The Return of Schwartz's Point
In the heart of the city, near the northern end of a neighborhood, and at a peculiar crossroads, there was this great little jazz club.
It's back.
Music Hall's Bridge and The Neighborhood That Never Was
The elevated pathway from a parking garage directly into the back of Music Hall was once a lifeline for patrons. Now though, that bridge is dying and along with it: the notion of old “urban renewal” projects. Yet, despite a renaissance for both the historic building and surrounding area, many want to keep what others see as a barrier between pedestrians and the city around them.
Macaron Bar Complements a Revitalized City Identity
Macaron Bar brings something completely new and unique to not just a neighborhood or city, but the Midwest. This is the story of the men behind it, a bold idea and how they're giving back.
This is Cincinnati, not Cin-Vegas
About three months from now, the Horseshoe Casino will open in downtown Cincinnati. The third of four casinos in the state, the Horseshoe will be bringing with it a sign reminiscent of the neon clad Las Vegas strip. However, this is Cincinnati, NOT Cin-Vegas.
OTR Love Story
Andy had called me up the day before and told me his plan. In the heart of the historic city neighborhood, on the eve of the renovated Washington Park's opening, he would get down on one knee and propose to his girlfriend Janice.
Breweries Beneath the City Streets
There's no doubt that the city of Cincinnati has a rich and colorful history. The Federal government almost moved the capital here once, we're home to the first professional baseball team, Jerry Springer was once our mayor and the list could go on and on. One aspect of local culture and history that most seem to overlook though is beer!
The Clyffside and Kauffman Breweries
Steve had been kind enough to invite us along for more secret tunnels and forgotten breweries. A couple weeks ago he let me tag along while he and a group of volunteers worked on preparing the former Crown Brewery for this years Prohibition Resistance Tour. This week, Seicer and I were meeting up with him and his crew outside the former Clyffside Brewery in the heart of Over-The-Rhine.
The Schmidt Brothers/Crown Brewery
Not many people realize the proud beer brewing tradition that once dominated Cincinnati. Over The Rhine not only received its name from its large German population, but those same immigrants brought along their taste for good beer.
Forgotten Cincinnati Part 2: Talking about Trespassing on TV and Final Friday.
The day before it was cold, but beautiful. I got let out of class early, the sun was shining and the river was near flood stage so I grabbed the camera and went down to sawyer point to snap some photos and go for a jog.