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Below, in her own words from a column originally published just before Thanksgiving in 2015, Kathy details all of the reasons why she is thankful. We hope that you find the passage just as captivating as we still do years later.

By Kathy Y. Wilson

Nov 23, 2022

Editor's note: CityBeat is sad to report the passing of our former columnist, Kathy Y. Wilson. Wilson created works that were frank, profane and hilarious...

Kathy Y. Wilson

Cincinnati's Graeter's Ice Cream Featured at Naomi Biden's White House Wedding

The granddaughter of U.S. President Joe Biden insisted on having the sweet treat on the dessert table.

By Allison Babka

Graeter's Kenwood shop

15 Greater Cincinnati Light Shows and Displays to Help You Get in the Holiday Spirit

By CityBeat Staff

Coney Island's Nights of Lights
Drive through this dazzling light display and see “more than 2 million lights synchronized to a mix of traditional and rocking holiday music,” per Coney Island. There will be a giant Christmas tree, illuminated snowflakes, light tunnels and other glowing thematic displays.
Through Jan. 2. $25 Monday-Thursday and $30 Friday-Sunday for 1-8 person vehicles; $50 9-15 person vehicles; $50 16+ person vehicles. 6201 Kellogg Ave., California.

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Data Shows Kentucky Kids Are Concerned About Guns, Mental Health

By Allison Babka and Nadia Ramlagan, Public News Service - KY

Kentucky students recently shared their concerns in the 2022 Kentucky Kids Count County data book.

Kentuckians Falling Behind on Utility Bills as Rates Soar

By Nadia Ramlagan, Public News Service - KY

Energy costs have been rising across the country, making bills harder to pay.

Guest Commentary: Here's What the Country's First Freight Rail Strike in Three Decades Could Mean

By Eric Loomis, The Conversation

A train rolls through Cincinnati's Queensgate Yard.

Guest Commentary: Indigenous Language, Culture Getting More Time in Public Schools

By Mneesha Gellman, The Conversation

Indigenous languages like Yurok are finding a spotlight in some public schools.

Physicians Are Adapting to Treat a Diverse Range of Long COVID-19 Symptoms

By Meghan Rosen, Science News

Scientists are figuring out how to help people with symptoms from long COVID.

The Lebanon Horse-Drawn Carriage Parade & Festival Brings Hallmark Holiday Vibes to Warren County

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Lebanon hosts its 33rd annual horse-drawn carriage parade and festival this year.

Dent Schoolhouse Offers Some Holiday Fear at 'Christmas Nightmare' Haunted Attraction

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Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad Transforms into the North Pole Express This Holiday

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Freekbass & The Bump Assembly Funksgiving Show at Ludlow Garage
8:30 p.m. Nov. 25
If you’re not too sedated from all that turkey-induced tryptophan from the night before, get funky with Freekbass & The Bump Assembly Funksgiving Show at Ludlow Garage. This old-school, local funkateer has jammed with some of the biggest names in the biz and his shows are always fresh. If you’re ready to boogie off that extra helping of sweet potato pie, there’s no better place to be than this all-ages show. 8:30 p.m. Nov. 25. Ludlow Garage, 342 Ludlow Ave., Clifton Gaslight District, ludlowgaragecincinnati.com.

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Coney Island's Nights of Lights
Drive through this dazzling light display and see “more than 2 million lights synchronized to a mix of traditional and rocking holiday music,” per Coney Island. There will be a giant Christmas tree, illuminated snowflakes, light tunnels and other glowing thematic displays.
Through Jan. 2. $25 Monday-Thursday and $30 Friday-Sunday for 1-8 person vehicles; $50 9-15 person vehicles; $50 16+ person vehicles. 6201 Kellogg Ave., California.

15 Greater Cincinnati Light Shows and Displays to Help You Get in the Holiday Spirit

Fountain Square
ICON. LEGEND. This fountain puts the QUEEN in Queen City. But not only does Fountain Square have the beautiful Tyler Davidson Fountain, it's also a valuable community gathering place.

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Findlay Market
1801 Race St., Over-the-Rhine
Your purchase of a Christmas tree, wreath or garland will go toward supporting market vendors, sustainability efforts, community-building initiatives and more at Findlay Market. These will be sold at the Elm Street Esplanade by Jane's, and you will get a special 2022 Findlay Market ornament with every tree purchase.

Trees will be sold from Nov. 25 to Dec. 18. Market hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 8 a.m. to 6 p.m Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.

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