Ohio City

The last leg: Crews resume work on the final stage of Towpath Trail extension
The last leg of the Towpath Trail, due to be completed next year, pays homage to Cleveland's role in the Civil War, industrial,  and railroad histories at nearly every turn.
Clean Sweep: Annual RiverSweep practices social distancing, promotes neighborhood cleanups
Canalway Partners organizers encourage people to clean up their own neighborhoods in honor of this year's RiverSweep.
Culinary Crisis: Chef Karen Small’s Flying Fig opens for business as she ponders the future
Flying Fig owner and executive chef Karen Small feels the pain local restaurants have gone through with the COVID-19 shutdown, but is trying to learn some long-term lessons on the journey back to success.
Bottoms up! Couple starts nonprofit cocktail delivery business to aid frontline workers
Dave Ocker and Kyah Fernandez lost their restaurant jobs after COVID-19 hit. But saw it as an opportunity to start a nonprofit cocktail delivery company that benefits first responders on the frontline.
Manufacturing Alliance ‘in this together’ for PPE sourcing and creation
MAGNET and the the Ohio Manufacturing Alliance were quick to form the Ohio Manufacturing Alliance after Governor DeWine put out the plea for help in creating Personal Protective Equipment to fight COVID-19 in Ohio. The alliance uses its collective innovation prowess to speedily produce much-needed equipment. 
COVID-19 Rapid Response Fund announces fifth round of relief grants
Greater Cleveland COVID-19 Rapid Response Fund coalition announced a fifth round of weekly grants to 11 Cleveland-area nonprofit groups, totaling more than $498,000.
#EatForCLE: Social movement highlights the plight of local eateries, encourages support
The effects of COVID-19 are hitting the local restaurant industry hard. Two firms teamed up to spread the word and share the stories of seven chef/owners.
Covid-19 Rapid Response Fund divvies up nearly $493,000 among 12 groups this week
A fourth round of weekly grants totaling $492,713 for 12 Cleveland-area nonprofit groups was announced Friday, April 17, by the Greater Cleveland COVID-19 Rapid Response Fund coalition.
Photo essay: Scenes From a Silent City#COVID-19
The streets of Cleveland are strangely quiet in midday during the coronavirus crisis, as seen in these eerie images.
Harnessing digital technology to support #CLE refugees in the face of coronavirus#COVID-19
Cleveland refugee leaders and service providers are turning to social media and animation to translate coronavirus health safety warnings for new arrivals who don't speak English.
#PeopleofCLE: Chad, a teacher in love with nature
"Through high school, whenever I just needed some space, that’s where I would go … to the woods."
Bullet holes by the Burning River: Great Lakes Brewing unveils a modern remodel in historic location
Great Lakes Brewing Company has completed its most extensive renovations since the Ohio City landmark opened in 1988.
24 Hours in #CLE: DJ personality Rachel Hunt lines up her perfect day in the city
A connoisseur of Cleveland, networking whiz Rachel Hunt shares some of her favorite spots for eating, drinking, shopping and just hanging out in our town.
Those who know: Diehard Clevelanders share tips on how to find those unique local gifts
We always have trouble finding the right presents to complete our holiday shopping list, so we asked some diehard Clevelanders to share their go-to gifts with us. Unsurprisingly, they all suggested locally made items.
More Clevelanders have no beef with growing vegan options
New restaurants featuring vegan cuisine are opening regularly in Cleveland, as a plant-based diet gains followers for ethical, environmental and health reasons.
LISTEN --> FreshFaces Podcast: Tom Gill of Urban Community School
Check out our new episode of the FreshFaces podcast featuring Urban Community School president Tom Gill.
Robots are on the rise, and that's actually good for Cleveland manufacturing workers
Robots are here, though it doesn’t mean they’ll take all our jobs. But the work is changing. Manufacturing jobs in particular are becoming more high tech, creating demand for workers who can use both their minds and their hands.
Saucy Brew Works' pint glass runneth over in Ohio City, so they're expanding to Independence
Saucy Brew Works has been so successful in Ohio City that they are building a new brewpub in Independence.
PRE4CLE makes preschool a priority in Cleveland
PRE4CLE is all about preparing preschoolers for kindergarten, which studies show pays dividends down the road. As the organization reaches the five-year mark, it has much to celebrate but also decisions to make about where to go next.
Opportunity zones were designed to spur development in poor areas. Are they doing the job?
Opportunity zones supposedly were intended to be good for investors and poor neighborhoods alike. Two years after their creation, the benefits for all city residents are still in dispute.