Good morning, Hamilton.

St. Vincent de Paul will distribute free, new coats to Hamilton County residents on Saturday, Jan.

31, from 12-3 p.m. at the Liz Carter Center in the West End+ a surprise donation has allowed extra coats to be added to the roughly 5,000 planned this season.

Sara Peters (Community Health Alliance specialist) has been fielding up to 150 calls in icy weather to help people experiencing homelessness in Hamilton, and she expects one individual to receive a housing voucher and move in February.

Oxford farmer Jennifer Bayne is fighting bitter cold (spending thousands on propane) to keep her winter crops alive at 7 Wonders Farm.

The harsh conditions may force her to downsize her operations, and she said community support is vital to staying afloat.

Hamilton City Schools announced a plan to cut nearly $10 million in operating costs for fall 2026; the plan includes closing Fairwood Elementary and merging the freshman campus with Hamilton High while 153 positions will be cut.

Publicly funded daycares in Hamilton are recovering lost funds from recent snow closures + the centers are filing reimbursement claims to cover operational costs.

Officials say this step will help stabilize services for families.

Hamilton crews moved about 50 million cubic feet of snow to a city lot to clear downtown streets and keep small businesses open, with teams from public works, gas & water, and resident services ensuring public safety.

A major flood control project on Mill Creek nears completion and will be handed to the Millcreek Valley Conservancy District, which lacks funds for its $12 million annual operating cost (City Council will review a $1.5M loan proposal at 10 a.m. Tuesday at City Hall).

Cold weather has led to more emergency room visits as local hospitals report cases from falls & shoveling, with doctors noting injuries from musculoskeletal strains to heart problems; residents are urged to take extra care during this frigid period.

A fourth Minnick drive-through convenience store plus 11 two-unit villas have been approved at the northeast corner of River Road and Patterson Drive in Fairfield on 12.1 acres.

Excavation for the 4,560 sqft store will begin this spring, and the residential phase will follow FEMA review due to floodplain concerns.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Member Gathering

2-4 p.m. — EAA Chapter 974 Hanger — $20 annual dues — Connect with aviation enthusiasts to share ideas and passion for flying.

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.

Karen Slack Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Memorial Hall — $29.00 - $44.00 — Experience the Grammy Award-winning soprano Karen Slack perform works from Florence Price's unpublished songs.

Yue Yin Dance Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience an enchanting performance by the Mutual Dance Theatre's Yue Yin Dance Company.

My Furry Valentine 2026

2:30-5:00 p.m. — Spooky Nook Sports Champion Mill — Early Bird: $25 adults, $5 kids 5+, General Admission: $5, Free for kids under 5 — Discover your perfect pet among hundreds of adoptable dogs and cats from local shelters.

Cincinnati Home and Garden Show

10 AM – 1 PM — Duke Energy Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Explore the latest trends in home improvement and garden inspiration at this vibrant expo.