Good morning, Hamilton.

Panera will close its dough facility (4434 Muhlhauser Road in West Chester Township) on May 22 as part of a shift to an on-demand bakery model, cutting 70 jobs while providing severance and job placement help.

Talawanda High School's Future Farmers of America chapter was named one of the top 10 programs in Ohio by the state Department of Agriculture.

The Oxford-based chapter had a record school year as 17 students earned state degrees and nearly 185 members participated in projects run with Butler Tech.

Local parents are worried about a teacher shortage, but district officials say there are enough educators while a union president said Ohio schools offer more competitive pay & benefits to attract teachers.

The city announced Mallory Greenham will serve as Hamilton’s economic development director effective April 5 — she currently is chief of staff and will honor late director Jody Gunderson’s legacy in urban revitalization.

A mobile unit from the Dayton Vet Center is traveling to Hamilton to offer counseling and support services to local veterans.

The initiative aims to increase awareness and assist those facing PTSD and related challenges in connecting with care.

Michael and Marla Gorman turned down an $8.25 million offer from Prologis in October after news broke of a planned data center in Trenton.

The longtime farming family in Madison Twp said the land’s history and local value outweigh development.

Fins Up In Cincinnati: Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show

7-10 p.m. — The Redmoor Event House — Ticket price not available — A celebration of Jimmy Buffett's music with table reservations and general admission options.

2026 Nook Brew Run

12:00 a.m. — Spooky Nook Sports Champion Mill — $40 entry — A spirited 5K run set in Hamilton's vibrant Spooky Nook Sports venue.

Bruce Hornsby Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Taft Theatre — Tickets from $70 — Experience a night of live music with Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers in Cincinnati.

Steely Dead Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Ludlow Garage — Tickets start at $60 — Experience an electrifying performance by Steely Dead in Cincinnati.

Rees E Price Academy Community Fun Run (5K)

1-4 p.m. — 1228 Considine Ave, Cincinnati, OH — Free entry — Support local education while enjoying a fun run and free cupcakes.

Game Night at The Lane Libraries

6-8 p.m. — The Lane Libraries Community Technology Center — Free entry — Engage in epic Dungeons & Dragons adventures and fun board games with snacks and drinks provided.

Be Kind to Lawyers Day CLE 2026

9:00 AM – 4:30 PM — Champion Mill Conference Center — Registration fee applies — Engage in practical law strategies while supporting local youth programs.

Pericles Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Otto M.Budig Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a live performance of Shakespeare's Pericles by Cincinnati Shakespeare Company.

How To Train Your Dragon

7 p.m. — Emery Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience an epic journey with Hiccup and Toothless in a story of courage and friendship.

Downtown Hamilton Book Club

11 AM – 12 PM — The Lane Libraries Community Technology Center — Free entry — Enjoy lunch while discussing 'Mosaic' by Laura Gaddis with a special author visit.