Good morning, Hamilton.

The Ohio Tax Credit Authority approved projects by Beehive Industries, KDM Signs, and VGP Holdings to create 375 full time jobs and add over $44 million in annual payroll, with expansions planned for Hamilton and Clermont counties by 2029 and 2030 (involving new facilities and a headquarters move).

A permanent exhibit celebrating Jim Blount opens at Hamilton Lane Library, honoring his contributions to history, education and sports.

A dedication ceremony begins at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2 (free with registration) and will include brief speeches sharing his local impact.

Talawanda Schools has named new principals for the upcoming school year.

Jason Merz will lead Talawanda Middle, Mary Schulte is the newly appointed assistant principal there, and Ashley Tebbe becomes principal at Kramer Elementary (each bringing district experience).

Hamilton’s health department closed two Cyclospora cases with no active infections while Butler County reported 35 cases between July 18 and Aug.

5, with a slowdown in new infections noted recently. Health officials urge residents to always wash fresh produce to prevent foodborne illness.

Hamilton West Side Little League All-Stars lost 12-2 to Henderson, Nevada in the U.S. Championship game on Saturday, Aug.

29 at Lamade Stadium; the team will play Japan in the consolation third-place game at 10 a.m. today.