Good morning, Hamilton.

Hamilton Octane Fest starts today with a weekend full of car events in Hamilton featuring auto shows, competitions, and family activities.

The Voices of America Country Music Festival will be held at the Butler County Fairgrounds (offering onsite camping) in Hamilton from Aug.

5 to Aug. 7, 2027 as organizers move from West Chester’s previous agreement.

Fairfield Schools officials have proposed over $11 million in cuts for the 2027-28 school year if voters reject a new tax ballot in November (the board will consider the plan on Sept.

3), a move that may remove art, music, and P.E. classes and reduce staff support.

M/I Homes and Mitchell Development and Construction plan Whispering Hill, a 68-home community beside Mercy Health Fairfield Hospital on an 18-acre site on South Gilmore Road north of Mack Road.

Sales will begin late 2027 or early 2028 as the nearby former Forest Fair Mall transforms into a jobs hub.

At Firebirds Stadium on Friday, Lakota West beat Lakota East 48-18 as senior Kenyon Norman gained 262 yards and four touchdowns — his long runs shifting the game's momentum.

Coach Tom Bolden praised Norman’s standout performance that carried his team to victory.