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Development Boom in Cincinnati: Who Benefits and Who’s Left Behind?

Cincinnati has experienced a notable development boom in recent years, with new projects transforming the city's landscape and economy. From revitalized neighborhoods to burgeoning business districts, the city appears to be on an upward trajectory. However, this growth raises critical questions about who truly benefits and who may be marginalized in the process. The Boom:…

BycinciexchangeMarch 18, 20250Comments

Sports

Bengals Release Germaine Pratt: What His Departure Means for Cincinnati

The Bengals release Germaine Pratt news hit on June 9, ending a key chapter in Cincinnati’s recent football history. After six seasons, 665 tackles, and a playoff-defining interception, the veteran linebacker is now off the roster — and the implications are clear. A Leader Lost, A Door Opened Germaine Pratt wasn’t just another linebacker.…

BycinciexchangeJune 9, 20250Comments

Business

Wawa’s Cincinnati Expansion: What the 50‑Store Boom Means for Local Convenience Culture

Wawa Cincinnati expansion kicked into gear this week as the Pennsylvania-based convenience chain announced plans to open 50–60 stores in Ohio over the next 5–8 years, starting with locations in Liberty Township, Fairfield, Edgewood, and Newport. With a $375 million investment and 2,100 new steady jobs projected, here’s why this matters for Greater Cincinnati. Why…

BycinciexchangeJune 9, 20250Comments

News Politics

Cincinnati’s FY26 Budget Plan: Potholes, Parks, and Homeless Support

Mayor Aftab Pureval has unveiled the proposed Cincinnati budget FY26 , and it’s clear one priority stands out above all: basic needs. With new funding from the recent sale of the Cincinnati Southern Railway, the administration is tackling infrastructure, parks, and homelessness head-on — all while funding new public services hires. Cincinnati Budget…

BycinciexchangeJune 9, 20250Comments

Business

StandardAero Brings 300 New Aerospace Jobs to Cincinnati’s Sharonville Campus

StandardAero , a major engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) firm, is adding 300 full-time positions at its Sharonville facility — marking its third significant expansion in Greater Cincinnati. The expansion adds 120,000 sq ft of leased space, bringing the total campus footprint to nearly 11 acres and swelling the local workforce to…

BycinciexchangeJune 9, 20250Comments

News Politics

Cory Bowman’s Mayoral Run Shows Grassroots Momentum in Cincinnati

While voter turnout in the recent Cincinnati mayoral primary may have been historically low, one candidate’s message still managed to rise above the noise — and the silence. Cory Bowman, a West End business owner and community advocate, brought more than a campaign to the race. He brought a movement, Cory Bowman for…

BycinciexchangeMay 8, 20250Comments

Lifestyle News Sports

The Flying Pig Marathon Is More Than a Race — It’s a Cincinnati Celebration

The Flying Pig Marathon isn’t just a race — it’s a tradition, a homecoming, and for thousands of runners each spring, it’s the most exciting weekend in Greater Cincinnati. And after picking up my race packet today at the Northern Kentucky Convention Center , I can confirm: the Pig is back, and it’s bigger…

BycinciexchangeMay 2, 20250Comments

Lifestyle Real Estate

Corporex Ovation Opens Its Doors: A Bold Vision for the Newport Riverfront Comes to Life

You don’t usually expect a construction tour to feel like a grand opening — but at Ovation in Newport, that’s exactly what it was. I walked the site this morning during a hardhat tour with Corporex and left convinced: this is no ordinary development. It’s one of the most ambitious urban projects the region…

BycinciexchangeApril 30, 20250Comments

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Business Politics

Can Ohio Be a Leader in Digital Innovation? Why FIT21 Could Help

Earlier this year, a 73-year-old woman in Hamilton County lost over $41,000 to a cryptocurrency scam involving a Bitcoin ATM. Thanks to quick action by the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation, most of the funds were recovered. But incidents like this are increasingly common—and not everyone is so lucky. As digital assets like cryptocurrency and…

BycinciexchangeApril 18, 20250Comments

Sports

Are the Cincinnati Reds Finally for Real?

After years of frustration, fire sales, and false hope, the Cincinnati Reds have landed somewhere they haven’t been in a while — competitive. Hovering around .500 in mid-April, fresh off a sweep of the Pirates, the Reds are showing signs that maybe, just maybe, this team is starting to click. Yes, they just…

BycinciexchangeApril 17, 20250Comments

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