Sunday, February 15th, 2026
Good morning, Hamilton. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hamilton City Schools face financial challenges from state funding changes that increased deficit spending — threatening key programs that support local workforce training and industry partnerships, despite recent gains in student achievement. Journal-News
- ➤ Hundreds of students attended the student-run TechOlympics at GE Aerospace in Evendale this weekend to explore IT career paths with local colleges and employers. The event features programming, cybersecurity, and network design competitions and continues today from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Local 12 News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Great Parks of Hamilton County is preparing for its amphibian migration event at local parks — the initiative will include educational activities on amphibian conservation, with dates and specific locations to be announced soon. FOX 19 Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hamilton County auctioned off furniture from Paycor Stadium amid ongoing renovations, and fans from nearly 20 states + one from Italy quickly bid on tables, chairs, and bar stools. Officials said extra funds from the sale will be used creatively for future projects. Local 12 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Tens of thousands of jars of peanut butter have been recalled after blue plastic was found in products made by Ventura Foods sold locally — shoppers are advised not to consume recalled jars and return them for a refund; the recall was reclassified to Class II on Feb. 12. Local 12 News
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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Hall — $29.00 - $44.00 — Experience the Grammy Award-winning soprano Karen Slack perform works from Florence Price's unpublished songs.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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Cincinnati Home and Garden Show
10 AM – 2 PM — Duke Energy Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Discover home improvement tips and garden inspiration at this vibrant expo.
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Connect Conference 2026
1:30 PM – 8 PM — 12020 Southwick Ln, Cincinnati, OH — Refunds available up to 7 days before the event — Network and learn from child welfare leaders and experts at this transformative conference.
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid - The Musical
2-6 p.m. — The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati - Emery Theater — Tickets from $74 — Experience the fun and laughter of this beloved children's musical.
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