Two Butler County Buildings Added to List of Ohio’s Most Endangered Historic Sites
Preservation Ohio — Ohio’s oldest statewide preservation association — has released its 2022 list of the state’s most endangered historic sites, and two Cincinnati-area buildings made the list. Both the Manchester Inn and the Armco Research Building in Middletown were named to the collection of 13 endangered sites, which features structures typically facing “one or…
Nolia Brings Elevated Southern Cuisine to Over-the-Rhine
New restaurant Nolia adds some Southern flair to Cincinnati’s foodie landscape. But while the restaurant serves unique dishes inspired by Chef Jeffery Harris’ upbringing in New Orleans, the fare stays authentic to the chef himself rather than to his hometown’s traditional cuisine. Situated in the space formerly occupied by Please (famous for its selfie-friendly bathroom and James…
Cincinnati Native Ben Dudley’s Graphic Novel ‘The Day the Cat Got Shot’ Weaves Together Tales of Madness
Cincinnati native Ben Dudley spent nine years working on his new graphic novel, The Day the Cat Got Shot. The book braids together the work of more than 20 artists based everywhere from the Queen City to Italy to Quebec to Venezuela and more. Described on its Instagram account (@ thedaythecat) as an absurd spy…
Composer Jessie Montgomery to Pay Tribute to Powerful Women in ‘I Have Something to Say’ at Cincinnati May Festival
Cincinnati’s gem of a cultural tradition is winding down for the year. The Cincinnati May Festival – a two-week choral celebration backed by the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra – concludes May 28 with a nod to joy and freedom. The festival, which is nearly 150 years old, also will spotlight the Cincinnati premiere of I Have Something…
Sound Advice: The Smashing Pumpkins to Bring Disarming Charm to Cincinnati
While it may not be the “cool” answer these days, The Smashing Pumpkins remains the only answer for many Xennials. Need to channel your inner teenager? Smashing Pumpkins. Need to ride around I-275 and dwell on your misfortunes? Smashing Pumpkins. Need to just escape into some tunes and forget about literally anything else existing? Pumpkins.…
Sound Advice: Tears for Fears Brings Their Era-Defining Pop Songs to Cincinnati Show
Tears for Fears — aka singer/songwriters Roland Orzabal and Curt Smith — have written some of the best pop songs of the last four decades; sleek, immaculately produced tunes that dominated 1980s radio and remain staples to this day. Check out “Mad World,” “Shout,” “Everybody Wants to Rule the World” and “Sowing the Seeds of…
Absolutely No Skill Involved: An Oral History of the Ohio Lottery’s Cash Explosion Game Show
For Ohioans under age 35, there’s never been a world without Cash Explosion. The Ohio Lottery’s Saturday night game show launched in February 1987 with a cheap-looking set and gameplay that involved drawing index cards out of a painted wooden box. But it’s come a long way since, now existing as a futuristic-looking, digitally-driven game…
Sound Advice: Miranda Lambert’s Heart-Stirring Music is Headed to Cincinnati
Miranda Lambert has been there for me since, well, practically the very beginning. It’s always felt like each of her albums has landed right when it was needed, as if this musical twin flame was going through all the same crap I went through. From striking out on our own (“Mama, I’m Alright”) and then…
Bright Eyes’ Nathaniel Wolcott Talks Album Reissues Ahead of Cincinnati Performance
Bright Eyes composer/arranger/multi-instrumentalist Nathaniel Wolcott admits the last two years have been “pretty wild.” An extremely prolific musician, Wolcott did not sit by idly after touring came to a halt as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Rather, he turned his focus to The Stand soundtrack he recorded with fellow Bright Eyes member Mike Mogis.…
The Dish: Recent Restaurant Openings and Closings in Greater Cincinnati
Per usual, Cincinnati’s dining scene doesn’t stay stagnant for long. Here are some recent notable restaurant openings you may have missed, plus a couple of eateries that said goodbye. Openings Genki Ramen Get ready to slurp away! Japanese-style ramen restaurant Genki Ramen now has a third location in Oakley. The small chain’s newest spot opened…
Roy Rogers Fast-Food Chain to Open Cincinnati Location
Western-themed fast-food chain Roy Rogers, named for the Cincinnati-born actor and cowboy, plans to open a Queen City location this year. This historic franchise, founded in 1968, is known for items like fried chicken, roast beef sandwiches and their iconic Double R Burger — a quarter-pounder topped with American cheese and ham on a Kaiser…
PETA Offering $5,000 Reward for Info About Cincinnati Puppy Found with Hair Tie Around Muzzle
On May 12, a puppy was brought to Cincinnati Animal CARE in Northside. That’s not an uncommon occurrence for Hamilton County’s humane society and shelter. But this puppy was different: A hair tie had been wrapped around her muzzle, restraining her mouth, causing intense swelling and a wound that “went down to the bone,” says…
Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan Subpoenaed for Jan. 6 Attack Info After Repeatedly Refusing to Testify
The U.S. House committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol recently subpoenaed five Republican U.S. House of Representatives members who the panel believes have knowledge of the events leading up to the attack, including communication with then-President Donald Trump. This list of House Republicans includes Ohio’s Jim Jordan. The Select Committee to…
9 Exciting Forecastle Sets to Catch this Year
After a two-year break because of the terrifying global pandemic that we all hope is starting to fade in the rear-view mirror, Forecastle festival is back. Taking place Memorial Day weekend, from May 27-29, the three-day music festival has shifted its identity a bit, transitioning from a focus on rock and indie to a bill…
Frisch’s and 3CDC to Bring Mobile Roller Rink to Downtown Cincinnati
Your summer plans just got a bit more retro. This Memorial Day weekend, a mobile roller rink is coming to downtown Cincinnati. Frisch’s and 3CDC have announced that they are partnering together on a three-year project that plans to bring a mobile roller rink to different spots around the downtown area. 3CDC says in a…
Economists: Abortion Ban Would Have Negative Impacts on Labor Force, Education in Ohio
Nearly two dozen economists in the state agreed that prohibiting abortion in Ohio would negatively impact labor force participation and educational attainment in the state, according to a new survey. The Ohio Economic Experts Panel answered a survey conducted by Scioto Analysis. The survey asked whether the economists agreed that prohibition of abortion in Ohio…
ICYMI, Cincinnati Reds’ Joey Votto Is Now Sorcerer Supreme After Wearing Doctor Strange Jersey in Louisville
During his long career with the Cincinnati Reds, first baseman Joey Votto has shown some serious baseball magic. Now he has the jersey to prove it. Votto donned a Doctor Strange jersey during his rehab stint with the Reds’ Triple-A affiliate Louisville Bats on May 14. The game against the Toledo Mud Hens was the…
Katy Perry is Living in Kentucky and Says it’s an ‘Amazing Experience’
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! Her partner Orlando Bloom is filming a major movie in Kentucky less than an hour east of Louisville called “Red Right Hand.” Perry told Handler, “I’m living in Kentucky…
Shires’ Cafe Eatery and Market Opens Downstairs from The View at Shires’ Garden Downtown
A new cafe and grab-and-go market has opened downtown. Ignite Entertainment, the team behind The View at Shires’ Garden — the drinking and dining destination on the rooftop of the City Club Apartments downtown — hosted the grand opening of Shires’ Cafe this weekend, located on the ground floor of the same building. According to…
Ohio Lawsuit Alleges Pharmacy Middleman OptumRX Defrauded State Agency Out of Millions
Since at least 2016, Ohio pharmacists have been accusing large companies acting as pharmacy middlemen of abusive practices, which they deny. And since 2019, the state has been accusing them as well, in the form of lawsuits. Now, after years of wrangling in court, some of that litigation might be headed to trial. The middlemen,…
Graeter’s Ice Cream Releases First of Five Limited-Time Bonus Flavors
Graeter’s Ice Cream has a secret — five of them actually. The local favorite French pot ice cream maker is releasing five secret bonus flavors this year, and it has just unveiled the first: Strawberry Cheesecake. Graeter’s describes the flavor as “an indulgence of rich cheesecake ice cream mixed with strawberries and graham cracker pieces.”…
Gas, Electric Companies Cut Off 270,000 Ohioans Amid Pandemic and Billions in Profit
Seven gas and electric companies in Ohio shut off service due to nonpayment more than 270,000 times over one year during the pandemic as their corporate parents reported billions in profits, according to an analysis of regulatory and financial flings. After prohibiting gas and electric shutoffs for the early months of the pandemic, the Public…
The Damn Cicadas Might Be Back, and 8 Other Cincinnati Stories You May Have Missed This Week
The weather is heating up, and so are Cincinnati’s happenings. This week had everything from lawsuits to sports highlights to a newly broken world record. Catch up on the big headlines below. ACLU Ohio Sues City of Lebanon Over Anti-Abortion Ordinance With Roe v. Wade in jeopardy, the battle over privacy and bodily autonomy is…
How to View the ‘Blood Moon’ Lunar Eclipse Happening in the Cincinnati Area This Weekend
Cincinnatians will have a chance to spot quite a special night sky event. NASA has reported that there will be a total lunar eclipse starting the evening of May 15 and lasting into the morning of May 16. According to NASA, a lunar eclipse occurs when the sun, Earth and moon align in a way…
Legendary Special Effects Artist Tom Savini Discusses Impact of Friday the 13th Film Series Ahead of Esquire Screening
Heads up, campers: It’s time to celebrate the only Friday that falls on the 13th in 2022, and there’s only one appropriate way to do it. Friday the 13th plays at 9 p.m. May 13 at Esquire Theatre, which already is a treat. But right after the screening of the first film in the series,…
Review: School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play at Cincinnati Playhouse Tackles Colorism and Prejudice
The chatter of high school girls about make-up, pop music, clothes and more is how Jocelyn Bioh’s School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play begins. But these are not giddy American teens: They’re adolescents enrolled at a boarding school in mountainous central Ghana in 1986. The characters cross the spectrum: Mercy (Kayla Forde) and…
Cincinnati Reds Make $5.13 Tickets Available, but on May 13 Only
Happy 513 Day! What better way to celebrate Cincinnati than cheap, cheap tickets to see a hometown team that’s finally – finally! – on a tiny winning streak? On May 13 only, the Cincinnati Reds are selling $5.13 tickets to two upcoming homesteads at Great American Ball Park. Fans can choose upper-view level tickets for…
Lawsuit Involving Drugmakers, Pharmacy Middlemen Over Steep Insulin Prices Could Impact Ohioans
The companies that make prescription drugs and the pharmacy middlemen that buy them have been quick to blame each other for inflating prices. But now they’re being accused of conspiring to increase the cost of insulin, a lifesaving medicine for many with diabetes. Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge made the allegations in a lawsuit that…
Tori Amos Talks About New Album ‘Ocean to Ocean’ Ahead of Cincinnati Show
The last two years have been particularly difficult for singer-songwriter Tori Amos, a real road warrior who had to cancel two tours because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. She recognizes that she hasn’t been the only artist severely impacted by the industry shutdown. “I think if you ask most live performers, whether it’s music people…
Tears for Fears Prepares for New Tour That Kicks off in Cincinnati on May 20
After Tears for Fears’ singer-guitarist Roland Orzabal and singer-bassist Curt Smith parted ways in the early 1990s, the duo set aside their differences and reunited in 2000 for a tour. They would then make an album together in 2004. While that album, Everybody Loves a Happy Ending, celebrated their return and was generally well-received, it…
Cincinnati Bengals Announce 2022-2023 Schedule, Score Five Primetime Games
The Cincinnati Bengals are hoping that some of last season’s Super Bowl magic will stick around. The Bengals announced the 2022-2023 regular-season schedule on May 12, and it’s brimming with both long-standing and newer rivalries, including an exciting home slate and five primetime television spots. The regular season kicks off against the Pittsburgh Steelers on…
16 Things To Do in Cincinnati This Weekend (May 13-15)
Friday, May 13 Garth Brooks at Paul Brown Stadium On Friday and Saturday, Paul Brown Stadium will take a break from hosting a nationally-known football team to host a nationally-known Country music star. Garth Brooks’ upcoming concerts at Paul Brown Stadium will be his only tour performances in Ohio, Kentucky, or West Virginia, according to…
New Hamilton County Program Distributes Free Fentanyl Detection Strips to Reduce Overdose Deaths
Hamilton County now has another weapon in the fight against fentanyl-related deaths. During the Hamilton County Commissioners meeting on May 10, health commissioner Greg Kesterman announced that county residents now can request free fentanyl test strip kits by texting “FTS” to 22999. The test strips are free, and no name is required to receive them –…
Rockin’ the Roebling Free Concert Series Returns for 2022 Season
The popular free concert series Rockin’ the Roebling is set to return May 19. The free concert series is made possible through a partnership among Moerlein Lager House, Cincinnati Parks, the Cincinnati Parks Foundation and The Banks. Local Cincinnati Punk Rock Americana band 500 Miles to Memphis is kicking the series off on Thursday, May…
Planned Parenthood to Host ‘Bans Off Our Bodies’ Abortion Rights Rally at Fountain Square This Weekend
On May 2, Politico reported on a leaked draft opinion from an unidentified U.S. Supreme Court clerk that suggested a majority of the court will vote to overturn the 1973 case Roe v. Wade that legalized abortion. Since that draft opinion was leaked, rallies all over the country have formed to protest the potential reversal…
Empanadas Aqui Food Truck to Close After Eight Years of Service
The owners of Empanadas Aqui announced in a Facebook post on Wednesday, May 11 that the Taste of Cincinnati festival on Memorial Day weekend will be the final day of operation for their food truck. The brick-and-mortar spot in Mason closed in January and co-owner Brett Johnson said that since then, he has made a career change…
Watch: Cincinnati Bengals Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins Star in New Nike Ad
A Super Bowl season keeps paying off for young Cincinnati Bengals stars. Bengals wide receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins star in a new ad for Nike. Released on May 10 as an Instagram reel, the ad hypes up Nike’s latest football glove, the Vapor Jet 7, complete with the brand’s signature swoosh. In the…
Donald Trump Endorses Northern Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie Ahead of Kentucky Primary
A little more than two years after calling Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie a “third rate Grandstander” who should be thrown out of the Republican Party, former President Donald Trump has endorsed the 4th District representative who is seeking re-election in 2022. Kentucky’s 4th District encompasses Florence and other portions of Northern Kentucky directly south of Cincinnati. …
Guest Commentary: Food Insecurity is Bad in Ohio and Poised to Explode
America’s hunger crisis is coming to a head. With supply chain problems and inflated food prices alongside family economic struggles stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of Ohio families facing food insecurity has exploded. Meanwhile, the Columbus Dispatch reported Tuesday, May 10 that 700,000 low-income Ohio households could see big cuts to the food…
House Committee Approves Two Measures That Could Reform Cash Bail System in Ohio
The Ohio House’s criminal justice committee passed two measures Wednesday that could lead to a greater reliance on cash bail. Meanwhile, lawmakers amended a different bail reform measure to set explicit limits on the calculation of cash bail. Although the proposals appear to be at cross-purposes, advocates are hoping the two could work together. The…
Cincinnati Relaunches Safe and Clean Program to Reduce Neighborhood Violence, Add Beautification
Cincinnati is taking another step to try to reduce the violence that has been on an uptick in recent years. On May 9, officials gathered in East Westwood to announce the Safe and Clean Accelerate Grant, a reimagining and relaunch of the city’s previous Safe and Clean fund. $500,000 is available for neighborhood grants for…
ACLU Ohio Sues City of Lebanon Over Anti-Abortion Ordinance
The American Civil Liberties Union of Ohio (ACLU) announced it is filing a federal lawsuit against the city of Lebanon on Tuesday, May 10, challenging the city’s ban on abortion that was passed in 2021. The announcement comes one week after a leaked draft opinion from the U.S. Supreme Court indicated a majority of the…
Brood X Is Back. Cicadas May Once Again Be Popping Up in Greater Cincinnati This Month
Last year, the Greater Cincinnati area was engulfed in cicada-mania after billions of Brood X insects emerged following a 17-year residency underground. Brood X (as in the Roman numeral for “10;” a 19th-century entomologist assigned Roman numerals to different periodical groups) is the largest of all the 17-year cicada broods. Also known as Magicicada septendecim and…
‘Bark in the Park’ Invites All Good Dogs to Watch the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park
The Cincinnati Reds are welcoming their furry, four-legged fans to the Great American Ball Park this summer for Bark in the Park. All good dogs (who have signed a vaccine waiver) are invited to sit with their humans in sections 137-139 for a ball game. Before the game, pups and owners alike can visit the…
Pickle Fest is Coming to Dayton in June
Do you love the briny goodness of a pickle? Well, a suburb of Dayton is hosting a whole day of celebration devoted to the crunchy snack this June. Austin Landing in Miamisburg is hosting Pickle Fest from 3-10 p.m. June 25, during which attendees can chomp down on tons of pickle-focused foods. Or head over…
Hunt for Sasquatch with Professionals During Bigfoot Basecamp Weekend in Perrysville, Ohio
Ohio has recently become a hotbed for Bigfoot sightings, and you could get the chance to spot him this September. From Sept. 9-11, researchers, experts and avid Sasquatch hunters will be descending upon Pleasant Hill Lake Park in Perrysville, Ohio during Bigfoot Basecamp Weekend. Matt Moneymaker, the founder and president of the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization…
Washington Park Announces Movie Lineup Free Summer Cinema Series
Can’t make it to the drive-in? Head to Washington Park for a similar cinematic experience under the stars. The park’s popular Summer Cinema series is back, starting June 8. Films will be screened every Wednesday at the park’s bandstand beginning at 9 p.m. Food trucks will be parked onsite and concessions — aka the bar…
Cincinnati Art Museum Recreates 1930s Art Deco Bedroom in New Exhibit
Take a step back in time at the Cincinnati Art Museum by paying a visit to a fully recreated Art Deco bedroom. In the new exhibitUnlocking an Art Deco Bedroom by Joseph Urban, which opens July 8, guests can explore the room of affluent 17-year-old Elaine Wormser, recreated by architect and scenic designer Joseph Urban…
Portions of I-75 Near Brent Spence Bridge to Close This Weekend for Repaving Project
Will construction ever end near the Brent Spence Bridge? Not this weekend. The Ohio Department of Transportation says portions of I-75 South will be closed on May 13 and May 14 while teams resurface the highway. According to a release, “single and double-lane closures will be in place between the Western Hills Viaduct and the…
Forest Park Representative Among Group of Legislators Pushing for Amendment Legalizing Abortion in the State
Ohio House legislators say they intend to flip the legislative narrative in the state, pushing for a state constitutional amendment legalizing abortion in opposition to the many bans being considered. State Reps. Michele Lepore-Hagan, D-Youngstown, and Jessica Miranda, D-Forest Park, face a hard fight to get the measure through a General Assembly currently encompassed by…
Ohio House Committee Passes Bill to Block Cities from Regulating Airbnbs, Other Short-Term Rentals
An Ohio House committee passed legislation Tuesday, May 10 that would block local governments from banning or directly regulating short-term rentals like Airbnbs within their borders. The legislation blocks towns and counties from enacting ordinances that prohibit businesses or people from renting property for less than 30 days at a time. Additionally, it blocks them…
Lifeguard Shortage Forces Multiple Cincinnati-Area Pools to Delay Opening for Summer Season
Summer is well on its way, and we all know the best way to beat the heat is to relax at a pool. However, a lifeguard and staffing shortage is already impacting many Cincinnati-area pools this summer. The city of Covington says they are looking to hire up to 60 lifeguards, pool attendants, and front…
Cincinnati and Ohio Reproductive Rights Organizations Accepting Donations Ahead of Potential Roe v. Wade Reversal
On May 2, the eve of Ohio’s primary election, Politico reported on a leaked draft opinion from an unidentified U.S. Supreme Court clerk that suggested a majority of the court will vote to overturn the 1973 case Roe v. Wade that legalized abortion. In recent months, a number of states have passed or proposed a variety of abortion…
Local Business Owners Team Up to Bring New Life to Cincinnati Staple Giminetti Baking Company After Recent Closure
Giminetti Baking Company is getting a new life following the announcement of its permanent closure in March after 37 years of operation. A group of local businesses — including Pompilios, KHI Food Brand and Sweet Tooth Premium Ice Cream and Candies — say after the closure, they got together and made moves to purchase the…
Redistricting Commission: Leave Unconstitutional Maps for 2022 Election
The Ohio Redistricting Commission is asking the state supreme court to rule on a legislative plan previously deemed unconstitutional only after it has been used for the 2022 general election. Those that agreed to resubmit a February version of the legislative redistricting plan treated the new/old plan as a “stop-gap” measure in arguments against objections filed…
A State Senator and Non-Profit Organization are Leading a Movement for LGBTQ+ Rights in Ohio
When state Sen. Nickie Antonio was first elected as the first openly gay person to serve in Ohio’s General Assembly, her intention was to be the first but certainly not the last. Serving as a state representative in the Ohio House for eight years before being elected to the senate in 2018, Antonio says she…
Kings Island’s The Beast Reopens, Breaks Its Own World Record
The Beast has broken its own record of world’s longest wooden roller coaster. Kings Island’s popular ride, built in 1979, has recently added some inches and has debuted two feet longer, per a press release from the park. After six months of renovation, which included replacing 2,000 feet of track, the coaster has reopened to…
Third Eye Brewing to Open New Location in Hamilton
Popular Sharonville brewery Third Eye Brewing is opening a second location. The brewery opened its original spot in June 2020. Now, Third Eye Brewing is gearing up to open a new place in Hamilton in early 2023, per a release. The Hamilton location is set to be home to a 10,000-square-foot production facility that will…
Real Taco Fest to Serve up Tacos, Margaritas and Beer at Smale Riverfront Park This Weekend
A brand new taco festival is hoping to right the wrongs of a previous festival dedicated to the popular food staple held back in 2017. Real Taco Festival, taking place on May 14 at Smale Riverfront Park, is aiming to be the opposite of the “underwhelming” Taco Festival Cincinnati held at Sawyer Point in 2017. At…
Report: If You Want to Garden in the Nude, Don’t Do It in Kentucky
Nude gardening is a thing for some people – just maybe not for folks in Kentucky. On the heels of World Naked Gardening Day, which was May 7, LawnStarter has compiled its 2022 list of the top cities in which residents residents can weed in the buff with less threat of the police or a…
Beloved Cincinnati Drag Performer Dies After Performance This Weekend
Local drag performer Aaron Losey died at the Fitton Center for Creative Arts in Hamilton on Saturday after a performance. Per a statement from the Fitton Center, Losey — who performed under the name Tyese Rainz — died following a “medical episode.” The center went on to write that Rainz’s performance received a standing ovation…
Cincinnati Reds Finally Win First Series of 2022
Fans, it finally happened. The Cincinnati Reds actually won a series — the team’s first of 2022. Sure, the most recent homestand was against the Pittsburgh Pirates, but who cares at this point? The Reds are winners. Taking two out of three (plus one rainout) makes it so. Even better? There was no retaliatory pooping…
Coney Island to Attempt World Record for Most People Down a Water Slide in 24 Hours
This summer, Coney Island hopes to make history. Between noon on June 17 and noon on June 18, Coney Island will attempt to set a world record for the most people down a water slide in 24 hours. The Cincinnati water park will attempt to set this world record on The Twister — a 45-foot-high…
‘Accidentally Wes Anderson’ Instagram Page Shares Photo of Clifton’s Esquire Theatre
A local landmark has received high cinematic praise from a popular Instagram account. Accidentally Wes Anderson (@accidentallywesanderson) is devoted to sharing single-frame photographs of architecture, objects, transportation and other mise en scène that capture the color story and sense of place typical of a Wes Anderson film (The Royal Tenenbaums, The Grand Budapest Hotel, The French…
‘Float-In’ Movie Nights Return to Great Parks of Hamilton County Lakes This Summer
Swap your car for a rowboat during Great Parks of Hamilton County’s “float-in” movie nights this summer. During four dates this season, guests can rent a boat and take to lakes in various Great Parks to watch family-friendly films while floating on the water. The series kicks off on May 13 with Clueless at Lake…
Ohio Lawyers, Abortion Rights Advocates Prepare for ‘Sea Change’ from Roe v. Wade Decision
The leak of a draft opinion appearing to spell drastic changes to abortion legalization in the country has caused many Ohio abortion advocates to accept what they’d been expecting for months. Roe v. Wade may be overturned this summer by the U.S. Supreme Court, and rather than deny what they’ve anticipated since the court took up…
Ahead of Governor’s May 9 Holocaust Commemoration, Cincinnati Survivor Talks About the Pain that Remains
For the first time in 42 years, Ohio’s annual Governor’s Holocaust Commemoration will take place outside of the state’s capital. Instead, it will be held at Cincinnati’s Holocaust and Humanity Center in Union Terminal. “Our location has such significance to the history itself, says Sarah Weiss, CEO of the Holocaust and Humanity Center. “We are…
Evan McPherson to Throw Cincinnati Reds’ First Pitch May 9, and Bengals May as Well Join the Team at This Point
Ok, it’s (probably) official: The Cincinnati Reds are forcing Bengals players into auditioning by locking them up for ceremonial first pitches. On May 9, Bengals kicker and overtime killer Evan McPherson will become the latest jungle cat to toss the ball at Great American Ball Park this season. He’ll take the mound before the Reds…
Pit Bull Parade and Celebration to Commemorate Repeal of Local Ban on the Dog Breed
Calling all adorable pitties (and their owners): it’s your moment to shine. On Saturday, May 7, former Cincinnati City Council member Chris Seelbach and local animal rights activist Jim Tomaszewski will be hosting the Pit Bull Parade and Celebration to honor that special pit bull in your life. The Pit Bull Parade and Celebration will…
Local Officials Affirm Roe v. Wade, and 8 Other Cincinnati Stories You May Have Missed This Week
It was the week that felt like a year. There’s a brouhaha brewing after a draft of a leaked U.S. Supreme Court opinion that would overturn Roe v. Wade was confirmed. The draft, which arrived ahead of the court’s decision that’s been expected this summer, could criminalize people in states with “trigger” laws banning abortion…
New Riff Distilling Shares Its Unique Mint Julep Recipe
The 148th running of the Kentucky Derby takes place on May 7 at Churchill Downs in Louisville. Even if you don’t make it out you can still don some seersucker and a giant fascinator while downing a mint julep at home. Don’t know how to make a mint julep? No need to worry — New Riff Distilling in…
Pilot Program: Cincinnati 911 to Send Mental-Health Pros Instead of Police for Some Non-Violent Calls
If you call 911 in Cincinnati, it may not be a police officer who comes to check on you. On May 5, just after Mental Health Awareness Month began, city officials announced a pilot program that would send mental health professionals instead of police for some non-violent, low-risk calls. If the city’s Emergency Communications Center…
Watch the 148th Kentucky Derby with Themed Events at These Greater Cincinnati Bars and Restaurants
The 148th Kentucky Derby is this Saturday, May 7, and while many may not be able to make it down to Louisville, Cincinnatians are still looking to don a big hat and drink some mint juleps. Watch the “fastest two minutes in sports,” which is scheduled to start at 6:57 p.m., at any of these…
Look Who’s Eating: Mark LaRosa of LaRosa’s Pizzeria
You’ve probably eaten your weight in LaRosa’s pizza if you grew up in Cincinnati, which is why it’s interesting to learn where Mark LaRosa, president and chief culinary officer of the local pizzeria chain, likes to dine when he’s not in the test kitchen working up new recipes with his team. Mark is the son…
Ohio Redistricting Commission Resubmits Maps Already Rejected as Illegal by Supreme Court
On Thursday, May 5, the Ohio Redistricting Commission voted to resubmit maps to the Ohio Supreme Court that the court has already rejected as illegal and unconstitutional partisan gerrymandering. The commission once again passed its third map 4-3 along party lines, with the exception of Republican Auditor Keith Faber, who said he voted no for…
Here’s Why U.S. President Joe Biden Will Visit Cincinnati on May 6
U.S. President Joe Biden is returning to Cincinnati this week. Biden will make a stop at United Performance Metals in Hamilton on May 6 to meet with manufacturing leaders, officials say. According to a release, the president will talk about the ways in which the company serves the aerospace, power, oil, gas and other technological…
Cincinnati Pops Orchestra Adds Common, Ben Folds Performances to 2022-2023 Season
The Cincinnati Pops Orchestra is planning a few extra bangers for this season, adding performances by both Common and Ben Folds to its upcoming slate. Hip-hop king Common will make his Pops debut on April 25. Common will join the orchestra in performing elections from his three decades in music, with Pops principal guest conductor…
Indoor Golf Simulator, Restaurant and Bar to Open in Fountain Square
National indoor golf and entertainment company Five Iron Golf is set to open in Fountain Square this year. The company signed a lease at 80 W. Fifth St. in the space formerly occupied by Macy’s, per a release from Cincinnati Center City Development Corp. (3CDC). This location is part of The Foundry, 3CDC’s $51 million…
Gifts Around Cincinnati You Can Get for Every Type of Mom in Your Life for Mother’s Day
Hey, Mother’s Day gift-buying procrastinators: Mother’s Day is this Sunday, May 8. If you’re still at a loss for what to give that mom in your life on Mother’s Day, we’re here to give you some ideas. Given that there are a variety of moms and mother figures on the planet, we’ve supplied you with…
No International Games Slated for Cincinnati Bengals, but Burrow and Chase Are Heading Back to New Orleans
It looks like the Cincinnati Bengals will stay within domestic borders this year. On May 4, the NFL released its slate of 2022-2023 regular-season games that will take place in international stadiums, but the Bengals won’t be part of the travel crew. Instead, matchups include Minnesota Vikings vs. New Orleans Saints in London, New York…
14 Things To Do in Cincinnati This Weekend (May 6-8)
Friday, May 6 First Friday at Ernie’s Yard Ludlow, Kentucky, is ready to bring the community together for some outdoor fun the first Friday of every month at Ernie’s Yard, the neighborhood’s food truck park. Enjoy free live music courtesy of Ben Goldschmidt along with Alex Salcido of The Harmed Brothers. Expect lots of food…
Fifth Attempt at Drawing Legislative District Lines in Ohio Concludes With No Action, Could Impact August Primary Timeline
Some of the players on the Ohio Redistricting Commission changed for their Wednesday, May 4 meeting, but the amount of action did not. The commission met to start the process of redrawing legislative maps, two days before the Friday, May 6 deadline set by the Ohio Supreme Court. This is the fifth attempt at legislative…
Experts: Nan Whaley Might Actually Have a Shot Against Gov. Mike DeWine in November
Anybody who’s been around Ohio politics for a minute knows this: It’s not the best use of your money to bet it against Mike DeWine. Since 1976, he’s been winning elections in the Buckeye State — first as Greene County Prosecutor, then in 1980 to the state Senate, then in 1982 to the U.S. House…
Cincinnati Cyclones End Playoff Run, Reds Notch Another Loss in Bad Night for Cincy Sports
It already was storming in Cincinnati on May 3. Why not add a little more melancholy to the mix? Tuesday was a bummer of a day of Cincinnati sports fans, with losses from both the Cincinnati Reds and the Cincinnati Cyclones. The Reds lowered their season record to 3-20, while the Cyclones ended their latest…
Everything You Can Eat at Cincinnati’s Asian Food Fest This Weekend
On May 7 and 8, Court Street Plaza will transform into the culinary epicenter of Cincinnati during the 11th Asian Food Fest. This weekend, more than two dozen restaurants serving food from 13 different Asian countries will line the pedestrian promenade downtown serving up snacks and Asian and local craft beer. Menu items will be…
The City Flea to Host First Outdoor Market of the Year at Washington Park in May
The weather is warming up, which means it’s time for shoppin’ and strollin’. On May 14, the City Flea is back at Washington Park for its first outdoor market of the season. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The City Flea (@thecityflea) Launched in 2011, the popular pop-up brings an entire park’s…
Burlington Antique Show Brings More Than 200 Vintage Dealers to Northern Kentucky
For more than 40 years, the Burlington Antique Show has been bringing the best antiques and vintage collectibles to the Boone County Fairgrounds. And they’re doing it again on May 15. From 6 a.m.-3 p.m. — rain or shine — more than 200 dealers will converge on the Boone County Fairgrounds, selling authentic Midcentury Modern, Art Deco,…
Seattle’s Iconic Piroshky Piroshky Bakery Hosting Cincinnati Pop-Up
One of Seattle’s most popular bakeries is coming to Cincinnati — but only for one day. Piroshky Piroshky is celebrating its 30th anniversary of slinging Eastern European-style pastries by taking a road trip across America. And it’s making a stop at MadTree Brewing (3301 Madison Road, Oakley) on May 23. Pastry pick-up takes place 4-6…
Cincinnati Chefs Host ‘Pierogi for Peace’ Food Benefit for Ukraine
Cincinnati chefs are banding together to support the people of Ukraine through cuisine. Pierogi for Peace will take place 6-9 p.m. May 9 at OTR StillHouse (2017 Branch St., Over-the-Rhine). Wodka Bar, one of the participants, posted to the bar and restaurant’s social media that “Cincinnati chefs from over 35 restaurants will create signature pierogi…
LISTEN: Bootsy Collins and Buckethead Release Two New Songs to Benefit Ukraine
Cincinnati Funk legend Bootsy Collins and prolific guitarist Buckethead have collaborated on music to benefit the people of Ukraine. The duo has produced two new songs — “Sunflowers” and “Dancing in the Snow” — which are available now with a donation to support Matthew 25: Ministries. A release says the tunes will be released worldwide…
Watch: Man Attacks Comedian Dave Chappelle on Stage at Netflix Is a Joke Festival
Dave Chappelle was bum-rushed by a guy at a comedy show. There’s no other way to say it. Multiple journalists in Los Angeles have reported that a man jumped up to the stage and attacked Yellow Springs resident Dave Chappelle, who was performing a stand-up act at the Hollywood Bowl during the Netflix Is a Joke comedy…
The Appalachian Festival Brings Appalachian Culture, Music and Food to Coney Island
After taking two years off due to COVID, the Appalachian Festival is returning to Coney Island for its 51st iteration on May 7 and 8. Guests can immerse themselves in the food, crafts and traditions of Appalachia with events ranging from live music and storytelling to a living history “Mountain Village.” Vendors will be selling…
Cincinnati Parks System Named One of America’s Best in New Report
The city of Cincinnati is home to more than 5,000 acres of parkland. And it turns out, that greenspace is some of the best in America. According to the annual ParkScore Index Report from the Trust for Public Land, Cincinnati’s parks system ranks No. 4 in the nation. That’s up four spots from 2021’s showing at…
Here’s What Will Happen In Kentucky If Roe v. Wade Gets Overturned
Fears that Kentucky’s “trigger law” immediately banning abortions could go into effect are high following the leak on May 2 of a draft Supreme Court majority opinion that would overturn the landmark 1973 Roe v Wade decision that federally protects women’s abortion rights. “Until this moment, there was still some hope that Roe wouldn’t be…
New Cocktail Bar to Open at The Banks
The Banks is set to get a new cocktail bar later this year. Cincinnati-based hospitality group Four Entertainment Group (4EG) has announced that they have signed a lease for the space that was previously occupied by Joella’s Hot Chicken at 180 E. Freedom Way. The currently unnamed bar will sit across the street from 4EG’s…
