November 2025
Features
Why It Feels So Hard to Buy a House and How You Can Make It Easier
All over Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, home prices have soared in recent years, with the Cincinnati metropolitan area experiencing some of the largest price spikes in the country in 2022 and 2023.
How Selling One Residence Led to Three New Ones
Ditching the empty nest led to more adventures for this homeowner.
Market Moves: The New Dream Home
A challenging lot from Cincinnati’s Land Bank proves just right for an architect and his family.
Market Moves: The New Downsizing
Trading suburban life for an urban rowhouse brings more freedom and new community.
David Pepper’s Novel Pivot From Politics to Fiction Writing
The former elected official and party leader changed careers to become a full-time writer. He may have more political influence now.
Frontlines
Richard Pitino Is Xavier’s Newest Musketeer
The new men’s basketball coach on joining the family business, his sense of humor, and how he feels about Cincinnati chili.
New Legislation Puts Stress on Cincinnati’s Museums and Libraries
In the face of massive funding cuts, cultural institutions in Cincinnati are sounding the alarm—and the community is answering the call.
Radar
When Joe Leonard Crashed a Flying Saucer into Kings Island
How the local theater designer brought a dark sci-fi coaster to life in 1996.
Cincinnati’s Boss Babies are Taking Care of Business
The city’s youngest entrepreneurs are building brands, selling handmade goods, and inspiring a new generation of makers.
Columns
Editor’s Letter: November 2025
Editor-In-Cheif John Fox on the stages of homeownership.
Dine
Pennyflower Bistro & Bar Blooms Downtown
Chef Jacob Benavides combines colorful history, local flair, and comfort food to create a unique and lively menu.
Mellotone Beer Project Hits the High Notes
Craft brews and a unique modern menu make OTR’s newest brewpub sing.