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UrbanUp by Sherman Cahal
Latest Blog Entries
To the top at Queen City Square's tiara
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June 17, 2010 | 5 comments
A while back, I was given permission to access Queen City Square to photograph the tiara and other construction developments on the city's tallest structure. The first trip had to be postponed midway through because of high winds, but the second trip proved to be more fruitful. I was able to ride the exterior elevator to the top and climb scaffolding for these photographs, which provide a unique view of the skyscraper and downtown. It will be even more impressive when the tower is complete. read more »
Cincinnati's Ride of Silence
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May 20, 2010 | 0 comments
Over 700 cyclists are killed each year while riding. Most of them occur in our cities, and suburbs. With this ride, we hope to educate motorists that cyclists have the legal right to the road and to watch out for us. read more »
53 views of Queen City Square
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May 13, 2010 | 0 comments
Photographing Queen City Square from the bottom to the... 10th floor! read more »
Conaton Learning Commons at Xavier University
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May 12, 2010 | 3 comments
One of the fringe benefits of working for Xavier University is the access that I am allowed to photograph the ongoing construction projects. Yesterday was a faculty- and staff-only tour of the Hoff Quad, specific to the Conaton Learning Commons. We began in Magis Plaza, which features three-story floor-to-ceiling windows, rich woodwork and flexible learning space. read more »
Cincinnati Bike to Work Month
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April 23, 2010 | 0 comments
It's spring, and what better way to celebrate the warmth and good vibes than with [b]Bike Month 2010[/b] in Cincinnati, Ohio? Queen City Bike released a list of events and services for the month of May that will cater to both the casual and experienced cyclist. read more »
Xavier University April updates
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April 23, 2010 | 2 comments
I love working for a university that is undergoing such rapid change to embrace the needs of a modern, 21st-century campus. With these latest construction projects, just as part of the Hoff Quad, the university is expanding its available floor space by nearly 30%. The new dormitory and dining complex, which is not part of the Hoff Quad, is bigger than the Hoff Quad buildings combined. read more »
First Impressions: Senate
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April 15, 2010 | 3 comments
The word on the street is that the new Senate Restaurant in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine is the hip, urban, cool eatery everyone should head to and rave about. Located at 1212 Vine Street across from competitor Lavomatic, the Senate offers American fare -- specializing in hot dogs, and a lengthy drink menu. read more »
Spring in northern Kentucky and Cincinnati
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March 31, 2010 | 0 comments
The weather has been spectacular as of late. Infused with warm, sunny days upon the arrival of spring and the occasional downpour, I decided to spend some time photographing northern Kentucky and Cincinnati, Ohio from various vantage points, and cover Walnut Hills. read more »
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New residence and dining hall
May 12, 2010
Xavier University is currently constructing a new residence and dining hall at the corner of Herald and Ledgewood Avenues in Cincinnati, Ohio. read more »
Newport, Kentucky
March 29, 2010
Newport, Kentucky, located along the banks of the Ohio and Licking rivers in Campbell County, is a 3.5-square-mile city home to 17,000 residents. The ... read more »
New residence and dining hall
March 22, 2010
Xavier University is currently constructing a new residence and dining hall at the corner of Herald and Ledgewood Avenues in Cincinnati, Ohio. read more »

Local News
Push on to preserve Ludlow history
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April 26, 2010 at Cincinnati Enquirer
Dozens of boxes with artifacts from Ludlow's 146 years of existence sit under lock and key in the city's possession. The city council and some residents hope to start a historical society so this history can see the light of day and more can be collected. read more »
Lincoln Heights: A village that was meant for more
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April 26, 2010 at Cincinnati Enquirer
In the middle of Hamilton County, a few steps from upscale communities like Wyoming, Glendale or Evendale, Lincoln Heights is the county's poorest municipality. A place with a shrinking population, little to no business development and aging housing stock. read more »
Turning trash into treasure
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April 21, 2010 at Lexington Herald-Leader
Thursday marks the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, so everyone should know by now that recycling is good for the environment. But here's something you may not know: it's good for your wallet, too. read more »
Council rejects ban on streetcar funding
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April 19, 2010 at Cincinnati Enquirer
Cincinnati City Council today rejected an effort to ban all future funding for a multi-million dollar downtown streetcar system. read more »
State backs loan for Vernon Manor remake
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March 29, 2010 at Cincinnati Enquirer
The redevelopment of the former Vernon Manor Hotel took a step forward Monday, after the Build Cincinnati Development Fund was awarded $4.5 million from the Ohio Enterprise Bond Fund and has been recommended for a $3 million Urban Redevelopment Loan. read more »
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