The St. Elizabeth Cardiac Surgery Care team offers insights into the expertise and quality of care at St. Elizabeth Healthcare. The cardiac surgery team includes Mario Castillo-Sang, MD, George Christensen, DO, Mickey Ising, MD, James Locher, MD, Michael Kasten, MD and Juan Penaranda Canal, MD. Q: The St. Elizabeth Healthcare heart surgery program is nationally […]
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CORA and MadTree Brewing Gear Up for the Third Annual Bike & Trail Expo
On any given weekend, the trails of Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky hum with activity—mountain bikers carving through wooded singletrack, hikers exploring nature preserves, and families discovering new outdoor adventures. But before these trails became beloved community assets, they were just ideas—visions brought to life by dedicated volunteers and passionate outdoor advocates. That passion takes […]
Momentum builds for SparkHaus
Northern Kentucky’s new startup hub, SparkHaus, is on track to open its doors this summer. With renovations underway, the former Sims Furniture Building in Covington is being transformed into a dynamic workspace designed to provide a home and community of support for new area businesses. The 47,000 square feet of space features more than 170 […]
Brand Fusion Brings Startups and Major Brands Together at TQL Stadium for Dynamic Networking and Innovation
Each fall, the top startups from across the country come to Cincinnati to connect with leading brands in their industry at an event called Brand Fusion. During the event, 50 startups met with around 40 major marketers like Procter & Gamble, Kroger, Ford, Fifth Third, and FC Cincinnati. The event draws brand marketers and venture-backed […]
A Mediterranean Diet Promotes Good Heart Health
You may have heard about the Mediterranean Diet – or you may even know a friend or family member who’s following it. Have you wondered what all the buzz is about? We recently sat down with Amaninderapal Ghotra, MD, a Cardiologist at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, to dive into the details of this heart-protective lifestyle and […]
Kentucky’s investment in small business fuels growth
One reason Kentucky is experiencing the strongest economic growth in its history lies in its commitment to supporting and growing small and innovative businesses across the commonwealth. With the state government’s focus on Kentucky business, more resources are available to small businesses and startups than ever before. Within the state, the Cabinet for Economic Development […]
Back in the U.S.S.R.
Imagine Greater Cincinnati cut-off, surrounded and pummelled by air and artillery day and night for nearly two and a half years, its citizens without utilities and food, where pets became sustenance. In the Summer of 1941 Adolf Hitler turned his Nazi war-machine eastward toward the Soviet Union and Leningrad (today St. Petersburg) — a thriving […]
Covington Life Sciences Partners innovates research and development
Covington Life Sciences Partners, led by Christin Godale, is transforming Northern Kentucky into a hub for life sciences innovation by providing startups and entrepreneurs with the critical infrastructure and support they need to thrive.
Kentucky’s economic success paves the way for future growth
Kentucky’s Governor Andy Beshear has led the state to its best period of economic success in its history, with over 1,000 private-sector new-location and expansion projects totaling over $35 billion in announced investments, creating more than 59,000 jobs.
David Szeremet’s heart journey: From marathon runner to heart surgery survivor
David Szeremet, a 56-year-old runner, was diagnosed with a rare life-threatening condition called endocarditis, which required a new heart valve, and after undergoing cardiac rehab, he is now back to his active lifestyle.

