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Brown County community comes together after devastating fire
SARDINIA, Ohio (WKRC) - A Brown County community is coming together after a fire brought down one of Sardinia's oldest buildings. Firefighters from 13 different departments, including the Eastern Joint Fire & EMS District, battled the flames for nearly five hours on Thursday evening. Crews were dispatched to 120 Winchester Street around 10 p.m. No injuries were reported. The cost of the damage and the cause of the fire are unknown.
This Ohio city is hosting a ‘Chicken War’
Next month, a chicken war is going to break out in Toledo. Chicken War at the Toledo Farmer’s Market, which is located at 525 Market Street in Toledo, will take place on Sept. 28 from 5-11 p.m. The event is hosted by the Business Building Movement and the Glaze...
Historic beverage brand files Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Any business that lasts for over 100 years has done something incredibly impressive. When you look at the list of major American brands that have achieved that feat, you see some of the most enduring brands ever created. Coca-Cola, Harley Davidson, UPS, Boeing, Kraft Foods, Target, and Kellogg have had incredibly enduring success. That's incredibly impressive given all the changing trends and consumer demands that have happened over 100 years.
Richland County property transfers recorded July 15-19
These real estate transactions were recorded in Richland County between July 15 and July 19: 1385 Angus Drive, Mansfield; Brian D. and Bonnie S. Schulties to David and Melissa Ott; $860,000 4656 Possum Run Road, Bellville; Sheryl L. Smith to Jacob D. Miller; $165,000 ...
Free pop-up dental, vision and medical clinic this weekend in Cincinnati
CINCINNATI — A nonprofit will host a pop-up clinic for free dental, vision and medical care to those in need this weekend. All operations are offered on a first-come, first-serve basis. The patient parking lot will open at 11:59 p.m. on Friday night and stay open for the duration of the clinic. The clinic will open its doors at 6 a.m.
Mason assistant football coach, high school teacher Bill Lapthorn dies
Bill Lapthorn, an assistant football coach and teacher at Mason High School, died Thursday, according to Mason head football coach Brian Castner. Lapthorn has been with the Comets since the 2018 season, coaching the offensive line. He was also a health and physical education teacher at the school. ...
Former Toledoan Stars in Netflix Reality Series “Owning Manhattan”
A one-way train in the middle of the might with three suitcases and $12,000 in your. pocket, is one way to jump-start a life and career. Just ask Jordan Hurt, former Toledoan, real estate agent and one of the stars of Netflix’s reality series Owning Manhattan. Early stages. It...
Local organization helping people with special needs suspends operations
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - Genesis at Work, which helps those with special needs find employment, is suspending operations. Genesis at Work was launched two years ago. It was started by a family who wanted to support others in the way their son was supported at his job. A message from founder...
Juvenile ‘Safe Surrender Day’ happening Friday in Hamilton County
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Juveniles living in Hamilton County with outstanding warrants will have the opportunity to address their charge(s) and make a fresh start with “Safe Surrender Day,” organized by the Hamilton County Juvenile Court. This is the first step in the process for juveniles to clear their...
Cincinnati festive weekend starts with Foo Fighters, music festival
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - The Foo Fighters, The Cincinnati Music Festival and Goetta Fest kicked off a festive weekend on Thursday with rock, hip-hop heroes and food. Goetta Fest runs this weekend and next with food from Glier’s Goetta and live music. The Cincinnati Music Festival kicked off at the...
Southwyck Lanes transforming into Incredibowl Entertainment
TOLEDO, Ohio — What was once known as Southwyck Lanes in south Toledo will soon open under a new name with new and revamped activities. Incredibowl Entertainment is slated to open this summer, according to its website. A Facebook post on the company's page from February says that the...
70th Antique and Classic Car Parade of Hamilton and Fairfield is Saturday
It’s time again for hundreds of classic and antique cars to line the streets for the annual Jerry E. and Marlene Moore Memorial Antique and Classic Car Parade of Hamilton and Fairfield. The event takes place from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 27, rain or shine. It...
Wapakoneta car dealership celebrating grand opening Saturday
WAPAKONETA — The grand opening of Wapakoneta Ford under new ownership will take place Saturday, July 27, 2024, from 4 to 6 p.m. at 613 Dixie Highway. Maryem Rah purchased the dealership in June when it was known as Braden Ford. This is her fourth dealership, and the first to expand from her group of dealerships in the Cincinnati area. “We’re not just about selling cars; we’re about empowering people,” Rah said.
Nearly 20 candidates apply for open Cincinnati School Board seat
Last week, Cincinnati Public Schools Board of Education member Mike Moroski resigned from the Board to focus on his job as executive director at Hamilton County's Human Services Chamber. Now, the remaining board members are tasked with appointing a new member to fill Moroski's seat and serve the remainder of...
Maumee announces plans to re-evaluate sewer ordinance
In response to efforts by a citizens group to repeal the city’s sewer inspection and remediation ordinance, Maumee officials announced Friday afternoon that they are re-evaluating the ordinance as part of “a multi-faceted approach to addressing the sanitary sewer system problems.” Officials said they are “working to determine how the city might spend public money on private property for a private purpose” and will “continue conversations and negotiations with the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency.” They also said the city will expand the proposed sewer repair grant program “to provide additional financial relief to our residents” and that the city “is committed to supporting the democratic process and the citizens’ initiative” to repeal the ordinance the city implemented in June. Another aspect of the plan announced Friday was the city’s intentions to hold a series of roundtable sessions with the community “to gather input on the solutions needed to address our city’s sanitary sewer problems.”
Reds fans will hate latest roster move even though it's the right call
Deep breath, Reds fans. It's going to be okay. On Friday afternoon, the Cincinnati Reds activated TJ Friedl from the injured list after the centerfielder had been sidelined with a hamstring injury. But wait, there's more. In order to clear a spot for Friedl on the active roster, the Reds...
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