Here’s a head scratcher: what do a presidential visit, America’s oldest German festival and a new composting program all have in common? We here at CityBeat have the answer: They’re all news items that you might have missed this past week. Catch up on these stories and more below.
U.S. President Joe Biden to Visit Cincinnati Next Week for CNN Town Hall
Time to roll out the blue carpet Cincinnati. U.S. President Joe Biden will visit the Queen City on July 21, six months after he took office. In an as-of-yet undisclosed location, CNN anchor Don Lemon will host an hour-long town hall, which is expected to cover a variety of issues. Read CityBeat’s story about President Biden’s visit to Cincinnati.
Councilwoman Keating’s Proposed Cincinnati Charter Amendment: Mayor, Council Members Must Resign Before Running for Another Office
Interim Cincinnati City Council member Liz Keating announced her “Resign to Run” charter amendment this week, which would require certain elected officials to resign their current office before running for another salaried elected office. The proposed amendment, Keating hopes, will curb corruption and help officials focus on their current duties. Read CityBeat’s story about Keating’s proposed amendment.
The Boys in Red Hats Highlights a Northern Kentucky High School’s Infamous Blowup in Washington, D.C.
Filmmaker Jonathan Schroder’s latest documentary takes an investigative look into the events and aftermath of Jan. 18, 2019, when local Covington Catholic High School visited a March For Life event in Washington, D.C. The film is available for viewing at the Esquire Theatre in Clifton and virtually all over the country. Read CityBeat’s story about the incident and how to get tickets for Schroder’s film.
Clermont County Mega-Dumper Sentenced to Four Years in Prison
It’s been a stinky situation. Donald W. Combs, who had illegally created landfills in Clermont County, has been sentenced to four years in prison for illegal open dumping and burning of solid waste, among other charges. This sentencing comes after an investigation by the Ohio EPA after apparent years of misconduct on Combs’ part. Read CityBeat’s story about Combs and his history of illegal dumping.
Hell Yeah: Danger Wheel Returns to Pendleton This Summer
Look out Pendleton, Cincinnati’s Big Wheel race for adults is back on July 31. Danger Wheel is an epic obstacle course and race featuring 64 teams. Registration for the race is now closed, but viewing the race as it rockets down 12th Street is free and open to the public. Read CityBeat’s story about Pendleton’s Danger Wheel race.
Newport Italianfest Brings Cannoli and Cold Beer to Newport on the Levee This Weekend
This weekend is proving a delizioso time to head down to the river as Newport Italianfest returns through July 18. Grab everything from arancini to alfredo and zeppole to cannoli while listen to live Italian music along the riverside. Admission is free at the festival, which will be at Festival Park on the Levee. Read CityBeat’s story about Newport Italianfest to find out all the details.
Cincinnati Pride Sets 2022 Festival Date After Two Years of Pandemic Postponements
It’s been a colorless two years without Cincinnati Pride’s annual festival, but after the organization’s recent social media announcement, there could be a rainbow on the horizon. In a Facebook post, Cincinnati Pride revealed that its full festival would be held June 25, 2022 at Sawyer Point. Read CityBeat’s story about Cincinnati Pride’s in-person return.
Findlay Market Launches Community Composting Program, Rent Your Own Bucket
We know Findlay Market as an amazing place to get fresh food, but now it has a way to get rid of your leftovers, as well. The recently announced composting program means that shoppers will be able to rent a five-gallon bucket for food scraps and then drop it back off at the market on Tuesdays. Read CityBeat’s story about Findlay Market’s latest green initiative and find out what you can compost in your kitchen.
Don Your Dirndl for Cincinnati’s 155th Schutzenfest, America’s Oldest German Festival
Roll out the barrel, and we’ll have a barrel of fun this weekend at “The Marksman’s Festival” when Cincinnati’s Schutzenfest returns. Started by German immigrants in 1866, the modern festival includes authentic German food, a shooting competition and a bier dash fun run. Dust off that lederhosen, because special prizes will be awarded for authentic dress. Read CityBeat’s story about the country’s oldest German celebration.
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This article appears in The Burger Issue 2021.
