Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of August.
Good morning, Hamilton.
Corrections Officer Megan Holland rescued a woman with severe burns and her dog from a burning home on Coralie Street after noticing thick black smoke on her drive home from an overnight shift—neighbors helped when she called 911.
Six suspects involved in a downtown brawl have been indicted on eight charges each—including three counts of felonious assault and two counts of aggravated riot—that could result in up to 29.5 years in prison if convicted; five have appeared in court while one suspect is still being transported from Fulton County.
Two Middletown men were arrested and charged with crimes after police found the body of 28-year-old Brittany Fuhr-Storms—who was pregnant—in a plastic tote on Fort Anthony Road in Jackson Township on August 3.
School districts in our area have introduced new programs to help neurodivergent students learn better.
The plans will offer tailored schedules—such as small group instruction and personalized learning strategies—for students who need extra support.
Trustees removed age and rental restrictions from Heritage Spring Cottages in Liberty Twp at the request of landowner Dilip Bearelly—eight cottages on Course View Drive can now be leased or sold to anyone.
This change gives more room to finish the unfinished units and plan new buildings on the 5.5-acre site.
Hamilton Chalk the Block
1-6 p.m. — Rotary Park — Free entry — Celebrate creativity with hands-on art activities and special guest appearances for the whole family.
The Flaming Lips and Modest Mouse Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Andrew J Brady Music Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of eclectic rock sounds with two legendary bands.
Danielle Nicole Live in Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Ludlow Garage — Ticketed event — Experience the Grammy-nominated blues powerhouse in a vibrant Cincinnati venue.
Teen Gamer Party!
6-8 p.m. — The Lane Libraries Community Technology Center — Snacks provided — Bring your friends for an evening of gaming fun with VR and popular games like Fortnite and Minecraft.
Cincinnati Dragons 5K Race
8:40 a.m. — Rentschler Forest MetroPark — Check website for entry fee — Participate in a fun charity 5K supporting adaptive sports in the Cincinnati area.
The Craft Cabin for Ages 10-14
4:30-5:30 p.m. — The Lane Libraries Community Technology Center — Registration required — Explore various crafts in an open makerspace with expert guidance.
Look Good Do Good Headshot Event
Appointment only — Greater Hamilton Chamber of Commerce — Fees may vary — Refresh your headshot while supporting local charities helping children with cancer.
Germania Society Oktoberfest
8 PM – 11 PM — Germania Society of Cincinnati — $5 admission, kids free — Experience Cincinnati's original Oktoberfest with traditional German food, music, and family-friendly fun.
Andrew Hibbard Live
7 PM - 1 AM — Valley House — Ticket prices TBD — Enjoy an evening of music from Hamilton's own Andrew Hibbard, a talented musician and songwriter.
Tchaikovsky: Iolanta
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Cost Info not provided — Experience Tchaikovsky's enchanting fairy tale opera about a blind princess unaware of her condition.
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