🎸 Cincinnati songwriter Jess Calaway turns personal pain into musical connection. After a decade-long hiatus from music, this California native rediscovered her voice at local open mics, gradually building confidence to perform her original songs. Though she's experienced gender bias in predominantly male music spaces, Calaway has found strength in Cincinnati's supportive community of female musicians. Her emotionally raw songs explore grief, trauma and addiction, aiming to help listeners feel less alone in their struggles. Currently, she's producing new singles featuring local collaborators and planning a live EP for 2025.
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🎵 Cincinnati musician Aimee Jo balances motherhood and music with grace. The singer-songwriter has transitioned from performing 20-40 gigs annually to focusing on songwriting while navigating life as a new mom since August 2023. Despite fewer performances, she finds joy in creating music and participating in writer's rounds. Aimee Jo hopes to inspire other parent-musicians, emphasizing that "cruising" rather than speeding through one's musical journey is sometimes necessary. Fans can look forward to her new single releasing before summer and potentially an album in 2026.
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💰 Cincinnati faces $27 million budget deficit without burdening taxpayers.Councilman Mark Jeffreys proposes smarter alternatives to drastic federal spending cuts through three strategic approaches. His plan targets irresponsible property owners, seeks reimbursement for services the city provides that should be state responsibilities, and recommends combining city services for greater efficiency. By implementing measures like charging vacant property owners, establishing "lift fees" for non-emergency calls, and consolidating parks management, Cincinnati could save millions while maintaining service quality. Jeffreys emphasizes these common-sense reforms would demonstrate good stewardship of tax dollars while improving residents' quality of life.
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