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From Italy to Alsace: Exploring Gewurztraminer’s diverse profiles
Despite the overly German name, Gewurztraminer originates from Italy. Gewurztraminer is both early budding and early ripening. Best suited to cooler climates that allow the grape to ripen slowly. The…
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Judge Cheryl D. Grant to be inducted into MLK College of Ministers and Laity
Contributed Judge Cheryl D. Grant has been selected to be inducted into the 40th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. College of Ministers and Laity in the Martin Luther King International Chapel at Morehouse College in Atlanta during the Collegium of Scholars Benjamin Elijah Mays Crown Forum at 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 2. The invitation…
Mission trip to Nairobi: Fostering connections and transformation
By Pauline Van der Haer My heartfelt thanks to you for your prayers and sponsorship for my  mission trip to Nairobi, Kenya, which I just returned from, July 4. It was a journey that deeply touched my heart and affirmed God’s incredible work across time zones and cultures, in and among His people. I…
Cisero Murphy: The black pool player who conquered the shadows
A black man found his angle and racked up victory at the pool table. Cisero Murphy was a professional pool player. He made history by winning world and national championships. Murphy grew up in Brooklyn, New York in 1935. He dropped out of high school and worked as an auto mechanic. Joined a gym ran…
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Decades of policy failure: The crisis behind the crackdowns
Urban communities have lived for centuries under America’s knee—its selective version of “law and order†pressed firmly on their necks. This chokehold has never been only physical; it’s been enforced…
Cincinnati needs state support to combat rising crime rates
By Linda Matthews, Contributor This past Friday, I obtained a first hand look at the challenges of our city from the eyes of a Cincinnati police officer. It was very…
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UC research links childhood trauma, tobacco exposure
By Ashley Meriano A new study reveals a troubling connection between adverse childhood experiences and children’s…
From red carpets to runways: Black celebs redefine summer style
While the world has been caught up in chaos—from political madness to climate extremes—Black celebrities reminded…
Free resources for Ohio schools to support students with asthma
By Janye Killelea, American Lung Association The start of a new school year can bring a…
TOUCH launches Black Health Hub on Martha’s Vineyard
Contributed by TOUCH The Black Breast Cancer Alliance ANNAPOLIS, MD – TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer…
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Cincinnati Reds face critical stretch with playoffs in sight
With 31 games remaining and just ten series to go, there is absolutely zero time for this Reds team to waste. Tough decisions have to be made, the hot bats need to stay in the lineup, and for crying out loud-get…
Reds GM Nick Krall deserves apology for trade deadline moves
As the trade deadline came to a close, many fans were in an uproar as big…
Cincinnati Reds capitalize on Mets’ losing streak
Just when I thought about waving the white flag and declaring it football season, the Mets…
David Parker II honors father’s legacy in Hall of Fame induction speech
Contributed  COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. — Dave Parker’s likeness was all over the place for Hall of…
Cincinnati Reds must act now to avoid missing playoffs
While it might just be August 4th, the Cincinnati Reds are truly running out of time…
Reds must go all-in: Time to buy at the deadline
By now, I am hoping you are reading this and the Reds are already buying and…