Ohio in Toni Morrison’s Words
As much as Ohioans like me and others want to claim Morrison, her words belong to the world.
Ode to Cleveland
A poem by Ava O'Malley
My Aunt, the Ghost of Kirtland Ohio
Some twenty-five miles east of Cleveland, ghost hunters in the small, leafy town along Lake Erie tell stories about the “Veiled Lady of Kirtland.”
Down in the Description
A poem by Jeanette Beebe.
I Need to Find My Folks in Mapleton
A poem by Gary Moore.
Play Like a Girl: A Graphic Memoir [Excerpt]
Exclusive excerpt from Misty and David Wilson's new book "Play Like a Girl: A Graphic Memoir," out on September 26th from HarperCollins!
Learning Democracy with Cincinnati’s LGBTQ Community
The turnaround in Cincinnati can serve as an inspiration.
Great Circle Earthworks (Newark, Oh.)
A poem by Daniel Wolff.
What Does Police Accountability Even Mean?
On the surface, “police accountability” sounds innocuous enough - even progressive. But “accountability” connotes much more than actions and consequences. And in the context of a police state, true accountability would require a complete cultural and political shift.
Voter Registration and Turnout Efforts Ramp Up in Ohio
After the registration deadline, advocates will try to boost turnout. They’re urging people already to make plans for voting and check out how.
The Gritty, DIY World of Lawn Mower Racing
The niche, grassroots sport has a global presence, but it was born in the Rust Belt.
How Some Communities are Monitoring Their Own Air Quality
In Ohio, local advocacy groups are using low-cost sensors to gather information.