Travel

Now For a Limited Time: SUMMER

There’s So Much Fun to Be Had! Get Out and Explore and Do Everything—But Play It Safe. Article by Chris Sherritt It’s not a far stretch to say life is all about human connections and unforgettable experiences. With the heart of the warm-weather season already here, now’s the perfect opportunity to get with your people and get going . Head to the beach or backyard, bbq joint or local blues festival, and make the most of your summer.  But here’s a friendly reminder that as enjoyable as...

July 2024

Food + Beverage

Local Experiences

High Spirts: Scenic Rooftop Bar Spots Article by Courtney Kraemer Bishops Quarter This Loveland rooftop boasts outdoor dining, ample seating and live music.  BishopsQuarterBar.com Cooper Island Rum Rooftop Bar Great panorama of downtown Milford? Perfect while indulging in fine spirits.  CincinnatiDistilling.com Vista at Lytle Park Savor city views from the roof, plus signature cocktails and culinary creations.  VistaAtLytlePark.com Overlook Kitchen + Bar From Summit Hotel’s...

July 2024

Food + Beverage

Nothing’s In the Water

It’s All Natural For These Local Entrepreneurs and Their Bottled Water Article by Pamela McWhorter | Photography by Provided How can you take some of the world’s best water and make it even better? Former Procter and Gamble colleagues Erik Loomis (a Loveland resident) and Satinder Bharaj, PhD, say they’ve found a way, and it’s called Pahhni® Premium Alkaline Water. Their startup business—which springs from the award-winning waters of the Great Miami Buried Valley Aquifer in Hamilton, Ohio—has...

July 2024

Home + Design

Everyday Escape

Exploring the Possibilities for Creating a Personalized Family Retreat Article by Jill Clark | Photography by Matthew J. Capps You might be satisfied with your patch of grass, but are you open to exploring ways to maximize your yard’s full potential? Think (dream!) about how much more that space could be—now, are you ready for some tempting ideas? If so, Donnie Powell of Finer Lawn & Landscaping is in the business of delivering stunning outdoor transformations that set the stage for making...

July 2024

Home Services

Cleaning Up, Nicely

Rolling Suds Helps Neighbors Look Their Best Article by Bill Furbee | Photography by Matthew J. Capps Greater Cincinnati just got a whole lot cleaner, and Rolling Suds—one of the country’s largest commercial and residential power washing companies—just got even bigger, with the help of three new franchise owners to serve Loveland, Symmes, Deerfield and beyond. Rolling Suds’ power wash methods and superior equipment allow service technicians to reach up to five stories high to clean office...

July 2024

Food + Beverage

Quench That Thirst

Magnolia Springs Hosts Summer Fundraiser Benefitting Alzheimer’s Article by Carly Tamborski Beat the heat with Magnolia Springs Loveland as they host their annual Lemonade Stand Fundraiser in late July, benefiting the Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Cincinnati.  “We do some great fundraisers throughout the year, but our annual lemonade stand is among the most simple and perfect,” says Debby Farmer, Community Resource Director. This assisted living and memory care community boasts nearly...

July 2024

Sports + Recreation

A Stroke Above The Rest

Discover the Good Life at O'Bannon Creek Golf Club Article by Lisa Fletcher | Photography by Matthew J. Capps Talk about a whole new level of fun right in your own backyard—summer is in full swing at O’Bannon Creek Golf Club ... and it’s calling you. This private, member-owned Loveland golf club is idyllically situated on 187 acres off Route 48 near Goshen, offering a park-like course with scenic wood-lined fairways. It’s truly a hidden gem ... nestled back into the trees, away from homes and...

July 2024

Food + Beverage

Picnic Perfect

Your Outdoor Dining Adventure Is Calling, and It’s Demanding Chicken Salad Article and Photography by Stephanie Meinberg What’s better than dining al fresco? The fresh air, the sunshine, the summer breeze (before the sultry, humid heat of late July/August descend). Whether impromptu patio picnic or full-blown basket-and-blanket affair, there’s simply nothing like a meal out of doors. Even better? There’s one place with everything you need to pack and please—Castle Prime Meats.  “But wait,”...

July 2024

Food + Beverage

Local Experiences

Taco Time: Tasty Fare for the Guys Article by Courtney Kraemer J’s Fish Tacos Perfect draft or DORA companion, right on the bike trail.   Facebook.com/JsFishTaco/   Chilango Fresh Mexican Street food faves for delivery, takeout or patio dining post-golf. ChilangoMexican.com   Golden State Tacos Dare to be bold? Sink your teeth into their Wood Grilled Octopus Taco. GoldenStateTacos.com   Condado Tacos Elevate your happy hour or boy’s brunch at one of four locations. ...

June 2024

Entertainment

(Not) Quiet on the Set

Residents Rally Behind Loveland’s First Independent Filmmakers’ Showcase Article by Jill Clark | Photography by Matthew J. Capps An inspired idea can blossom into something extraordinary when it’s nurtured by a passionate community. The upcoming Loveland Shorts Film Festival is proof, thanks to the community spirit rallying behind one resident’s vision.  Gary Giver, local and Loveland Stage Company board member, dreamed up the concept for the city’s inaugural film festival. “I was looking for...

June 2024