For Cleveland artist Nehemiah Spencer, trauma became part of the story but never the story of his art
Star of the short film “Fire Lily,” Spencer returns to his hometown as dancer in bloom.
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TRG Multimedia tempting filmmakers from Hollywood to Northeast Ohio
“I don’t know if there’s anywhere from New York to Chicago that offers the sheer capabilities that they do, so to not have to go out of state or long distances for shoots and have that in our backyard is pretty incredible.”
The girls who survived
Ohio’s residential treatment centers left them with trauma and questions. The friendships forged inside helped them heal and find answers.
The Movie Nerd Report: Cleveland-filmed movie debuts this week
“Buddy” is a horror comedy filmed around Northeast Ohio.
Trump’s trade war with Canada could rattle economy in Ohio, other states with key Senate races
Ohio exports a number of goods to Canada and the tariffs could become an issue locally in the Buckeye State.
An urban vineyard in Cleveland’s Hough neighborhood produces wine, second chances
“If we were to say Château Westlake or Château Solon, nobody would have raised an eyebrow. We say Château Hough and people do a double take. What we’re basically saying is that the land we occupy in Hough is just as valuable to us as the land the people in Hunting Valley occupy.”
Ghost Market offers Cleveland vendors more than a table — it curates safe spaces for creatives
If you’re working tirelessly at creating the things you love to share or sell to others, Ghost Market co-founders Tess Pell and Anna Matisak have created a traveling space for aspiring vendors like you.
