The Taft’s New Bicentennial Exhibit Highlights ‘Splendid’ Works of Art (and Realities That Weren’t So) from 1820-1920
The Taft Museum of Art has been the host to some of Cincinnati's finest art collections for many years and right now it is in the middle of celebrating the building’s bicentennial. Built around 1820, this house has been home to many of Cincinnati’s most prominent citizens and holds a National Historic Landmark title. Two…
Cincinnati-Based Chef Jackson Rouse Will Compete on ‘Guy’s Grocery Games’ Tonight
Cincinnati's talented chefs are no strangers to reality television food game shows — and one more familiar face will be taking the "stage" tonight. Chef Jackson Rouse, former executive chef of Queen City culinary spots like The Rookwood and Bauer Farm Kitchen, will battle it out on the Food Network's Guy's Grocery Games tonight (Sept. 30) at…
Cincinnati Named One of the 20 Most Vibrant Art Communities in the Nation
The Queen City's arts scene has experienced a strong and steady growth over the years and the nation is taking note of our progress: Cincinnati recently landed on Southern Methodist University's DataArts' annual Arts Vibrancy Index at No. 20. According to a press release from local ArtsWave, the index evaluates large-sized metropolitan areas that have a…
Inconsistent Ballot Application Data Leads to Undercount of Disenfranchised Voters in Ohio
Haley Belisle, a recent graduate of Ohio Northern University, was baffled this spring when the Hardin County Board of elections rejected her application to vote absentee in the state’s presidential primary. The problem was her signature on the application: It didn’t match her voter registration signature. “When I originally registered, I was just out of high…
Pre-Event Protest In Cleveland Antidote to Worst Presidential Debate in History
Hours before the sitting President of the United States refused to condemn white supremacy and sowed confusion and fear about the 2020 election in the most-watched televised political event of the season, more than 500 people gathered at Wade Lagoon in University Circle in Cleveland. The demonstration, organized by a coalition of local grassroots groups,…
Libertarian Presidential Candidate Jo Jorgensen on Marijuana, Small Government and the Problems with a Two-Party System
In the Libertarian Party, presidential candidates don’t pick their running mates; instead, they’re chosen by delegates at the nominating convention in a separate vote. This year’s presidential ticket resulted in the odd-couple pairing of Dr. Jo Jorgensen, an academic from South Carolina, and Jeremy “Spike” Cohen, a podcaster prankster who promises “a Waffle House on…
$10 Billion in Emergency Relief for Independent Music Venues Introduced in U.S. House Bill
After weeks of delays, a proposed federal bailout for independent music venues has taken a step forward. The U.S. House of Representatives on Monday amended the Heroes Act, a broad pandemic relief bill, to include provisions from the bipartisan Save Our Stages Act. If passed, the new package would include $10 billion in emergency grants for…
Up to 6,000 Fans Can Attend the Bengals vs. Jacksonville Jaguars Game at Paul Brown Stadium
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has adjusted the state's sports order to allow a limited number of fans into Paul Brown Stadium during two Bengals homes games this season: against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Oct. 4 and against the Cleveland Browns on Oct. 25. (Fans were also able to attend games at FirstEnergy Stadium in Cleveland…
Downtown’s Much-Anticipated Khora Restaurant Announces Opening Date in the Kinley Hotel
The 94-room boutique Kinley Hotel (from Marriott) has announced its opening date at 636 Race St. downtown, in the building where the old Payless shoe store once sat. The long-anticipated hotel will officially open on Oct. 22, along with its adjoining restaurant Khora and cafe/bar The Exchange. “Kinley will foster a sincere relationship between guests…
Beatles vs. Rolling Stones Tribute Bands Face Off in a Musical Showdown of Greatest Hits at Riverfront Live in the East End
It's an age old question for fans of popular Rock music (or even just humans who know the names of either of these two groups): Which band is better? The Beatles or the Rolling Stones? Thankfully, we have two dedicated tribute acts to help solve this musical morass: Abbey Road and Satisfaction – The International Rolling Stones Show. …
Northside’s Dojo Gelato Hosts Inaugural BAKED Pop-Up This Weekend
Northside's Dojo Gelato is getting baked this weekend. The neighborhood Italian-style creamery is hosting a pop-up bakery from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3, offering scratch-made biscuit sandwiches and pastries by Doug Faulkner. Visitors can expect biscuit sammies made with ham, cheddar and apple raisin compote; goetta and house grape jam; and…
Own a Piece of Kings Island’s Vortex Roller Coaster
Kings Island’s Vortex roller coaster was put to rest after its 33rd year in operation last year. According to the park, the Vortex opened in 1987 "as the tallest, full-circuit roller coaster with the highest drop in the world and the first roller coaster in the world with six inversions." And after 46 million rides, it reached…
This Spooktacular Ohio Car Wash Wants to Take You on a Haunted Ride This October
Northeast Ohio car wash chain Rainforest Car Wash is getting in the spooky spirit this season with their annual Haunted Car Wash. The themed event will take place only at their Medina location, and will be held for two weekends: Oct. 16-18 and Oct. 23-25. The family-friendly event is a socially distant way to enjoy the…
Experts: Trump Tax Returns Highlight Unequal Tax Code
The New York Times reported on Sunday that President Donald Trump paid a mere $750 in federal income taxes in 2016 and 2017. The revelations are a reminder of how the nation's tax system benefits the wealthy at the expense of middle-class and lower-income households. University of Kentucky Law Professor Jennifer Bird-Pollan said most Americans…
Tickets on Sale for Lebanon’s October Charm at the Farm Vintage Market
Lebanon's Charm at the Farm Vintage Market is selling tickets for its Oct. 16-18 market, held on a rustic and, as the event name suggests, charming 56-acre former Clydesdale horse farm. More than 115 artists, vendors and makers will be set up to sell vintage items, clothing, furniture and home decor. In addition to goods,…
Ohio Ranked One of the Safest States in America for Schools to Reopen
School is back in session — whether that be from your kitchen table, at your local school, or a combination of both. And personal finance website WalletHub (aka the curator of many rankings and reports unrelated to finance) has named Ohio one of America's top 10 safest states for schools to reopen. School systems throughout…
The Eagle Opens Nighttime Fried Chicken Carry-Out in Mason’s Maplewood Kitchen + Bar
Thunderdome Restaurant Group is combining two of its popular dining concepts out in Mason. As of Monday, Oct. 5, The Eagle — Over-the-Rhine's fried chicken destination — will be opening up an evening carry-out, operating out of Mason's Maplewood Kitchen + Bar location. From 8 a.m.-3 p.m. during the day, Maplewood will serve its West…
As the Presidential Debates Start: What About Climate Change?
Folks from around Ohio will tune in to watch the first presidential debate tonight in Cleveland, and some environmental groups are hoping they won't see a rerun. In the past two presidential races, candidates were not asked a single question about climate change by a debate moderator. National Wildlife Federation president and CEO Collin O'Mara…
Graeter’s Pumpkin Pie Ale is Back at Braxton Brewing Co.
Braxton Brewing Co, and Graeter's have once again teamed up for a sweet seasonal beer release: Grater's Pumpkin Pie Ale. The beer, inspired by the scoop shop's Pumpkin Pie ice cream flavor, is brewed with fresh pumpkins, lactose and pumpkin pie spices. The brewery says, "Notes of golden brown pie crust are created by brown…
Pig Candy BBQ Kitchen & Carryout to Open Near Coney Island This Winter
A new restaurant is coming to the area around Coney Island in California, Ohio, near the recently opened Dead Low Brewing and forthcoming bike trail connecting the neighborhood to Lunken Airport. (The restaurant's logo is a pig riding a bicycle as a nod to the trail.) Pig Candy BBQ Kitchen & Carryout is slated to…
Ohio Department of Health Says to Avoid These Halloween Activities
The Ohio Department of Health has released a series of recommendations for how to safely handle Halloween and festive fall activities during the pandemic — and which events to scrap/avoid entirely. But that doesn't mean Halloween won't be fun in 2020. What's more fun than getting super creative with your masks? (The CDC would like…
Over-the-Rhine Incubator Findlay Kitchen Launches Curated Monthly Artisan Food Box
Over-the-Rhine incubator Findlay Kitchen is aimed at helping culinary entrepreneurs as they develop their brands. And to give the public more access to these food start-ups — especially in the time of COVID — Findlay Kitchen has launched Findlay Kitchen Curated, a monthly artisan food box featuring a rotating selection of goods from members of…
Veteran-Owned Rebel Mettle Brewery is Now Open in Downtown’s Historic West Fourth District
Cincinnati's Central Business District just welcomed its first craft brewery in almost two decades. Rebel Mettle opened its doors on Sept. 12 in downtown's Historic West Fourth District at 412 Central Ave. The lager-focused brewery was founded by U.S. Air Force veteran Michael Brown, who shares a passion for brews and his community. “Rebel Mettle is focused…
Cincinnati Chinese Families Share Traditional Moon Festival Recipes During GCCEA’s Virtual Food Tour
Local nonprofit the Greater Cincinnati Chinese Cultural Exchange Association is taking its Moon Festival celebrations online this year with a Virtual Food Tour, featuring daily recipes and stories from local Chinese families. The 2020 Moon Festival, or Mid-Autumn Festival, takes place Oct. 1. Held during the 15th day of the eighth month of the traditional Chinese…
Cincinnati Art Museum’s Outdoor Art Climb to Transform into Voter Registration Hub and Activity Zone
The Cincinnati Art Museum is transforming its nine-story outdoor staircase the Art Climb into a voting activity hub on Saturday, Oct. 3. From 11 a.m.-2 p.m., "Art, Climb, VOTE" — a partnership with For Freedoms, Wave Pool and ArtWorks — will feature art projects, free food and a chance to update/fill out your voter registration form.…
Singer/Songwriter Jewel and Kroger Take the Wellness Your Way Fest Online for World Mental Health Day Summit & Concert
In 2018, Kroger and singer/songwriter Jewel co-founded the Wellness Your Way Festival, a locally produced "life-altering weekend experience to kick-start your journey to a healthy lifestyle.” Previous celeb-packed events in 2018 and 2019 at the Duke Energy Convention Center included a big roster of health and fitness headliners, wellness experts and other famous faces — Perez…
Ziggy the Nurse Shark is Back at Newport Aquarium After Doing Rehab for a Spinal Deformity
One of the Newport Aquarium's longest term residents is back in the Surrounded by Sharks habitat after a stint doing physical rehab. Ziggy the nurse shark has been at the aquarium since it opened in 1999 and has always dealt with a spinal deformity "that slowed her down but never kept her down," the aquarium says. …
Saluting Ohio’s ‘Selfless, Courageous’ Child Protection Workers
Throughout September, some of the first responders for Ohio families in crisis have been lauded for their commitment. During Workforce Development Month, state agencies and organizations have honored the extraordinary efforts of Children Services professionals during the pandemic and shared their stories on social media. As an Alternative Response Caseworker at Athens County Children Services,…
What Trump and Biden Should Debate at Cleveland Clinic: Why the Hospital’s Private Police Mostly Arrest Black People
ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up to receive their biggest stories as soon as they’re published. A few minutes after noon on a September day in 2018, Jacarvi Jackson and Darcell Williams were crossing Euclid Avenue, a main road through Cleveland’s medical area. Both of them worked for a vendor that…
Remembering Larry Thomas, Owner of Indie Theater ‘The Movies’, and His Influential Place in Cincinnati History
Before Larry Thomas — who died Sept. 9 at age 73 — opened Cincinnati’s The Movies Repertory Cinema in 1980, the following theaters had tried some variation of an art/indie/documentaries/classics format in the 1970s: The 20th Century, Studio, Place, Alpha, Mount Adams, Union Terminal, Bijou-Roxy-Ritz, Beacon Hill, Midtowne (formerly The Guild) and probably some others.…
Broadway in Cincinnati Releases Updated 2021 Schedule for the Aronoff Center
Broadway in Cincinnati has just released an updated schedule for its 2021 season at the Aronoff Center — now held over to 2021-2022 — with several productions rescheduled and postponed due to restrictions around COVID-19. Originally released in February, the upcoming season is one of the best in recent memory and features touring productions from New York…
Andre the Dachshund Wins Oktoberfest Zinzinnati’s Running of the Wieners
Andre the dachshund is the winning wiener of Oktoberfest Zinzinnati's 2020 Running of the Wieners. And just like Oktoberfest moved its massive in-person festival from a large downtown gathering to "In Za Haus" and smaller restaurants and bars, so too did this year's Running of the Wieners welcome a format change. Instead of proud pet…
Self-Serve Food Stations Allowed to Reopen Under Amended Dine Safe Ohio Order
Interim Director of the Ohio Department of Health Lance Himes has signed a third amended Dine Safe Ohio Order, which now allows self-service food stations to reopen. Basically, that means you can get yourself a gas station hot dog or grab your own donut. (Big news for Speedway hot dog fans.) However, you still cannot…
Haunted Walking Tours of Covington are Back via American Legacy Tours
American Legacy Tours is beefing up their spooky season offerings with a Covington Haunted & Historic Tour. According to the description, this three-quarters-of-a-mile jaunt explains "the drama that unfolded in this town, and eventually turned neighbors against each other. In the 1860s, wealthy slave holding families who help finance the rebellion lived doors down from…
Dump Your Antifreeze and Batteries: Hamilton County’s Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Day is Oct. 24
Do you have a bunch of useless flammable liquids lying around the house? Or what about antifreeze, batteries, fertilizers, oil-based paint or dead LED bulbs? Safely dispose of them during Hamilton County's Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Day on Oct. 24. From 9 a.m.-2 p.m. that Saturday, you can bring any of the icky and dangerous materials…
Juneteenth Is Now an Official Paid Holiday in Hamilton County
On Thursday, the Hamilton County Board of Commissioners unanimously voted to make Juneteenth a paid holiday in Hamilton County. Starting June 19, 2021, all county employees will have a paid day off. "I can't think of a more worthy holiday to have," said Commissioner Stephanie Summerow Dumas before Thursday's vote. The resolution, introduced by Commissioner…
Screen Time and Vision: Protecting Kids’ Eyes with Healthy Habits as School Shifts to Virtual and Blended Learning
The shift to virtual and blended learning to reduce the spread of COVID-19 could have an unintended consequence for children's vision. Chief Eye Care Officer with UnitedHealthcare Dr. Scott Edmonds explained the increased screen time raises the risk of digital eye strain and possible retinal damage from high-energy blue light. He said looking at a…
Gov. DeWine Won’t Condemn Trump’s Refusal to Say He’ll Respect Election Results
Add Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine to the list of Republican officials who say the will of the voters will be respected in November while declining to condemn President Trump for refusing to say the same thing. Trump was asked Wednesday in a press conference if he would commit to a peaceful transfer of power in January regardless…
Netflix Has a Sequel to Horror-Comedy ‘The Babysitter,’ and Thankfully It Doesn’t Suck
When The Babysitter debuted on Netflix in 2017, horror movie fans, including yours truly, fell madly in love with Samara Weaving, who played the titular character, Bee, a loving, charismatic mentor to young Cole (Judah Lewis), who also happened to be the leader of a fanatical blood cult. The film was a raucous, gory delight, and…
What Will Happen When COVID-19 and the Flu Collide This Fall?
The specter of a “twindemic” — two epidemics at the same time — looms as cold and flu season is set to start in October in the Northern Hemisphere. No one can predict what will happen when flu meets COVID-19, but public health officials are urging people to prepare for the worst. In this case,…
University of Cincinnati Study Suggests Silk Face Masks May Protect Better Than Cotton or Synthetic Masks
Due to the continued limited supply of medical-grade personal protective equipment — and the need for the general public to buy/wear/make cloth face masks to stop the spread of COVID-19 — researchers at the University of Cincinnati did their research thing and may have found a new and optimum fabric for masks: silk. "Next to…
Bonnaroo to Stream Virtual Roo-Ality Festival This Weekend
Tennessee's Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival was postponed from its original June dates to September because of concerns around the coronavirus. Then the 2020 fest was canceled altogether. Slated to be headlined by Lizzo, Tool and Tame Impala this year, a special virtual event will take place during the rescheduled Sept. 24-27, 2020 dates instead. The lineup looks a…
Cartridge Brewing to Open in Maineville’s Historic ‘Powder Factory’ This Fall
A long-abandoned and well-known historic Maineville factory will once again operate — but not in an industrial sense. A portion of the Peters Cartridge Factory, aka “The Powder Factory” to locals, is being transformed into a brewery and restaurant called Cartridge Brewing, slated to open this fall. The space, located along the Little Miami Bike…
New Graphic Novel ‘Kent State: Four Dead in Ohio’ Has Much to Offer in Our Current Climate
Cleveland writer and artist Derf Backderf (aka John Backderf) was only 10 years old when the National Guard descended on Kent State in May of 1970 and killed four students after firing into a crowd of protestors. But like many, the tragic events left a lasting impression on him, and, he says, a lasting impression on…
Life Is Meaningless: Feel Nothing While Slamming Curly Fries at Northside Yacht Club’s Nihilist Arby’s Pop-Up
As Nietzsche once said, "God is dead." But beef and cheddars are not. They exist and proof can be found Friday, Sept. 25 through Thursday, Oct. 1 at Northside Yacht Club's Nihilist Arby's pop-up, the first of its kind. "Legendary musician, Punk rocker and Nihilist Arby’s twitter account owner/operator Brendan Kelly has given us the…
Cincinnati’s Terrace Plaza Hotel Is One of America’s 11 Most Endangered Historic Places
Downtown Cincinnati's Terrace Plaza Hotel has been placed on the National Trust for Historic Preservation's list of the 11 most endangered historic places in America. "The Terrace Plaza is an architecturally innovative building that helps tell the story of ground-breaking female architects like Natalie de Blois, who was a key part of the International Style building’s design,"…
Grand Jury Declines to Indict Louisville Officers for Breonna Taylor’s Death; One Officer Charged for Stray Gunfire
Three officers involved in a raid on a Louisville woman's home that resulted in her shooting will not face charges for her death. On Wednesday, a Jefferson County Grand Jury reviewing the investigation into the death of Breonna Taylor issued an indictment — but for only one of the Louisville Metro Police Department officers involved…
Teaming Up to Tackle Child Hunger in Ohio
Children's advocacy groups say childhood hunger is a dire problem in Ohio, but it isn't impossible to solve. Up to 17 million children in the U.S. aren't getting the food they need, including roughly one in five Ohio kids. Eleni Towns, associate director for the No Kid Hungry Campaign, contends gains made over the last 10 years…
Before Limiting Ballot Drop Boxes to One Per County, Ohio Election Officials Secretly Consulted Promoter of Debunked Voting Fraud Fears
ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up to receive their biggest stories as soon as they’re published. Stay up to date with email updates about WNYC and ProPublica’s investigations into the president’s business practices. On July 15, a civil rights group formed by Black union workers called on the Ohio secretary of state to…
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and Pops to Stream Fall Concerts in Simulcast at Fountain Square and Washington Park
After canceling their in-person concerts for the fall and winter, the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and Cincinnati Pops are producing a new series of reprogrammed performances that will be livestreamed on their website and social media channels, as well as via giant screens at Fountain Square and Washington Park. The CSO is now offering four concerts…
Hey All You Weenie Lovers: Over-the-Rhine’s Longfellow Bar is Throwing a Sausage Fest
Hey all you weenie lovers: Head to Over-the-Rhine's Longfellow bar this Saturday, Sept. 26 for a good ol' fashioned sausage fest. Just to be quite clear, we're talking about a wholesome patio grill out, featuring some Lithuanian sausages made from a recipe courtesy of bar owner Mike Stankovich's grandfather Al. According to the event page,…
Greater Cincinnati Restaurant Week Is Back with $26-$46 Three-Course Meals for Dine-In and Carry-Out
Greater Cincinnati Restaurant Week returns Sept. 28-Oct. 4, offering a variety of specially crafted three-course dinners (and sometimes lunches) at your favorite local restaurants. Pricing runs the gamut from $16 for a lunch trio to $46 for a multi-course dinner. Participating restaurants include: Alfio’s Buon Cibo, Brown Dog Cafe, Butcher & Barrel, Chart House, Chè, Coppin’s…
Downtown’s Metropole at 21c Museum Hotel Hires a New Executive Chef
A nationally lauded chef has taken the reins as executive chef at downtown's 21c Museum Hotel and Metropole restaurant. Chef Vanessa Miller left her stamp on restaurants across the Northeast and New York City prior to returning to Cincinnati. At age 24, Miller was the youngest female executive chef in NYC when she opened The…
Ohio Ranked One of the Top 10 States in America to Visit This Fall
Great news all you fall fans (which is basically a third of Americans per this poll)! According to a small study done by LawnStarter (literally a lawn care service website), Ohio is the sixth best state to visit this fall — and you already live here. Our sixth place status puts up there with the…
Feminist Icon Gloria Steinem to Host Virtual Discussion on Voter Suppression with National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
Feminist icon Gloria Steinem will be hosting a lecture titled "Unpacking Voter Suppression: A Virtual Discussion with Gloria Steinem” in October with the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. The digital lecture takes place 7 p.m. Oct. 22 via Zoom. Steinem, a sociopolitical activist, best-selling author and lecturer rose to prominence in the 1960s for her pursuit…
Hamilton’s Pinball Garage Bar Features Over 30 Vintage and Modern Machines
The City of Hamilton isn't playing any games when it comes to their exciting new business additions. However, one of the neighborhood's more recent ventures is sure to offer a good time. Owner Brad Baker opened his pinball arcade and bar, Pinball Garage, over the summer in downtown Hamilton, with a slew of bars, restaurants,…
Blood Donations Show That the United States is Still Nowhere Near COVID Herd Immunity
To better understand how widely the coronavirus has spread in the United States, some researchers are turning to an unusual source of data: blood donations. In an effort to encourage more donations, many blood collection centers have been offering to test donated blood for antibodies to the coronavirus, which indicates a past infection with SARS-CoV-2, the…
Submit a Video of Your Dachshund Running to Compete in Oktoberfest Zinzinnati’s 2020 Virtual Running of the Wieners
Oktoberfest Zinzinnati may have moved "In Za Haus" (and into restaurants and bars) this year instead of hosting the traditional second-largest Oktoberfest gathering in the world, but traditions haven't changed. The World's Largest Chicken Dance is still took place (on Sept. 19) and, yes, the annual Running of the Wieners is still happening — just…
Outdoor Tours of Music Hall Return
Shuttered to the public since March as a result of COVID-19, the exterior of Music Hall is once again open to exploration via tours hosted by the Friends of Music Hall — a volunteer organization with a "mission to preserve, improve, promote and provide education" about the iconic building. Built in 1878, this impressive structure is full…
An Appalachian Gothic, Hellfire Evangelicalism and Generational Trauma Run Deep in Tom Holland-Starring ‘The Devil All the Time’
Hellfire evangelicalism runs deep in Antonio Campos’ The Devil All the Time, a Netflix original adapted from Donald Ray Pollock’s novel of the same name. An Appalachian Gothic, it carries the aftertaste of a Coen Brothers film through its poetic dialogue and tangled narrative. From the start, the plot makes its point: This is a…
Ohio Sen. Rob Portman: Precedent for Supreme Court Vote ‘Very Clear,’ ‘No One Should Be Surprised By This’
Saying the precedent is "clear," "very clear" and "couldn't be clearer," Ohio Sen. Rob Portman told reporters yesterday that his dedication to a vote on President Trump's impending nominee to fill a Supreme Court seat, who will be announced a mere 40 or so days before the election, in no way contradicts his 2016 stance arguing that…
Davis Cookie Collection Opens Its Bond Hill Brick-and-Mortar Bakery This Fall
Cincinnati's Bond Hill neighborhood is about to get a little sweeter with the brick-and-mortar addition of a much-anticipated bakery called Davis Cookie Collection. The cookie-centric bakeshop hosts its grand opening on Oct. 10 and is located at 4926 Reading Road. The permanent digs are a long time coming for the bakery, which first launched in…
Sounds of Lockdown: Cincinnati Musician Kent Meloy Releases Two Albums of Music as a Balm for Cabin Fever
Given the productive year he had just experienced, longtime local musician/producer/filmmaker Kent Meloy was feeling pretty good about his 2020 prospects. After a long Cincinnati band run that included Collins Gate in the 1990s, and Staring at the Sun, Kid Jupiter and Kelp in the new millennium, Meloy had finally released his first solo album,…
The Ohio Renaissance Festival Hosts Limited-Capacity Magical Days, Madrigal Knights for Medieval Fun and Feasting
Even though the Ohio Renaissance Festival has been canceled this year due to COVID-19 — and quite a few of the entertainers have chosen to “bow out for the season” for personal safety reasons — hope is not lost for those of you who wish to don some Elizabethan cosplay. For just a few days…
Lunken Airport’s Iconic Sky Galley Restaurant Has Closed
The Sky Galley restaurant and bar inside of Lunken Airport has closed. Owner Kirby Brakvill, who took over the eatery in 1999 when it was called "Wings," posted a heartfelt thank you and farewell letter on Facebook. "After heartfelt consideration and weighing numerous factors, I realized that the continued operation of Sky Galley was no…
CDC Releases COVID Safety Guidelines for Halloween and Trick-or-Treating
Think trick-or-treating might not be the best idea during a global pandemic? You're right: You get a candy bar — just don't accept it from someone else's house. The Centers for Disease Control has released their guidelines for how to stay safe while celebrating various fall holidays from Halloween to Día de los Muertos and…
Young Ohio Voters Encouraged to Register for November
The deadline to register to vote in Ohio is Monday, October 5, and some advocacy groups are racing to get the word out with six weeks left before the November election. Felice Nudelman is executive director of the American Democracy Project, which works on youth voter engagement on college campuses across the country. She noted…
‘Potter Pub Crawl’ Brings Wizards, Witches and Muggles Out of the Cupboard Under the Stairs and into OTR Bars
Accio, alcohol! The fourth-annual Potter Pub Crawl through Over-the-Rhine invites muggles, wizards, witches and everyone in between to imbibe many potions as they make their way through the Drinkery, Below Zero Lounge, Mr. Pitiful's and Treehouse Bar. With social distancing in mind, the crawl offers customized routes per "house," with colored wristbands to distinguish into…
It’s National Voter Registration Day, the Perfect Time to Check if You’re Registered to Vote in Ohio. Here’s How.
Sept. 22 is National Voter Registration Day, which means today is as good a time as any to check to see if you are: Registered to vote Your registration is up to date But, you ask, how does one do that? The answer is simple! All you need to do is go to this link olvr.ohiosos.gov.…
Historic House Vote to Decriminalize Marijuana Is Postponed as Moderates Pump the Brakes
The U.S. House of Representatives’ long-awaited vote to decriminalize marijuana on the federal level has been postponed until after Election Day, drawing criticism from pot advocates. The House was scheduled to vote next week on the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act, which would remove cannabis from the Controlled Substances Act, expunge some criminal…
Cincinnati Public Schools to Return to the Classroom in October
Starting Monday, Oct. 5, Cincinnati Public Schools will be heading back to the classroom. The CPS Board of Education has voted for students to return to school using a blended learning model, where the kids will be divided into two groups: Group A and Group B. Group A will attend in-person learning on Tuesdays and…
Comedian Hannibal Buress Discusses the Drive-In Stand-Up Tour Bringing Him to Indianapolis and Columbus
Specifically created for drive-in theaters, Hannibal Buress's Let's See How This Goes tour kicks off today at the Aut-O-rama Twin Drive-In in Cleveland. The five-date run supports Buress’ new comedy special, Miami Nights. Buress has also released the first episode of Splitting 10s, his new podcast series that finds him talking about sports gambling, blackjack, and gambling…
Cincy’s Interactive After-School Camp cARTwheel Offers Hands-On Arts and Culture Activities Led By Online Counselors
Cincinnati's virtual arts and culture-centric Camp cARTwheel made a big impact this summer for children throughout the community and beyond. And with some help from organizations, artists and supporters, the interactive online camp will continue into the new year. Camp cARTwheel held its inaugural session over the summer, after the majority of camps were canceled…
Infamous ‘Blumpkin’ Beer Returns to Bellevue’s Darkness Brewing
That's right, y'all: Blumpkin season is back. For all you folks who spent a little too much time on Urban Dictionary growing up, get your mind out of the damn gutter: We're talking about the seasonal black pumpkin ale from Bellevue's Darkness Brewing! The brewery is welcoming back their fall brew with a Blumpkin Release…
Cincinnati and Ohio Valley Hard Hit by USPS Delivery Delays Under Trump Appointee
On-time mail delivery has plummeted under Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, a Republican megadonor whom Donald Trump appointed in June, the Guardian reports. Certain postal districts, including the Ohio Valley's, saw on-time delivery rates fall this summer from roughly 91% — when DeJoy was appointed — to 69.7% for first-class mail. (Northern Ohio's rate dropped to as…
Three Ohioans Are Cycling from Cincinnati to Cleveland to Raise Awareness About Suicide Prevention
September is National Suicide Awareness Month and to bring attention to this health crisis, three Ohioans — Devin Gonzales, Sam Woodward and Jacob Jones — are bicycling from Cincinnati to Cleveland starting Sept. 23 in a Ride for Hope. The trio will bike almost 350 miles in five days to "make sure that suicide —…
Cincinnati Funk Icon Bootsy Collins to Drop New Album, ‘The Power of the One’
The ever funky Bootsy Collins has announced he's dropping a new album in October. The Power of the One is out Oct. 23 on Bootzilla Records/Sweetwater Studios. “Music is always a soother, a healer, and that’s how I want to use this record,” Bootsy says. “The Power of the One is what pulls us through. Everyone…
Here’s a List of the 2020 Emmy Award Winners
The 72nd Emmy Awards were handed out Sunday, Sept. 20 to actors, actresses and various other TV celebrities, writers, directors and creatives in a ceremony hosted by Jimmy Kimmel. Nominees and winners were streamed into the celebration and onto our TVs from their respective Emmy hubs (homes, apartments, hotels; wherever they set up to get…
Ohio’s Appalachian Region Was Already Losing Child Care Providers. Then the Pandemic Hit.
This article was provided by Eye on Ohio, the nonprofit, nonpartisan Ohio Center for Journalism in partnership with the nonprofit newsroom, The Fuller Project. Join Eye on Ohio’s free mailing list or the mailing list for the Fuller Project as this helps them provide more public service reporting. The children at Stephanie Geneseo’s home-based child care center dart around in astronaut helmets…
Oakley’s Eighth-Annual Pup Crawl Fundraiser Returns This Weekend
The Oakley Pup Crawl returns this weekend (Sunday, Sept. 27) for its eighth-annual fundraising neighborhood celebration. Benefitting the National Canine Cancer Foundation, the crawl raised over $55,000 last year and funded two research grants — and raised awareness for canine cancer. The event will take over Madison Road from MadTree Brewing to Rooted Juicery, with nine…
Contradicting 2016 Stance, Ohio Sen. Rob Portman Now Supports Supreme Court Nominations Before Election
Stunning two or three people, Rob Portman, Senator from the state of Ohio, issued a statement late Saturday evening regarding the vacant seat on the Supreme Court that directly contradicted his fervent and widely disseminated statements from a mere four years ago concerning a very similar scenario. I look forward to seeing who President @realDonaldTrump…
Covington’s Molly Malone’s Celebrates Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day with Kegs & Eggs and Green Beer
COVID-19 put the kibosh on Covington Irish bar Molly Malone's traditional giant St. Patrick's Day bash so the pub is pulling out all the stops for the September half-way point to the saint's name day. "We missed out on St. Patrick’s day this March, closed the doors the day before on the 16th, there’s no…
UC Professor’s Email Dubbed “Xenophobic” by Dean Goes Viral
As students return to classes this fall, COVID-related precautions are at the forefront of nearly everyone's mind. However, the assurance of safety and the flexibility to adapt to the new "normal" as it pertains to large group settings is not a sentiment that seems to be shared by everyone. A tweet by a University of…
College Athletes Show Signs of Possible Heart Injury After COVID-19
Amid growing concerns that a bout of COVID-19 might damage the heart, a small study is reporting signs of an inflammatory heart condition in college athletes who had the infection. More than two dozen male and female competitive athletes at Ohio State University underwent magnetic resonance imaging of their hearts in the weeks to months…
College Hill’s Hollywood Drive-In Theater Extends Season Through October with Some Spooky Double Features
Starting this May, the parking lot of College Hill's historic Hollywood Theatre was transformed into a summertime drive-in theater, with different films screened each night. And due to popular demand, its season — slated to end Labor Day — has been extended through Oct. 31, offering both family-friendly and spooky double features. Films are projected…
Ohio Regulators Decline to Force FirstEnergy to Hire an Independent Auditor to Review HB6 Spending
This article is provided by Eye on Ohio, the nonprofit, nonpartisan Ohio Center for Journalism in partnership with the nonprofit Energy News Network. Please join their free mailing list or the mailing list for the Energy New Network as this helps them provide more public service reporting. Regulators are requiring FirstEnergy to show that its Ohio utility ratepayers didn’t foot the…
Noomi Rapace Seeks Nazi Vengeance in New Film ‘The Secrets We Keep’
Two Swedes star in the 1950s kipnap-and-torture knockoff The Secrets We Keep, which opens this week at select theaters (and on demand Oct. 16). Noomi Rapace, (alum of the original Girl with the Dragon Tattoo franchise, Amazon's Jack Ryan and Prometheus), plays Maja, a Romanian woman living with her husband and son in small-town USA, who seeks vengeance on a man (Robocop's , ) she believes was…
A Late Show’s Stephen Colbert Finds Cincinnati Chili ‘Confusing’
A Late Show with Stephen Colbert's Stephen Colbert wants to make sure people vote this Election Day — and know how to in their specific states — so he's crafted a series on YouTube called "Better Know a Ballot," with an accompanying website: betterknowaballot.com. It's a state-by-state voting guide "explaining how to vote easily, early and…
McDonald’s Is Giving Away Its New Spicy Chicken Nuggets. Prepare Your GI Tract.
You probably respect your intestinal tract, so you probably don’t know that McDonald’s now has spicy McNuggets (even this writer, whose eating habits resemble those of a trash panda, had no clue). Well, the fast food chain wants you to be very aware of the first flavor change since the classic McNugget debuted in 1983, so it’s…
Residents of Lincoln Heights Want a Cincinnati Police Gun Range Moved — and Some on Cincinnati City Council are Considering It
Alicia Franklin's 4-year-old son is terrified to go outside most days during the daylight hours due to the almost constant sound of gunfire and occasional shouting and explosions coming from a location about 500 yards from their Lincoln Heights home. Her oldest son struggles to concentrate on the schoolwork he is doing remotely during the…
Cincinnati, Cleveland Among Top 10 Poorest Big Cities
Cleveland and Cincinnati may not share the same opinions on football or chili, but they do have one thing in common, and it's nothing to brag about — they're both among the poorest cities in the United States. New Census data released yesterday reveals Ohio is the only state to have two large cities ranked among…
Cincinnati Weekend Weather Haikus (Sept. 18-20)
Time to get cozy: Temps will fall over the weekend; it's sweater weather. (Weekend weather data obtained from the National Weather Service.) FRIDAY, Sept. 18 Chilly air is here: The high might reach 69. A slight north wind blows. Friday night: Find a warm jacket. The temp falls to 45. A cloudless, clear night. SATURDAY,…
Cincinnati Songwriter Curt Kiser Returns with a New Carriers Single and a Serious Desire to Do More
Curt Kiser could be the poster boy for the old adage, “All good things come to those who wait.” After he parted ways in 2013 with local band Pomegranates, Kiser retreated from music other than occasional guitar accompaniment at church services. But within two years he had come up with a songwriting/performing project that he…
Indoor Artisan Makers Market The Exchange Coming to Newport on the Levee
More changes are coming to Newport on the Levee, which opened its super hip Bridgeview Box Park outdoor dining and drinking hub in the space where Mitchell's Fish Market used to be this June. Now, North American Properties — which manages the Levee's redevelopment — is turning the first floor of the former Barnes & Noble bookstore…
After Canceling 100th-Anniversary Season Due to COVID, Cincinnati Opera Announces Plans for 2021
Cincinnati Opera's 100th-anniversary season was canceled this year due to the coronavirus pandemic. But, as they say, "the show must go on." And Evans Mirageas, artistic director of the Cincinnati Opera (CO), is ready for a show-stopping year. Mirageas announced the opera's 2021 Summer Festival line-up, which includes several world premiere performances that had been planned for…
Camp Washington’s Wave Pool Gallery and Community Hub Hosts Virtual Telethon and Variety Show Fundraiser
Camp Washington community hub and art gallery Wave Pool is hosting a very Wave Pool-ish fundraiser from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Sept. 25 and 26. Titled "Not Just For Show," this virtual telethon and variety show vill feature "24 hours of over 100 artists and performers sharing their talents as well as heartfelt testimonials from community…
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine Signs Bill Restricting… Gov. Mike DeWine
This week, Gov. Mike DeWine signed a bill aimed at blocking a key player in the state’s pandemic response: Mike DeWine. Granted, the legislation in question does not name DeWine or single-out the office of governor, but his signature on House Bill 272 does prohibit “any agent of the state” — including elected officials like…
Alleged Neo-Nazi who Carried Anti-Semitic Sign at Ohio COVID Protest Pleads Guilty to Gun Charge
An alleged neo-Nazi with an extensive criminal history who raised an anti-Semitic sign at a protest of the coronavirus quarantine pleaded guilty to a federal weapons charge last week. Police arrested Matthew Paul Slatzer, 36, at Fast Times Pub in Canton on Feb. 2. Slatzer, who was intoxicated, was accused of unlawfully possessing a .38 caliber…
Insomnia Cookies Honors Educators by Offering Free Cookies to Teachers This September
Teachers are the best. Not only do they deal with your kids for about 180 days of the year, they usually do it with a smile, too. Teachers across the Queen City had to adapt quickly and put on a brave face when the pandemic swept across the nation. They not only had to go…
Independent Auditor to Review Cincinnati Homicide Case DNA Database Following Innocence Project Suit
The Cincinnati Police Department has agreed to hand over DNA database reports and homicide case records to a "court-appointed, independent auditor" after the New York-based Innocence Project and local law firm Gerhardstein & Branch negotiated a settlement with the city. The goal is to see if DNA evidence that would have identified alternate suspects was properly…
Cincinnati City Councilmember Kearney Calls for Public Hearing on CPD’s Lincoln Heights Gun Range
Cincinnati City Councilmember Jan-Michele Lemon Kearney has filed an official motion to request a public hearing about the Cincinnati Police Department's gun range, located in Evendale, near Lincoln Heights and Woodlawn. In a release, Kearney says children from Lincoln Heights Elementary School started their first day of classes with the sound of gunshots in the background.…
Kings Island’s New Tricks and Treats Family-Friendly Fall Festival is Almost Here
Kings Island is undergoing an autumnal transformation in preparation for their inaugural family-friendly Halloween event, Tricks and Treats Fall Fest. The festival kicks off Sept. 26 and will welcome guests on Saturdays and Sundays through Nov. 1 to celebrate the season with festive food and drink, activities and entertainment. This year, in addition to their…
Cincinnati Arts Association Screens “John Lewis: Good Trouble” Documentary with Virtual Panel Discussion
The Cincinnati Arts Association is hosting a screening of Magnolia Pictures' documentary John Lewis: Good Trouble. John Lewis: Good Trouble, which was released in early July, is about Freedom Rider and Congressman John Lewis’ legacy of activism and legislative action on civil rights, voting rights, gun control, health care reform and immigration all told through…
Demands for Police Accountability Continue as Louisville Pays Breonna Taylor’s Family
Six months after Louisville police officers shot and killed 26-year-old Breonna Taylor in her home, city officials announced this week they will pay her family $12 million, one of the highest settlement amounts ever paid for the wrongful death of a Black woman. The three police officers involved in the shooting have not been criminally charged. Tara…
Big Ten Conference to Resume College Football in October
Big news for Big Ten football fans and college football fans in general: The Big Ten Council of Presidents and Chancellors has voted to start the football season on Oct. 23/24. They previously said Big Ten football was canceled for the 2020 season. The Big Ten Council of Presidents and Chancellors (COP/C) adopted significant medical…
“Active Threat Situation” Resolved at Butler County’s Edgewood High School, After-School Activities Resume
According to a statement from Butler County's Edgewood schools, an "active threat situation" has been resolved at Edgewood High School, an arrest has been made and after-school activities are resuming today, Sept. 16. "Early this morning, our district was notified by the Butler County Sheriff Office that an Edgewood High School freshman and another unidentified…
Newport’s Jerry’s Jug House Celebrates Oktoberfest with Friday Night Sausage Grill-Out
Northern Kentucky neighborhood bar Jerry's Jug House is getting into the Bavarian spirit in honor of Oktoberfest Zinzinnati — which is now being held as a citywide celebration due to the coronavirus — with German brews and a special Friday night sausage grill-out. Starting at 4 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 18, the bar will be serving…
East Walnut Hills’ Branch Reopens for Multi-Course Weekend Carry-Out Combos
Littlefield Restaurant Group's East Walnut Hills restaurant Branch is reopening for business after closing its doors due to the pandemic — but with a twist. Each week, chef Shoshannah Anderson and her team will be creating four separate crowd-favorite entrees: one for Thursday, one for Friday, one for Saturday and one for Sunday. An email from…
Newport’s Think Tank Flotation and Wellness Offering “Pay What You Can Last Minute Floats”
We're all in need of a little therapy after the year we've had. And Newport's Think Tank Flotation and Wellness wants to make it even easier for folks who need it to receive their unique offering of holistic treatment. Co-owner of the Northern Kentucky business, Joe Daniels, announced on Sept. 16 that on days he…
Seventh-Annual Loveland Food Truck Rally Goes Grab-and-Go with Nine Different Trucks, Plus Wine and Beer
If you're looking for a place to try some yummy treats — or to shake up your carry-out routine — look no further than the the seventh-annual Loveland Food Truck Rally's Grab & Go event 4-9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19 at the Shoppers Haven Center parking lot (675 Loveland-Madeira Road). This family-friendly food truck party is…
Good vs. Gooder Debate Card Party Game Launched by Cincinnati Nonprofit Bespoken
Greater Cincinnati nonprofit Bespoken — which "exists to create transcendent entertainment by gathering a group of people together to tell stories" — has launched a new party game focused on the good — and gooder — things in life. Good vs. Gooder was created with the concept that "what the world needs right now is…
Make Sure Your Vote Counts with This Ohio Voting Guide
[Read the League of Women Voters 2020 Voter Guide — with Unbiased Info About Each Federal, State and Local Candidate — here.] In September, after Secretary of State Frank LaRose's proposition to make voting in the state easier by prepaying for mail-in ballot postage was denied by the Ohio Controlling Board, he said: “Ohio has…
Downtown’s Moerlein Lager House Celebrates Oktoberfest with German Brews, Bites and Backyard Beer Garden
Oktoberfest Zinzinnati might look a tad bit different this year, but you can count on one thing for sure — downtown's Moerlein Lager House will remain an essential destination for the annual Bavarian celebration. The Queen City's Oktoberfest party is known as largest in the nation, and second largest in the world — with Munich's,…
Beshear: Kentucky Bars Can Now Serve Alcohol Until 11 p.m.
As of 4 p.m. Tuesday, Gov. Andy Beshear has added an hour to the curfew for Kentucky bars. Bars can now serve alcohol until 11 p.m. and have to close by midnight, compared to the previous regulations that stated last call at Kentucky bars was 10 p.m. and they had to cease all operations by…
Free Frozen Meals and Produce Boxes Being Distributed in Roselawn Today
September is Hunger Action Month and frozen food brand Tiller & Hatch has partnered with the Freestore Foodbank to donate almost 30,000 meals to be distributed to anyone in need. The meals will be handed out by volunteers and the Ohio National Guard via a drive-up/drive-thru system starting at noon at the P&G MLB Cincinnati Reds…
Rehabbed Cincinnati Zoo Manatees Pippen and Truffleshuffle to Be Released Back into Florida Waters
The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is saying "farewell" to their two rehabbed Florida manatees Pippen and Truffleshuffle, as they will soon send them back to their homeland of Florida to be released into the wild. The last day to visit the manatees will be Friday morning (Sept. 18), after which the zoo team will…
New Dates Added for Spooky Tours of Over-the-Rhine’s Emery Theatre by American Legacy Tours
American Legacy Tours — offering historically narrated walking tours of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky since 2009 — is a favorite among locals and visitors, not only for their dives into bawdy local lore via their Newport Gangster Tour or subterranean beer exploration on their Queen City Underground Tour, but they are also notable for their…
Original Robert S. Duncanson Landscape Painting Up for Bid on Everything But the House
Online auction site Everything But the House has a unique item in its Autumn Landmark Collection: an original landscape painting by Robert S. Duncanson, circa 1850-1852. A Hudson River School artist considered to be the most accomplished Black painter of his time, "Duncanson became a fixture in Cincinnati’s history when Nicholas Longworth commissioned him to decorate the…
Fairfax’s Karrikin Distillery and Restaurant Celebrates Oktoberfest with Frühschoppen Sunday
Although the Queen City's traditional beer-drenched Oktoberfest celebration won't be taking place this fall in its typical form, Fairfax's craft distillery Karrikin is putting together a Oktoberfest party that will offer a taste of the real thing on Sept. 27. (Oktoberfest has moved "In Za Haus" Sept. 18-27 with streaming content and associated smaller events at…
Named One the Best Bars in America, Wodka Bar OTR Reopens with New Outdoor Seating After Temporary Closure
Each year, Esquire magazine compiles a list of the best bars in America — places "that you love so much you can't wait to experience (them) all over again." On this year's list of 27 drinking destinations, four were in Ohio and only one of those four was in Cincinnati: Wodka Bar. (The other three are Happy Dog…
Japanese Pop-Up Mochiko Crafts Inventive Weekly Pre-Order Ramen Kits and Pastries for Pick-Up
I just had my first bowl of professionally made ramen since the start of this pandemic and, thanks to Mochiko, life is beautiful again. Mochiko offers weekly pre-order ramen kit pick-ups and free local delivery of their Asian-inspired pastries. The duo behind Mochiko — Elaine Townsend and Erik Bentz — have been working hard to…
An Excerpt From New Book “I Got a Monster: The Rise and Fall of America’s Most Corrupt Police Squad”
In 2015, Baltimore had an uprising against police violence much like those occurring around the country this summer. When it happened, we were both working at the Baltimore City Paper, an alternative weekly much like this paper — except that it no longer exists. The Baltimore Uprising was the sort of event that alt-weeklies exist to…
Authors of “I Got a Monster: The Rise and Fall of America’s Most Corrupt Police Squad” Tell Ugly Story of Cops-Turned-Robbers
The monster in the title of I Got a Monster: The Rise and Fall of America's Most Corrupt Police Squad doesn't refer to the criminal cops it chronicles, but it would be easy to make a case that that's what they were. These plainclothes officers held certain parts of the city in a reign of terror that…
Light-Based Artists to Transform Hamilton’s Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park for Journey BOREALIS Drive-Thru Holiday Show
Hamilton's Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum is upping the wow factor of this year's drive-thru holiday light display. Transforming from Holiday Lights on the Hill to Journey BOREALIS, this year's illuminated spectacle will be a "visual art experience that showcases local and regional new media and light-based artists," says Pyramid Hill. Overseen by light…
Northern Kentucky Honduran Cafe Unataza Coffee Celebrates One Year Anniversary with Paella Night
Dayton, Kentucky Honduran cafe Unataza Coffee is celebrating its one-year anniversary this month. And in honor of the exciting business benchmark, they're inviting their patrons, friends and neighbors to their first ever Paella Night pop-up on Sept. 24. The coffee shop was born from owner Alejandra Flores’ desire to bring together two places she loved dearly:…
Ohio Advocacy Groups Call to Extend 2020 Census Counting Deadline
A coalition of advocacy groups wants Ohio's senators to get behind efforts to extend the 2020 census deadline by four months. October 31 was set as the counting deadline, but the Census Bureau recently announced the date was moved ahead to September 30. The Trump Administration said the change was needed in order to deliver…
Cincinnati Artivist and Musician Siri Imani Releases Much-Anticipated First Solo Album ‘Duality’
Siri Imani, a member of Cincinnati's popular Hip Hop and community service group TRIIIBE, has debuted her solo album Duality. The album — the first created under her individual name — was released on Sept. 9 and is now streaming on all platforms. “The vibe of Duality is directed by the ‘light and dark’ concept,” said Imani…
Covington’s New German-Style Ice Cream Shop Eishaus Offers Ice Cream Spaghetti Sundaes
Covington’s Roebling Point District has gotten a new sweet slice of Germany in the form of Eishaus, a family-run walk-up window that specializes in spaghetti eis. Yes, spaghetti. But the dessert isn’t made of pasta; it’s actually standard ice cream pushed through an extruder — like the pasta attachment on a KitchenAid mixer — to form…
Ohio Made Good On Its Threat and Has Pulled a Bar’s Liquor License for Repeated COVID Safety Violations
After multiple violations witnessed firsthand by agents over the course of the month of August, the Ohio Liquor Control Commission announced this week its decision to pull the liquor license of the Highland Tavern in Akron. It's the first Buckeye state establishment to receive the dubious honor. Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine had previously said that…
Ohio Controlling Board Rejects Prepaid Postage for Voters
A majority of Ohio Controlling Board members are not convinced there is a need to make voting by mail more convenient by prepaying for postage this fall. They made that determination Monday at a meeting held digitally because of COVID-19 safety protocols — a Zoom conference which began just 45 minutes after news broke that…
Mercantile Library Hosts Robert W. Fieseler to Talk ‘Tinderbox,’ His Book on the Unsolved 1973 Mass Murder of LGBTQ Bargoers
Nearly half a century ago on June 24, 1973, the Up Stairs Lounge, a bar in New Orleans’ French Quarter, was set aflame, killing 31 men and one woman in what was the largest mass murder of LGBTQ people in U.S. history. That title would later be taken in 2016 by the Pulse nightclub shooting…
Kentuckians in Final Stretch to Complete U.S. Census Forms
Kentuckians have a few more weeks to secure the resources they will rely on for the next decade by completing their 2020 U.S. Census form. In early September, a federal judge ordered the Trump administration to stop attempting to cut short census operations, after the Census Bureau announced it will continue collecting data until Oct. 31. The…
Frisch’s Big Boy Unveils New Beer Cheese Burger Just In Time for Oktoberfest Zinzinnati
Now held Sep. 18-27, Oktoberfest Zinzinnati has called off its giant in-person party and transferred things online and into smaller venues across the city — specifically restaurants and bars — to host Oktoberfest "In Za Haus," with special Bavarian-inspired dishes and brews. One of those venues, Cincinnati-based restaurant chain Frisch's Big Boy, has rolled out several new seasonal…
Cincinnati Ranked No. 1 City in America Where Renters Can Afford to Live Alone, According to Study
According to a study from financial website SmartAsset, Cincinnati is the most affordable place in the U.S. to reside for renters who are living alone. We also took home the top spot in 2019 and 2018. After comparing the top 100 largest cities in America across five metrics — average rent for spaces with less than two…
Cincinnati Public Library Giving Away Free Monday Meal Boxes
The Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library and UMC Food Ministry have partnered to hand out free meal boxes to children under 18 and young adults 19-21 in Individualized Education Programs. The library and UMC typically offer free meals during the summer, but due to COVID-19 and the impact it is having on in-person learning…
Downtown’s Arnold’s Bar & Grill Hosts Oktoberfest In Za Haus Events with Free Alpine Hats, Lederhosen Suspenders and Steins
Oktoberfest is going to look a bit different in Zinzinnati this year. Instead of a large in-person party, the organizers are shooting to have smaller gatherings in participating restaurants and bars around the city, as well as some "In Za Haus" experiences via streaming from Sept. 18-27. For example, the world’s largest Chicken Dance will be…
Pumpkin Ice Cream Is Back at Graeter’s
It's that time of year: The infamous fall squash has made its seasonal return, flavorizing everything and anything in its path with its sweet, spicy and sometimes controversial savor. And Cincinnati-based creamery chain Graeter's is more than ready. That's right. Pumpkin Ice Cream is back. The ice cream joint announced via their Facebook page that…
The Meaning of Monuments: Six Greater Cincinnati Public Art Works and How Their Context Has Changed Over Time
In the aftermath of Breonna Taylor’s killing in Louisville on March 13 and George Floyd’s in Minneapolis on May 25 — and the murder of countless other unarmed Black citizens before and since — people of all ages, races and ethnicities have come together to protest racial injustice, demanding an end to racist policies and…
Decision Expected Today on Return Postage for Absentee Ballots in Ohio
Ohio voters might have one less step to take in order to cast an absentee ballot for the November election. The Ohio Controlling Board is expected to vote today on Secretary of State Frank LaRose's request to use $3 million in funding from his office to pay for return ballot postage. With the spread of coronavirus still…
Multimagic Comes Back from the Brink with a New Line-up and the Band’s Long Anticipated Debut, ‘Manic Daze’
By virtue of their fast start, it feels like Multimagic should be celebrating their sophomore album and thinking ahead to gigging and writing toward their inevitable third release. Instead, the band’s frontman/founder Coran Stetter endured medical setbacks and his original line-up’s dissolution, followed by Multimagic’s organic rebirth and the recording of their aptly titled debut…
Pata Roja Taqueria Brings a Taste of Mexico City to a Walk-Up Window in Over-the-Rhine
Derrick Braziel loves tacos and Cincinnati. But he didn’t grow up with authentic Mexican food adorning his dinner table. He hadn’t even discovered his favorite type of taco — tacos al pastor — until visiting Mexico City for the first time several years ago. “It activated some taste buds I didn’t know I had,” he…
Mochiko to Host Cincinnati-Style Chili Ramen Pop-Up at Over-the-Rhine’s Taft’s Ale House
If you haven't yet had a chance to get your hands on a bowl of Mochiko's Cincinnati-style chili ramen special, you'll get a chance this Tuesday, Sept. 14. The Northern Kentucky-based Japanese-style pop-up is hosting a petite event at Taft's Ale House in Over-the-Rhine this week. The pop-up takes place in Nellie's Bar, beneath the…
A Sobering Breakdown of Severe COVID-19 Cases Shows Young Adults Can’t Dismiss It
Although older adults face the highest risk of being hospitalized with or dying from COVID-19, younger adults can also end up in the hospital (SN: 3/19/20). If they do, the outcome can be serious, and a new study is providing a look at just how severe the disease can be for those patients. Of roughly 3,200 people…
Kentucky Group Helps People with Past Felonies Register to Vote
More than 170,000 Kentuckians with past felonies have had their voting rights restored, but many may not be aware of the change. Jessica Clark is a volunteer for the Kentucky Democracy Project, a new grassroots effort to get the word out before the Nov. 3 election. Her daughter owns a soul-food restaurant on the north side…
Lots of Cincinnati Adults Are Living at Home With Parents, New Data Shows
If you're over the age 0f 25 and find that the lyrics to the Beastie Boys' “Fight For Your Right (To Party)” still resonate with you, and/or Steve Buscemi's “How do you do, fellow kids?” meme hits too close to home, it's likely that you still live with your parents — or moved back in.…
Newport’s Jerry’s Jug House Hosts ‘Jersey Shore’-Inspired ‘Sunday Dinner’ Tonight
Much of humanity's "quarantime" was spent exploring new hobbies and binge-watching TV shows and movies — both old and new. And one particular throwback reality television series was, in fact, the inspiration behind Jerry's Jug House's upcoming pop-up. The Newport bar is hosting a "Friday 'Sunday Dinner,' Jersey Shore Edition," tonight (Sept. 11) to celebrate…
Gold Star Giving Away Buy-One, Get-One 3-Ways (4-Ways and 5-Ways) the Day After the Cincinnati Bengals Win a Game
Football is back, which means Gold Star's Who Dey Ways promotion is, too. As the "Official Chili of the Cincinnati Bengals," Gold Star is offering a special deal every time the Bengals win a home — or away — game. The day after the team wins, all Gold Star restaurants will be offering a buy-one,…
Cincy Moms United Aims to Build a Coalition to Support Black Lives Through Police Policy Reforms and Accountability
Activist group Cincy Moms United recently formed to help fight for racial equity. (Originally calling themselves Wall of Moms Cincy, they have updated their name to Cincy Moms United.) In an email, the group — helmed by three women who wish to remain anonymous and act as a collective to avoid putting members at risk, they…
Pandemic Destroys Decade of Progress Ending Food Insecurity in Kentucky
In a few months, the COVID-19 pandemic has destroyed a decade of progress in the fight to end hunger in Kentucky, according to data from the group Feeding America. Today, Gov. Andy Beshear signs a proclamation declaring September Hunger Action Month. Michael Halligan, CEO of God's Pantry Food Bank, which serves Central and Eastern Kentucky, said his…
BrewDog and Black-Owned L.A. Brewery Crowns & Hops Release 8 Trill Pils Beer and Fund to Help Drive Racial Equity
Los Angeles-based, Black-owned brewery Crowns & Hops has partnered with BrewDog, the Scotland-based international brewery with a Pendleton taproom, to release "8 Trill Pils." The beer is aimed at driving awareness around racial equity in the brewing industry. "The craft beer industry provides a perfect vantage point for steps needed to create a racially equitable…
Cincinnati Zoo Opens New African Penguin Point Exhibit for Their Warm-Weather Penguins
The Cincinnati Zoo’s warm-weather African penguins have a new and improved home at African Penguin Point. Located in the space occupied by the former sea lion habitat (sweet 30-year-old Duke the sea lion died last year), African Penguin Point is three times the size of the old penguin habitat with a much larger indoor area…
More Than 1,000 Kentuckians Have Died From COVID, Gov. Beshear Orders State Flags to Fly at Half-Staff
Gov. Andy Beshear marked a grave milestone during his COVID press briefing on Wednesday: More than 1,000 Kentuckians have died as a result of the coronavirus. With the 16 new deaths reported on Wednesday, the total lives lost in the Commonwealth is 1,013. “We’ve hit a tough and unfortunate milestone in Kentucky,” he said. “We…
Blue Ash’s United Pet Fund Hosting Pet Food Drive to Benefit Cincinnati Animal Shelters and Rescues
Blue Ash's United Pet Fund — "a nonprofit that provides vital resources to underserved and independent local animal care groups and advocates" — is hosting a food and supplies drive to restock their resources. Due to COVID-19, they have seen a decline in their usual donations and are in need of pet food, litter, treats, new…
Clifton Height’s Good Plates Eatery Brings Sandwiches and Bowls with Great Sauces to Former Cilantro Space
Good Plates Eatery is a real family affair. Husband-and-wife team Andrew and Jamie Schlanser opened the casual restaurant in the former Cilantro location on McMillan Avenue in Clifton/CUF this August. The pair met as employees at a bar in Northside before later reuniting as employees at Chapter, a drinking spot in Mount Adams. The pair…
Cincinnati’s eSports Industry Continues to Grow as COVID Interrupts In-Person Athletics
While in-person athletic competitions around the country — from collegiate to professional teams — have stalled as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the electronic sports (eSports) industry continues to grow its audience across streaming platforms like Twitch and Facebook Gaming. Data from Stream Hatchet, which compiles game-streaming analytics, shows that from April to June 2020, Twitch…
Madisonville’s Fill More Waste Less Offers Eco-Friendly, Refillable Products for Conscious Consumers
Twenty-seven-year-old entrepreneur and waste-free enthusiast Gabrielle Lauren has found a way to make an impact and help others do the same by offering environmentally, ethically and economically friendly ways to “Fill More Waste Less” — the descriptive name of her independent business venture. Lauren found her way into the world of waste-free living while running her…
Michigan Is Working to Offer Cheaper Weed to Ohio’s Medical Marijuana Patients
Vicious sports rivalries aside, Michigan and Ohio may soon be working toward a common goal: providing affordable weed for Ohio's medical marijuana patients. Though purchasing and consuming medical marijuana in Michigan is legal for Ohioans, traveling with marijuana products across state lines is not. Yet many registered Ohio patients admit to frequently making trips to…
EATBUTT, MEHORNY and FUCOVID Are Just a Few of the Many Rejected Ohio Vanity Plates in 2020
Thanks to the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles, we'll never have to see some of the personalized license plates requested by Ohioans who are mean, hateful, or wrongly working under the assumption that they're funny. (OK, some of them are funny.) That's because there are rules regarding vulgarity, hate speech, racism and general decency that…
Ohio Ranks No. 8 Least Diverse State in the Nation, According to Study
Ohio again ranks within the top 10 states lacking in diversity, according to a study by personal finance website WalletHub. The study named Ohio the No. 8 least diverse state in America, shifting from No. 9 in 2019. WalletHub evaluated several parameters to develop their rankings, comparing all 50 states across a total of 14…
Christopher Nolan’s ‘Tenet’ is Magical Mind-Fuckery on an Unprecedented Level — and Only in Theaters
Tenet is by far Christopher Nolan’s least accessible feature film, and yet also his most thrilling from the standpoint of moviemaking magic. It works best when Nolan aggressively rewrites the rules of how action films are supposed to operate or when he slyly flips the script on how time travel has historically been conceptualized in…
Ohio’s Belt Publishing Releases ‘Black in the Midwest,’ a New Book of Essays About the Black Experience and Racial Identity
Black in the Middle: an Anthology of the Black Midwest was officially released this week from Belt Publishing, adding yet another critical read to your bookshelf at this juncture in history. The anthology, which is edited by Terrion Williamson, takes a look at the often marginalized identity of Black Midwesterners. Williamson is the director of The Black…
Penultimate Burlington Antique Show of the Season Takes Over the Boone County Fairgrounds Sept. 20
The second-to-last Burlington Antique show of the season will be held on Sept. 20 at the Boone County Fairgrounds. With only one more show slated to be held Oct. 18, don’t miss out on your chance to explore antiques, vintage jewelry, Midcentury collectibles, memorabilia and one-of-a-kind finds from over 200 dealers. Only a short drive…
Cincinnati Activists Will Hold Protest Friday for a Man They Say Has Been Wrongfully Incarcerated for a Decade
Ten years ago, William "Billy" Pennington was incarcerated on a life sentence for murder. But now his family and local activists are demanding he be released from state prison, citing new evidence that they say proves his innocence. Activists will gather at a protest organized by Billy's wife, Taylor Pennington, outside the Hamilton County Courthouse…
Cincinnati Named One of the Top 20 Cities to Retire in the United States
If you're interested in finding a place to retire, look no further: You're already there. According to a recent study from WalletHub, Cincinnati is the 11th best city in the nation to retire. Old age comes for us all, so it's always the goal to plan ahead so that you can get the best out…
Cincinnati’s Great Outdoor Weekend Expands to Nine-Day “Great Outdoor Week” in September
This year's Great Outdoor Weekend has expanded to encompass nine days of nature-focused fun, transforming into Great Outdoor Week. Hosted by the Green Umbrella regional sustainability alliance, from Sept. 19-27, venues across the area will be offering special free programming for the initiative, which aims to encourage adults and kids to "sample the best outdoor…
Braxton Brewing Company Cincinnati Sets Opening Date for Pendleton Taproom in the Former 3 Points Space
Braxton Brewing Co. has taken over the former 3 Points Urban Brewery taproom in Pendleton and transformed it into Braxton Brewing Company Cincinnati. This expansion marks the Northern Kentucky brewery's first move into Ohio and will allows Hickory Wald — the company that ran 3 Points — to focus on their restaurant, Nation Kitchen &…
Labor Day 2020 Report: Ohio Workers are Struggling
This Labor Day, Ohio researchers aren't mincing words about the status of labor in Ohio — workers are struggling. The annual State of Working Ohio report by Policy Matters Ohio typically examines key economic indicators from the year prior. But given COVID-19's impact on the economy, researcher Michael Shields said new figures have been included for 2020 to offer…
Blue Ash’s Fretboard Brewing Co. Releases Seasonal Klosterman Rye Bier Collab with Klosterman Baking Co.
Blue Ash's Fretboard Brewing Company has partnered with longstanding local baker Klosterman Baking Co. to release a special seasonal collaboration brew: Klosterman Rye Bier. The fall-themed beer — which has zero pumpkin (a happy reality for pumpkin-flavor haters in this season of the gourd) — will hit the brewery taps on Sept. 9 and head…
Safe Spaces Become Learning Spaces for Children Fleeing Violence in Ohio
Families and educators in Ohio aren't the only ones coping with back-to-school challenges during a pandemic. Domestic violence shelters also are working tirelessly to turn safe spaces into learning spaces. Terri Heckmen, CEO for the Battered Women's Shelter of Summit and Medina Counties, explained their residents have children in 14 different schools; some attending classes in…
An 80-Foot Long Mural Celebrating Black Excellence Is Unveiled in Lincoln Heights
A new 80-foot long mural has been unveiled in Lincoln Heights. Titled “Black Excellence in Zone 15,” the artwork — located at Serenity Park at 1201 Steffen Ave. — aims to celebrate the rich history and famous residents of this neighborhood, "the first primarily Black self-governing community north of the Mason-Dixon line." A project of The Heights Movement…
Black Lives Matter Yard Signs Defaced In Madeira, Police Asking for Help Identifying the Individual
The Madeira Police Department is asking the public to contact them with any information regarding an individual in a black SUV/larger vehicle who was spotted defacing Black Lives Matter yard signs in the neighborhood this weekend. The Madeira Police Department needs your HELP identifying the individual driving the black SUV type vehicle in these… Posted…
DeWine: Up to 6,000 Fans Allowed Cincinnati Bengals vs. Cleveland Browns Home Game Oct. 25
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has adjusted the state's sports order to allow a limited number of fans into Paul Brown Stadium during two Bengals homes games this season: against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Oct. 4 and against the Cleveland Browns on Oct. 25. Fans can also attend games at FirstEnergy Stadium in Cleveland when the…
These Three Creative Cincinnati Craft Bakeries Put the “Home” in “Homemade”
The Greater Cincinnati area is brimming with delectable bakeries and sweets purveyors to sink your teeth into. But while a visit to your local bake shop is always a treat, there are plenty of talented pastry artists and bakers who are whipping up their mouthwatering bites from alternative spaces. These smaller-scale businesses may not be…
New Coronavirus Tests Promise to be Faster, Cheaper and Easier
In the United States, the average wait time for COVID-19 test results is about four days. Even worse, 10 percent of individuals don’t receive lab results for 10 days or more. Quick reporting of test results helps identify infected individuals so they and anyone they potentially spread the coronavirus to can be isolated, preventing further spread of…
Mayor Cranley, Cincinnati Police Chief Propose $1 Million Plan to Reduce Gun Violence
Standing in Over-the-Rhine's Grant Park — the recent location of one of the largest mass shootings in Cincinnati history — Mayor John Cranley and Cincinnati Police Chief Eliot Isaac revealed their plan to reduce gun violence and "stop the bleeding," said Isaac. "The levels of gun violence we’re seeing across the country and here are…
Dent Schoolhouse Will Open for the 2020 Halloween Season — Offering a “Scary, Safe” Experience
The Dent Schoolhouse's homicidal Charlie the Janitor is turning into Mr. Clean this Halloween season. Kicking off Sept. 25, the West Side haunted house welcomes guests to visit their "scary, safe, and fun experience," which continues with general admission tickets and special nights like lights-on for kids, lights-off for extra thrill seekers, and construction and…
Bellevue’s Nomad Bar Hosts Soft Opening
A cute new drinking and dining destination has emerged on Bellevue's bustling Fairfield Avenue, welcoming the adventurers in life to relax, connect and reflect on their journeys. The much-anticipated evening gathering space, Nomad, hosts its soft opening the weekend of Sept. 4-5, featuring a limited menu debuting their loaded tater tot "Totchos," boozy and non-boozy milkshakes, cocktails…
“Black Panther” Is Screening for Free This Weekend at Northside’s Hoffner Park
Cincinnati's Realicide DIY collective, record label and zine is hosting a free screening of Marvel's Black Panther in Jacob Hoffner Park in Northside on Saturday in tribute to actor and star Chadwick Boseman, who died Aug. 28 at the age of 43 from colon cancer. The film will start at 7:30 p.m., as per the Facebook…
Over-the-Rhine’s September Second Sunday Event Transforms the Neighborhood into a Walkable Street Fair
The Queen City's favorite monthly street fair had been placed on a hiatus this year due to the coronavirus pandemic. But organizers behind Second Sunday on Main have shifted the premise of event for 2020 to not only welcome more of the community to participate, but also offer a socially distant way of supporting and celebrating the…
Make Your Own Cast Resin Toilet Seat with Cincinnati’s Working Girls Co. Discounted Mold
Are you looking for a new DIY project to spruce up your home? Maybe a new creative artistic outlet or fun craft to explore? Have you thought about making your own cast resin toilet seat? While Cincinnati-based Working Girls Co. sold out of their one-of-a-kind resin toilet seats infused with real flowers, you can buy…
Cincinnati’s Hoxworth Teams Up with Taste of Belgium to Host Blood Drive — Give Blood, Get Waffle
Taste of Belgium has teamed up with University of Cincinnati's Hoxworth Blood Center to offer a tasty way to give back to your community. They're hosting blood drives from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 9 at The Banks and Rookwood TOB locations, and are asking folks to sign up to participate. Donors…
In ‘Political Pandemic,’ Ohio Lawmakers Punt on COVID-19 Response
The state General Assembly is not deploying any legislative effort to respond to the health toll of a pandemic that has killed 4,165 Ohioans so far this year. Eight months into Ohio’s coronavirus outbreak, nursing homes still report a chronic lack of personal protective equipment, Gov. Mike DeWine has repeatedly bemoaned COVID-19 testing shortages, the Ohio Disease…
Butler County Health Experts Remind Ohio Parents About Diseases Besides COVID
With all the national speculation about the release of a novel coronavirus vaccine, some health experts are encouraging Ohio parents to do what they can to prevent the spread of other diseases. The latest Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study found that orders for regular childhood vaccines fell by 2.5 million doses between mid-March and mid-April. While…
700+ Confirmed COVID Cases at Miami University Drive Butler County into Red on Public Health Advisory System
According to the Butler County General Health District, there are 704 confirmed cases of COVID-19 "connected to on and off-campus Miami University students," with many coronavirus test results still pending. That surge occurred between Aug. 24 and Sept. 2. There have been no hospitalizations so far. Even though Miami is currently hosting classes online and first-…
Report: COVID-19 Widens Resource Gap Between Kentucky School Districts
Kentucky's wealthiest school districts had nearly $3,000 more to spend per student than the state's lower-income districts, according to a new report with data from the 2018-2019 school year. Superintendent of Green County Schools William Hodges said before the pandemic, he had to rely on capital-fund transfers to pay for buses and other essentials. He added the district…
Germania Society of Cincinnati Hosting Two-Weekend-Long ‘Big Biergarten Experience’
The Germania Society of Cincinnati is hosting a two-weekend-long "Big Biergarten Experience" this September, celebrating with German brews, Bavarian bites, competitions and entertainment. The ticketed event takes places Sept. 11-13 and Sept. 18-20 at the Germania Society of Cincinnati's Pavilion. The Germania grounds span 34 acres, offering plenty of space for guests to spread out and enjoy,…
Covington’s Lil’s Bagels Hosts Fundraiser Today for ACLU to Help Achieve Justice for Breonna Taylor
Covington eatery Lil's Bagels is hoping to make a big impact. The bagel shop is hosting a fundraiser on Friday, Sept. 4 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m to fight for justice for Breonna Taylor. Breonna Taylor, a 26-year-old Louisville EMT, was shot multiple times by police in March while they were serving a no-knock search…
Watch the 146th Kentucky Derby with Themed Events at These Greater Cincinnati Bars and Restaurants
So the "most exciting two minutes in sports" may only be run in front of about 23,000 fans this year, versus the usual more than 150,000 extravagantly hatted individuals. But several Greater Cincinnati area bars are hosting their own Kentucky Derby watch parties so you can still dress up in a fascinator and seersucker, grab a mint…
Tickets Are Now on Sale to Visit Gorman Heritage Farm’s Sunflower Field in October
Evendale's Gorman Heritage Farm is making some changes to its annual Sunflower Festival this year in light of COVID. The 23rd-annual fest itself has been canceled, but they are still offering visitors the opportunity to visit their sunflower field Oct. 3, 4, 10 and 11. Advance $5 tickets are required (children under 3 and members…
West Chester’s Grainworks Brewing Co. Hosts Music Fest to Celebrate Third Anniversary, Taproom Expansion
Grainworks Brewing Company in West Chester is celebrating its third anniversary with a new taproom expansion. “We knew a larger space would better accommodate our guests and provide additional amenities, including private party space,” says Steven Brock, Grainworks’ chief operating officer. "This expansion will allow our guests to be more comfortable in an indoor setting as cold…
Baseball Fans Mourn Death of Former Cincinnati Reds and Hall of Fame Pitcher Tom Seaver
Former Cincinnati Reds pitcher and Baseball Hall of Famer Tom Seaver has died at the age of 75. According to the Hall of Fame, Seaver — also known as "Tom Terrific" — passed away in his sleep on Monday, Aug. 31 from complications of COVID-19 and Lewy body dementia. Seaver played six seasons with the…
Northside’s New Climbing Gym ‘Climb Cincy’ Sets Opening Date
Several years in the making, Northside's much-anticipated Climb Cincy bouldering facility has announced its opening dates. Members of the gym will get to enjoy its facilities first during the soft opening from Sept. 5-7. On Tuesday, Sept. 8, Climb Cincy will begin offering day passes. The gym — located at 1708 Blue Rock St. —…
“Dinner and Drag Supper Club” Comes to Downtown’s Butcher and Barrel Back Room Event Space
Ignite Entertainment — the company that oversees the Butcher and Barrel, The Birdcage, the View at Shires' Garden, Che and more — is bringing several of its bars and restaurants together to present The Dinner and Drag Supper Club in The Back Room Event Space at downtown's Butcher and Barrel. From 7-10 p.m. Sept. 12,…
Newport’s Jerry’s Jug House Honors WEBN Fireworks Tradition with Limited-Edition “Frog Juice” Cocktail
Akin to the majority of 2020, Greater Cincinnati's annual Labor Day weekend fireworks have been altered from our traditional massive riverfront Riverfest gathering. This year, the pyrotechnic display will be taking place at a top-secret location and will be broadcast on TV. And while you can't experience the booms while perched hillside among thousands of…
CDC Orders Sweeping Ban on Evictions Due to COVID-19 as Thousands of Ohio Tenants Face Homelessness
Tenants who have lost income due to the coronavirus pandemic are protected from eviction for the rest of the year under an order issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Under the CDC order, tenants making less than $99,000 a year — or couples earning under $198,000 a year — would be…
Here’s What’s At Stake As Lawmakers Debate Repeal of HB 6, the Law at the Heart of an Alleged $60 Million Conspiracy
This article is provided by Eye on Ohio, the nonprofit, nonpartisan Ohio Center for Journalism in partnership with the nonprofit Energy News Network. Please join their free mailing list or the mailing list for the Energy New Network as this helps them provide more public service reporting. A bill to repeal Ohio’s nuclear bailout law has languished for more than a month so…
Ohioans Discuss Need for Permanent Paid Leave
Some Ohio policy experts, business leaders and parents are calling on Congress to create permanent paid-leave policies that will support working families through the pandemic and beyond. During a virtual roundtable discussion about paid leave this week, Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) said the COVID-19 crisis is called the "Great Revealer" because it is telling the…
1,500 Fans Can Attend “Hell is Real” Derby Between Columbus Crew and FC Cincinnati in Columbus Sunday
In defiance of recommendations from the Columbus Department of Health, Major League Soccer's Columbus Crew will allow 1,500 fans into Mapfre Stadium Sunday to watch their game against FC Cincinnati. The in-state rivalry was branded the "Hell is Real" Derby last year, named for the ominous sign on I-71 between Ohio's largest and third-largest cities.…
Beer Garden Oasis and Eatery ‘Northside Gardens’ Hosts Grand Opening This Weekend
Northside's LGBTQ+ dance club MixWells has undergone a vibrant transformation over the spring and summer, transforming their outdoor space into a lush, plant-filled beer garden and teaming up with local mother-daughter duo TiYah's Table to oversee the kitchen. Rebranded as Northside Gardens, the establishment will hold its grand opening on the weekend of Sept. 4-5. …
Rescheduled Cincinnati Pride Parade & Festival Is Officially Canceled for 2020
Organizers behind the 47th-annual Cincinnati Pride Parade and Festival have made the difficult decision to cancel the rescheduled event for 2020. The celebration was originally scheduled for June 27, but due to the coronavirus pandemic, it was rescheduled for Oct. 3. Cincinnati Pride posted their announcement on Facebook today, explaining the circumstances and their reasoning…
Cincinnati’s Streetcar is Now Free to Ride
For at least the next 60 days, you won't need a dollar bill or a fare app to ride Cincinnati's 3.6-mile rail loop through downtown and Over-the-Rhine. Cincinnati City Council today overrode a veto by Mayor John Cranley to eliminate fares for the Cincinnati Bell Connector. That vote capped off a lengthy fight that has…
Cincinnati’s Krohn Conservatory Goes Purple This Fall with “Plum Goregous” Floral Show
Cincinnati Parks' Krohn Conservatory is preparing for their next seasonal floral show, and it's sure to be a violet delight. Kicking off Sept. 5, Plum Gorgeous will introduce visitors to an alternative autumnal hue, featuring a dazzling display of traditional fall plants and trees with rich shades of purple. Flowers and plants range from fuchsia mums…
University of Dayton One Alert Level Away From Vacating Campus Amid 700+ COVID-19 Cases
The University of Dayton’s fall semester started Aug. 24, and, one week and about 600 confirmed COVID-19 cases later, the school’s campus is on alert-level “RED” — one level away from "PURPLE" and an order to vacate in response to a dangerous outbreak. The school isn’t at that point yet, but the spike is undeniable.…
Prepare Thyself: A Trump Parade is Taking Over the I-275 Loop This Month
Depending on your political stance and/or interest in sitting in traffic, you're either going to want to avoid at all costs or head toward the I-275 loop on Saturday, Sept. 12. A Facebook group, coordinated by a human by the name of Karen, has organized a Cincinnati Trump Parade that hopes to "fill the loop"…
Cincinnati Art Museum, Purple People Bridge, Others Lighting Up Red for #RedAlertRESTART to Support Live Event Industry
As part of a nationwide call to Congress to support the Restart Act, North America's #WeMakeEvents coalition has organized the #RedAlertRESTART campaign, asking art and music venues across the nation to turn their lights red to support the artists, musicians and entertainers still out of work as a result of COVID-19. According to a story in…
Hamilton County’s Cincinnati Animal CARE Sets Record for ‘Live Release Rate’ at Northside Shelter
Cincinnati Animal CARE Humane Society took over animal welfare operations for Hamilton County from the SPCA on Aug. 1 (the SPCA didn't renew their contract with the county), which includes overseeing the main shelter at 3949 Colerain Ave. in Northside. And, according to a press release, things seem to be going well: "In its first…
DeWine: Lawyers to Evaluate if Cincinnati Can Be Exempt from Liquor Curfew After CPD Links it to Gun Violence
The City of Cincinnati has seen 355 shootings so far this year — a 49% increase from this time last year, according to police data — and 68 homicides. And Mayor John Cranley and Cincinnati Police Chief Eliot Isaac are linking that uptick to fall-out from the coronavirus pandemic, and recently — specifically — the…
An Artist in Cleveland Made Trump’s Face Using More Than 2,000 Dildos
It'd been about three years since Cleveland artist Stephen Manka came across a cache of more than 2,000 metal dildos, and he hadn't quite yet hit on the right idea for how to use them. Solid copper, the dongs were decades old and someone — he won't divulge the source, who prefers to remain separate…
Madisonville’s Bad Tom Smith Brewing Releases Black Is Beautiful Stout Collab In Support of Racial Equality
Madisonville's Bad Tom Smith Brewing has joined craft breweries across the nation in releasing a special Black Is Beautiful collaboration beer. San Antonio, Texas' Weathered Souls Brewing Co. launched the initiative earlier this year to foster inclusion and raise awareness of social and racial injustice through collaboration with other U.S. craft breweries. The brewery shared their base…
Cincinnati Experiential Firm AGAR Launches EXPO Curated Party Parcel Delivery Service
AGAR — the Over-the-Rhine-based creative company that traffics in innovative experiences — has launched a new website called EXPO. EXPO offers "experiences on demand," and features a platform where people can pick and choose their favorite curated party parcel to be delivered to their home. "More than a curbside merchandise pick-up, meal kit service or…
Ferrari Bros.’ Contemporary Arts Center Bistro Fausto to Reopen After Temporary Closure
Downtown eatery Fausto has been temporarily closed due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. But after several months, the Ferrari Brothers, Tony and Austin — the owners of Fausto and Camp Washington's Mom 'n 'em Coffee & Wine — have announced their plans to begin service once again. Starting Monday, Sept. 7, Fausto will…
The Carnegie Brings a Socially Distant Walking Tour Performance of Musical ‘Godspell’ to Hamilton’s Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park
Covington's The Carnegie and its "Creative Disruption Committee" are bringing a unique and socially distant performance of Stephen Schwartz's musical Godspell to the Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum in Hamilton. The Broadway tale, based on the gospel according to St. Matthew, includes the hit "Day by Day" (try to get that out of your…
Get Points for Each Piece of Garbage You Pull From the Mill Creek During the Trash-a-Thon Fundraiser
The Mill Creek Alliance and Mill Creek Yacht Club are hosting a fun fundraiser and inviting individuals and teams to suit up, grab a bag and clean up the creek during their Trash-a-Thon. The 2020 Trash-a-Thon takes place along the entirety of the Mill Creek — the 28-mile strand of water that runs from West Chester through…
New NKU Support Program Will Help Small and Family-Owned Northern Kentucky Businesses Impacted By COVID Innovate
As implications resulting from the coronavirus pandemic continue to economically affect businesses across the region, Northern Kentucky University has developed a program to provide aid to local small businesses in need. The Family Business Relief Program, a partnership between the NKU Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, NKU Small Business Development Center and a grant from…
Covington’s The Carnegie Screens Free Classic — Or Mostly Classic — Musicals in its Historic Theater
Covington's The Carnegie is using its historic theater to screen classic — or mostly classic — musicals in a socially distant space. Each moviegoer is asked to wear a mask and practice safe social distancing inside. Hand sanitizing stations will be available. With a maximum capacity of 50 people, each showing starts at 2 p.m.…
Mayor Cranley Proposes Keeping Streetcar Fares to Pay for Increased Police Presence to Combat Gun Violence
Back in June, Cincinnati City Council passed legislation that would fully fund the city's streetcar — which had been running passengerless due to the global pandemic — and make it free to ride. But Mayor John Cranley has another idea. He'd like to keep collecting fares for the streetcar and use the money to fund…
Cleveland’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Launches Virtual Social Justice Exhibit ‘Voices of Rage, Hope, & Empowerment’
The Rock Hall has just launched a virtual companion to It's Been Said All Along: Voices of Rage, Hope, & Empowerment, a new exhibit that focuses on Rock & Roll and social justice. The online component represents the Rock Hall’s largest virtual exhibit ever. “We have amazing stories that live within the Rock Hall that spotlight how musical…
Recent DAAP Grads Launch Apt. 25 Unique Handmade and Vintage Goods Re-Commerce Website
As a result of the coronavirus pandemic, recent University of Cincinnati DAAP grad Monica Briggs was having trouble finding a job. "Some of the graphic design jobs I was applying to had 600-plus applicants," she says. "So, I decided to use my time to get creative and pursue my passion project while I wait out…
Graeter’s Seasonal Elena’s Blueberry Pie Ice Cream is Back and Helping To Fight Childhood Cancer
A seasonal favorite has returned to Cincinnati-based ice cream chain Graeter's. That's right: Elena's Blueberry Pie is back. The limited-time berry-loaded treat is made with their signature rich cream base, mixed with blueberries and pie crust piece. "Crafted in memory of an inspiring young girl named Elena. It was her tragic battle with pediatric brain cancer…
Busch Beer Introduces New Non-Alcoholic ‘Dog Brew’ for the Very Best Boys
Busch Beer recently added a new brew to their petite line-up of domestic suds. It's not made of dogs, it's not made by dogs… it's exactly what you thought. A brew specially made FOR the furry friends in our lives. Busch's Dog Brew was announced on National Dog Day — Aug. 26 — and it was…
