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Ohio data centers growth reshape state economy as infrastructure surges

Article Summary Ohio data centers are reshaping the state economy through massive investment, job creation, and infrastructure expansion. The industry supported more than 95,000 jobs by 2024 and boosted Ohio’s GDP from $4.7 billion in 2017 to over $11.8 billion. Major firms like AWS, Meta, Vantage, and Cologix are building multi-billion-dollar facilities, turning Ohio into…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 26, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati’s rising startup scene fuels growth in AI and PropTech innovation

Article Summary Cincinnati’s startup scene is gaining momentum with growth in AI, PropTech, and tech events. Local organizations like CincyAI and the University of Cincinnati’s 1819 Innovation Hub support entrepreneurs through mentorship, workshops, and networking opportunities. Startups such as CommercializeIQ and 80 Acres Farms highlight the city’s emerging innovation ecosystem. At the same time, events like…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 26, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati employment growth outpaces Columbus in jobs and GDP

Article Summary Cincinnati employment growth has outpaced Columbus in both jobs and GDP, according to a 2024 forecast by Huntington Bank. Greater Cincinnati’s workforce reached 1.16 million, slightly above Columbus’ 1.15 million, while its GDP hit $198 billion compared with Columbus’ $182 billion. The region’s diverse economy—including healthcare, logistics, manufacturing, and corporate headquarters—drives these gains. Cincinnati’s broad…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 25, 20260Comments

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Green Cincinnati Plan shows strong progress despite reduced federal support

Article Summary The Green Cincinnati Plan continues making strong progress despite reduced federal support. More than 85% of the plan’s 130 actions are underway or completed. Local funding, community partnerships, and strategic planning are driving progress. Projects include renewable energy expansion, recycling programs, and environmental justice initiatives. City leaders emphasize that much of the plan’s…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 22, 20260Comments

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Jobs in demand Cincinnati: Data shows where employers are hiring in 2026

Jobs in demand Cincinnati continue to shift as local labor data shows specific growth areas. The jobs in demand Cincinnati workforce shows definite pockets of strong hiring, even as overall job growth softened nationwide in late 2025. Employers in healthcare, construction, logistics, administrative support, and advanced industries are actively recruiting amid shifting labor trends. According…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 22, 20260Comments

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Ohio cellphone ban shows early impact in Cincinnati schools

Article Summary Ohio’s cellphone ban is changing school life in Cincinnati. Effective January 1, 2026, the statewide law restricts student phone use during the school day. Cincinnati Public Schools, which previously implemented Yondr pouches, report increased student focus and engagement. Teachers notice fewer distractions, while parents express mixed reactions, supporting focus but raising safety concerns.…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 21, 20260Comments

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Is Cincinnati a walkable city?

Article Summary Cincinnati’s walkability is mixed. The city averages a Walk Score of about 49, meaning most errands require a car, but downtown neighborhoods like Over-the-Rhine, the Central Business District, and Corryville are highly walkable. Outside the urban core, walkability drops, especially in suburban areas. Residents and advocates praise central neighborhoods but call for better…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 20, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati warming center opens on MLK Day amid dangerously cold forecast

Article Summary Cincinnati opened a warming center on Martin Luther King Jr. Day as dangerously cold temperatures and near-zero wind chills affected the region. The Cincinnati warming center operated at the St. Anthony Center in Over-the-Rhine from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., offering meals, transportation, clothing, and support services. Additional recreation centers served as warming…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 19, 20260Comments

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GOP pushes housing bills and local police ICE cooperation in Kentucky legislature

Article Summary Kentucky Republican lawmakers are advancing housing and ICE bills during the 2026 legislative session in Frankfort. Proposed housing measures aim to boost affordable housing, rehabilitate vacant homes, and ease zoning restrictions, addressing a statewide shortage of more than 200,000 units. Separately, GOP lawmakers are pushing legislation requiring local police and state agencies to…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 18, 20260Comments

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Ohio Is Winning the Business Race — Cincinnati Is Falling Behind

Article Summary Ohio continues to rank among the most business-friendly states in the nation, earning top-tier national marks for infrastructure, cost of doing business, and economic development performance. However, recent job losses in the Cincinnati metro suggest that local conditions are diverging from the state’s broader success. Analysts point to public safety concerns, unclear economic…