Good morning, Hamilton.

The Healing Center is preparing a Thanksgiving food collection + Harvest for Hope to gather donations and support local families in need.

Local families on SNAP are feeling the effects of the federal benefits freeze as food banks brace for increased demand with Thanksgiving nearly here.

Mayor Pureval announced a grocery delivery pilot with Kroger and the Winton Hill Community Council, and church leaders are urging donations (more than 90,000 residents affected) while Ohio will send full SNAP payments before the week ends (including 43,000 children).

Colin Rountree, a skilled drone racer with almost a decade of experience, has teamed up with Campus Guardian Angel to pilot drones that will be stationed in schools and deployed within 45 seconds to help slow intruder threats—allowing law enforcement time to respond.

He will continue racing on weekends while building a career focused on community safety.

Local residents held a vigil for a man killed in a house explosion & family members as well as neighbors gathered to honor his memory & offer their support.

Teenager Nguyen became the youngest member of the Lakota School Board after winning a seat by about 2,000 votes on Nov.

4—he ran on a campaign stressing fiscal restraint and opposing tax hikes. He will begin his four-year term in early January and is expected to bring a fresh student view to the board.

Experts from Cincinnati Children's found that children with food allergies have slower immune development and that having a dog helps improve this delay—researchers examined the blood of 147 young children with skin conditions linked to allergies.

The study suggests that early exposure to dogs may help build a stronger immune system by introducing the germs needed for proper development.

Vera Keck celebrated her 106th birthday Sunday at her retirement community in Hamilton—she rode horses until she was 102 and danced with a local senior group until she turned 100, saying she eats and drinks like everybody else.

A report from MMG shows that while developers delivered 2,925 apartment units in 2025, only 1,650 units are planned for delivery in 2026—indicating that strong demand and few vacancies will drive rents higher in the region.

Runners and walkers are gathering at Sawyer Point for the Turkey Trails race, which will take place soon.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Kip Moore: Solitary Tracks Fall Tour

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Bogart's — Tickets starting at $63 — Catch Kip Moore live with last-minute tickets available for this exciting night of country music.

Hamilton Christkindlmarkt

N/A — Fri, Dec 5 – Sat, Dec 6 — Butler County Fairgrounds — $2 — Experience the charm of a traditional German Christmas market with festive food, crafts, and entertainment.

Jerry Seinfeld Live

5:00 – 6:30 PM — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the iconic humor of Jerry Seinfeld in a night of laughter and entertainment.

Christmas in the Village

12-4 p.m. — German Village — Free entry — Enjoy festive carriage rides, live music, and seasonal treats in a charming atmosphere.