The Short History, and Long Legacy, of The Original Bat Roller Coaster
Many rides have come and gone at Kings Island over the years, such as the Sky Ride, the Antique Cars, and the Son of Beast. However, none is more lamented than the original Bat. That roller coaster...
The idea of a stadium on the riverfront in Cincinnati dates back to at least 1939, though oddly it was a football-only venue city planners had in mind. Even stranger, Cincinnati’s last pro football...
The Story Behind the John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge
Along with the Carew Tower and the Tyler-Davidson Fountain, it’s one of Cincinnati’s most important and recognized symbols and it’s the one that figuratively and literally connects Cincinnati with ...
A Brief History of the Cincinnati Gardens
It was the home of the great Oscar Robertson and the NBA's Cincinnati Royals and later the Slammers of the Continental Basketball Association. It was home to the American Hockey League's Cincinnati...
National Chili Day is a Little Different in Cincinnati
Cincinnati is steeped in German heritage, yet it’s most famous and unique dish comes from Slavic Macedonians, with roots in Northern Greece, who arrived in the Queen City starting in the late 180...
The Story of the Carew Tower is no Tall Tale
Though it’s no longer the tallest building in town, Carew Tower is still one of the most recognized buildings in Cincinnati and an important part of the city’s history. The ‘20s were still roaring ...
