Saturday, April 5th, 2025

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Good morning, Hamilton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Defendant Dominick Grubb, charged in an alleged murder-for-hire case, asked to fire his lawyer and represent himself but Judge McElfresh said he must first get a new attorney and will delay ruling on the motions—Grubb will return to court at 1 p.m. on April 17. Journal-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Voices of America Country Music Fest will take place from Aug. 7 to Aug. 10 at Voices of America MetroPark in West Chester Township — headliners include Darius Rucker on Thursday, Carrie Underwood on Friday, Hardy on Saturday, and Bailey Zimmerman on Sunday. Single-day passes are now on sale at various price levels. FOX 19 Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Heavy rain has led to high water and landslides in greater Cincinnati, including an early-morning landslide that closed about a three-mile stretch of Mary Ingles Highway in Northern Kentucky and a partial blockage of Hill Street in Mount Adams. The Hamilton County Engineer's Office said high water closed Lawrenceburg Road between US 50 and Suspension Bridge Road in Whitewater Township—crews are working to assess the dangerous conditions as the rain continues this weekend. WLWT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ House Bill 203, called Aspen’s Law, is under review in the Ohio State House Judiciary Committee to stiffen penalties for distracted driving in active school zones. The measure would increase charges and fines—upgrading some offenses from misdemeanors to felonies—after two crashes involving Lakota Local School District students, including the fatal collision that killed Aspen Runnels near Lakota East High School. Journal-News
- ➤ State lawmakers met with Butler County taxpayers last week to outline plans for long-term property tax relief as proposals target changes in the system (House Bill 28 passed 62-to-30 on March 19) and lower school district tax rates. They said taxes will not drop immediately and are expected to climb by about 20 to 25% after the 2026 reappraisal, with 528 districts holding $10.5 billion in carryover (a key factor in the new relief measure). Journal-News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Public health experts and pediatricians say that measles vaccination rates in more than 150 area schools remain below the herd immunity threshold—only one-third of local elementary schools meet the 92% standard—raising the risk of an outbreak if a case is introduced. They note that increasing non-medical exemptions and overall low immunization levels continue to heighten concerns across regional school districts. Springfield News-Sun
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The Phil Collins Experience
7:30-9 p.m. — Ludlow Garage — $35 – $50 — Experience an authentic tribute to the legendary Phil Collins and Genesis with a captivating multimedia performance.
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Learn To Play Hockey Session 5
5:30-6:15 p.m. — Goggin Ice Center — $170 for 12 practices — A great opportunity for young players to learn hockey fundamentals in a supportive environment.
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& Juliet
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a vibrant musical with the hits of Britney Spears, The Backstreet Boys, and The Weeknd.
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Disney On Ice: Magic in the Stars
7 PM – 3 PM — Heritage Bank Center — Check local listings for ticket prices — Experience a magical adventure with beloved Disney characters through timeless tales.
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Disney On Ice: Magic in the Stars
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Heritage Bank Center — Tickets available — Embark on a magical journey with beloved Disney characters through timeless tales under the stars.
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Vintage Ohio South Wine Festival 2025
12-5 p.m. — Champion Mill Conference Center — $30 pre-sale; $35 at the door — Sip on a diverse range of Ohio wines while enjoying live music and local vendors.
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& Juliet Musical
& Juliet — 7:30-11:30 p.m. — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Tickets required — Experience a fresh take on a classic love story with pop anthems and humor.
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& Juliet: A Musical Celebration
7:30 p.m. — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a lively musical featuring the hits of Britney Spears, The Backstreet Boys, and The Weeknd.
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7:30-11:30 p.m. — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a vibrant musical featuring the hits of Britney Spears, The Backstreet Boys, and The Weeknd.
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& Juliet — 7:30 p.m. — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Tickets required — Experience a fresh take on love as Juliet rewrites her own story with a playlist of iconic pop anthems.
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