Friday, February 6th, 2026
Good morning, Hamilton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A local group built new bus stop benches today on key transit routes to improve accessibility for residents. The benches were designed after community input (enhancing local transit) and they fill a gap in available public amenities. FOX 19 Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Norwood-based Queen City Angels rebranded as QCA Ventures — their membership jumped to 220 across 25 states in the past decade as they shifted to investing larger amounts in startup companies. Local 12 News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, Feb. 2, Hamilton hosted a ribbon-cutting for the Advanced Manufacturing Workforce and Innovation Hub at 101 Knightsbridge Drive; the $31 million project unites Miami University, Butler Tech, OhioMeansJobs Butler County and local officials to boost training and revive a long-unused facility for manufacturing jobs. WCPO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Butler Tech announced a $12.7 million expansion of the Bioscience Center in West Chester Twp that will add five classrooms and two simulation labs to double adult nursing capacity beginning in April to ease the healthcare shortage. Journal-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hamilton County is auctioning suite furniture from Paycor Stadium on Saturday, Feb. 14 at 1701 Patricia McCollum Way in Cincinnati; the auction offers live and online bidding for Bengals-branded seating and bar fixtures (a four percent fee applies to credit card purchases) that must be removed on the day. WLWT
- ➤ A new federal SNAP rule requires older adults and certain parents to document 80 work or training hours per month — local recipients in Ohio must show proof starting in March to avoid benefit drops by May. Local 12 News
- ➤ Hamilton County commissioners honored civil rights pioneer Betty Daniels Rosemond during Black History Month — recognizing her work as a Freedom Rider and her 50-plus years in Cincinnati. Her family accepted the tribute on her behalf. Local 12 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Heaven's Gain Ministries, a Greater Cincinnati organization, is hosting its Share the Love fundraiser on Feb. 14 at the Receptions Center in Erlanger to support families coping with pregnancy loss. Donna Murphy explained the nonprofit provides physical, emotional and spiritual care before, during and after such losses. WLWT
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Matteo Mancuso Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Ludlow Garage — Ticketed event — Experience the electrifying Route96 tour by Matteo Mancuso.
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Karyn White Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Ludlow Garage — Tickets available via Ticketmaster and Vivid Seats — Experience the soulful melodies of Karyn White live in concert.
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Cincinnati Home and Garden Show
10 AM – 2 PM — Duke Energy Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Explore the latest in home and garden trends and find inspiration for your next project.
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