The Strange Times Newspaper

22/05/2020

The last issue of The Strange Times Newspaper is now finished. Our work will still be featured here and on the website. We have greatly enjoyed this wonderful experience connecting with our fellow west siders. We hope you are all staying safe and healthy!

21/05/2020

Throughout all of American history, this country has persevered through many dark times. The COVID-19 pandemic will make this country stronger in the end.

Story by: Nick Sullivan and Emily Driehaus
Photo by: Joe Rich

Read more of our final story: https://thestrangetimesnewspaper.wordpress.com/2020/05/15/column-friends-family-share-stories-of-perseverance-throughout-history/

Photo courtesy of Joe Rich By Nick Sullivan and Emily Driehaus COVID-19 feels like a game changer — the world around us is closed, thousands are dying and we can’t even hug our loved ones for comfo…

20/05/2020

West Side Brewing offers ‘no touch’ beer delivery service for Cincinnati area since start of COVID-19 pandemic.
Story by: Jaclynn Ruberg
Illustration by: Nicole Fishburn

Read more: https://thestrangetimesnewspaper.wordpress.com/2020/05/15/west-side-brewing-extends-customer-base-through-delivery/

Photo Illustration by Nicole Fishburn By Jaclynn Ruberg Queue “U Can’t Touch This” by MC Hammer for West Side Brewing because they are succeeding in their ‘No Touch’ beer delivery. Taki…

19/05/2020

Inside the historic Engine 35 firehouse in Westwood, Nation Kitchen and Bar is set to open in a few months.

Story by: Emily Driehaus
Photo courtesy of Nation Kitchen & Bar (a rendering of Nation Kitchen & Bar’s Westwood location)

Read more: https://thestrangetimesnewspaper.wordpress.com/2020/05/15/nation-kitchen-bar-to-open-new-location-in-historic-westwood-firehouse/

A rendering of Nation Kitchen & Bar’s Westwood location set to open later this year.Photo courtesy of Nation Kitchen & Bar By Emily Driehaus In just a few months, west-siders will be able t…

18/05/2020

During quarantine, many have reflected on what this time means and how they will live their life differently when it’s back to normal. Check out this column for more insight.

“Every day is truly a gift, and life is too short to hold back.”

Story by: Kelly Lambers
Illustration by: Nicole Fishburn

Read more: https://thestrangetimesnewspaper.wordpress.com/2020/05/15/column-words-to-live-by-mean-more-in-this-time-than-ever/

Illustration by: Nicole Fishburn By Kelly Lambers There are certain sayings in life that we hear all the time: “everything happens for a reason,” “live each day to the fullest” and “don’t take anyt…

15/05/2020

WestSide Market, a monthly pop-up farmers market, is set to open on June 6 to continue to help out local businesses during this time. Check out this story and others in our final issue five on our website now.
Story by: Erin Gardner
Photo courtesy of WestSide Market

Read more: https://thestrangetimesnewspaper.wordpress.com/2020/05/15/westside-market-to-open-on-june-6-with-adjusted-measures-to-support-local-businesses/

Photo Courtesy WestSide Market By Erin Gardner Even though Krystle Gaiser, the production coordinator for the WestSide Market, answered questions over email, her enthusiasm about the west side is c…

11/05/2020

Given that Ohio is beginning to re-open, this will be our last week of The Strange Times Newspaper. Stay tuned for our final issue that comes out on Friday!

07/05/2020

Check out our latest column for tips to help make your quarantine workout a little better.

“Not only is running good for physical health, it has also been proven to be beneficial for mental health and provide stress relief — something we could all probably use right now.”

Story by: Emily Driehaus
Photo courtesy: Nicole Fishburn

Read more: https://thestrangetimesnewspaper.wordpress.com/2020/05/04/column-so-youve-started-running-during-quarantine/

By Emily Driehaus With the closure of gyms due to COVID-19, many have turned to running outdoors to get their doses of exercise. Not only is running good for physical health, it has also been prove…

06/05/2020

With so much free time, Wild Birds Unlimited general manager Chris Sweigard said its the perfect time to relax and reunite with nature.

“The birds just are a peaceful hobby, to bring them into your yard after a hard day’s work,” Sweigard said. “They kinda carry you through the seasons if you pay attention. Things are different every day.”

Story by: Nick Sullivan
Photo courtesy: Wild Birds Unlimited

Read more: https://thestrangetimesnewspaper.wordpress.com/2020/05/04/its-my-happy-place-wild-birds-unlimited-unites-customers-with-nature/

Courtesy of Wild Birds Unlimited By Nick Sullivan Sitting on his deck, Steve Bartholomew watched as an oriole flew into his blue bird box. “I haven’t seen the grosbeaks today,” he said, “but there’…

04/05/2020

All-girls high schools in Cincinnati are working together on a unique campaign to raise awareness and fundraising efforts for Catholic female education.

“The five schools have been planning the campaign since last fall and decided to continue amid the coronavirus pandemic.”

Story by: Erin Gardner

Issue four is out now!

Read more: https://thestrangetimesnewspaper.wordpress.com/2020/05/04/local-private-all-girls-high-schools-join-forces-to-raise-awareness-and-financial-support-for-catholic-education/

By Erin Gardner From May 4 to May 8, Mercy McAuley, Mount Notre Dame, Seton, Saint Ursula and Ursuline Academy, five all-girls Catholic high schools, are teaming up for a unique city-wide campaign …

02/05/2020

This global health pandemic is affecting many not only physically, but mentally, due to social distancing.
Story by: Kelly Lambers
Illustration by: Nicole Fishburn

“While these new ways of staying connected are not ideal or easily adaptable, the world must go on somehow.”

Read more: https://thestrangetimesnewspaper.wordpress.com/2020/04/27/column-the-underlying-crisis-of-increased-online-communication-during-covid-19-pandemic/

By Kelly Lambers People of every facet of life have been extremely impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. The ways we learn at school, work at our jobs and socialize with family and friends are all being…

01/05/2020

Cincinnati’s own major league soccer team, FC Cincinnati Academy, is engaging fans via Facebook since in-person sports have stalled for the time being.
Story by: Gus Schloemer

Read more: https://thestrangetimesnewspaper.wordpress.com/2020/04/27/comeback-halted-again-fc-cincinnati-athlete-jimmy-mclaughlin-talks-major-league-soccer-career/

By Gus Schlomer Sports have been bare over the past few weeks. Avid sports fans around Cincinnati and the world are all going through withdraws. Countless teams and TV Networks are re-airing g…

29/04/2020

Two Cincinnati residents opened a CBD shop to make an impact and save lives.

“[Our mission is to] empower consumers to take a natural approach to their well-being,” co-owner of LAMA Herbal Solutions, Maria Welsh, said.

Story by: Jaclynn Ruberg
Illustration by: Nicole Fishburn

Read more: https://thestrangetimesnewspaper.wordpress.com/2020/04/27/local-duo-opens-cbd-shop-to-empower-customers-save-lives/

By Jaclynn Ruberg “CBD saved my life.” These words stuck with one of the owners of LAMA Herbal Solutions, Maria Welsh. This powerful statement was a part of one of the countless stories the t…

28/04/2020

Community members from all over Cincinnati are using their skills to provide health supplies during this time. Sew Masks 4 Cincy and Northern Row Brewery & Distillery are among the organizations and businesses contributing their resources.

Story by: Nick Sullivan
Photo courtesy of: Mary Ellen Krommer

Read more: https://thestrangetimesnewspaper.wordpress.com/2020/04/27/community-contributes-talents-resources-to-high-demand-health-supplies/

Photo courtesy of Mary Ellen Krommer By Nick Sullivan Community members from around Cincinnati are using their skills to provide preventative health supplies to combat COVID-19. Joe Maas, part owne…

27/04/2020

The COVID-19 pandemic is starting to heal the environment.

“It will be interesting to look at how the environmental movement can draw comparisons with the human health effects of the coronavirus with the health effects of climate change and global warming,” Ryan Mooney-Bullock, executive director of Green Umbrella, said.

Story and photo by: Emily Driehaus

Check out our latest story here and the rest of issue three on our website.

https://thestrangetimesnewspaper.wordpress.com/2020/04/27/efforts-to-slow-spread-of-covid-19-also-have-environmental-benefits/

Photo by Emily Driehaus By Emily Driehaus It seems a little strange to worry about the environment in the middle of a global pandemic. However, environmentalists have noticed the measures put in pl…

23/04/2020

In light of final exams, The Strange Times' staff of college students has shifted its production schedule and will not be printing today. Beginning next Monday, April 27, we will publish stories and deliver print copies every Monday. Thank you for your continued support!

In the mean time, fill out the This or That board posted on our story and share with your friends.

21/04/2020

Quarantine has caused immense boredom, leading many to seek out new types of entertainment. Check out our latest column for what our Editor-in-Chief recommends.

Illustration by: Nicole Fishburn
Story by: Nick Sullivan

https://thestrangetimesnewspaper.wordpress.com/2020/04/16/column-avoid-board-games-with-these-six-family-friendly-alternatives/

Illustration by Nicole Fishburn By Nick Sullivan You’ve exhausted your resources, burned through every board game on the shelf. Even the kids have reached their capacity with LIFE, a seemingly impo…

20/04/2020

Local coffee shops like Sayler Park Coffee and companies like Proud Hound Coffee are doing their part to help the Cincinnati community during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“I’m in a place financially where I haven’t been affected by it. But I’m also in a place where I’m able to help and kind of offer some solace for people,” Matt Hoffman, founder of Cincy Coffee, said.

Read more: https://thestrangetimesnewspaper.wordpress.com/2020/04/16/local-coffee-shops-companies-rally-around-community/

Story by: Erin Gardner
Photo Courtesy of Proud Hound Coffee

19/04/2020

We want to hear from you! If you have a story to share, we would love to hear it. Send us an email at [email protected].

18/04/2020

St. Dominic Delhi Knights of Columbus #15533 decided they wanted to do more to help their St. Dominic community.

“Continuing this mission during this time of immense need was essential.”

Read more: https://thestrangetimesnewspaper.wordpress.com/2020/04/16/st-dominic-knights-of-columbus-uses-mission-to-impact-school-families/

Story by: Kelly Lambers
Photo courtesy of Ken Gardner

Photo courtesy of Ken Gardner By Kelly Lambers The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic-based global organization with one central mission: to do the good and necessary work that needs to be done in t…

17/04/2020

The faithful are adapting to changes in how they practice their religion, including an online Easter.

“This period of time with the coronavirus forces us to stop and think about what really matters,” Father Earl Fernandes, the pastor at Saint Ignatius Loyola School, Cincinnati, said. “[I hope] people will not take their faith for granted.”

Read more: https://thestrangetimesnewspaper.wordpress.com/2020/04/16/easter-sunday-by-the-beatles-st-ignatius-priest-celebrates-mass-online/

Story by: Jaclynn Ruberg
Photo by: Sara Ruberg

Photo by Sara Ruberg By Jaclynn Ruberg “Father McKenzie, Writing the words of a sermon that no one will hear, No one comes near…” The Beatles lyric from the song Eleanor Rigby is today’s real…

17/04/2020

One west-sider raised $10,000 to provide meals for hospital workers and accidentally started .

“The goal is to help local restaurants on the west side by catering food from them to feed hospital workers”

Read more: https://thestrangetimesnewspaper.wordpress.com/2020/04/16/cafecovid-helps-hospital-workers-local-businesses-during-pandemic/
Story and photos by: Emily Driehaus

Photo by Emily Driehaus By Emily Driehaus Two weeks ago, Erik Stephens was just trying to help out his mom’s team of healthcare workers at Mercy West Hospital by buying them lunch. Now, he has over…

16/04/2020

Our very own Kelly Lambers was featured on Local 12 news yesterday. Check out the video below.

In other news, Issue 2 is out now! Check out our website for the latest stories. If you would like to be added to our distribution list, send us an email or DM with your address.

15/04/2020

Ohioans have started a new trend. During Gov. Mike DeWine's 2 p.m. COVID-19 updates, they turn on the television, FaceTime some friends and pour themselves a glass of wine.

Tag your drinking buddy — who's your choice to ?

Read more: https://thestrangetimesnewspaper.wordpress.com/2020/04/04/example-post-2/
Story by: Jaclynn Ruberg
Illustration by: Nick Sullivan

Illusration by Nick Sullivan Jaclynn Ruberg April 9, 2020 It’s almost 2 p.m., and the time has come to switch news stations. You’ve spent six hours hovering over your television screen, absorbing e…

14/04/2020

If you’re running out of things to do during quarantine, we’ve got you covered.
Contributing reporter Erin Gardner has some recommendations.

Read more: https://thestrangetimesnewspaper.wordpress.com/2020/04/09/things-to-do-heartening-things-to-watch-and-places-to-support/

Illustration by Erin Gardner Erin Gardner April 9, 2020 The Strange Times wants to make your times a little less strange with a collection of sorts of things to do, heartening things to watch and p…

14/04/2020

Join Local 12 tomorrow morning at 9 a.m. to see The Strange Times featured with Sheila Gray. Shout out to our own Kelly Lambers!

13/04/2020

Happy Easter from all of us at The Strange Times. We hope the empty nesters are enjoying the unexpected company this year!

Comic by: Seth Sturwold

10/04/2020

Editor-in-Chief Nick Sullivan explains the mission and backstory of The Strange Times in his letter from the editor. Be sure to check it out at the link below! If you would like a print copy of this week's issue and to be added to our distribution list, send us an email or a direct message.

"Though some of us may have left Cincy in pursuit of our degrees, the city is no less home today than it was two years ago. We love this community and hope to offer a fresh, hyperlocal, student perspective in our reporting."

https://thestrangetimesnewspaper.wordpress.com/2020/04/09/letter-from-the-editor-please-dont-use-us-as-toilet-paper/

Photo by Shreyas Saboo // The Daily Gamecock Nick Sullivan April 9, 2020 Unsolicited news — I know what you’re thinking. This is just more noise, more junk, more filler for your garbage can or wors…

10/04/2020

Five years after opening, Christine's Casual Dining continues to foster community within Cincinnati.

“I would not choose any other place but here,” owner Christine McDay said. “I noticed on the west side, you know everybody. You can’t go anywhere without knowing anybody, and it’s like family here."

Read more: https://thestrangetimesnewspaper.wordpress.com/2020/04/08/christines-casual-dining-offers-tacos-hugs/

Photo courtesy of Christine McDay Nick Sullivan April 9, 2020 When customers enter Christine’s Casual Dining, they won’t find owner Christine McDay keeping tabs on her employees from the back. They…

09/04/2020

09/04/2020

Welcome to The Strange Times. We’re a small group of college students who are lifelong west siders, hoping to bring light into our community amidst the darkness. Check out our website thestrangetimesnewspaper.wordpress.com to see what we’re writing, and let us know if you would like a paper copy.

Strange times, indeed.