Good morning, Hamilton.

Local officials and residents honored former Hamilton County sheriff Simon Leis with a procession through Cincinnati that passed key sites such as the Justice Center + the courthouse before ending at St. Peter in Chains Cathedral; Gov. Mike DeWine and others highlighted his decades of public service.

Sara Peters of PATH is asking residents to donate shoes for Butler County’s homeless.

Outreach teams connect with people during Friday night dinners at Hamilton’s Community Meal Center, and the initiative seeks sizes — men’s 10, 11 and 12 and women’s 6, 7 and 8 — to meet urgent needs.

Ohio's sales tax holiday will run from Aug.

7 at 12 a.m. to Aug. 9 at 11:59 p.m. and will exempt clothing under $75 along with school supplies and instructional materials under $20; online orders placed during the period also qualify.

Trenton approved a tax abatement for tech company Prologis to build a data center in Butler County, offering a 75% property tax exemption (for 15 years) that will support the creation of 120 jobs.

Some residents remain concerned about the impact on local school funds.

Families at Edgewood Schools will pay $400 per sport (with the third free) for 2026-2027 instead of $500, after a unanimous board vote in June that aimed to ease costs amid financial struggles, with new superintendent Jeff Madden set to assume office on Aug.

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Ohio health officials reported 364 cyclosporiasis cases statewide, including 46 hospitalizations while Hamilton County confirmed 13 infections.

Authorities urge residents to wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly to help prevent the parasite from causing severe diarrhea.

Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs

1:30-2:40 p.m. — Great American Ball Park — Ticket proceeds benefit local animal shelter — Cheer for the Reds while supporting our four-legged friends!

MC Chris Live Performance

8-11:30 p.m. — The Comet — Free entry — Catch MC Chris from Aqua Teen Hunger Force live with Small Red in a cozy dive bar setting.

Always Patsy Cline

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Warsaw Federal Incline Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Patsy Cline's music and life.

Business Succession Forum

7:30-10:30 a.m. — Union Hall — Non-refundable ticket required — Explore essential strategies for business transition and future planning.

Big River Get Down Music Festival

Various times — RiversEdge Amphitheater — Free admission for most shows — Celebrate Hamilton's musical roots with performances from top bands and local talent.

David Shaw's Big River Get Down: JJ Grey & Mofro, & Band Of Horses

12:00 PM — Marcum Park — Ticket prices vary — Experience a day filled with live music from renowned artists in Hamilton, Ohio.

Newsies

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Covedale Center For the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the live musical adaptation of the beloved newsboy story.

Josh Johnson's Comedy Band Camp

5:00 p.m. & 8:30 p.m. (Aug 1), 7:00 p.m. (Aug 2) — Taft Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a unique blend of comedy and live music in a nostalgic summer camp setting.

Leagues Cup: FC Cincinnati vs Pachuca

7:30-9 p.m. — TQL Stadium — Premium seating available — Enjoy an exciting match as FC Cincinnati takes on Club Pachuca in the Leagues Cup.

Cincinnati Reds Home Game

12:40-1:40 p.m. — Great American Ball Park — Check online for ticket prices — Enjoy the excitement of a live baseball game at the Reds' home ground.