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The Reinvention of Innovation Works

Evan Pattak Wednesday, March 11, 2009
How  has Innovation Works impacted the region? With $40 million in start-up funding thus far, which in turn led to the creation of nearly 5,000 jobs. Meet Rich Lunak, the head of the reinvented IW, find out what questions he asks to make his group most effective and what their plans are in this economic downturn.

Small Business Development: Getting Launched for Success

Abby Mendelson Wednesday, March 04, 2009
It starts with a dream and a solid business plan. When Pittsburgh entrepreneurs want to start a new business, the Duquesne University Small Business Development Center guides the way. It's free and based on the many success stories, highly effective. 

Pitt Stops: Touring Pittsburgh Neighborhoods Bar by Bar

Beth Marcello Wednesday, February 25, 2009
What can you learn by visiting a bar in each of Pittsburgh's 90--yes 90-- neighborhoods? It took 18 months and many raised glasses to find out but Jim Dilmore and his group think it was well worth the, uh, research.

The Amazing Women Behind the Pittsburgh Marathon

Joann Cantrell Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Last held in 2003, the Pittsburgh Marathon was considered one of the top 5 in the country, attracting runners from all 50 states and beyond. Now with the tenacious and remarkable efforts of three women, the Pittsburgh Marathon returns May 3rd. This is a story to inspire all, even the non-runner.

Boomerangers: Goodbye, Hello Again!

Steve Wozniak Wednesday, February 18, 2009
So many Pittsburgh natives who left for brighter lights and bigger cities have returned to their hometown to find a change for the better. From new developments to an energetic art scene and renewed neighborhoods, it's good to be home!

Hey, You're in Kidsburgh!

Tracy Certo Wednesday, February 18, 2009
This week a sold-out crowd will gather at the CityLIVE! event to learn from Geoffrey Canada, Marion Heard, and Mark Roosevelt about success strategies for children. And then those attending will be called to action. You, too. Whether you go to the event or not, there's a role for you in making Pittsburgh a better place for kids: Kidsburgh. Be a part of it!

The Next Act for the Pittsburgh Playhouse

Robert Isenberg Wednesday, February 04, 2009
The Pittsburgh Playhouse has helped launched talent as diverse as Gene Kelly and Melina Kanakaredes, and now it plays host to Jane Alexander in the much-anticipated  Thom Thomas play, A Moon to Dance By.  Hard to say what's more fascinating, the history of the play or the Playhouse.

Visit Our Archives

Pop City staff Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Read any article ever run in Pop City--from feature stories and innovation news, to full sets of neighborhood guides-- by accessing our archives. Click on the gray bar above  to learn more about the latest and greatest in Pittsburgh. Or do a quick search in the handy dandy search box!

The Write Stuff: Columnist Brian O'Neill

Abby Mendelson Wednesday, January 14, 2009
As a champion of urban design, rail travel, and a sensibly sized state legislature, Post-Gazette columnist Brian O’Neill is a smart, funny and insightful writer who is making a difference in our region. We're just saying.

The Top Ten Pop City Feature Stories of 2008

Tracy Certo Wednesday, December 17, 2008
While Pop City takes time off over the holidays, why not catch up on the top feature stories of 2008? From young entrepreneurs making it big in Pittsburgh to the making of an art academy, here's the lineup of the most popular features of the year. Read on, and we'll see you again on January 7th to usher in a whole new year of great stories--and much more--in Pop City.

Changemaker: Lisa Schroeder, Riverlife Task Force

Abby Mendelson Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Seven years into the bold plan of transforming the city’s riverfronts, changemaker Lisa Schroeder of the Riverlife Task Force says rivers are now seen as an urban resource second to none. Read on about the gift that Riverlife is creating for this region.

Pop Video: A Tale of Two Cities

Carl Kurlander Wednesday, December 03, 2008
In his valentine to Pittsburgh, filmmaker Carl Kurlander strikes gold in portraying his love for a city undergoing transformation. The documentary, which runs this week at the Penn Hills Cinema, (see Pop Filter for details) is both touching and hilarious.

Pop City Bike Forum: In Sum

Matt Stroud Wednesday, November 12, 2008
In case you missed the Pop City Bike Forum, here's the lowdown on what we discussed in the way of hot topics, bike safety, and wish lists for cyclists throughout the region.

The Eclectic and Eccentric WRCT fm

Rob Cullen,Rob Cullen Wednesday, November 12, 2008
WRCT is a wildly eclectic and thoroughly entertaining student station at Carnegie Mellon that offers something for everyone. We kid you not. From Saturday Night Light Brigade and Radio 9 to Too Evil to Have a Human Name and Something Fell. Get tuned in now by reading all about it.

The Coro Center: Connecting Talent, Building Leadership

Alexis Miller Wednesday, November 05, 2008
Since the mood is right for civic engagement, what better time to take a closer look at the Coro Center for Civic Leadership and how it's shaping our young leaders? Here are a few examples of the young people who are doing remarkable things thanks to Coro. You could be voting for them someday.
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