Cleveland's Fairfax neighborhood has long been known as a bastion of the arts, anchored by Karamu House. Now the community is tapping into its rich cultural tradition to create new projects that will interest young people in getting involved in revitalization efforts.

The sixth annual Backyard Nature Bash is geared at helping Clevelanders enhance Ohio's biodiversity, one backyard at a time.

Changes are in store for the annual One World Day on Aug. 25 in the Cleveland Cultural Gardens, including a new Children's Village, enhanced transportation options and new activities, as well as three new gardens.

For an “undeniably Cleveland” experience, try exploring the Lorain Avenue Antiques District for an enjoyable Saturday afternoon.

The Comeback Café serves up breakfast and lunch to state workers in downtown Cleveland, prepared by women seeking a jump start on a career after they are released from prison.

Angela Flowers' in-school consulting business took off when she connected with JumpStart Inc., a Cleveland-based venture development group that focuses on women- and minority-owned companies.

Join us on the Tour de Bruell as local chef Zack Bruell takes foodies on a delicious progressive dinner party through five Bruell-owned restaurants.

Looking for a job? Check out the latest edition of FreshWater Cleveland's “Who’s Hiring” series, where we feature growing companies with open positions, what they’re looking for, and how to apply.

Meet the local heroes working to restore a sense of safety in the Clark-Fulton neighborhood.

When the city of Cleveland revised its 6-year-old Climate Action Plan in 2018, it set an ambitious goal: to use 100% clean, renewable energy by 2050. 

Ever thought about starting a community garden? Or how about starting your own urban farmers market? Well, Slavic Village Development is looking for someone with an agricultural mind to take a half-acre-plus plot of land on Union Avenue in Cleveland and build a community garden or urban farming operation.

FreshWater is "on the ground" this summer in Fairfax, and we want you to ride with us. As part of our On the Ground community reporting series, we'll be hosting a bike tour of neighborhood highlights, followed by a panel discussion.

Fresh Water's monthly "Free Stamp" feature rounds up the freshest free events in Cleveland.

The Fairfax neighborhood is home to some of Cleveland's most awe-inspiring architecture and sacred landmarks—including the city's oldest African-American church. Even as the Fairfax landscape changes dramatically, these historic churches stand strong as centers of community. See their beauty through our managing photographer Bob Perkoski's lens, and learn a bit about their history!

When Spanish-American Committee executive director Ramonita Vargas submitted 25 nursing candidates to a major medical institution for hiring consideration, she felt positive about their prospects—but was dismayed when all 25 were turned away “because their English wasn’t perfect.”

Dane Vannatter, 60, describes his relationship with Cleveland as like a hug. “From day one, it's been an embracing city,” says the Indiana native, who found his way to Cleveland three years ago. And the hug is not just figurative.