The Artists’ View

 Dalal Alami   Dalal Alami, a senior at Lakota West High School, has always loved drawing, but the last few years have seen her interest surge.  “In seventh grade, I really started getting into the passion of it,” Dalal says. “I did a bunch of studies, stacks of sketchbooks full of everything I’ve tried; I’ve done portraits for school and some…...more

Twice as Nice

This month brings our special dual issue of West Chester & Liberty Lifestyle. February is our annual Arts issue, but it’s also the time when we reveal the much-anticipated winners of our Readers’ Choice awards. So this month is twice as nice! My love of the arts first started when my mom took me to … Continued...more

February 2020 Around Town

Five Lakota Schools Receive ODE Momentum Award Lakota Local Schools, including five individual schools within the district, has received the Ohio Department of Education’s Momentum Award for 2019. Additionally, two schools received both the All A Award and Overall A Award. This annual recognition is given to districts or schools for exceeding expectations in student … Continued...more

Empty Bowls Fundraiser

Locals gathered at Sabin Hall at Liberty Center to raise money to fight hunger while enjoying a fun event put on by the Caring Community Collaborative. Each participant selected a handcrafted bowl made by local artists and organizations to take home. They also enjoyed a choice of soup, breads, desserts and refreshments all prepared specially by local chefs … Continued...more

Companions on a Journey All-Star Gala

This winter, the Companions on a Journey All-Star Gala "With a Twist" had a superhero theme. They celebrated the people who come together to assist those coping with grief in our community, the everyday superheroes who support COJ's work. The evening included a delicious dinner, awe-inspiring awardees, fun raffles and auction items. Photography by Beth Hoyt of pHOYTography. ...more

Power of the Purse Holiday Gala

The Power of the Purse Holiday Gala was, as usual, tons of fun for a good cause. This time, the $10,000 grant went to Sleep in Heavenly Peace, a charity that provides bunk beds to children in our community without a good place to sleep. Congratulations to the winner and to all the attendees! Photography … Continued...more

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Generations of Entertainment

When it opened in 1919, the Sharonville Cultural Arts Center (SCAC) was a vaudeville theater, presenting specialty acts that were popular at the turn of the twentieth century. 100 years later, at the dawn of a new decade, the historic building is still in the business of entertaining, featuring theater, fine art and film for all ages....more

Lights, Camera, Lakota!

Local actors and actresses are getting ready to sing, dance and act their way into your hearts. Musicals in Lakota Local Schools this Spring offer everything from modern favorites to long-time classics. There’s something for everyone to enjoy. ...more

Your Favorites This Year

 Page 1  At long last, the results are in! Each year, West Chester and Liberty residents tell us what their favorites are and we share the winners with you in our beloved Readers’ Choice showcase. 4,160 of your friends and neighbors voted this year, giving us a great glimpse into the businesses and organizations that make our community tick. They’ve…...more