Good morning, Hamilton.

Meadow Ridge Metropark is a large 456-acre park that used to be the Weatherwax Golf Course.

MetroParks restored 40 acres of golf course features — reshaping greens, tees and sand traps, planting native prairies and trees, and removing invasive honeysuckle — to create a natural space for birding, fishing and hiking.

State Senator Bill Blessing and Governor Mike DeWine have proposed raising the tax on sports bets from 20% to 36% to fund a permanent arena and stadium projects fund statewide — the measure is expected to yield about $160 million per year while most Hamilton County residents will not see a tax increase. Lawmakers have until June 30 to finalize the budget — the proposal was removed from the House version.

The House budget eliminated a 30-year-old commission for campaign finance cases — now campaign finance complaints will go to the Secretary of State or local election boards.

House Finance Chair Brian Stewart said the panel was too slow, and the Senate will hold hearings on the plan next week.

Butler County officials are discussing a hiring freeze to slow spending as the county faces a shaky economy with falling stock markets and rising budget costs; Commissioner Don Dixon supports a plan that would allow only essential replacements while a vote is set for Tuesday (a move to keep future expenses in check).

The city council will vote Monday at 7 p.m. on a Marsh Park masterplan that includes new paths, boardwalks—along with improved kayak docks—amid disagreement over including a restaurant option.

A survey showed 68 percent of respondents favor a café/brewery, while some residents fear a restaurant will harm the park's natural feel.

We Run: Community Race Day

9 AM – 1 PM — Rentschler Forest MetroPark — $15-$35 — Participate in a community race with various age group categories and fun run for all ages.

Patrick Hinds Live Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Woodward Theater — $35 General Admission, $50 VIP — Enjoy an intimate evening of humor and insights with Patrick Hinds.

Glenn Miller Orchestra Performance

7-8:30 p.m. — Aronoff Center for the Arts - Fifth Third Bank Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless sounds of the Glenn Miller Orchestra, one of the world's beloved bands since 1956.

Cincinnati Ballet: Director's Vision - No Boundaries

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a dynamic triple bill featuring choreographic works inspired by contemporary themes and historical reflections.

Five for Fighting Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Ludlow Garage — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy soulful melodies from the iconic musician behind the hits of The Great American Songbook.

Spyro Gyra Live Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Ludlow Garage — $40 – $65 — Experience the legendary jazz-fusion band with an unforgettable live performance.

Cincinnati Ballet: Director’s Vision

1-3 p.m. — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Ticket information TBA — Experience a compelling triple bill of contemporary ballet showcasing innovative choreography.

Faux Stained Glass Workshop

4-5:45 p.m. — The Lane Libraries Community Technology Center — Free entry — Create your own faux stained glass masterpiece with shrinkable plastic and hot glue.

Matisyahu Live Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Ludlow Garage — $35-$55 — Experience Matisyahu's electrifying mix of reggae and hip-hop in an intimate venue setting.

Michael W. Smith Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Taft Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Grammy winner Michael W. Smith live in concert.