Karin Connelly Rice

Falcon Rising: CycleWerks to unveil its new, all-in-one electric bicycle, e-moped, and e-motorcycle
The Falcon is about to take flight. Cleveland CycleWerks is gearing up to release its newest creation, three high-tech vehicles in one.
Beck Center raises the roof on renovations to 100-year-old Lakewood campus
Improving accessibility and energy efficiency are the main reasons that Lakewood's Beck Center for the Arts is working to raise $5.7 million.
Food from the heart: Popular Falafel Café owner prepares for grand reopening
Falafel Cafe is returning this month to University Circle, serving up Middle Eastern favorites made from scratch.
Search for justice links three-film Detroit Shoreway series on racial equity and inclusion
The third annual Racial Equity and Inclusion Film Series begins this month at the Capitol Theatre, hosted by the Detroit Shoreway Community Development Organization and Cleveland Cinemas.
United Way fights Cleveland’s poverty crisis head on with the Community Hub for Basic Needs
Cleveland is facing a poverty crisis, something that the United Way of Greater Cleveland and a network of its partners are tackling with a new strategy of focused investments.
Compassionate care: Cleveland APL is renovating facilities and expanding programs
The Cleveland Animal Protective League's Tremont facility is becoming less of a shelter and more of an animal resource center.
Does your small business create positive change? Citizens Bank may award you $20K for your efforts
Small businesses can win big bucks in Citizens Bank's annual competition, and this year, Greater Cleveland has been chosen to participate in the Small Business Community Champion Award.
Population boom: Downtown Cleveland will see 20K residents by year end as DCA sets new goal of 30K
You can expect to see 20,000 people living downtown by the end of the year, says the Downtown Cleveland Alliance, which is working to keep that number growing.
Bullet holes by the Burning River: Great Lakes Brewing unveils a modern remodel in historic location
Great Lakes Brewing Company has completed its most extensive renovations since the Ohio City landmark opened in 1988.
Seasoned entrepreneurs roll out 3 new taste sensations to please every craving at Clifton Corners
The dining options on Clifton Boulevard in Cleveland near the Lakewood border are about to get a lot more interesting.
All you need is love, plus some arts and culture, for a perfect Cleveland Valentine’s Day
Instead of the usual flowers and chocolates, some Clevelanders are celebrating Valentine's Day with perfume, science, dance, and music, thanks to funding from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture.
The circus is in town: Wizbang Circus Theatre finds permanent home in Cleveland Heights
Wizbang Circus Theatre is taking over a performance space across the street from Cleveland Heights High School, allowing them to expand on their unique brand of variety shows.
A sloppy spring is on tap, according to Cleveland weather prophet Casimir the Cat
Forget Punxsutawney Phil. Want to know what kind of spring Cleveland will have? Get Casimir the Cat a pierogi with sour cream.
The real-life bionic people: Cleveland FES Center uses technology to help people with paralysis
Five Cleveland medical organizations are teaming up to help paralysis victims regain partial movement. Called the Cleveland FES Center, this consortium is featured in a documentary, "I Am Human."
Stop in and get a virtual hug at Larchmere’s UnBAR Café
Larchmere has a new health-conscious hybrid coffee and entertainment spot. UnBAR Cafe recently opened, serving up a peaceful atmosphere instead of alcohol.
3 simple ways you can help to restore the tree canopy (Hint: It starts with planting a tree)
The tree canopy is declining in Cuyahoga County at an alarming rate, experts say. They offer suggestions on how we can reverse the trend.
Blast from the past: Historic street signs go up in Forest Hill neighborhood
A neighborhood group is installing historically accurate replicas of the original 1920s street signs in the East Cleveland portion of Forest Hill.
Juice it up: Fawaky Burst opens its doors in Cleveland Heights
The cafe lifestyle is the focus of the second location of Fawaky Burst Smoothie and Juice Cafe, now serving breakfast in Cleveland Heights.
New dining options round out Fairmount Circle
Picnic Hill Market Cafe is the first of several new dining options coming to Fairmount Circle, near the campus of John Carroll University.
The City Mission gives 6th renovated house to family facing homelessness
The City Mission's New Horizons program is helping deserving families avoid homelessness, with assistance from a lot of donations and volunteers.