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Women veterans reflect on life before, during and after serving in the military

Q&A with five local women veterans about military service, challenges faced, support services and American Legion Post 644.
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Reimagined Middletown preps for a vibrant yuletide season

Middletown’s ice rink has become a holiday-season fixture that keeps assistant manager Jessy Cole busy. Photo Angie Lipscomb. Next year, Reimagine Middletown plans to spearhead relocating the rink and ...
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Video Growth in the kitchen at Nicola’s

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ZF Steering Systems to add 374 jobs in Florence to meet increased product demand

In the midst of a still sluggish hiring season, there is some good news coming out of Northern Kentucky. ZF Steering Systems is set to bring 374 new jobs to Greater Cincinnati over the next three ...
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City of Immigrants: The growth of Cincinnati and other cities depends on immigration

Natalie Grilli – Genet Singh opened a walk-up window and outdoor dining to cope with pandemic restrictions. Natalie Grilli – Elephant Walk features Ethiopian and Northern Indian food. Joe Simon – ...
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City green-lighted project may tip scales for developers citywide

Joe Simon – This building at the corner of Erie and Michigan Ave. that houses a Lululemon store and more, aptly reflects the community’s character. Hyde Park’s organization supports development but ...
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Region’s response to health care for the homeless population is strengthened

The redesigned Center can surround residents with enhanced medical care, wraparound support, and community-connected programs. Photo provided. In a city that talks often about change, this is what ...
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An ambitious vision, the Triangle Trail would connect more than a dozen communities. It’s making progress.

This biking and hiking trail in Wyoming is an existing link of the proposed Triangle Trail. Joe Simon photo Cincinnati’s first-ring suburbs face challenges including changing demographics, economics, ...
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Where to eat well in Middletown

Brian and Tracy Teetzen own the Broken Barrel Bar and Grill and the Cracked Pot Cafe. They strive to perfect classics that appeal to Middie City patrons. Photo Angie Lipscomb. The Swire Inn general ...
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Greenhills: A New Deal historic landmark strives to attract new residents with community and safety

Joe Simon – Elliot Kugbe and wife Christelle moved to Greenhills because of the low crime rate. Joe Simon – Trees, yards, and greenspace were part of the Greenhills plan. Joe Simon – Much of ...
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Mill Creek: Far from dead, the urban waterway has potential for recreation throughout its course

Joe Simon – The Mill Creek at Twin Creek Preserve, Sharonville. Joe Simon – The confluence of the East Fork of the Mill Creek and the Creek's main branch. Joe Simon – Evidence of beaver activity on ...
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In North Bend, a tiny village has big plans for a riverfront park and historic site

KZF Design – A rendering of the park master plan. Joe Simon – The proposed park is on the Ohio, where the river makes a pronounced bend to the north. Joe Simon – William Henry Harrison's tomb is ...