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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.
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.
👔Patti Powers tapped as new director for Sandusky County Share and Care
Good morning, Sandusky County. The heat looks like it will continue, with a slight drop in temperatures from over the weekend, but don't think that it will be more pleasant. The high should be 88 degrees, with a low tonight of 71 degrees. Those temps should feel at least as hot as the weekend was, thanks to the 60% chance of thunderstorms. ...
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...
Bengals Sign Former Steelers WR
PITTSBURGH -- The Cincinnati Bengals are adding a familiar face, signing UFL standout and former Pittsburgh Steelers fan favorite Hakeem Butler, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Butler spent last summer with the Steelers after being a big name in the XFL. He joined Pittsburgh for training camp and quickly became...
Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow tries a new position at training camp and he's pretty good
Is Joe Burrow tackling a new position? Probably not. But it's fun to imagine. The Cincinnati Bengals quarterback isn't throwing at training camp Friday. So what did he do instead...
Flooding concern at Madonna Homes apartments
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A Madonna Homes resident claims they have been dealing with a flooded apartment and mold growing under the sink for the last week. The resident’s apartment had at least an inch of water on the ground with a backed-up sink and sitting water on his kitchen countertop. The resident said it is unbearable and he just wants something done.
Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes loved Bengals' new signing in free agency
The Cincinnati Bengals just made a signing in free agency and the biggest fan of the move is…Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes. There’s a confusing one for fans. Per a report, Cincinnati signed veteran cornerback Nate Brooks on Friday to bolster the secondary during the sweltering heat...
Joe Mixon's first training camp with Texans off to a rough start
One of the most noteworthy moves of the offseason for the Cincinnati Bengals was the trade that sent veteran running back Joe Mixon to the Houston Texans. Mixon spent the first seven seasons of his career in Cincinnati, and he became a fan favorite during that time, so the trade was tough for many Bengals fans to swallow.
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.”
Everything You Missed at the Cincinnati Music Festival [PHOTOS]
The Cincinnati Music Festival (CMF), famously known as the “Jazz Fest” returned this year with an exciting lineup of legends! The festival kicked off Thursday, July 25 with an early morning live broadcast of the Rickey Smiley Morning Show and the day followed at the Andrew J. Brady Music Center with the Hip-Hop concert featuring MC Lyte, KRS-One, […] The post Everything You Missed at the Cincinnati Music Festival [PHOTOS] appeared first on 101.1 The Wiz.
Ongoing support: Program aims to help grandparents, caregivers who are raising children
TOLEDO, Ohio — The number of grandparents and older adults raising children continues to climb, according to the Area Office on Aging (AOoA). In light of this increase, the organization has developed a program to support caregivers and build strong foundations for the children. This program, called the Kinship...
On The Market: Modern Mount Adams home listed for $2.95M
An ultra-modern house in Mount Adams with a rooftop deck and panoramic views of the city recently hit the market for $2.95 million. The 4,500-square-foot, custom-built home at 943 Monastery St. has an elevator connecting all five floors, a whole-house music system, electronic shades and a two-car garage with two Tesla-brand electric vehicle...
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...
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