Thursday, December 11th, 2025
Good morning, Hamilton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Holiday Ho Ho Party brings the community together to benefit Meals on Wheels with music, dancing, and food, and it will be held this Saturday at the Fueled Collective in Rookwood. WLWT
- ➤ Local organizers are preparing the 13th annual Halle-Bration Holiday Marketplace for Hamilton residents with festive vendors and holiday treats. The event will be held soon (location details pending) to offer a new chance for the community to shop and celebrate the season. FOX 19 Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Animal Friends Humane Society is caring for seized livestock after the owner faces 15 cruelty charges and will keep the animals safe until authorities decide on next steps. FOX 19 Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Graphic artist Carol Tyler is hosting an art workshop (at Design Collective, 4150 Hamilton Ave) on Saturday, Dec. 13 from 1 to 4 p.m. to help people process grief through creative activities based on her book; a $20 donation is suggested, but no one will be turned away. WVXU
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Butler County is considering a data center on wooded city-owned land at 1380 University Blvd, sparking concerns about rising utility bills among local residents. The proposal is part of a data center boom in Central Ohio driven by tax incentives & available land. WVXU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A $15 million aviation center in Butler County will open its new building in January to expand Butler Tech’s aviation program from 80 to 150 students. The facility will include six classrooms, a multipurpose space, and an outdoor hangar + lab space to meet local industry demand. WCPO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hudson River Foods Corp. recalled its Doughy brand chocolate-chip cookie dough because the FDA designated it a Class I safety risk due to potential Salmonella contamination. The recall affects 113 tubs with best-by dates of July 4 (no illnesses have been reported) and includes products sold in Ohio. Local 12 News
- ➤ Health policy analysts say about 600,000 Ohio residents using the Affordable Care Act may face steep premium increases in 2026 when government subsidies end. Open enrollment ends Jan. 15, with Dec. 15 as the final day for coverage to begin on Jan. 1. WVXU
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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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Michael Marcagi and John Vincent III Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Andrew J Brady Music Center — Tickets required — Experience the heartfelt tunes of local favorites Michael Marcagi and John Vincent III with special guest Nolan Taylor.
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Fritz the Hippo Musical
2-3:30 p.m. — Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati — Family-friendly event — Discover the adventures of Fritz, the little hippo brother in a delightful new musical.
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The Nutcracker Ballet
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Cincinnati Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience the magic of the world’s most beloved ballet in a festive setting.
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Cincinnati Ballet's The Nutcracker
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical performance of The Nutcracker by Cincinnati Ballet.
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Cincinnati Ballet - The Nutcracker
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of the world’s most beloved ballet this holiday season.
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It's Fritz!
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati — Family-friendly — Discover Fritz the hippo's journey to find his identity in this delightful musical.
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It's Fritz!
2-3:30 p.m. — Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati — Family-friendly musical — Watch as Fritz the hippo discovers who he wants to be in this delightful new show.
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