selected in 'smoke-fillled' room, Vance claims at hometown rally
MIDDLETOWN, Ohio — Republican vice presidential nominee J.D. Vance promised in his acceptance speech last week at the Republican National Convention that he would never forget his southwest Ohio roots. Making good on that promise Monday, the U.S. senator held his first solo rally in his own Middletown High School between Dayton and Cincinnati. The Butler County rally took place one day after the 2024 presidential election was turned on its head with President Biden's announcement that he was dropping his re-election bid and throwing his support to his vice president, Kamala Harris. “I don't like Joe Biden, and I don't like his politics,” Mr. Vance told his hometown crowd. “I'm not a Democratic primary voter. I never have been. ... What is going on in this country is absolutely disgraceful.”
Cincinnati and the Midwest are seeing a moderate increase in COVID-19 cases
Recent metrics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show high viral activity in wastewater and increased COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations nationwide. While cases may be rising nationally, local health experts say Cincinnati and the Midwest are only seeing a moderate increase compared to other regions in the United States.
Dive deep into Cincinnati's past with these 6 blogs, from Black history to our food scene
For those of us who can’t get enough of Cincinnati history, there are a number of blogs on local history, many posted every week with as much research as you’d expect from any history publication. The blog format offers an opportunity for some history buffs to share information...
Property tax relief is here!
The long-awaited property tax relief program is open for applications! If you qualify (by residency in Cincinnati, income level, and owner-occupancy of a 1-4 unit building), you can receive funds from the City to help you pay delinquent property taxes. “Property taxes in many of our neighborhoods have skyrocketed due...
Can you see the 5 inclines? As convention center construction kicks off, here's more on the design
Construction kicked off last week on the $200 million renovation and expansion of Downtown's Duke Energy Convention Center. Where large tanned brick, red granite and the 97-year-old Albee Arch now stand, three-story glass walls will wrap the building by 2026. A series of inverted triangle metal panels hung from the roof...
Report: Cincinnati among the best cities for recreation, staying active
CINCINNATI — A recent report shows Cincinnati is among the best for offering recreational activities and helping residents stay active. WalletHub, a personal finance website, compared the 100 most populated U.S. cities across four categories: entertainment and recreational facilities, costs, quality of parks and weather. “Recreation is an important...
Cincinnati Named as Finalist for Sundance Film Festival
The Queen City may have another win under our belt. The Sundance Institute announced six finalists for the host location of the Sundance Film Festival. The finalists were chosen from an extensive “Request for Proposal” process. Cities include: Cincinnati, Ohio Atlanta, Georgia Boulder, Colorado Louisville, Kentucky Santa Fe, New Mexico Park City/Salt Lake City, Utah. […] The post Cincinnati Named as Finalist for Sundance Film Festival appeared first on 101.1 The Wiz.
Florence's new festival highlights city's small businesses, culture
FLORENCE, Ky. — The city of Florence hosted its first Art and Vendor Festival July 20, providing an opportunity for local artists and businesses to share their creations and products with the community. The Hills of Kentucky Dulcimers kicked off the event, sharing their history and love of Appalachian...
Cincinnati Preservation grants to help save local Black sites, stories
Cincinnati Preservation plans to use a combined $65,000 in grant funding to conduct a yearlong study focused on identifying and protecting historically significant Black sites. The organization – formerly known as the Cincinnati Preservation Association – received $50,000 from the African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund, a program from the...
New Expansion at This Cincinnati Sign Museum is a Serious “Glow Up”
The American Sign Museum in Cincinnati, Ohio is a real deal blast from the past. Recently, a new expansion has made it a "must visit" for anyone seeking some good ole nostalgia. Over a year ago, in February 2023, crews were cleaning out a 20,000 sq ft storage space at...
Building the Cincinnati basin and beyond
Communities across the Cincinnati region are attempting to provide more housing and livelier business districts to attract workers, residents, and revenue. While each neighborhood or municipality’s approach varies, tactics include infill construction, adaptive reuse, planned development, and restoring existing multi-family housing stock. Each strategy involves benefits and challenges and should be shaped by a clear vision for the future.
Cincinnati area nonprofits contribute $1.4 billion in direct economic output
Local nonprofits had a $1.4 billion impact on the economy in 2022, according to a recently released study from the Human Services Chamber of Hamilton County. Here's what to know. Why was the study done? The most recent Cincinnati Futures Commission report did not include the nonprofit sector, so Mike Moroski, executive director of...
Some Cold Spring residents pushing back on possible zoning change
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Several Cold Spring residents plan to make a push on Monda for the city council to postpone acting on a possible zoning change. Cold Spring City Council will meet Monday to discuss a zoning change that would turn 27 acres of the former DAV property into a mixed-use development.
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