Thursday, August 21st, 2025

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Good morning, Hamilton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At Hamilton County Youth Detention Center, a new garden program teaches young people how to care for plants and find calm as they await their legal cases—helping them build skills and reduce stress. The program, started in May with a partnership from the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, provided 30 tons of dirt to set up raised beds for tomatoes, dahlias and other plants. WVXU
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Parents in Hamilton filed a lawsuit on August 15 in Hamilton County Court against former Cincinnati Children's doctor Howard Saal—accused of fraud and evidence tampering after child pornography material was found on his devices—while the hospital confirmed it no longer employs him and maintains its focus on child safety. Journal-News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Zembrodt Education Center today introduced a new job-training class—designed to help local residents learn important skills for better jobs. FOX 19 Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Walmart recalled Great Value frozen shrimp sold in 13 states after the FDA detected low levels of radioactive Cesium-137 in shipping containers and a sample of breaded shrimp—consumers in affected areas were advised to discard the products or return them for a refund. Federal officials said the contamination level remains far lower than FDA intervention thresholds. WVXU
WELLNESS NEWS
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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DJ Drama Concert
8:00 – 11:30 p.m. — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the beats of DJ Drama live with a lineup of hits from the hip-hop scene.
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