The 17STRONG Neighborhoods Microgrant Program in Hamilton accepts applications for projects that improve the community. Grants range from $500 to $2,500.

As reported by USA Today, Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park in Hamilton is running for the title of the top sculpture park in the U.S. Voting is open until February 17.

Hamilton County plans to buy land near Paycor Stadium for extra parking and tailgating space, facilitated by the Bengals forgoing $30 million in payments.

Cincinnati Children's is partnering with New Richmond Schools to open a health center at New Richmond Middle School by the 2025-26 school year, aiming to serve over 1,000 students.

GE Aerospace Foundation programs in San Francisco, like Cincinnati's Engineering Academy at UC, help students like Kallab Hailu Abebe pursue careers in engineering, offering practical experience and community collaboration opportunities.

The University of Cincinnati's 1819 Innovation Hub partners with Kinetic Vision to offer engineering co-op students a five-day boot camp for hands-on experience in industry-relevant skills.

The University of Cincinnati's Alex Mejia received the Presidential Early Career Award, honoring his contributions to inclusive engineering education.

Cincinnati's ACT for Cincy initiative aims to reduce gun violence through public health strategies and collaboration, focusing on community well-being and policing tactics.

UC civil engineering student Alex Woodall merges infrastructure with public service in his career path, gaining hands-on experience through co-op programs and aiming to influence public policy.

The Middletown High School band and cheerleaders traveled to D.C. to perform at the inauguration parade at the invitation of Vice President-Elect JD Vance.

Hamilton is surveying residents on federal fund allocation for the 2025-2026 Action Plan, focusing on housing, economic growth, and neighborhood improvements.

Southwest Ohio's tech scene saw a boost with high-tech seminars, hackathons, and a Microsoft announcement at the 1819 Innovation Hub, enhancing local expertise and innovation.

UC News reported that in 2024, the University of Cincinnati's Ground Floor Makerspace significantly contributed to various fields, from airport safety to education.