Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Hamilton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Butler County father is honoring his late daughter lost to SIDS by sharing kind deeds around town — he hopes his tribute inspires others to show compassion. FOX 19 Now
- ➤ Memorial Day events honor veterans across the Tri-State with Hamilton’s Memorial Day ceremony and parade at Greenwood Cemetery on Monday, May 25 at 10 a.m. Other communities host ceremonies, concerts, and tributes to remember local heroes. FOX 19 Now
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ After a mobile home fire in St. Clair Township struck just before 9 p.m. Monday, a family of five got out safely but lost their home and belongings and are now staying in a hotel while they look for a new place to live. Local 12 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hamilton County Commissioners will vote today on two projects at Paycor Stadium and Great American Ball Park. The upgrades include a $14.5 million project for new escalators and an expanded scoreboard at Paycor, while nearly $1 million will fund an assessment by local architects (MSA Sport) at the ballpark starting at 10 a.m. FOX 19 Now
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local cooks in Hamilton can ready their grills for summer by cleaning grates and checking heat, plus testing three new recipes featuring grilled eggplant with tomato sauce, Indian-inspired chicken, and shrimp with a lime-green sauce. These ideas help families get set for a safe, tasty barbecue season. WVXU
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The House On Watch Hill
2-5 p.m. — Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati — Ticket prices vary — A nostalgic journey to the summer of 1984 as a group of teens create the ultimate haunted house.
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2026 Hunger Walk & 5K Run
9 AM – 12 PM — Schmidlapp Event Lawn — $30 — Walk or run to support a community pantry that provides essential resources to families in need.
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The Cincitalia Festival
6 p.m.-Midnight — Harvest Home Park — Adults 21 and over only — Celebrate Italian culture with food, drinks, and entertainment at Cincinnati's Cincitalia Festival.
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Tyler Christopher: A Tribute To Elvis
8-11 p.m. — Sorg Opera House — Tickets required — Experience the nostalgia of Elvis' hits with Tyler Christopher's dynamic performance.
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Dayton Lane May Promenade
Experience a breathtaking journey back in time — All day — Dayton Lane Historic District — $20-$25 — Relive the opulent lifestyle of Hamilton's industrial barons with stunning historic homes and architecture.
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The Takeover at The Square
6-10 p.m. — The Square @ Union Centre — Free admission — Kick off the weekend early with live music, great food, and local talent in a vibrant summer atmosphere.
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Ari Lennox Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Andrew J Brady ICON Music Center — Tickets available — Experience an evening of soulful tunes with Ari Lennox in Cincinnati.
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Candlelight: Tribute to Metallica
Various times — National Underground Railroad Freedom Center — Tickets required — Experience a magical musical tribute to Metallica in an unforgettable candlelight ambiance.
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Kids' Coding Club
3:00 – 4:30 PM — The Lane Libraries Community Technology Center — Registration required — Participate in coding workshops and earn fun prizes while enjoying a snack.
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Daddy Daughter Dance
6-8 p.m. — Spooky Nook Sports Champion Mill — $35 per family — Enjoy a magical evening of music, laughter, and sweet memories with your daughter.
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