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Saturday, November 8th, 2025
Good morning, Hamilton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Families can enjoy a traditional holiday outing at Christmas Ranch in Morrow where over one million lights, seven stores, rides, and Santa create a festive display. The 100-acre park will open Nov. 21 at 5 p.m. and is open on Fridays and Saturdays (5 p.m. to 9 p.m.) and Sundays through Thursdays from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. with reservations required (tickets cost $32 per car). WLWT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Easton McCullough, a 5-year-old from Butler County, ran his own bait business at his family's home in Madison Township (known online as Mr. Tuddles) and turned a trailer into a mobile bait shop with help from his dad, Colton, and Hamilton Bait and Tackle. He began with a lemonade stand and grew his summer hustle to attract over 93,000 followers on TikTok. WLWT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Nov. 4, Lakota Schools voters rejected a proposed tax bond issue by 60.81% to 39.19%, and district officials will re-evaluate facility plans. Meanwhile, Madison Schools voters approved a tax renewal by 54.09% to 45.91% with a 204-vote margin and high school busing will return on Dec. 1 — officials said fee reductions will be discussed later. Journal-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Retired Army Specialist Mike Barge, a former Cincinnati police officer now serving as a school security officer, is receiving a Purple Heart today 36 years after he was severely injured in Honduras when a grenade struck him during a unit outing for pizza—he was critically wounded in 1989, had to relearn walking, and the award, presented by SSG Jacob Hernandez, honors his sacrifice while he remembers six fellow soldiers still awaiting recognition. Local 12 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A West Chester mother is hosting the Echoes for Joshua gala next week at Delta Hotels in Sharonville to honor her 6-year-old son Joshua Al Lateef Jr., who drowned in a pond last November and had autism—she hopes the event will raise awareness and support for other families. WLWT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ History for Kings’ Knights boys soccer team played today in their first state championship game — a milestone event that marks a new chapter for the school. FOX 19 Now
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Shakey Graves Solo Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Bogart's — $58 — Experience an intimate solo performance by Shakey Graves in Cincinnati.
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151st Annual Convention of the Diocese of Southern Ohio
November 14-15 — Champion Mill Conference Center — More information TBA — Join the community for a significant annual gathering of the Diocese.
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A Christmas Story The Musical
7:30 PM — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of this beloved holiday classic brought to life on stage.
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Merry & Bright Vendor Show
10 AM – 3 PM — Champion Mill Conference Center — Free entry — Shop local vendors while enjoying brunch and holiday festivities.
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A Christmas Story The Musical
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of this beloved holiday classic brought to life on stage.
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198th Annual St. Andrew's Day Ball
5-10:30 p.m. — Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza — Ticketed event — Experience nearly two centuries of Scottish pageantry with dinner, music, and dancing.
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Johnny Gill Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Ludlow Garage — Tickets start at $180 — Experience a soulful evening with legendary artist Johnny Gill in Cincinnati.
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A Christmas Carol
7:00 p.m. — Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park — Tickets available — Experience a timeless holiday tale brought to life in a cozy theater setting.
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Hoopsgiving Tournament at Champion Mill
9 a.m. to 7 p.m. — Spooky Nook Sports Champion Mill — Entry fees may apply — A weekend basketball tournament featuring local talent across multiple boys' grade divisions.
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Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra - Dvořák Symphony No. 7
2-3:30 p.m. — Cincinnati Music Hall — Check event page for ticket pricing — Experience a classical journey with pieces by Carlos Simon, Lisa Bielawa, Copland, and Dvořák featuring soloist Tessa Lark on violin.
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