NKY Thrives tells the story of people and initiatives that are transforming Northern Kentucky. Healthy, active people. Educated and empowered youth.
NKY Thrives tells the Northern Kentucky story: a narrative of creative people and businesses, new development, wonderful places to live and the best places to work in the country. Thriving businesses and career opportunities. A vibrant culture that energizes our community and brings us all together. These are the elements that exemplify Northern Kentucky. The website and online magazine are publis
hed monthly. Get NKY Thrives free in your inbox each month by signing up here. NKY Thrives is a collaborative effort of Northern Kentucky Tri-ED and Skyward and funded in part by the Northern Kentucky Fund of the Greater Cincinnati Foundation. Content is created and managed in partnership with Soapbox Media.
05/13/2025
Soapbox Cincinnati features partner content supported by Delta Dental Insurance Company Foundation with a profile of Cherry Health's Belknap Commons Dental Center that, that's open Tuesday and Thursday evenings and takes walk-ins regardless of ability to pay.
Cherry Health’s Grand Rapids Belknap clinic offers urgent dental care in the evenings, reducing ER visits and improving access for underserved and working patients.
05/08/2025
Soapbox CincinnatiCincy looks at the impact of the Catholic Archdiocese of Cincinnati's "Beacons of Light" parish-consolidation plan and its potential impact on African American parishes such as in the West End and Covington's .
05/02/2025
As part of its dental-health series supported by , Soapbox Cincinnati highlights the work , the nation's oldest independently operated health education center, does to encourage children's dental health.
McMillen Health’s Brush program equips families and educators with easy-to-understand oral health tools, transforming access in underserved communities.
05/01/2025
Looking for ways to revitalize your home? Join the panel discussion May 20 at in Kennedy Heights May 20 from 5:30-7 pm. Panelists include Christopher Kepes, AIA, , Andrew Schaub, AIA, , and Cynthia Williams, AIA,
04/30/2025
On Saturday, May 10, will host a 5K walk on Saturday, May 10 with the goal of raising $200K to fund its programs. Read about the organization's initiatives to support those with mental health challenges.
04/28/2025
The Lloyd Library and Museum, long heralded as a haven for scholarship, history, and artwork related to the natural and a "hidden gem" of Cincinnati, will soon embark on an architectural transformation devised by that will remove the "hidden" descriptor.
04/17/2025
Soapbox Cincinnati features Dr. Jessica A. Rickert, who made history in 1975 when she graduated from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry@ and became the first American Indian female dentist in the U.S.
A Grand Rapids native who built a longtime practice in Southeast Michigan and now lives in Traverse City, Dr. Rickert continues to lead efforts to close the oral health gap for Native communities. As Delta Dental of Michigan Anishinaabe Dental Outreach Specialist, she travels to all 12 Michigan reservations and Urban Indian Centers, raising awareness about preventive dental care.
With only about 400 American Indian dentists practicing nationwide — far short of the 3,000 needed for parity — Rickert believes change starts with visibility and education. That’s why her story is now featured in the newly enhanced Mitten Kids Dental Exhibit at the Grand Rapids Children's Museum, open through May 31.
04/10/2025
Hamilton County, Ohio - Government Commissioner Stephanie Summerow Dumas discusses the impact of federal, state, and county policies on the county's communities. The article is part of the Soapbox Cincinnati First Suburbs-Beyond Borders series in partnership with the , and .
07/03/2024
Supporting teens' mental health is paramount. Amplifying Youth Voices highlights the importance of addressing the problem, and seeking community-based answers.
During the summer months, it's important to keep kids learning. Here are five suggestions for educational, fun activities when school's not in session.
Soapbox Cincinnati caught up with Kim M. Webb, Executive Director at Emergency Shelter of NKY. We discussed misconceptions of homelessness and how their holistic programs help people recover. https://ow.ly/t3mB50RyvAc
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