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World-renowned POMPEII: The exhibition coming to Cincinnati

Contributed Cincinnatians will soon experience the sights, sounds and sensations of the 79 A.D. eruption of Mount Vesuvius that left a city frozen in time. “POMPEII: The Exhibition,” now open at Cincinnati Museum Center, brings more than 150 pric...

Cincinnati, Let’s Step Up! A Call to Action for Health and Wellness

After delving into the findings of the Cincinnati Public Health Department Community Health Needs Assessment 2023, it’s time for a wake-up call. According to the& Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, chronic health conditions are al...

Birthday Girl: Alma Lewis Hassell celebrates being 98 years young

By Gary S. Whitlow, TSD Photographer Margaret Hassell took a moment to reflect on the special day they had just celebrated – her mother, Alma Lewis Hassell’s 98th birthday. “We just want to say we’re grateful,” Margaret Hassell sai...

Earn $2,500 by reviewing dog movies for Pettable’s Love Your Pet Day

Contributed Your most loyal companion is probably sitting right next to you, with its cold nose and warm fur. Yes, we’re talking about your pet! For us at Pettable, Love Your Pet Day is a big deal, and we must celebrate! For the third year in...

Nigerian-born and Cincinnati-based singer-songwriter, awarded fellowship

By Olivia Stibbe& Communications Darkspark Deinfa Okoro, Nigerian-born and Cincinnati-based singer-songwriter, was hand-picked out of nearly 1,000 global applications to receive a fellowship award because of her desire to create positi...

Memphis Tigers complete dramatic comeback win over UAB, 106-87

When their backs are against the wall, it seems the Memphis Tigers basketball team plays their best. With their tournament hopes on the brink and after falling into a 22-point first half deficit against UAB, Memphis roared back in the second half to...

Lusheous Collection: Empowering black women in fashion

By Morgan Angelique Owens, Chief Creative Beauty Consultant Title: Renika Smiley, OwnerBusiness Name: Lusheous CollectionSocial Media Handles: @lusheouscollection on IG and Facebook Like Page search: Lusheous CollectionWebsite: www.lusheouscol...

Mayor Young: Memphis must show youth a ‘more hopeful path is possible’

In February, Memphis Mayor Paul Young participated in a Summit on Youth Violence hosted by STEM4US and the Memphis Islamic Center. After his initial remarks, Young participated in a conversation with MIC Director Talib Ibn Karim, which was recorded a...

Cincinnati Zoo breaks ground on largest urban solar array in U.S.

By Michelle Curley Communications Director& Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden& Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens broke ground earlier this month on a 2.8 MW Melink Solar array that will provide shade for cars and buses in...

There they go again – gut or shutdown DEI initiatives

By Rev. Norman Franklin Herald Guest Columnist Does America have a race problem? Is systemic racism permeating every fiber of the socioeconomic, sociopolitical institutions of America? Are race-based theories, particularly the Critical Race Th...

Withrow’s Rugby Team honored at basketball game

By Michael Mitchell The Withrow High School 2023 State Champion Rugby Team was honored, at half time of the Withrow vs. Woodward basketball game February 16 at Withrow. The state champs were also given their championship rings before a packed hou...

Uncork the excitement: 700 wines from 100 wineries at Cincinnati Wine Fest

Contributed Get ready to uncork the excitement at the Cincinnati International Wine Festival, the ultimate weekend of wine, happening from March 7th to 9th. We are back with a burst of flavor, fun, and philanthropy that will leave your taste buds...

From Dune: Part Two to Shogun: What to watch this weekend

Contributed Sit back and relax. The weekend is finally here and like always, we got you covered. After getting its release date pushed back from 2023, “Dune: Part Two” opens up this weekend. The highly anticipated sequel is gett...

Photos Surface of Missouri Governor Candidate at KKK Rally Giving Nazi Salute

Captured in 2019, this photo features Darrell McClanahan III alongside Thomas and Jason Robb, prominent figures within the Knights Party, during a KKK cross-burning event. This image, spotlighted by former Missouri Representative Shamed Dogan on soc...

TSD ON NEWSTANDS NOW: TSU grad makes history, Kappas make a St. Jude donation and Chuck O’Bannon makes a movie

Heads up, all you old-school newspaper fans: The latest PRINT EDITION of The Tri-State Defender is out now! If you’ve been paying attention, you know we’ve shifted away from a weekly print edition at the beginning of the year. We’re...