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Wednesday, October 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Hamilton. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After losing her 6-year-old autistic son to accidental drowning last November, Jonisa Cook launched the Joshua Al-Lateef Jr. Foundation to provide swim lessons and service dogs for families with autistic children—efforts that aim to prevent similar tragedies. Her foundation will host a winter gala on Nov. 15 in Sharonville to honor his memory and raise awareness about these vital services. WCPO
- ➤ Thirteen local carvers are crafting over 140 giant pumpkins for Operation Pumpkin that will brighten downtown Hamilton's streets this weekend—each pumpkin weighing between 150 and 200 pounds will be on display for about four days. FOX 19 Now
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Early voting began Tuesday—Oct. 7 with Hamilton residents able to cast ballots before the November 4 election; officials said the process aims to reduce long lines on election day. FOX 19 Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mercy Health warns patients with Humana Medicaid and Medicare Advantage plans that they may soon lose in-network care if reimbursement rates remain unsustainable—this is the second such warning in just over a week due to ongoing issues with claim denials. Springfield News-Sun
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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.
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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.
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Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party
10:30 a.m. — Heritage Bank Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic with Mickey Mouse and friends in an ice-skating adventure filled with thrills and fun.
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Maren Morris Concert
2-5 p.m. — Smale Riverfront Park — Tickets available — Experience the captivating music of Maren Morris in a beautiful outdoor setting.
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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.
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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.
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