Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of April.
Good morning, Hamilton.
Florence Gold Star in Hamilton is hosting Kickin’ it with Ken to raise funds and awareness to help end child abuse; local residents are invited to dine at the restaurant for a good cause.
Savvy Style Consignment opened at 408 Main Street in Hamilton.
The shop, owned by Amy Ansorg, offers women's apparel, shoes, jewelry, accessories and home decor (operating Tuesday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m.) and is located next to Guilded Fox Boutique.
A new Ohio Historical Marker was placed in front of Spooky Nook Sports Champion Mill on B Street in Hamilton to honor over 100 years of paper-making that shaped the city (it replaces a 1994 plaque).
Joe Dance (92) and his wife Coty (90) have kept a weekly tradition at Skyline Chili in Bridgetown for 36 years, hosting family and community workers every Monday at 11:30 a.m. Their gatherings now include four generations sharing memorable meals.
Gas prices climbed to over $4 overnight (up more than $1 from last year), affecting local drivers.
Residents may want to check current rates before refueling.
15-year-old Melody Lin of Butler County won second prize at the National 4-H AI in Agriculture Challenge for her project using AI to assess spotted lanternfly risk on local orchards—she will develop her app over the summer to help Ohio farmers.
For a second year, goats are at Miami Woods Park to clear invasive honeysuckle and callery pear until the end of May — an eco-friendly method that gives locals a chance to see the animals at Meet the Goats Night.
A long-planned project in Butler County gets a funding boost as the state allocates $27 million for the new I-75 Millikin Road interchange in Liberty Twp.
Construction will begin in the second half of 2027 and finish in 2029.
Hamilton County’s Affordable Housing Leverage Fund financed 948 affordable housing units for residents earning 80% or less of the area median income, with 84% at 60% AMI.
Two thirds of the units will be built in Cincinnati, boosting the city’s annual average from 250 to about 650 to 700 units.
The Supertramp Tribute
7 PM — Memorial Hall — Casual admission — Enjoy a nostalgic evening featuring live performances of classic Supertramp hits in a cozy setting.
P&G Health & Fitness Expo
9 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Duke Energy Convention Center — N/A — Explore the latest innovations in health and fitness products at this unmatched expo.
Happy Sorrows - World Premiere Film Showcase
7-10 p.m. — Memorial Hall — Ticketed event — Experience a local film showcase featuring the world premiere of Happy Sorrows along with a live Q&A and networking after-party.
Flying Pig Marathon
6 AM – 2 PM — Paycor Stadium — Prices starting at $50-$120 — Run in Cincinnati's fun-filled annual marathon event featuring various distance races and relay teams.
Yungblud Concert
6:00-9:30 p.m. — The Andrew J Brady Music Center — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the high-energy performance of Yungblud in Cincinnati.
Candlelight Concert: Tribute to The Beatles
6:00-6:59 p.m. — Memorial Hall — Tickets available — Experience The Beatles' classics in a magical candlelight setting.
Jog N Jam 5K
8 AM — Marcum Park — Registration required — Sprint through a 3.1-mile course while enjoying tunes during this fun run.
Sweet Baby James: America's #1 James Taylor Tribute
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Ludlow Garage — Tickets available — Experience the heartfelt music of James Taylor through an exceptional tribute performance.
Kroger Queen City Championship
8 PM – 10 AM — Maketewah Country Club — Tickets available — Experience top LPGA talent competing in Cincinnati's premier golf tournament.
Fitton Showstoppers - Motown!
7:30-10:00 p.m. — Fitton Center For Creative Arts — $54 — Experience the soulful sounds of Motown with Just Vince and the Fellas.
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