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Hamilton
Thursday, December 4th, 2025
Good morning, Hamilton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ronald McDonald House Charities is running its Wish List program this month to collect new and unopened items—snacks, toys, toiletries—to support families during the holiday season. Kristin Klein said donations help keep houses supplied for those seeking care near Cincinnati. WLWT
- ➤ Bengals quarterback Ken Anderson, finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026, will support adults with developmental disabilities at Autism Rocks this Sunday at Laurie's Roadhouse in West Chester (doors open at 11 a.m.). The event features local bands and a silent auction supporting housing initiatives. WLWT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The EPA and Army Corps of Engineers proposed a new rule in mid-November that limits Clean Water Act protections for seasonal wetlands and streams, which may affect local water quality in Greater Cincinnati (including parts of West Chester Township). Public comments remain open online until Jan. 5. WVXU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ohio's minimum wage will increase on Jan. 1 from $10.70 to $11 for nontipped workers and from $5.35 to $5.50 for tipped workers for companies with annual receipts over $405,000 (smaller businesses and teen workers remain at $7.25). Employers are encouraged to review the new wage requirements. WLWT
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Phil DeGreg Trio performs A Charlie Brown Christmas
7-9 p.m. — Memorial Hall, Cincinnati, OH — Ticket prices vary — Experience the festive sounds of Vince Guaraldi's holiday jazz classics performed by the renowned Phil DeGreg Trio.
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A Christmas Carol
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park — Check website for pricing — Experience the classic holiday tale of redemption and the spirit of Christmas.
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Home for the Holidays Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Ludlow Garage — Starting at $55 — Enjoy holiday music and hits with Peabo Bryson, Sheena Easton, and Ruben Studdard.
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Fiber Arts Club
3:30-5:30 p.m. — The Lane Libraries Community Technology Center — Free entry — Explore fiber arts like knitting and crochet in a creative and relaxing space.
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Pop Rock Christmas Concert
Time TBA — Fitton Center for Creative Arts — Cost not listed — Experience holiday hits with a modern twist from The Ultra Sonics and their dynamic band.
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Every Christmas Story Ever Told
2-3:30 p.m. — The Otto M.Budig Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a unique twist on holiday storytelling in this festive performance.
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Game Night at the Tech Center
6-8 p.m. — The Lane Libraries Community Technology Center — Registration required — Enjoy an evening of Dungeons & Dragons and board games with snacks included.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Albert Einstein
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