November 2019
Features
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The History Behind Ohio and Northern Kentucky’s Friendly Rivalry
Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky have shared, swiped, traded, bargained, and blamed ever since the first settlers drifted down the Ohio River.
How a Local Family Found Itself at the Center of the National Covington Catholic Controversy
When Michael Hodge and his family found themselves at the center of an internet firestorm, they made something good out of all the negativity.
My Life as a Kentucky Buckeye
Raised in Northern Kentucky with a majority of my adult life spent in Ohio, which side do I tie my identity to?
Four Locals On Why They Chose to Live on Their Side of the Ohio River
Four locals explain why they chose the side of the river they’re living on and what it means to them.
Political Trends in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky Are Headed in Opposite Directions
As Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati have grown similar in many ways, one stark difference stands out: politics
How Business Is Handled on Both Sides of the Ohio River
From liquor sales to local government, here are some nuts and bolts differences in how Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati take care of business.
The Battle of Over-the-Rhine and Covington
These little economic engines chug along on both sides of the river, but who will come out on top?
Northern Kentucky University Is Making a Name for Itself
The major players in higher education locally have long been the University of Cincinnati and Xavier University, but NKU is proving itself a force to be reckoned with.
Kentucky and Ohio Chefs Explain What Sets the Cuisines Apart
One region is known for Southern comfort food; the other for its ethnically diverse melting pot. Both thrive on seasonal produce from local farms.
How Do Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati Schools Measure Up?
Education in Ohio and Kentucky has its share of challenges, but we’re putting the spotlight on successes.
A Look at Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky by the Numbers
Who are those people on the other side of the Ohio River? Turns out we’re more similar than different, but those differences are dramatic.
Can You Tell Which Side of the Ohio River You’re on Based off These Photos?
Are you in Cincinnati or Northern Kentucky? Take our quiz to see if you can identify these locations and their side of the Ohio River.
Kroger Is Primed for Battle
Amazon might be the champion of e-commerce, but Cincinnati’s largest corporation has a few tricks up its sleeve—it won’t give up without a fight.
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Frontlines
It’s a Season of New Blood for Local Men’s College Basketball Coaches
When new coaches take over established basketball programs, there’s a learning curve. But UC’s new head man John Brannen already knows his market.
Verna Williams Is the First African-American Dean of UC’s Law College
The Harvard Law School graduate has had a rich career of public service, including arguing and winning before the Supreme Court.
The Straight Street Hill Climb Rewards Finishers With Brats and Beer
The annual fund-raiser has offered a sort of self-torture for more than 40 years.
How to Best Enjoy the Cincinnati Zoo’s Festival of Lights
The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden will once again twinkle with holiday lights and displays starting Nov. 16 for its 37th annual Festival of Lights.
The Cincinnati Art Museum’s Conservation Efforts Are an Artform in and of Themselves
This 19th century umbrella stand is a prime example.
Dr. Know: Cincinnati’s Thanksgiving Day Race, Sawyer Point’s Bicentennial Bricks, and O’Bryonville’s Official Borders
The good doctor holds forth on troubling issues, including the history of Cincinnati’s Thanksgiving Day Race, how to find a Bicentennial Brick at Sawyer Point, and O’Bryonville’s lack of municipality.
Radar
Petoskey Is Michigan’s Biggest Small Town
This charming bay-side town offers plenty of opportunity to explore, relax, and unwind.
This Elaborate East Side Mansion Has Been Impeccably Updated and Maintained
A stunning stained glass dome, a nine-car garage, heated laundry room floors, and a massive fountain make this California, Ohio, home stand out.
Style Counsel: This Local 13-Year-Old Is a Fashion Designer and Entrepreneur
She has a thing for pattern mixing, and her custom fanny packs are available on Etsy.
How One Couple’s Housewares Brand Helps Adoptive and Foster Families
Kristina and Jeff Jones created Pure & Spotless Goods to create a community for foster and adoptive parents.
Columns
Editor’s Letter, November 2019: We’re All in This Together
Ohio? Kentucky? While there are plenty of things that divide us, we’re all still neighbors, y’all.
My Freelance River Dance
Working as a full-time freelance writer is a negotiation between effort and luck.
What’s With Glendale’s Giant Squirrel Statues?
You might know that Glendale is home to a population of black squirrels, but did you know it’s also home to giant fiberglass squirrels?
Dine
Orchids at Palm Court Balances Tradition With Transition
One of Cincinnati’s most iconic restaurants draws on its rich history while moving into the future.
Social OTR’s Job-Training Program Is Also a Darn Good Restaurant
Social OTR serves up a 12-week training program that aims to fill gaps in local kitchens (and delivers tasty food in the bargain).
The Fairfield Market Wants to Be All Things to All People
It’s a coffeehouse, a deli, a boutique, a bar, neighborhood gathering spot, and workspace away from your office. What is this, heaven?
Dark Star Hot Sauce Heats Things Up In the Best Way
Hunter Thomas, owner of Padrino and 20 Brix, is on the quest to build a better sriracha.
This Flaming Cocktail Is the Perfect Drink to Share with Friends
Kaze’s Scorpion Bowl throws it back to the post-war tiki craze—everything old is new again.
Tableside with Chef Soleil, Founder of Soleil Kitchen
The MORTAR grad, who’s now operating from Findlay Market, looks ahead as her private chef, meal-prep, and catering business grows.