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Cincinnati’s railway trust hits nearly $1.9B - continues to outperform projections even as city struggles to increase the pace in spending its annual returns

The Cincinnati Southern Railway Trust, created after city voters decided to sell the railroad to Norfolk Southern in 2023, now has a balance of $1.89 billion, up from the $1.6 billion sale price.

Year to date, the trust is up 3.16%. Its annualized performance has been 9.79% since its inception in March 2024. That rate of return is well over the 5.5% target return each year.

The trust provided the city $56 million to spend in fiscal year 2026, which ends June 30. So far, the city has signed contracts or encumbered $20.7 million of the work and spent $7.8 million.

The city continues to look at other ways to get the money out the door so citizens see results, he said. “We are not where we want to be in terms of spend,” Bowers said. “The process is not set up to be fast.”

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u/fuggidaboudit — 1 day ago
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The 13 worst men’s college basketball coaching hires of this century

Not my content - from an unsolicited substack roundup I received - thought it might incite some good offseason discussion.

I was able to read this link for free from the email, but lemme know if this paywalls and I'll take it down.

FWIW (and spoiler alert), as a Hoosier fan, I thought Archie Miller would be more than happy he didn't make this list.

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u/fuggidaboudit — 6 days ago
▲ 88 r/cincinnati

He almost quit on his first day. 48 years later, this Norwood man is still working with his brother at Skyline

At different points during their shifts, the Junkers both tell me they had terrible first days. Because when they started at the Skyline in Norwood, there was a General Motors facility nearby. And on payday, the restaurant was always packed.

It was Doug’s first job, and he tells me he wanted to quit. 

“I’m glad I didn’t,” Doug said.

Because at different points during their shift, again, they both tell me the same inspirational quote: “If you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life.”

There's wisdom in that, but who you work with might be just as important. The Junkers are living proof.

“It’s been a great 48 years,” Doug said, arm around his brother. “And we’re looking forward to the next 48.”

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u/fuggidaboudit — 6 days ago
▲ 54 r/cincinnati

Iconic Cincinnati music venue rebranding 2 months after mass shooting ............... as Annie's.

As posted on Facebook:

Well its out there now. Bittersweet moment for me, Riverfront Live has certainly had its highs and lows. Met so many amazing people and bands. But it is with great pride and excitement that we announce that RL is now 

Annies Music Center.

The old Annie's had a history of being the afterparty spot with a bit of a rough reputation. Jordan had changed the venue's name to Riverfront Live hoping to separate it from that reputation.

cincinnati.com
u/fuggidaboudit — 8 days ago
▲ 197 r/cincinnati

Northside tenants launch union demanding safe, affordable housing

Residents rallied Monday on Chase Avenue, announcing the launch of the Chase Ave Tenants Union and demanding their property management team finally address long-standing issues, including mold, broken radiators, gas leaks and pest infestations.

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u/fuggidaboudit — 9 days ago
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The race across the river becomes a full-tilt race to the bottom: Thomas Massie-supporting Hold The Line PAC - linked to Jan. 6 rioter Derrick Evans - attacks opponent's Jewish donor as “LGBTQ Mafia”. "Say no to the Freaks. If Gallrein wins, the weirdos take over."

Singer, who is Jewish, is a hedge fund manager with a net worth estimated at $6.7 billion,and a prominent supporter of pro-Israel causes.

According to NPR, “While Singer has long been active in GOP politics, he has also been deeply involved in another cause — gay marriage. His son and son-in-law were married in Massachusetts in 2009. And over the course of many years, Singer has given more than $8.5 million to the cause.”

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u/fuggidaboudit — 10 days ago
▲ 88 r/cincinnati

The owners have curated more than 1,800 rock and pop songs from the 1960s through the 1980s — from the Beatles, Temptations, Marvin Gaye, Elvis Presley and Elton John to Credence Clearwater Revival, Queen, Styx, Fleetwood Mac, The Eagles and Eric Clapton.

The 140,000 listeners also hear songs recorded at Cincinnati’s King Records and Fraternity Records labels by the Lemon Pipers, James Brown, Lonnie Mack, Starstruck (“Black Betty”) and others.

“The station is 100 percent programmed locally. You’re not going to get that from Cumulus (owners of WARM98, WGRR-FM and 92.5 The Fox) or iHeartMedia (owners of WEBN-FM and KISS 107.1), which basically have one play list nationally for each of its formats,” Ziesmann says.

u/fuggidaboudit — 18 days ago
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From the press release:

Just months after opening to the public, Elm Street Plaza invites community members and convention center visitors to deepen their engagement with public art through the installation of four new permanent sculptural works. Conceptualized and created by local artistic organizations AGAR and Black Art Speaks (BAS), along with local artists Jason Snell and Luke Lehenbauer, the new artworks further establish the plaza as a cultural destination in the heart of Downtown Cincinnati.

Well before the creation of Elm Street Plaza, part of the First Financial Center’s $264 million historic reimagining, King Records’ legacy of rhythm, resilience and revolutionary spirit was memorialized at a monumental scale by world-renowned artist Tristan Eaton. Eaton’s 18,000-square-foot mural on the side of the 84.51° headquarters pays homage to the diverse spectrum of music rooted in Cincinnati, featuring larger-than-life legends who influenced genres and generations worldwide. Together, Eaton’s mural and the four new sculptures help transform Elm Street Plaza from a shared gathering space into a distinctive cultural landmark within.

“Elm Street Plaza represents the kind of civic canvas we love to activate, where art, environment, and community energy come together in a way that feels uniquely Cincinnati,” said Andrew Salzbrun, Managing Partner at AGAR. 

“3CDC and the City of Cincinnati have created a model for integrating public art into civic spaces in ways that are accessible, intentional, and reflective of the community,” Alandes Powell, President & CEO of Black Art Speaks, said. “Black Art Speaks is proud to be part of that vision, ensuring artists and stories rooted in this city are visible at the scale they deserve.”

Elm Street Plaza connects the convention center with the surrounding district in a new and dynamic way, inviting thousands of annual event and conventiongoers to step outside and immediately experience Cincinnati’s vibrancy, community and thriving arts culture.

“This collection of outdoor public artwork pays tribute to Cincinnati’s rich creative arts legacy while underscoring its vibrant future and collaborative spirit,” said Christy Samad, Executive Vice President of Civic & Commercial Space Activation for 3CDC. 

u/fuggidaboudit — 22 days ago
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Sorsby's decision to seek treatment, according to sources, came in the wake of the discovery of Sorsby making thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a gambling app, which jeopardizes his eligibility with Texas Tech.

The NCAA is investigating Sorsby's gambling, according to sources, as the organization forbids athletes from betting on both college and pro sports.

u/fuggidaboudit — 24 days ago