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Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Hamilton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire at the Tri-State Texas Roadhouse on Main Street in Hamilton caused major roof and sprinkler system damage on May 1, with all customers and employees safely evacuated (fire crews responded shortly after 8 p.m.) and the cause under investigation (the restaurant remains closed pending repairs). FOX 19 Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ohio breweries, including four local businesses, won 11 awards at the 2025 World Beer Cup in Indianapolis on May 1—marking the state’s second best performance at the event—while building on a total of 91 awards since 1996. Local 12 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A stolen vehicle from Hamilton County was seen on Second Street at 11:59 a.m. today in Middletown before speeding away, and officers from Franklin and Monroe Divisions used a Precision Immobilization Technique on Carmody Boulevard—arresting Kentucky fugitive Jeffrey Hurn who now faces several felony charges. Local 12 News
- ➤ Rodney Hinton, Jr. drove his vehicle off Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive on Friday during commencement events at the University of Cincinnati, striking and killing a Hamilton County Sheriff's deputy before being arrested on an aggravated murder charge — his son Ryan Hinton was shot and killed by Cincinnati Police on Thursday as he fled from a stolen vehicle in East Price Hill. WVXU
- ➤ Martez Jones has been indicted on three child endangering charges after he left a loaded gun on a windowsill while he used the restroom—causing one of his children to accidentally discharge the firearm and injure a 7-month-old baby who received hospital treatment. Local 12 News
- ➤ Rodney Hinton Jr. ran his car into a Hamilton County sheriff’s deputy near UC on Friday, killing him, and is the father of Ryan Hinton, a teen shot by Cincinnati police the day before – authorities have arrested him for aggravated murder. WCPO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Butler County approved union contracts for Children Services and Job and Family Services that will cost taxpayers an extra $3.3M over three years. Wage increases began in April while most new terms will take effect in July — officials said the changes are designed to keep wages competitive. Journal-News
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Not Your Ordinary Plant Swap
2-4 p.m. — Hamilton Lane Library — Registration required — Bring your favorite plant cuttings and seeds to swap with fellow gardening enthusiasts.
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A Beautiful Noise
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating musical memoir of Neil Diamond’s journey from Brooklyn to rock icon.
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Red Carpet Luncheon
11:45 a.m. — Fitton Center For Creative Arts — $34 for Members, $39 for Non-Members — Celebrate the graduation of Leadership Hamilton Class 33 in style.
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Foreign Journey - Tribute to Foreigner and Journey
7:30-9 p.m. — Ludlow Garage — Tickets available — Enjoy the powerful vocals from American Idol stars in this tribute to two legendary bands.
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Monster Jam
1 PM – 9 AM — Heritage Bank Center — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the thrill of the world's best monster trucks and drivers in an adrenaline-fueled showdown.
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Mayday Parade Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Andrew J Brady Music Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the emotional depth of Mayday Parade's music live on their anniversary tour.
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