Saturday, January 17th, 2026
Good morning, Hamilton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ RedsFest returns at the newly renovated convention center, bringing the community together for its annual celebration. Local organizers plan to host the event soon in a refreshed venue. FOX 19 Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ High school students now learn in a repurposed corporate HQ (AM Hub) in Hamilton that opened this month as part of a $31 million partnership between Butler Tech and Miami University, offering a three-year engineering program that started with 47 students and will grow to about 100 next school year. Journal-News
- ➤ Butler Tech educator and chef Lee Corder raised over $100K to fund a culinary scholarship awarding $5,000 each year for Butler County high school seniors to pursue culinary careers (he created it after a stage 4 cancer diagnosis to remove financial barriers); the Hamilton Community Foundation manages donations. WLWT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Lindenwald raised concerns after persistent white specks appeared from emissions at the USALCO chemical plant near Fairfield; Hamilton City Council continued testing with the Ohio EPA & began soil sampling to assess potential air quality issues. Journal-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local teams are set to tip off for the Kemba MLK Classic today in Hamilton — a community basketball event honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., with game details to follow. FOX 19 Now
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Fort Wayne Komets at Cincinnati Cyclones
4-6 p.m. — Heritage Bank Center — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Komets take on the Cyclones in an action-packed hockey showdown.
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Game Night at the Tech Center
6-8 p.m. — The Lane Libraries Community Technology Center — Registration required — Engage in thrilling Dungeons & Dragons adventures and exciting board games with provided snacks and drinks.
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Cincinnati Travel Sports and Boat Show
3-6 p.m. — Duke Energy Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Explore the latest in travel, sports, and boating at this vibrant event.
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DJ Pauly D Concert
7-9 p.m. — Bogart's — $54 for General Admission — Experience a lively night with DJ Pauly D spinning the latest hits.
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Bloomington Bison vs. Cincinnati Cyclones
4-6 p.m. — Heritage Bank Center — Cost Info Not Provided — Catch the thrilling hockey action on FloHockey with live broadcasts and replays.
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Candlelight Concert: Tribute to The Beatles
8:45-9:00 p.m. — Memorial Hall — Limited tickets available — Experience memorable melodies from The Beatles performed by a talented string quartet in a magical candlelit setting.
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Groundhog Economic Outlook Breakfast
7:30-9:00 a.m. — Harry T. Wilks Conference Center — $30 for Chamber Members, $35 for Non-Members — Gain insights on economic trends from a leading wealth management expert.
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John Violinist Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Ludlow Garage — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting fusion of classical melodies and contemporary hits by John Violinist.
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Member Gathering
2-4 p.m. — EAA Chapter 974 Hanger — $20 annual dues — Connect with aviation enthusiasts to share ideas and passion for flying.
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Game Night at the Tech Center
6-8 p.m. — The Lane Libraries Community Technology Center — Registration required — Engage in thrilling Dungeons & Dragons adventures and board games while enjoying provided snacks and drinks.
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