Daily
Hamilton
Friday, May 1st, 2026
Good morning, Hamilton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity is launching its annual Women Build throughout May to empower women and support affordable housing in Hamilton County. Volunteers will help raise funds toward a $75,000 goal with organizers saying the event is *life-changing* for local single moms. WLWT
- ➤ Local residents are planning a rally to support a senior student-athlete diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. The event will bring the community together to boost the young athlete's spirits. FOX 19 Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local restaurants Taqueria Mercado and Alveo say rising tomato prices, up 24% in the past year, are forcing them to adjust menus without raising costs for customers. Restaurateurs hope local support stays strong (Enrique Carbajal noted supply has not kept pace with demand). FOX 19 Now
- ➤ The Gilded Fox Boutique opened on April 10 at 408 Main St. in downtown Hamilton and now offers clothing for all ages, athleisure wear, locally made jams, and the exclusive Hamilton-opoly board game. Owner Tammy Gose praised the strong community support fueling downtown rejuvenation. Journal-News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Lakota school board will meet at 6 p.m. May 4 at Lakota East Freshman School to consider closing older schools and adjusting the Master Facilities Plan (proposed changes to ease crowding and update aging facilities). Officials are reviewing funding options that could combine a voter-approved bond with state support. Journal-News
- ➤ Southwest Local School District canceled classes early Thursday and school Friday after beloved teacher and coach Steve Coffman suffered a medical emergency and died during class. The district will keep its building open today for students and staff to gather (counseling available from 9 a.m. to noon). WLWT
- ➤ Forest Hills School District selected Suzanna Davis as the new superintendent, with the Board voting Tuesday, May 5; she will begin on Aug. 1 after replacing Larry Hook (final day July 31). WVXU
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Flying Pig Weekend will add a new handcyclist division for the full and half marathons. 23-year-old Mikiahya Greene — a University of Cincinnati Adaptive Athletics and The Bridge Adaptive member from Northern Kentucky — will defend her 10K title on Saturday and compete in the half marathon on Sunday. WLWT
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Jog N Jam 5K
8 AM — Marcum Park — Registration required — Sprint through a 3.1-mile course while enjoying tunes during this fun run.
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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.
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Kroger Queen City Championship
8 PM – 10 AM — Maketewah Country Club — Tickets available — Experience top LPGA talent competing in Cincinnati's premier golf tournament.
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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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Landsharks Concert - Tribute to Jimmy Buffet & The Beach Boys
6:30-9:30 p.m. — RiversEdge Amphitheater — Free General Admission — Celebrate the start of summer with a Hawaiian shirt themed tribute concert to Jimmy Buffet and The Beach Boys.
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Emma Performance
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Cincinnati Shakespeare Company — $14–$78 — Experience Jane Austen's charming world with witty adaptation and delightful performances.
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