Seven Greater Cincinnati County Fairs for Funnel Cakes, Demolition Derbies and Giant Vegetables
County fairs are a quintessential part of summer in Greater Cincinnati, offering multiple days of livestock shows, wholesome homesteading competitions and exhibits, midway games and rides, fried food, tractors, beauty pageants and tons of demolition derbies. These seven are spread across Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. We’ve also included bonus info at the end of this…
FIFA Hates Cincinnati, and 9 Other Greater Cincinnati Stories You May Have Missed This Week
Cincinnati is dealing with a huge blow to the ego – not to mention its future economy – because of the recent announcement that the Queen City would not be one of the hosts for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It’s frustrating news to many soccer fans, but at least locals can drown their sorrows…
Guest Commentary: On Gun Violence, We’ve Got to Be Mad as Hell and Say We’re Not Going to Take This Anymore
Primum non nocere. First, do no harm. This is a dictum for health care professionals to consider the possible harm that any intervention might do. Politicians ought to conduct themselves by the same principle, especially when it comes to gun violence, as this too is a public health issue. But instead, Ohio politicians have relentlessly loosened gun…
Summer Guide: 25 Things to Do in Cincinnati When It’s Hot AF Outside
Summer in Cincinnati can be sweltering, but there’s no lack of cool ways to spend your days — both literally and figuratively. Whether you’re looking to relax poolside, stuff yourself with fried festival food or catch an outdoor concert, there’s an activity for every vibe as the temperatures rise. This list of 25 things to…
Sound Advice: Nick Lowe, Los Straitjackets to Bring Rock Romp to Cincinnati’s Memorial Hall
Songwriter and producer Nick Lowe has been around long enough to have witnessed bell-bottomed pants come in and out of style at least three times. His work from the late-1960s forward helped prop up some of music’s most prolific new wave and post-punk stalwarts, including Elvis Costello, who turned Lowe’s “(What’s So Funny ‘Bout) Peace,…
Sound Advice: PUP Plans June 5 Bogart’s Visit to Support Fourth Album
PUP frontman Stefan Babcock has the voice of a man desperate to get across his point of view – snotty emissions tinged with emotion even when conveying the most mundane of sentiments. Shades of Grandaddy’s Jason Lytle and Neutral Milk Hotel’s Jeff Mangum are obvious, as are numerous predecessors of a punkier persuasion. The Toronto…
6 Spicy Discoveries from Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval’s ‘Hot Ones’ Session with Asianati
As Asian/Pacific Heritage Month draws to a close, Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval is spicing things up. Asianati – an offshoot of the Asian American Cultural Association of Cincinnati – recently arranged for its social media manager Sam Burke to gently grill Pureval during a Hot Ones-esque meal at Krishna Indian Restaurant, eating progressively spicier cuisine…
Queen City Music Spotlight: Catch These 10 Cincinnati Concerts Featuring Local Acts in June
A variety of Greater Cincinnati acts have scheduled shows over the coming weeks, from local garage rock legends to hip hop activists, storied Cincinnati venues hosting punk, rock ‘n’ roll and DIY house shows hosting improvisational instrumental compositions. Here are just a handful of must-see shows for June. Stella Research Committee, Stud Count (Philadelphia), and…
Nine Monkeypox Cases Now Reported in Seven States; CDC Urges Awareness
Monkeypox cases are slowly increasing throughout the United States, though public health officials said May 26 they have the tools needed to diagnose, treat and contain the virus that’s mostly spread by skin-to-skin contact. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Rochelle Walensky said during a briefing that there are now nine diagnosed cases in…
U.S. 50, 3rd Street Ramp off I-471 Bridge to Close for Repair in June
Many Cincinnati drivers are going to experience a massive headache this summer. According to the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), the U.S. 50/3rd Street ramp off the Daniel Carter Beard I-471 bridge going northbound will be closed starting June 1. ODOT says traffic will be detoured through I-71, State Route 562 and I-75. The other main…
Roy Rogers Fast Food Chain to Open in Cleves, and More Cincinnati Restaurant News You May Have Missed This Month
Cincinnati got some great new dining options this May, from an East Walnut Hills coffee shop and wine bar that serves up ‘American tapas’ to a new cafe and market Downtown and a vintage-gas-station-inspired burger spot. While we did say goodbye to a couple of beloved Queen City eateries, Cincinnati’s culinary scene also experienced some…
Cincinnati City Council Votes Down Landmark Designation for Terrace Plaza Hotel
The Terrace Plaza Hotel in downtown Cincinnati is not an official historic landmark. Cincinnati City Council’s Equitable Growth and Housing Committee voted 7-1 against giving the Terrace Plaza Hotel a local historic landmark designation on May 24. Council member Jeff Cramerding was the sole vote for the designation. This is the second time this year that…
Ohio Supreme Court Rejects Partisan Redistricting Maps for Fifth Time
Ohio House and Senate district maps previously passed by Republican members of the Ohio Redistricting Commission and previously ruled unconstitutional remain invalid, a bipartisan 4-3 majority on the Ohio Supreme Court ruled Wednesday. Declining to hold commissioners in contempt, the court ordered the Ohio Redistricting Commission be reconstituted to draft and adopt new General Assembly…
18 Events, Activities and Parades to Check Out During Memorial Day Weekend in Cincinnati
From barbecues to parades, Memorial Day weekend ushers in summer while simultaneously serving as a day to remember our community’s military members who lost their lives while serving our country. We’ve compiled a list of events going on throughout the city to check out this holiday weekend. Memorial Day Weekend Events: Skate on a Mobile…
Listen to Music Under the Stars All Summer Long at These Greater Cincinnati Outdoor Concerts
With the addition of the festival stage at downtown’s newish Andrew J Brady Music Center and Newport’s indoor/outdoor PromoWest Pavilion at OVATION to the existing Riverbend Music Center, Cincinnati is now a prime spot to catch a concert under the stars. Luckily for Cincinnatians, some big-name acts are rolling through town this summer. These are…
Ohio, Kentucky Politicians ‘Heartbroken’ over Latest Mass Shooting, Despite Signing Pro-Gun Legislation
On May 24, an 18-year-old man walked into Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, elementary school and shot 21 people dead, including 19 children. He did this after shooting his own grandmother, who remains in serious condition as of May 25. Data shows that it is the deadliest school shooting since December 14, 2012, when…
Giant, Interactive Duct Tape Sculptures Descend on Washington Park This Weekend
Visitors may find themselves in a sticky situation this weekend when 15 giant duct tape sculptures descend on Washington Park. On view from May 27-30, these colorful life-sized creations made of Duck Tape-brand tape will pay homage to America’s pastime with a baseball theme and the exhibit name Knock It Out of the Park. Created…
Ohio Lt. Gov. Jon Husted Takes Paid Position on Bank Board While Still in Office
Ohio Lt. Gov. Jon Husted says he doesn’t have a conflict of interest as a new board member of an Ohio bank — that’s regulated by the administration of which Husted is a part. Despite the denial, his new side gig is likely to add to ethics questions about an administration that has already had…
Ohio, Kentucky Governors Request Nearly $2 Billion in Federal Funding for Brent Spence Bridge
An application for nearly $2 billion in federal funding was submitted by the governors of Ohio and Kentucky specifically targeting the Brent Spence Bridge corridor that spans the borders of the two states. Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said they asked for $1.66 billion from the Multimodal Projects Discretionary Grant, a…
The National Apparently Has Homecoming on the Brain, So Yay?
It’s not much, but it’s something. Music fans are noticing that the website for Homecoming – the Cincinnati festival curated by locally formed band The National – recently was updated. Instead of showing a cancellation notice for the 2020 festival, the website now says “Homecoming 2023,” followed by a suggestion to join a mailing list for further…
Cincinnati Continues to Wait for FIFA World Cup Status; Officials Update Info Timeline
Cincinnati’s efforts to land the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues, albeit at a glacial pace. FIFA, which oversees world soccer, says that it will make an announcement on June 16 about the World Cup. The organization has provided no details other than that the announcement will be broadcast live from New York City and it’s…
The 55th Summerfair Cincinnati Brings Hundreds of Artists to Coney Island
Coney Island will transform into a haven for artists and art-lovers June 3-5 when Summerfair Cincinnati returns to the park for its 55th year. Launched in Mount Adams in 1968, the nonprofit aims to support young artists and community-based art programs through exhibitions, scholarships and awards. “What started as a small art fair’s salute to the…
Monthly OTR Street Festival Second Sunday on Main Kicks Off its Season in June
One of Over-the-Rhine’s signature summer series is slated to return in June. The Second Sunday on Main monthly street fest launches its season on June 12. Full of local vendors and small businesses, arts and musical performers and even a dedicated biergarten, Second Sunday on Main describes itself as “a fun place to hang with family…
Cincinnati Concours d’Elegance Brings Vintage and Exotic Cars to Ault Park
Hundreds of unique and collectible automobiles will take over the grounds of Ault Park for the 44th Cincinnati Concours d’Elegance show in June. On June 12, the gathering will feature more than 250 “pristine” vehicles and “eleven classes of classic, vintage and exotic automobiles and motorcycles,” per a release. This year’s event will also honor the…
The CDC Expects More Monkeypox Cases in the U.S.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Monday it’s likely the United States will see additional cases of monkeypox in the coming weeks, but officials cautioned that it’s harder to transmit the virus than it is to spread respiratory illnesses like COVID-19. Monkeypox, which is also spreading throughout Europe, has an incubation period of…
Panegyri Greek Festival Returns to In-Person Event at Holy Trinity-St. Nicholas Church in Finneytown
After canceling 2020’s event and moving to a drive-thru model in 2021, Panegyri is back with a full-scale, Opa!-inducing event this June. From June 24-26, the Holy Trinity-St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in Finneytown is hosting its annual celebration of Greek culture, complete with exhibits, cooking demos, live music and lots and lots of folk…
Frisch’s Releases New Line of Craft Burgers on National Burger Day
Frisch’s Big Boy is feeling fancy this National Burger Day by upping the ante — and adding aioli — on some of its offerings. On May 28, the chain, which is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, will launch a line of new Craft Butcher Burgers. There will be a: Classic Craft Butcher Burger: a…
Wonderfully Eccentric Northside Fourth of July Parade to Return to In-Person Event This Summer
After a canceled event in 2020 and a house float tour in 2021, the eccentric Northside Fourth of July Parade will be back in full swing this year, according to the event’s Facebook page. Starting at noon on July 4, thousands will line Hamilton Avenue — the neighborhood’s main drag — to see creative handmade…
Watch: Cincinnati Reds Fan Catches Foul Ball in His Beer, Chugs in Celebration
If they wanted to, the Cincinnati Reds soon could have a roster consisting entirely of fans. Just a few weeks after a fan caught a foul ball while feeding his baby, another fan has made an impressive grab. Well, it’s debatable that the latest fan actually caught the ball. During the Reds’ May 23 series…
Charm at the Farm Vintage Market Returns to Former Lebanon Horse Farm in June
Greater Cincinnati’s Charm at the Farm vintage market returns for the first pop-up of the season June 10-12. Held on the grounds of a 56-acre former horse farm in Lebanon, the weekend features more than 100 regional vendors showcasing everything from upcycled furniture and boho-style gifts to vintage items, clothing and jewelry, all with a…
Top Cincinnati Summer Church Festivals for Beer, Rides and Light Gambling
As fish frys are synonymous with the Lenten season in Cincinnati, so too are church fairs with summer. These Cincinnati-area fests are full of carnival rides, games, live music, funnel cake, beer and even light gambling, all to benefit each religious institution. Here are some of our favorites. The Catholic Telegraph also has a list…
Ohio Food Banks Ask the State for Funding as Ohioans Go Hungry
Some food banks are slashing the amounts of food they give people. At the same time, Ohio and many other states are sitting on enormous piles of cash, and a spokesman for Gov. Mike DeWine was vague last week when asked how the governor would like to use that money. As so often happens to…
Five Favorite Spots to Canoe and Kayak in Greater Cincinnati
Greater Cincinnati is home to a wealth of rivers — the Little Miami, the Whitewater, the Great Miami — all perfect for floating a Sunday away while perched in a canoe or kayak. Here are five favorites. Check with each business about reservations, specific rental fees and what you can and can’t bring with you.…
Motion City Soundtrack’s Justin Pierre Talks ‘Commit This to Memory’ Anniversary Tour Ahead of Cincinnati Show
When Motion City Soundtrack singer-guitarist Justin Pierre first met guitarist Josh Cain, the two were in high school and liked very different types of music. Cain had an older brother who was the conduit for “really cool music” and introduced him to acts such as Big Black and the Pixies. Pierre had much more conventional…
‘Ohio is for Lovers Festival’ at Cincinnati’s Riverbend Music Center to feature Hawthorne Heights and Other Iconic Emo Acts
Those who spent a formative part of their youth head-banging to emo and pop punk acts at festivals like Warped Tour and Rock on the Range will have a chance to relive their glory days this summer. On September 10, Hawthorne Heights, a Dayton, Ohio-based act considered to be one of the emo rock forefathers,…
Eight Outdoor Shopping Pop-Ups and Antique Markets to Explore This Summer in Cincinnati
Warm weather means open-air markets, from maker-friendly pop-ups to outdoor antique fairs. And Cincinnati is home to plenty. Here are eight to shop this summer, with their respective upcoming dates. (Note: Several markets have additional events into fall and winter, but these are just the ones scheduled through August.) Art on Vine Shop the work…
15 Greater Cincinnati Summer Food Festivals to Stuff Yourself
Cincinnati is home to an eclectic culinary scene, with multiple festivals throughout the summer dedicated to celebrating specific ingredients, cuisines and cultures. Go Greek for the day or gorge on goetta at these 15 area food festivals. Visit each event’s website for hours and full details. Taste of Cincinnati Launched in 1979, this giant food…
Dave Chappelle Joins John Mulaney in Columbus, Is Still on His Anti-Trans Bullshit
Yellow Springs comedian Dave Chappelle surprised comedy fans by showing up to John Mulaney’s May 20 stand-up show in Columbus. But many attendees were frustrated when Chappelle reportedly continued his punches toward the LGBTQ+ community during his unscheduled set. Chappelle performed for about 15 minutes before Mulaney took over, social media users said. During Chappelle’s…
Noah Thompson Becomes Kentucky’s First ‘American Idol’ Winner
Noah Thompson, a 20-year-old former construction worker turned country singer from Louisa, Kentucky, won American Idol last night, on May 22, becoming the first Kentuckian to do so. Over the course of the live three-hour Idol finale, Thompson performed five songs, including two renditions of his new original single, “One Day Tonight.” Although co-competitors Leah Marlene…
Immersive Monet Exhibit Coming to Indianapolis
Immersive Vincent van Gogh exhibits have taken the nation by storm recently — one is actually opening in downtown Cincinnati in June — but it looks like another Impressionist is ready to step into the spotlight. THE LUME at Newfields, the Indianapolis Museum of Art, is getting ready to open Monet & Friends Alive in July. According…
New Ohio Bill Would Decriminalize Fentanyl Test Strips
Fentanyl has exploded in Ohio as the leading cause of overdose deaths. Now, a new bill in the Ohio House would decriminalize fentanyl test strips, allowing people to identify bad-batch drugs before an accidental overdose. House Bill 456 would decriminalize fentanyl drug testing strips, which detect the tasteless, colorless opioid that often creeps its way…
Katy Perry Stopped by the Louisville Zoo During Stay in Kentucky
Katy Perry, who has been enjoying her new home in Kentucky for the last few weeks, visited the Louisville Zoo this past weekend. Last week on an episode of Chelsea Handler’s podcast “Dear Chelsea,” Katy Perry revealed that she’s been living in Kentucky for several weeks — and she likes it! Related Her partner Orlando…
Jif Peanut Butter Recalled for Potential Salmonella Contamination
You may want to check your peanut butter label twice before slathering it on your morning toast. The J.M. Smucker Co. has issued a voluntary recall of select Jif peanut butter products after the U.S. Food & Drug Administration says it began investigating “a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Senftenberg infections” related to Jif produced in…
Newly Revealed Text Messages Suggest FirstEnergy Executives and Regulators Knew Utility Rate Hike Was Illegal
More evidence emerged May 20 that Ohioans for years have faced questionable utility increases that were granted out of possibly dubious motives. On June 19, 2019, FirstEnergy’s leaders were furiously pushing what would later be called one of the biggest bribery and money laundering schemes in Ohio history. The same day, the Ohio Supreme Court…
Cincinnati Brewery Urban Artifact Releases the World’s Most Expensive Beer
Even though Northside brewery Urban Artifact didn’t set out to create the world’s most expensive beer, they have managed to do just that with their latest creation, Astronaut Food Blackberry & Blueberry. The brand new beer, described as a fruit tart, is made with over 1,000 pounds of freeze-dried blackberries and blueberries. The beer’s hefty…
Breaking Down Ohio Abortion Care: How Potential Roe v. Wade Reversal Could Impact Abortion Services
The leak of a U.S. Supreme Court draft opinion that could overturn Roe v. Wade has opened up the floodgates for restrictive state bills across the country. In Ohio, a looking glass for the future of abortion care comes in the form of two “trigger bills” that have the potential to eliminate abortion care access…
Ohioans Weirdly Love ‘Cash Explosion,’ and 8 Other Cincinnati Stories You May Have Missed This Week
After suffering through a series of headlines that seemed almost dystopian in nature (a potential reversal of Roe v. Wade and cicadas staging a comeback this spring — oy vey), Cincinnatians were ready for some feel-good news. For starters, the popular Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience exhibit, in which van Gogh’s artwork is shown in…
Kentucky Teacher of the Year Tells Congress How Bad LGBTQ Discrimination is in Kentucky Schools
A Kentucky Teacher of the Year painted a picture of a dire situation for LGBTQ+ teachers and youth in Kentucky schools in testimony before a Congressional House committee hearing on classroom censorship on Thursday, May 19. “I’ve always faced discrimination as a gay teacher, and I’ve weathered the storm because my presence saves lives,” said…
Six Favorite Greater Cincinnati Bike Trails to Explore This Summer
Looking for the best trails to bike this summer? We asked Wade Johnston, director of local bikeway advocacy group Tri-State Trails, for his recommendations. His six picks — and reasons why — are below. Find more area bike trails at tristatetrails.org/explore or plan your urban ride with Tri-State Trails’ new “Low-Stress Bike Map” feature. Whitewater Canal…
Ohio Is Now Home to 400 Craft Breweries
There is certainly no lack of places to grab a pint in Ohio. And, as of July, there will officially be 400 craft breweries in the state with the opening of Guernsey Brewhouse in Cambridge, according to the Ohio Craft Brewers Association. That’s up 100 breweries from three years ago. “There is now at least…
Coney Island to Open 2022 Season On Memorial Day Weekend
Summer is nearly here, and for Cincinnatians, the season wouldn’t be the same without a trip to Coney Island. Thankfully, Cincinnatians won’t have to wait long to venture to their favorite water park. On Saturday, May 28, Coney Island will officially open for its 2022 season. The over-a-century-old park is home to the nation’s largest…
Eight Outdoor Summer Movies Series to Attend in Cincinnati This Summer
While Cincinnati has two great drive-in theaters nearby for some outdoor cinema — Starlite Drive-In and Holiday Auto Theatre — plenty of parks in Greater Cincinnati are also offering screenings of family-friendly (and not-so-family-friendly) movies throughout the summer. Get full details about upcoming films and dates, what you can and can’t bring and what happens…
Ohio Legislators and Anti-Abortion Speakers Argue Over State’s Abortion ‘Trigger’ Ban in Contentious Hearing
Supporters of the newest abortion “trigger” ban in Ohio testified against “forcing” pregnant individuals to have the choice of abortion in the state, and faced tense exchanges with Democratic legislators. The House Government Oversight Committee held its second hearing on House Bill 598 on May 19, which would ban abortion in Ohio in the event that…
Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit to Open in Cincinnati Next Month
The wait is finally over —Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience is coming to Cincinnati. The popular large-scale digital art experience will debut on June 1 at the former Gidding-Jenny department store, located at 18 W. Fourth St. in Downtown. The historical building, constructed in 1860, will serve as a spacious backdrop to an immersive experience featuring…
Half Day Cafe to Close Wyoming Location Due to Labor Shortage
Half Day Cafe will be closing its Wyoming location after 16 years. The cafe’s owners made the announcement in a video shared on Facebook, stating that they are unable to staff the location “we just can’t hire staff to work; we’ve tried.” Half Day serves up breakfast and lunch seven days a week with items…
Kentucky Posts Lowest Unemployment Rate in State’s History
After reporting large losses in its workforce at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, Kentucky’s job market appears to be bouncing back. On May 19, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear announced that the state had just posted the lowest unemployment rate in its history. According to the Kentucky Center for Statistics, the state’s seasonally adjusted preliminary…
12 Things To Do in Cincinnati This Weekend (May 20-22)
Friday, May 20 Cincinnati International Wine Festival at Duke Energy Convention Center On Friday and Saturday, head to the Cincinnati International Wine Festival to sample your pick of 200 wines from around the world. While sipping on international wines, attendees will also have the chance to participate in a wine-centric silent auction or speak to…
Get Free Breakfast on the Purple People Bridge During National Bike to Work Day
National Bike to Work Day takes place May 20 and, like the name suggests, it’s a day to encourage people to make their commute by pedaling instead of driving. Held the third Friday in May, the day highlights the benefits of biking — it’s a chance to exercise, reduce your carbon footprint and save at…
Gorilla Cinema Bringing Imaginative Cocktails and New Kitchen to Covington Yard
Popular outdoor establishment Covington Yard is getting a new kitchen and some imaginative cocktails. Gorilla Cinema Presents has announced a partnership with Covington Yard that they are dubbing “GC in 3D at Covington Yard.” On top of amped-up cocktails, reminiscent of Gorilla Cinema’s other ventures like Tokyo Kitty, Tiki Tiki Bang Bang and Cosmic Gorilla, this…
21+ Outdoor Movie Night Coming to Sawyer Point
An outdoor cinema experience is popping up in Cincinnati this summer, and this time it’s just for grown-ups. NightLight 513 plans to bring Millennial-favorite films to Sawyer Point through October, with bonus local food trucks and craft beer. Films will be screened at the P&G Stage. “Think of it as a picnic at night to…
Ohio House Bill Would Make Voters Choose Safety Measures in Schools
A bill that may be up for a vote soon in the Ohio House would put the decision of whether or not to have a school resource officer up to the voters in each school district. House Bill 501 seeks to change Ohio law that the sponsors of the bill say doesn’t define “school safety…
Local Plant-Based Foodies Can Rejoice at Cincy VegFest This June
Cincinnatians can enjoy a day of plant-based celebration this June. The fourth-annual Cincy VegFest is being hosted on June 4 at the Burnet Woods bandstand in Corryville. Enjoy vendors, performances, presentations and exhibitions from 11 a.m.- 6 p.m. at this free festival that celebrates all things plant-based. As part of the 150 VegFest events throughout…
John Oliver Trashes FirstEnergy and Ohio’s Controversial Energy Bill on Last Week Tonight
In his marquee segment on HBO’s Last Week Tonight on May 15, host John Oliver mocked former FirstEnergy CEO Chuck Jones and recounted some of the most garish highlights of the HB6 scandal to dramatize the corruption and perniciousness of American utility companies. Oliver’s segment largely concerned the monopolistic power of privately owned utilities. Over…
Carrie Underwood is Coming to Cincinnati’s Heritage Bank Center Next Spring
Dust off your rhinestone cowboy boots — Carrie Underwood is coming to town. The eight-time Grammy Award winner and American Idol alum reveals that she will be embarking upon a new tour, “The Denim & Rhinestones Tour,” in fall 2022 and spring 2023, according to a press release. Underwood’s new tour will be stopping in…
Downtown Procter & Gamble Offices Closed Due to a “Security Concern”
Cincinnati’s downtown Procter & Gamble (P&G) offices were closed Wednesday, May 18, due to reported security concerns, according to the Cincinnati Police Department. CPD said in a statement that they received information from Kenton County law enforcement on Tuesday regarding a “safety concern” in reference to the 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza location. Officials with…
Kings Island’s New Nightly Fireworks Show to Include Lazers, Drones and Greg Brady from The Brady Bunch
Celebrations for Kings Island’s 50th anniversary will be kicking off Memorial Day weekend. The park’s nightly fireworks show will soon conclude with 200 synchronized drones, laser projections, fire bursts and plenty of fireworks that will tell the story of Kings Island over the past 50 years. “Fun, Fireworks and Fifty – A Kings Island Nighttime…
High-End Restaurant Alara to Open in Madisonville’s Madison Square
The team behind Tahona Kitchen + Bar, Toast & Berry, S.W. Clyborne Co. and others is opening a new high-end eatery in Madisonville. Alara, described by Looking Glass Hospitality as “experiential” and “focusing on innovative menu items and warm hospitality,” is slated to open at Madison Square — the development near Medpace and The Summit…
Ohio House Lawmaker Files Resolution to Block Remote Civil Trials in the State
The COVID-19 pandemic spurred the adoption of remote conferencing, and whether you appreciate working in sweatpants and slippers, or the thought of back-to-back Zoom meetings makes you break out in a cold sweat, those technologies aren’t soon going away. Still, state lawmakers want to draw some bright lines around when video conferencing is and isn’t…
