At Butler Tech’s newly expanded Bioscience Center in West Chester, students step into the future of healthcare, learning in a cutting-edge environment designed to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals.
High school and adult learners train in advanced medical labs, gaining hands-on experience while earning industry credentials, college credit, and the real-world skills healthcare employers expect.
As the healthcare industry continues to evolve, Butler Tech continues expanding opportunities, facilities, and partnerships to prepare the next generation of caregivers, innovators, and leaders. Discover Butler Tech. Training for life. Success for a Lifetime. Learn more: butlertech.org
Invest Where It Matters Most
When we think about investing, some of the first things that come to mind are stocks, retirement accounts, real estate and financial planning. In this month’s Invest issue, you’ll certainly find meaningful insight on financial topics. From the resources available through Kemba Credit Union to an inspiring local entrepreneur who built her success through real estate investing and now empowers others to do the same, we’re highlighting smart ways to grow wealth and build financial security. But investment isn’t only about dollars and cents. It’s about investing in yourself, your community, your relationships and so much more.
This month, we’re proud to partner with Travel Butler County (our county’s visitors bureau) on two stories. One explores how shopping locally is a powerful way to invest directly in our community by strengthening small businesses and keeping dollars circulating in our community. The other launches a five-month series leading up to America’s 250th anniversary that explores historic sites across Butler County. We hope this series and the America 250 Time Travel Trail app will encourage our readers to explore some of the many historic sights here in our county.
Finally, I’m excited to share that City Lifestyle now has magazines in 250 communities nationwide, and we’ve just launched a national podcast on YouTube called Share The Lifestyle. Each month, this podcast will feature a nationally recognized voice whose story you’ll also see reflected in our pages. We’re kicking things off with Tim Tebow. Flip to page 24 for a highlight from his interview, then check out the podcast for more.
Here’s to investing wisely—in our finances, our community and our shared future.
April 2026
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Save the Date for Pyramid Hill’s May Events
Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum offers an inviting calendar of events in May. Explore everything from forest bathing to natural inks throughout the month. Welcome a new exhibit featuring illustrations from books by children's author Robert McCloskey. Enjoy a unique pairing of printmaking and cocktails, learn to blend tea from native plants or discover the art of communal dance. Invest in the arts at this local hot spot this spring. Find details online. PyramidHill.org
Enrollment Now Open for Lakota’s Safety Village
Lakota’s Safety Village for incoming kindergartners is back this summer, June 2-July 28. Hosted by the West Chester Police Department and the Butler County Sheriff’s Office School Resource Officer Division, the free lessons will be held at Freedom Elementary. Students learn safety skills: stranger danger, fire, school bus, road sign safety and more. They practice by driving their own pedal car. Eight five-day sessions are offered in the morning and afternoon. Enroll online. LakotaOnline.com/departments/students/safety-security/safetyvillage
Character Council Hosts 2026 Heroes of Character Celebration April 16
On April 16, join the Character Council of Cincinnati to honor local adults and students at the 2026 Heroes of Character Celebration. Among the honorees are two West Chester residents, Shelly Hauer and Jordan Jacobson. Nominated by their peers, they exemplify the highest standards of character in our community. The Celebration includes a dinner, silent auction, Keynote Speaker Tyler Bradshaw, Voice of the Hamilton Joes Baseball Club and more. Find details and tickets online. CharacterCincinnati.org
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FROM ACCIDENTAL INVESTOR TO MENTOR
Stacey St. John didn’t set out to build a real estate business.
When her son planned to leave Cincinnati to attend a Florida university that did not offer student housing, Stacey and her husband purchased a small condo in Orlando rather than pay rent. Weeks after closing, their son changed his plans and enrolled online instead.
“We were suddenly owners of a vacant property,” Stacey shares. “So we rented it out—and realized we were actually making money.”
That unexpected start sparked a deeper interest in real estate investing.
At the time, Stacey was serving on the leadership team of a global consulting firm, overseeing sales and account management. Real estate offered something different: the opportunity to build longterm wealth while creating flexibility for her family.
Initially, she and her husband invested in long-term rentals in Ohio. But in 2020, when eviction moratoriums made many landlords nervous, they pivoted.
“With short-term rentals, guests have to pay before they walk through the door,” Stacey says. “That model made more sense for us at that moment.”
In September 2020, they purchased two condominiums in Myrtle Beach, renovated them and entered the short-term rental market. Today, Stacey operates multiple properties, holds a property manager license in South Carolina and runs a full-service management company there. Some properties operate strictly as vacation rentals, while others use a hybrid model, offering both short-term and mid-term furnished stays.
As her business grew, so did questions from others wanting to learn.
In March 2021, Stacey launched a Facebook group, Female Short-Term Rental Investors, focusing on women investing in short-term rentals. Before long, she had a community of thousands learning to invest with confidence.
Today, the group includes about 66,000 members worldwide. Stacey also hosts the STR Sisterhood podcast, runs a membership community called STR Sisterhood and offers mentoring and mastermind programs.
At its core, her mission is to create a supportive space where women can define what they want, build a plan and grow businesses that create confidence, freedom and longterm stability.
“As women, we often carry what I consider an invisible load,” Stacey notes. “We’re building businesses while working a full-time job and acting as mom, chauffeur to our kids and homemaker.”
For those interested in rental investing but feeling intimidated, Stacey says education is the first step. She encourages aspiring investors to learn how to analyze a deal properly before purchasing.
“Most of your money in real estate,” she explains, “no matter whether you're investing
in long-term, mid-term or short-term rentals, is made on the front end when you buy.”
Learning deal analysis, negotiation strategies and how to acquire properties in a strategic manner is paramount.
She also recommends connecting with local organizations, such as the Real Estate Investors Association of Greater Cincinnati
“AT ITS CORE, STACEY ST. JOHN’S MISSION IS TO CREATE A SUPPORTIVE SPACE WHERE WOMEN CAN DEFINE WHAT THEY WANT, BUILD A PLAN AND GROW BUSINESSES THAT CREATE CONFIDENCE, FREEDOM AND LONG-TERM STABILITY.”
and COREE (Community of Real Estate Entrepreneurs), to build relationships and learn from experienced investors.
One of the biggest misconceptions, she says, is that rental properties mean constant emergencies and stress.
“Do things come up? Absolutely,” Stacey says. “But with clear processes and the right team in place, it’s manageable. Ninety-nine percent of the time, we have fabulous guests.”
Looking back, she says learning to trust her gut—especially when hiring contractors or team members—has been one of her most important lessons.
Despite shifting market headlines, Stacey remains optimistic about the future of real estate.
“There are always opportunities,” she says. “Real estate remains one of the most strategic ways to build wealth for your family.”
To learn more about Stacey’s work, including her book “LIVE BIG ,” or to connect with her growing community of women investors, visit StaceyStJohn.com.
ARTICLE BY MICHELLE MOODY | PHOTOGRAPHY BY CARA JONAS PHOTOGRAPHY
Discover These Treasures from Small Businesses Around Butler County
SHOP LOCAL
One of the most meaningful ways to invest in our community is by supporting local businesses. Travel Butler County curated this collection of locally made and sold items from unique businesses across Butler County. Whether you’re shopping for a thoughtful gift or a little self-indulgence, every purchase helps support a local business and strengthens our community.
1. Macarons + Flower Cookies, Lulu’s Sweets Boutique | 2. Firefly Coffee, Kofenya; My Blue Heaven Beer, Grainworks Brewing Company | 3. Sweatshirt, BirdBrain Apparel; Greeting Card + Post Card, Scripted Studio | 4. Tuscan Herb + Wild Mushroom and Sage Olive Oil, The Spicy Olive; Apple Blueberry Butter, Garver Family Farm; Honey, Don Popp’s Honey Farm; Strawberry Preserves, Schaefer’s Farm Market
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KEMBA CREDIT UNION BUILDS STRONG FINANCIAL FUTURES WITH EDUCATION
“Knowledge is super powerful, and when people understand money, they can make better decisions.”
— DAN SUTTON
In another life, Dan Sutton might have been a teacher. As President and CEO of Kemba Credit Union, Sutton is a natural instructor, using inspirational stories to share his vision. Kemba planted roots in the area more than two decades ago, long before the I-75 corridor looked the way it does today. What began as a strategic move has grown into a deeply reciprocal relationship.
“Our model is people helping people,” says Sutton. That philosophy shapes everything from the way the organization approaches lending to the way it reinvests in the region.
“We’re only as good as the community,” Sutton says. “The community gives us so much love, whether it’s trusting us with deposits or letting us help with loans. We try to give that love right back through sponsorships, partnerships and being involved.”
Credit unions operate differently from traditional banks. Unlike large national institutions that send profits to distant shareholders, credit
unions return earnings directly to the communities they serve—through better rates, programs and partnerships.
Kemba has become a visible presence in the area’s growth. While the credit union’s headquarters may be impressive, Sutton is clear about what matters most—the people inside and outside its walls.
“We find it part of our calling and our passion to help people,” he says. “Knowledge is super powerful, and when people understand money, they can make better decisions.”
Sutton speaks about finances the way a good neighbor might—honestly, openly and without judgment. He knows what many quietly realize: most of us learned about money through trial and error. At Kemba, financial education is key.
“We work with the schools, starting at fourth grade,” Sutton says. “We try to help kids understand money early so they don’t have to learn everything the hard way later in life.”
Through school partnerships, educational tools and community outreach, the credit union works to demystify topics many adults admit they were never taught—like budgeting, interest, loans and credit scores.
One of Kemba’s helpful educational tools is Banzai, a free online library available at their website, filled with hundreds of financial articles, calculators and lessons organized by topic.
“We’ve made a significant financial investment trying to attack this epidemic of financial illiteracy,” Sutton says. “We want to help people understand budgeting, credit scores and why those things matter.”
Kemba Credit Union is on a neighborly mission of financial education—an investment that keeps on giving.
Kemba Credit Union President + CEO Dan Sutton enjoys a view of the township from the tallest building in West Chester, Kemba's Operations Center.
Kemba Credit Union Marketing Coordinator Skylar Barkley demonstrates Banzai, an educational partner that provides hundreds of online learning tools for free.
LEARN FINANCES WITH KEMBA CREDIT UNION
Even the savviest savers have something to learn from Banzai, the extensive financial education library available for free at Kemba’s website. “I work in marketing and finance every day, but I’m still surprised by how much I learn each time I dive into our financial education tools,” says Julie Betz Eutsler, Marketing Manager at Kemba Credit Union. “There’s always something new to take away—no matter your background.” Find hundreds more financial topics like these at Kemba.com
MANAGING DEBT
Kemba.banzai.org/wellness/collections/kemba/ managing-debt | The Managing Debt articles in Banzai teach that debt stops feeling overwhelming when you face it directly, get organized and follow a clear strategy. Learn about tools for refinancing, repairing credit and navigating debt payoff.
OWNING A HOME
Kemba.banzai.org/wellness/collections/kemba/ owning-a-home | A home should support financial wellness, not create constant stress. Owning a home costs much more than a mortgage. These Banzai resources emphasize that successful home ownership depends on planning for the full financial picture beyond qualifying for a loan.
BUILDING CREDIT
Kemba.banzai.org/wellness/collections/kemba/ building-credit | A strong credit profile develops gradually by demonstrating reliability to lenders. Strong credit comes from steady financial habits. Use these Banzai resources to learn how to build your credit through consistent, responsible habits over time, instead of quick fixes.
FOR THE ENTREPRENEUR
Kemba.banzai.org/wellness/topics/runninga-business | Banzai groups important topics specifically selected for entrepreneurs. Access these articles to learn to successfully launch your own business. From general coaching to tax calculators and employee management, these resources offer practical steps for building a sustainable business.
Dan Sutton with Kemba Credit Union Marketing Manager Julie Betz Eutsler.
Redefining MVP: TIM TEBOW’S LIFE BEYOND FOOTBALL
An exclusive Q&A with City Lifestyle
ARTICLE BY ANGELA BROOCKERD
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From championship trophies to global humanitarian impact, Tim Tebow’s journey has defied every standard playbook. In an exclusive conversation for the Share the Lifestyle podcast, Tebow pulls back the curtain on the moments that truly defined him, from a humbling middle school church retreat to the life-altering shift of fatherhood. This isn’t just a look back at a career; it’s an invitation into the heart of a man driven by purpose. Read the highlights below, then join us for the full, unfiltered experience by scanning the QR code at the end.
Q: WE ALL KNOW YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS ON THE FOOTBALL FIELD, BUT TELL US ABOUT THE CURL CONTEST.
A: I was competing for my future high school team (my brother’s team), and I pushed myself way past what was smart. I ended up collapsing and needing medical attention. But what stayed with me wasn’t the pain, it was the lesson. Would I be willing to do something that others aren’t? For much of my life, I strived to bring my best for a game, but I hope that I can say at the end of my life I was willing to do that for things that actually matter.
Q: YOU’VE ACHIEVED SO MUCH IN SPORTS. WHAT WOULD YOU SAY IS YOUR GREATEST ACCOMPLISHMENT NOW?
A: Becoming a dad. Nothing compares. From the moment I knew my wife was pregnant, I felt a new depth of love for our child, but when you bring your baby home, the responsibility hits you like nothing else. Suddenly, everything you see, every decision you make, you’re asking, “Is this corner too sharp? What happens if she reaches that drawer?” It changes how you see the world and how you see other people.
Q: YOU’VE SPOKEN OPENLY ABOUT DISAPPOINTMENT, ESPECIALLY AROUND FOOTBALL. HOW DID THAT SEASON OF LIFE SHAPE YOU?
A: I talked a lot about that very thing in my book Shaken . We all go through moments where our faith in our abilities and purpose feels rattled, but I believe it’s often in those storms when God can show us who we could become.
Q: YOU TALK A LOT ABOUT COMPARISON CULTURE. WHY DO YOU BELIEVE COMPARISON HAS BECOME SUCH A TRAP TODAY?
A: Because we’re comparing our real, everyday lives to someone else’s highlight reel. Social media shows people’s “best day,” often filtered and staged, and then we measure our reality against that. There’s a reason filters are so popular—it’s not real. We end up scrolling through images that don’t tell the full story, and without realizing it, comparison starts to steal our joy and our gratitude.
“We’re comparing our real, everyday lives to someone else’s highlight reel... comparison starts to steal our joy.”
Q: YOUR FOUNDATION FOCUSES ON THE “MOST VULNERABLE.” WHERE DID THAT CALLING BEGIN?
A: When I was 15, I met a boy in the Philippines who was treated as a throwaway because he was born with physical differences. That moment changed me. I realized God was calling me to pursue a different kind of MVP, not “Most Valuable Player,” but “Most Vulnerable People.”
Q: FINALLY, WHAT’S ONE THING PEOPLE MIGHT BE SURPRISED TO KNOW ABOUT YOU?
A: I have some weird coffee habits, which include protein powder, collagen, and cream all mixed together. I love golf dates with my wife. And every night, I bring snacks to bed to share with our dogs. It brings me more joy than it probably should.
This conversation barely scratches the surface. Tim goes deeper into the moments that rattled him, the joys of fatherhood, and one story he has never shared publicly until now. Scan the QR code for the full, exclusive City Lifestyle interview on Share the Lifestyle Podcast.
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The Time Travel Trail
Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary With a Visit to Hughes School, Foundation of Lakota Local Schools
Long before sprawling campuses, technology-enabled classrooms and packed parking lots, education in Butler County fit inside a single brick room.
When Ohio became a state in 1803, Butler County was founded alongside it. But it would take decades before formal schooling reached every corner of the county. By the late 1800s, as farmland was divided and small communities took shape, formal education institutions were created.
One of the earliest buildings from that era still stands along what is known today as Princeton Road in Liberty Township.
ARTICLE BY MIKE BURCHAM | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED BY TRAVEL BUTLER COUNTY
At Hughes School, students of all ages learned together, with teachers focusing on the essentials: reading, writing and arithmetic.
A ONE-ROOM BEGINNING
Built in 1887, Hughes School is a one-room schoolhouse, just over 1,100 square feet of brick and restored history. It sits on a one-acre lot beside today’s Liberty Early Childhood School, part of the Lakota Local School District.
Back then, Liberty Township was dotted with six single-room schoolhouses, each about two miles apart so children could walk, or ride a horse, to class.
“The main thing back then was a place for formal education,” says Paul Stumpf, president of the Liberty Township Historical Society.
Inside Hughes School, that education unfolded in a single shared classroom. There were two cloakrooms, a potbelly stove, a slate chalkboard and outside, a small bell tower and outhouse. Before electricity, tall windows lining each side of the room did double duty: letting in natural light to illuminate lessons and keeping air circulating during warmer months.
At Hughes School, students of all ages learned together with teachers focusing on the essentials: reading, writing and arithmetic. Among the classroom materials were McGuffey Readers, written by William Holmes McGuffey, a professor at Miami University.
Hughes School operated until 1923. Five years later, Liberty Elementary, operating today as Liberty Early Childhood School, was built next door.
A COMMUNITY SAVES ITS SCHOOL
Time wasn’t always kind to Hughes School. By the mid-1970s, the building had fallen into disrepair. That’s when residents stepped in.
The Liberty Township Historical Society formed with a mission to restore the school. At the time, the building was owned by the Liberty Union School
TRAVEL BUTLER COUNTY’S AMERICA250
This year marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the start of the United States of America. In upcoming issues, we partner with Travel Butler County to honor this milestone with a series of stories highlighting historic sites across the county.
“These historical sites are important to Butler County because they reflect the people, places and moments that have shaped local communities over time,” says Kathryn Rawlinson, Vice President, Marketing & Communications for Travel Butler County.
Visit TravelButlerCounty.com/america250 for a list of local celebrations and to download their Time Travel Trail app including 46 suggested stops.
District, and restoring it would cost about $8,000 in materials, a significant amount for a grassroots effort.
So the community got creative.
“We sold Christmas trees. We had bake sales. We had auctions,” says Stumpf. “We even bought chocolate chips and sold chocolate chips and chocolate chip cookies, which turned out to be our biggest fundraiser.”
Residents provided the labor themselves, and the restored building is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Today it looks much as it would have in the 1880s, complete with a set of McGuffey Readers on the shelves.
Hughes School opens its doors once a month for Liberty Township Historical Society meetings and welcomes the
community to visit during open houses each May and December.
“It is good for the kids to see and get an appreciation for what they have now,” Stumpf says.
It would have been hard to imagine in 1887 what formal education in Liberty Township would become nearly 140 years later. What began as a handful of single-room schoolhouses has blossomed into the modern-day Lakota Local School District, serving approximately 17,000 students.
HUGHES SCHOOL
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“It would have been hard to imagine in 1887 what formal education in Liberty Township would become nearly 140 years later.”
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This year, America celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and birth of our nation. Visit Travel Butler County’s online calendar for a complete listing of regional events celebrating America250. From museums, festivals and parades to races, picnics and concerts, join Butler County in celebrating the U.S. Semiquincentennial. TravelButlerCounty.com/america250
MARCH 31ST - APRIL 2ND
Estate Buying Event
Welling & Co. Jewelers, 8992 Cincinnati Dayton Road, West Chester | 10:00 AM
Do you have jewelry collecting dust or a designer watch that’s seen better days? Welling & Co. Jewelers wants to help you clear the clutter at their estate buying event, March 31-April 2, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. From broken necklaces to sterling silver flatware and diamonds, they buy it all in a simple, friendly way, putting extra cash in your pocket. WellingandCo.com
APRIL 4TH
West Chester Firefighters Association Easter Egg Hunt
Keehner Park, 7411 Barret Road, West Chester | 1:00 PM
Hop into spring and have fun at this free family-friendly event that begins promptly at 1 p.m. The annual egg hunt is for three age groups: 4 and under, 5-6 and 7-8. No reservation is needed, but adult supervision is required for all participants. Watch the Township's social media channels for weather-related updates. WestChesterOH.org
APRIL 10TH - 13TH
MLS NEXT Ohio Regional 2026
Voice of America MetroPark, 7850 VOA Park Drive, West Chester
MLS NEXT Ohio Regional is coming to VOA Park. A youth soccer league known for youth player development in North America, MLS NEXT brings 3,000+ participants and their supporters from around the Midwest to the region. In this elite competition, 170 teams will play to qualify for the national MLS NEXT Cup. MLSSoccer.com/mlsnext/
APRIL 10TH - 12TH + 17TH - 19TH
Les Misérables School Edition
Lakota West High School, 8940 Union Centre Blvd., West Chester
Immerse yourself in the epic score and story of Les Misérables, performed by the theater students of Lakota West. Set in nineteenth-century France, the emotional musical explores themes of justice, compassion and redemption. Showtime for April 10, 11, 17 and 18 is 7 p.m.; April 12 and 19 offer matinee shows that begin at 2 p.m. LakotaWestTheatre.com
APRIL 11TH
Jazz ‘n Cakes
Lakota West High School, 8940 Union Centre Blvd., West Chester | 8:00 AM
Follow the music to Lakota West High School for Jazz ‘n Cakes, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. on Saturday, April 11. Enjoy a delicious breakfast of pancakes with all the fixings while you are entertained by jazz music performers from the Lakota West Bands program, featuring players in grades 7-12. This annual fundraiser is a local favorite. Find details online. LakotaWestBands.org
Lakota East High School, 6840 Lakota Lane, Liberty Township
Journey down the rabbit hole to Wonderland with the theater students of Lakota East in Alice by Heart. The musical follows Alice and her dear friend Alfred, who escape in a cherished book during the London Blitz of World War II. Showtimes are 7 p.m. on April 17, 18 and 24 and 2 p.m. on April 25. LakotaEastTheatre.org
APRIL 18TH
Hope in Bloom Gala
Oscar Event Center, Jungle Jim’s, 5440 Dixie Highway, Fairfield | 5:30 PM
Don’t miss the 2026 Hope in Bloom Gala, the signature fundraising gala for Hope’s Closet, a local nonprofit supporting foster children and families. The annual celebration includes an evening of dinner, dancing and a silent auction. Proceeds provide vital support for children in foster care and the families who care for them. Purchase tickets online. HopesClosetOhio.org
APRIL 24TH
Spring Family Market—Nook Market Collective
Spooky Nook Sports Champion Mill, 601 N B St., Hamilton | 5:00 PM
Join Spooky Nook Champion Mill for the first-ever Spring Family Market, 5-9 p.m. At this free event for families, shop from local vendors and small businesses and enjoy an evening of fun activities for kids and adults. Vendors are invited to apply. Facebook.com/ events/1838541293529428/
APRIL 25TH
Art + Earth Day
Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum, 1763 Hamilton Cleves Road, Hamilton | 9:00 AM
Visit Pyramid Hill for a fun day of activities celebrating Earth Day, Arbor Day and International Sculpture Day. See all new site-specific sculptures created by regional student artists and learn about native plants with the Miami Hamilton Conservatory. Enjoy a craft for kids and workshop demos for all ages. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Food options will be available. PyramidHill.org
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