Leyla Shokoohe

Cincinnati

Communications Director, Cincinnati Bar Association and Cincinnati Arts and Culture Journalist at Freelance

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Cincinnati Bird Rescue Launches Virtual Duck Adoption Program

3 weeks ago | citybeat.com | Katherine Barrier |Leyla Shokoohe

Cincinnati’s Longbottom Bird Rescue is continuing its mission to save ducks across the city with its virtual duck sponsorship initiative, allowing you to “adopt” one of its feathered residents. Executive director Jimmy Longbottom launched the virtual adoption/sponsorship program in 2024 to help support rescue and care efforts throughout the year.
The Anti-Robot Army Infiltrates the Contemporary Arts Center This Spring

3 weeks ago | citybeat.com | Leyla Shokoohe |Noah Moore

The Anti-Robot Army is invading the Contemporary Arts Center this April. Helmed by the Robot himself — alias Pablo Wright — the Anti-Robot Army is an ongoing art project contemplating the power of propaganda and programming. The project uses stickers with bite-sized messaging to redirect your attention and snap you out of the haze of robot-like late-stage capitalism. The exhibition, called Program or Be Programmed, is a retrospective of the Anti-Robot’s work.
The Anderson Ferry Is Still Afloat

4 weeks ago | cincinnatimagazine.com | Leyla Shokoohe

Cincinnati isn’t the only waterbound city in the country to have a ferry—Seattle has one, and Chicago, too. But for Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky residents, the Anderson Ferry is truly one of a kind. The only such transportation to exist in the Greater Cincinnati region, the privately-owned Anderson Ferry shuttles passengers, vehicles, and more, rain or shine, 364 days a year (they’re closed on Christmas Day) across the Ohio River.
A Contemporary Renovation in Wyoming

1 month ago | cincinnatimagazine.com | Leyla Shokoohe

Address: 27 Walnut Ave., WyomingPrice: $1,650,000Nestled in the quaint village of Wyoming sits a meticulously renovated historic home that offers a perfect blend of 19th century character and modern living. Originally built in 1880, the property underwent a comprehensive restoration that literally preserved its historic foundation, while creating a contemporary family residence. This Queen Anne-style home was taken down to the studs and rebuilt over the course of 14 months.
A Former Toy Company’s Residence in Walnut Hills

1 month ago | cincinnatimagazine.com | Leyla Shokoohe

Address: 2150 Alpine Pl., Walnut HillsPrice: $785,000Tucked away on a side street just behind Eden Park, 2150 Alpine Pl. is as quirky as its former occupants. Originally built in 1921 as a single-family bungalow, this residence was most recently home to toy company BangZoom, followed by a marketing agency. Still zoned for commercial, residential, or mixed-use, conversion is the name of the game at this home, where the blend of features both new and original make it a special find.
This Room Is Going Green

2 months ago | cincinnatimagazine.com | Leyla Shokoohe

While Clifton typically calls to mind historic homes built before the turn of the last century, Bridget and Chris Hachfeld’s charming 1953 Mid-Century Modern ranch will make you think twice. Tucked off a private drive on McAlpin Avenue are eight such homes, all built by the McAlpin Realty Company. Bridget purchased the house, which had sat vacant for several years, in 2015. “It didn’t have what I would consider amazing curb appeal when I bought it,” she says.
Chuck Scheper, Covington businessman and former mayor, named Great Living Cincinnatian

Nov 30, 2024 | cincinnati.com | Leyla Shokoohe

Leyla Shokoohe | Special to The EnquirerGreat Living Cincinnatians are recognized for their business and civic attainment on a local, state, national or international level; leadership; awareness of the needs of others, and distinctive accomplishments that have brought favorable attention to their community, institution or organization. The 2025 honorees are: Jim Anderson, Dolores Lindsay, Chuck Scheper and Geraldine "Ginger" B. Warner. Chuck Scheper is a grateful man.
Dolores Lindsay, founder of the HealthCare Connection, named Great Living Cincinnatian

Nov 30, 2024 | cincinnati.com | Leyla Shokoohe

Leyla Shokoohe | Special to The EnquirerGreat Living Cincinnatians are recognized for their business and civic attainment on a local, state, national or international level; leadership; awareness of the needs of others, and distinctive accomplishments that have brought favorable attention to their community, institution or organization. The 2025 honorees are: Jim Anderson, Dolores Lindsay, Chuck Scheper and Geraldine "Ginger" B. Warner. At 87, Dolores J.
Jim Anderson, former Cincinnati Children's board chair, named Great Living Cincinnatian

Nov 30, 2024 | cincinnati.com | Leyla Shokoohe

Leyla Shokoohe | Special to The EnquirerGreat Living Cincinnatians are recognized for their business and civic attainment on a local, state, national or international level; leadership; awareness of the needs of others, and distinctive accomplishments that have brought favorable attention to their community, institution or organization. The 2025 honorees are: Jim Anderson, Dolores Lindsay, Chuck Scheper and Geraldine "Ginger" B. Warner. One hundred and three.
BLINK: Don’t Miss It

Oct 1, 2024 | cincinnatimagazine.com | Leyla Shokoohe

Oktoberfest, Opening Day, the WEBN fireworks on Labor Day—certain annual events are established traditions in Cincinnati, and BLINK quickly earned its place on that list. The nation’s largest public art and light festival is poised for even more success in its fourth iteration October 17-20 at 7-11 p.m. each evening. Executive Director Justin Brookhart is now in his second turn at the helm.