Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of August.
Good morning, Hamilton.
Hamilton installed an Ohio Historical Marker for Joe Nuxhall at North End Ball Park this summer, marking his local legacy as a Reds pitcher and radio announcer.
The Joe Nuxhall Scholarship Fund will exceed $1 million in awards to Butler County high school seniors next spring & the annual golf outing will boost scholarship funds further.
St. Vincent de Paul will open a new 24,000-square-foot thrift store and donation center Friday morning on Pleasant Avenue in Lindenwald to offer affordable clothing, appliances, and furniture while creating local jobs—this site replaces a former flea market.
Matthew McDaniel, 42, died Tuesday at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center after being shot on Aug.
16 on the 2800 block of Geraldine Drive—police said the shooting followed an argument and a person of interest is in custody.
A 35-year-old Cincinnati man, Alex Montgomery, was arrested by Hamilton Police and the Butler County Undercover Regional Narcotics Task Force after officers allegedly recovered over one ounce of fentanyl and about $1,400 in cash, and a home search found an extra ounce of fentanyl and a Glock handgun—officials said the raid took dangerous drugs and weapons off the streets.
Reading Community City Schools welcomed students Tuesday and introduced two new AI programs to help teachers and students learn.
The Motivention program (serving about 175 students) and district-wide I-Ready will act as extra tutoring tools while Superintendent Dr. Damon Davis said they will not replace teachers.
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.
Queen City Opera: Iolanta
3-6 p.m. — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting opera 'Iolanta' at the beautifully charming Aronoff Center.
Rebirth Brass Band Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Ludlow Garage — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of New Orleans with the Grammy-winning Rebirth Brass Band.
The Wayward J's Live Performance
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Hanover Winery — $5 entry — Enjoy an evening of music with local wines and delicious food at the winery.
Kim Waters & Lindsey Webster Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Ludlow Garage — $45 – $75 — Enjoy smooth jazz and soulful melodies from acclaimed saxophonist Kim Waters and vocalist Lindsey Webster at a celebration of sisterhood.
Michigan Wolverines vs Cincinnati Bearcats Women's Volleyball
1-2:30 p.m. — Fifth Third Arena — Ticket prices vary — Watch an exciting women's volleyball match featuring the Michigan Wolverines and Cincinnati Bearcats.
13 Below Brewery Pint Night for SAAP
4-9 p.m. — 13 Below Brewery — 10% of beer sales support a rescue — Celebrate Labor Day with brews while helping a good cause.
Steak Fry 2025
5-10 p.m. — Land of Illusion Adventure Park — $40 per person — Enjoy grilled steak dinner, unlimited drinks, and seasonal attractions at this fun networking event.
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