Good morning, Hamilton.

Rob Huffman of the Presbyterian Church of Hamilton put up a three-sided sign on Front Street on Monday that asked for help for the Cincinnati Bengals while drivers on High Street honked in support.

The sign went viral online—gathering thousands of likes—and was removed Thursday morning after the Reds lost Wednesday night, with Huffman saying he hopes the Bengals will improve for the rest of the season.

Barnes & Noble will open a new store in Bridgewater Falls in Fairfield Twp on Nov.

12 at 3339 Princeton Road, where the former Staples was located + the company continues its growth with more retail options for local readers. The addition builds on existing Barnes & Noble locations in nearby West Chester Twp, Mason, and Kenwood.

The Contemporary Arts Festival is hosting a free fall family festival Saturday, Oct.

4 — an event planned for local families to enjoy community arts and fall activities. The festival is expected to bring residents together for a day of creative experiences.

Voter registration for the Nov.

4 election ends Monday, Oct. 6 & early in-person voting begins Tuesday. Voters must update their records and bring valid ID to vote on local races, school board seats, and county measures.

Local and state lawmakers are working to keep property taxes low in growing neighborhoods by reviewing proposals that may save residents money—officials said they will finalize plans soon.

On Wednesday, Hamilton city manager Bucheit announced a bold plan to build 100 new affordable homes by 2030 through the Build Back the Block program, with many reserved for buyers earning 80% or less of the area's median income and seven constructed by Habitat for Humanity—initially funded by federal grants and local partners. He also highlighted a new Advanced Manufacturing and Workforce Hub that will open early 2026 to join Butler Tech, Miami University and local businesses for better education and job opportunities.

Gov. Mike DeWine signed an executive order today to expand access to drug testing kits that detect xylazine and medetomidine to help lower overdose deaths.

Tom Synan of Hamilton County’s Addiction Response Coalition said the tests are vital as the unpredictable drug supply may delay treatment — they promise a quicker link to care.

Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors

2-5 p.m. — Cincinnati Shakespeare Company — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a hilarious and chilling twist on the classic tale of Dracula.

Patricia Paz Tango Milonga

4-7 p.m. — Revel OTR Urban Winery — $ — Experience a captivating evening of Argentine tango and folklore music featuring Patricia Paz and Alejandro Ziegler.

Christone 'Kingfish' Ingram Live

8-9:30 p.m. — Taft Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of blues with Grammy-winning guitarist Christone 'Kingfish' Ingram on his Hard Road World Tour.

Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Cincinnati Shakespeare Company — Ticket prices vary — Experience a hilarious twist on the classic Dracula tale at this compelling production.

Operation Pumpkin

9 PM – 2 AM — 345 High St, Hamilton, OH — Registration-only event — An exciting weigh-off kicking off a three-day festival with $35,000 in prizes.

Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors

7:30 p.m. — Cincinnati Shakespeare Company — Ticket prices vary — Experience a humorous twist on the classic tale of Dracula with live performances.

Maren Morris Concert

2-5 p.m. — Smale Riverfront Park — Tickets available — Experience the captivating music of Maren Morris in a beautiful outdoor setting.

The Notebook - A New Musical

7:30-9 p.m. — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the romantic tale of The Notebook brought to life on stage in Cincinnati.

Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors

7:30–11:30 p.m. — Cincinnati Shakespeare Company — Ticket prices vary — Experience a humorous twist on the classic Dracula tale in a live theater setting.

Dayton Lane Ghost Hunt 2025

7-9 p.m. — Dayton Lane Historic District — $85 — Experience a thrilling ghost hunt in a historic mansion guided by paranormal experts.