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Thursday, August 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Hamilton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Liberty Home Association is hosting its Oktoberfest event this weekend in Hamilton—plans include activities for families and local vendors. FOX 19 Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Human bones were discovered during a routine storm sewer maintenance near 3rd Street and Market Street, and a third-party contractor alerted local authorities— including the Hamilton Fire Department, Department of Infrastructure, Police Department, and Butler County Coroner’s Office— who are working to safely recover and investigate the remains. Local 12 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Ohio River will host the Western & Southern / WEBN Fireworks show, themed Boomsday the Musical, with a unique musical soundtrack crafted by Miles Hlivko who has worked on the event for 13 years. The soundtrack will include show tunes & nods to major musicals like Wicked and Jersey Boys as well as elements from Disney such as The Lion King and a pop punk twist on Frozen. Local 12 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost confirmed that federal law lets Butler County Sheriff Richard Jones hold ICE detainees charged with immigration offenses in the county jail for more than two days. Protesters in Hamilton and faith leaders urging Gov. DeWine to free a detained Muslim cleric have raised concerns, while Sheriff Jones said he would continue enforcing federal law. FOX 19 Now
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra Presents The War And Treaty
7-9 p.m. — Cincinnati Music Hall — Check event page for ticket details — Experience the soulful intensity and high-energy performance of The War And Treaty blending Nashville grit with Cincinnati sound.
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Jerry Cantrell: I Want Blood Tour
7-9 p.m. — Bogart's — Tickets from $73 — Last-minute concert tickets available for Jerry Cantrell at Bogart's in Cincinnati, OH.
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Montage Fest
12 AM — Knox Joseph Distillery at the OTR StillHouse — Enjoy a day of diverse music performances — Experience the magic of indie, rock, funk, and electronic music.
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Back To The Future - The Musical
3:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Tickets available — Travel back to 1955 with Marty McFly in this Broadway adaptation of the cinematic classic.
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