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Barry Bates Helps Clients Find Their ‘Why’ in Real Estate Article by Rob Pasquinucci | Photography by Bonnie Phillips A cozy corner for kids to open presents on Christmas morning. A quiet backyard garden to cultivate a hobby. An investment property to build wealth. For Barry Bates, real estate is more than buying and selling houses, it’s a chance to elevate lives. “By understanding their unique goals, I guide my clients toward opportunities that align with their dreams,” Bates said. He works...

Life + Culture

Steps of Strength

Evan’s Journey and the Heart Behind Hyde Park Blast Article by Heather Spinks | Photography by Bonnie Phillips When you hear Evan’s story, you realize quickly: it’s not just about a diagnosis. It is about how strength, faith, and love from family, friends, and an entire community can lift someone through the hardest battle of their life. Just over a year ago, Evan was like any other 19-year-old. A freshman at the University of Cincinnati, working two jobs and full of dreams. But when he...

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Revved Up

Cincinnati Concours d’Elegance Celebrates 47th Year of Premier Classic Car Show to Benefit Juvenile Arthritis Article by Tera Michelson | Photography by Gary Kessler/Kessler Photography The Cincinnati Concours d’Elegance is ready to roll into the blooming gardens of historic Ault Park with 250 collector vehicles. Now in its 47th year, it is the premier classic car show event of its kind—a full weekend of events ramps up to the internationally recognized fundraiser for Juvenile Arthritis on...

Life + Culture

Six Men, One Mission

Transforming Communities in Cincinnati Article by Heather Spinks | Photography by Bonnie Phillips De’Mico Coleman | Outreach Director & Life Coach De’Mico Coleman is the Outreach Director at Queen City Church and a life coach for the Men’s Transformational Recovery Program at City Gospel Mission. Through his work, he leads initiatives that bring practical support and care to people across Cincinnati, while helping men in recovery rebuild their lives through personal growth and faith...

Home Services

Windows of Opportunity

WOW Windowboxes Provides Charming Curb Appeal to Brighten the City Article by Bill Furbee | Photography by Corrie Schaffeld/Business Courier + Provided From Music Hall to suburban side streets, countless Greater Cincinnati buildings deliver charming curb appeal, thanks to attractive window boxes and the flowers and decorative plants contained within. Many of those enhancements have been installed and maintained by the aptly named WOW Windowboxes company. “We service about 1,500 to 2,000...

Life + Culture

The Women Changing Cincinnati

7 Women, 7 Legacies: The Cincinnati Trailblazers You Need to Know Article by Heather Spinks | Photography by Bonnie Phillips Katie Nzekwu | Co-Executive Director of Found Village Katie Nzekwu knows firsthand the power of being seen, believed in, and supported. At 15, she found herself in juvenile detention, questioning her worth. But a village—her grandmother, her community—helped her rewrite her story. Today, as the co-executive director of Found Village, she’s doing the same for...

Local Services

Our Favorite Neighborhood Spots for Patio Dining

Where to Enjoy Al Fresco Dining This Spring in Cincinnati Article by Rob Pasquinucci After months of ice, snow, rain, and even a few polar vortices, Cincinnati gets that first day of warm air. Windows are opened to usher in a gentle breeze, and you can catch a whiff of spring blooms in the air. That’s when favorite neighborhood restaurants pop open umbrellas and welcome guests to dine al fresco. Hyde Park, Oakley, and Pleasant Ridge have great outdoor dining within a short stroll. Here are a...

Finance + Legal Services

Goals and Guidance with Christina Duffy

Smart Approaches to Financial Planning That Add Up Article by Bill Furbee | Photography by Bonnie Phillips Talking about money can feel personal and even a little vulnerable. That’s why Christina Duffy, a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services, Inc. and Hyde Park resident, believes the key to financial confidence starts with finding someone you trust.  Whether you're just starting to think seriously about your finances, have some experience but want to sharpen your strategies, or feel...

Food + Beverage

The Local’s Guide to a Spring Picnic

Everything you need for the perfect picnic at Ault Park Article by Heather Spinks | Photography by Bonnie Phillips If you're a Cincinnati native, one clear sign that spring has arrived is the familiar urge — or invitation — to have a picnic. For those living in Hyde Park, a picnic isn't complete without the best local bites from Hyde Park Fine Meats & Seafood to fill your basket before heading to the beautiful scenery of Ault Park. For residents of the area, a picnic is more than just a...

Food + Beverage

Strawberry Cheesecake Danishes

Embrace the flavors of spring with these easy, flaky pastries. Article by Heather Spinks | Photography by Bonnie Phillips Each season brings new elements — changing weather, new clothes, adjusted AC settings at home, and most of all, fresh seasonal foods at the store. One of spring's most popular in-season foods is strawberries. While they’re available year-round, spring is when their flavor is at its peak — sweet, juicy, and irresistible. A great way to enjoy this natural treat is with a...