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^That would make too much sense.

Cincinnati USA Partnership makes top 10 list Business Courier of Cincinnati - by Lucy May Senior The Cincinnati USA Partnership has been named one of the nation's top 10 U.S. Economic Development Groups of 2007 by Site Selection magazine. The Greater Akron Chamber of Commerce also made the cut, and the Wayne Economic Development Council in Wooster, Ohio, got an honorable mention. "We are absolutely thrilled," said Doug Moormann, vice president of economic development for the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber, which houses the partnership. "It is great recognition for us and our partners and really for the region." Read full article here: http://cincinnati.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/stories/2008/04/28/daily44.html

Bill to crimp payday lenders House version sets 28% cap; now on to Senate BY JON CRAIG | [email protected] http://news.enquirer.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080501/NEWS01/805010336 COLUMBUS - The Ohio House passed one of the toughest payday-lending bills in the nation Wednesday despite last-minute political jockeying that nearly derailed it. The state legislation would set a 28 percent cap on annual interest and fees on payday loans, blamed for contributing to a steep rise in consumer debt, bankruptcies and home foreclosures in Ohio. However, there's still time for lobbyists and legislators to change House Bill 545 as it gets debated in the Ohio Senate, starting next week.

Tied the series up 2-2 last night. Was anyone there? Curious to know what the attendance was.

^So you see nothing wrong with this industry, huh? Free Market, right! This country is in a mess right now due to irresponsible lending practices that DO take advantage of people who in reality are not ready, able, or in a position to pay back these loans.

Couldn't resist! I have followed this guy since Alabama. I would love to see him play here. Alexander a Bengal? BY MARK CURNUTTE | [email protected] Shaun Alexander, cut loose by Seattle less than two weeks ago, will be contacting his favorite boyhood team, the Bengals. At least the Bengals will have a chance to talk about it. “Making calls to teams. Bengals are on our list!” Jim Steiner, Alexander's agent, told The Enquirer in an e-mail Wednesday. Coach Marvin Lewis said the team is optimistic that tailbacks Rudi Johnson (hamstring) and Chris Perry (ankle, lower leg) will return to health and the field in 2008. There is depth with Kenny Watson. There is the untapped potential of DeDe Dorsey, who has been a regular during the offseason at the facility. Full story: http://news.enquirer.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080430/SPT02/304300094/1062/SPT

Not to downplay the previous 16 murders so far this year, but why do you suppose these things tend to start happening more often when the weather begins to break? This is the 4th one since April 22. This is a typical "Downer" thread, yet relevant to the city's pulse. Man shot dead in Corryville THE ENQUIRER http://news.enquirer.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/AB/20080430/NEWS01/304300057/ CORRYVILLE – Cincinnati police combed the area of Corry Street and Eden Avenue after a man was shot to death Wednesday evening. The shooting was reported around 9:20 p.m.

Queensgate coal plant set BY LISA BERNARD-KUHN | [email protected] A London-based company that specializes in clean coal technology is planning to build it first U.S. facility along the banks of the Ohio River here. Vertus Technologies Limited, a subsidiary of London-based Nviro Cleantech, has signed a 25-year contract with Cincinnati Bulk Terminals, LLC, to install and operate a facility designed to remove pollutants from coal prior to its combustion. Read full article here: http://news.enquirer.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/AB/20080430/BIZ01/304300106/

Payday lending bill passes House BY JON CRAIG | [email protected] http://news.enquirer.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/AB/20080430/NEWS01/304300129/ COLUMBUS – The Ohio House passed one of the toughest payday lending bills in the nation Wednesday despite last-minute political jockeying that nearly derailed it. The state legislation sets a 28 percent cap on annual interest and fees on payday loans, blamed for contributing to a steep rise in consumer debt, bankruptcies and home foreclosures in Ohio. However, there’s still time for lobbyists and legislators to change House Bill 545 as it gets debated in the Ohio Senate, starting next week.

haha, Devastatin Dave!!! Yikes!

Vertus bringing 'clean coal' technology to Cincinnati Business Courier of Cincinnati - by Lucy May Vertus Technologies Ohio will open its first commercial coal-scrubbing operation in the U.S. at Cincinnati Bulk Terminals in Queensgate, launching a new green industry for Cincinnati and unlocking broader opportunities for Ohio coal. Vertus, a subsidiary of Nviro Cleantech plc, inked a 25-year deal with Cincinnati Bulk Terminals, which will help Vertus procure and handle raw coal and then transport the clean coal fuels to clients in the region. Vertus expects to start operations here by year's end with seven employees and grow to between 25 and 30 people within five years, said President Kenneth Hughes. Read full article here: http://cincinnati.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/stories/2008/04/28/daily37.html

Sunbury interviews four firms for project Sunday, April 27, 2008 By RANDY NAVAROLI, ThisWeek Staff Writer Sunbury officials moved a step closer to adopting a master plan for the community April 22 when they interviewed four firms vying for the project. Sunbury village administrator Dave Martin said the master plan once again is being sought because of the village's anticipated growth in the years ahead. He said village officials last pursued a master plan in 2004. Martin said the panel of village zoning commission officials ranked the four competing firms after the meeting and selected Bird Houk Collaborative of Gahanna. The other three companies interviewed were Cincinnati-based Kinzelman, Kline and Gossman, McKenna Associates of Hudson, and Kleinger and Associates of Westchester. Those three firms were ranked second through fourth in that order. MORE: http://www.thisweeknews.com/live/content/sunbury/stories/2008/04/27/0427sumasterplan_ln.html

^Let's hope!

These types of businesses will not be missed in many parts of the state. Payday loans to be slashed THE ASSOCIATED PRESS http://news.enquirer.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/AB/20080430/NEWS01/304300024/ COLUMBUS, Ohio -- One of the nation's strictest crackdowns on payday lending set to pass the Ohio House Wednesday would slash customer charges to a fraction of current rates and limit borrowers to four of the short-term loans a year. Industry representatives say the proposal's cap of 28 percent annual interest undoubtedly would put lenders out of business. The businesses generally charge about $15 for every $100 borrowed on a two-week loan, which will be equivalent to a 391 percent annual interest rate. Under the 28 percent annual interest rate proposed, borrowers would owe about $2.50 for every $100 borrowed for two weeks.

I am all for protecting mother Earth and her people but this may be a thorn in the city's side when it would come to attracting business.

Showcase Cinemas outlets close THE ENQUIRER Showcase Cinemas outlets in Bond Hill and Erlanger closed today, with signs directing visitors to other Showcase locations. Spokeswoman Tracy King of National Amusements, operator of the Showcase chain, declined to comment. She said the company would issue a statement . The Showcase chain operates in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky at Kenwood Towne Centre, Cincinnati Mills, Springdale, Florence, Huber Heights, Western Hills, Milford and the Kings Island area. The company is scheduled to open a 16-screen Cinema de Lux theater in Florence in July. National Amusements, based in Dedham, Mass., operates more than 1,500 screens internationally under its Showcase, Cinema de Lux, KinoStar and Multiplex brands.

Enforcement blitz comes to Westwood BY KURT BACKSCHEIDER | [email protected] http://news.communitypress.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080425/NEWS01/804250453/1067/RSS1103 WESTWOOD - The city is launching a blitz strategy next month to address issues beleaguering the neighborhood like building code violations, crime and vacant lots. Westwood is one of three communities in which the city is implementing the Neighborhood Enhancement Program this year. The other two neighborhoods are Evanston and Clifton Heights/University Heights/Fairview.

Delta Queen loses House vote, prepares to exit cruise Business Courier of Cincinnati http://cincinnati.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/stories/2008/04/21/daily64.html?surround=lfn U.S. Rep. Steve Chabot, R-OH, blamed labor unions and partisan politics for a U.S. House vote this week rejecting an amendment that could have kept the Delta Queen riverboat from having to phase out its overnight cruise packages.

But now history is repeating itself - with a vengeance. That is a beeeoottch!!

How cool would it be to have an old fashioned height competition like the Chrysler/Empire state in the early 20th century with a new 5th/Race Tower and QCS. I know, it's a pipe dream but all it takes is Dahoney finding a new company wanting to relocate a HQ's here. Moving on at 5th & Race BY KEITH T. REED | [email protected] After waiting 10 years for a development of some sort to rise at Fifth and Race streets, the city of Cincinnati is looking for a new developer to build there. In a Thursday memo to the mayor and city council, City Manager Milton Dohoney Jr. said he was “aggressively pursue alternatives” after officially terminating the city’s contract at the site with developer Eagle Realty Group. In an interview this afternoon, Dohoney said he still envisions a “marquee” project there anchored by mid-priced housing that would attract young professionals. "To me, it’s a non-starter if it doesn’t have that in there. We need to have a housing option that is attractive and attainable for the young professional demographic,” Dohoney said, though he added the development did not need to be strictly residential. Read full article here: http://news.enquirer.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/AB/20080425/BIZ01/304250092/

I turned it off after John hung up. I knew what was coming after that.

Bring on the electric, hydrogen, solar, and other alternative cars that they have been telling us about for the past 25 years.

Give Willie Hell for putting the streetcar down when YOU are not on there. Seems to me, he sounds like he is for when he talks to you, but once you hang up, he goes right back to putting it down. Put him on the spot and ask why everyone on WLW is so Anti-Cincy. There is more to this city than just Kenwood. (which is extremely over-rated) AFTER SHOW: Nice work John!! This guy is clueless and never leaves Kenwood. He is stuck in a 90's

Are you going to be on?

^Agreed! Anyone have any ideas as to WHO would likely be the most influential person in power to maybe get something like this started? I mean mayors, senators, etc. Maybe even the current owners (in New Orleans) would be a good start obviously. They may like the idea since I am sure they are aware of the history of this ship with Cincy. I know I am thinking ahead and they may already have something else planned for it, but if this were to ever happen, NOW'S THE TIME.