As a digital news publication covering underreported and underrepresented local people, places and things, we encourage you ...

Soapbox was honored to be recognized for Best Graphic Design / Navigation for digital media. Soapbox managing editor Patrice Watson was named First Place in Ohio. The award is in recognition of ...

Upon accepting the 1932 Democratic nomination for president, with the country mired in the third year of the Great Depression, Franklin Delano Roosevelt promised "a new deal for the American people." ...

Choice. Innovation. Community support. Lifelong learning. Not many major cities can describe their education systems with these powerful words. Partnerships begin with world-class universities and ...

Earlier this fall, Soapbox highlighted the economic impact that nonprofits make in the Greater Cincinnati area. The macro-level financial influence that 501(c)(3) organizations are certainly an ...

The concept of a town’s third places – that is, places outside of home and work that are significant to its residents – was first coined by sociologist Ray Oldenburg in his 1989 book, The Great Good ...

Iris Simpson-Bush has been involved with the Marathon since its planning stages, as a volunteer and board member before taking over the executive director’s job in 2002. Under Iris’ direction, the ...

Topping nationwide lists for "most affordable," "best rehab market" and "most livable," Cincinnati has become an increasingly popular destination for both young professionals and growing families.

One of Cincinnati's oldest neighborhoods, Hyde Park, has become a favorite among young professionals. Hyde Park Square has evolved to become a thriving hub of activity while still preserving its ...

Located in the center of Hamilton County, Springfield Township is home to more than 36,000 people. The township includes the communities of Finneytown, Pleasant Run Farms, New Burlington, and other ...