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Cincinnati Man Sentenced For $6.5M Fraud, Sess Boys Motors Spotlight and more

Jul 29, 2026

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Cincinnati Man Sentenced For $6.5M Fraud, Sess Boys Motors Spotlight and more

Issue #057 | A local business spotlight on Sess Boys Motors, a Cincinnati man gets 40 months for a $6.5 million investor fraud scheme, Bengals Training Camp opens today at the Kettering Health Practice Fields, and a new cafe is now open inside the Fidelity Hotel in downtown Cincinnati.

CPS To Vote On Tax Levy, Cincinnati Father's Inspiring Story and more

Jul 28, 2026

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CPS To Vote On Tax Levy, Cincinnati Father's Inspiring Story and more

Issue #056 | CPS is moving toward a tax levy vote for the November ballot, a Cincinnati father's "fold or fight" story has inspired millions online, Ohio's back-to-school tax holiday is back as a three-day weekend August 7-9, and a look back at this day in history.

Ja'Marr Chase's Message To Fans, West Side Development Through The Years and more

Jul 27, 2026

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Ja'Marr Chase's Message To Fans, West Side Development Through The Years and more

Issue #055 | West Side businesses led by immigrant entrepreneurs are sparking new growth, Ja'Marr Chase is fired up heading into Bengals camp Tuesday, the CDC is sending disease detectives to Ohio as the cyclospora outbreak continues, and stunning cinematic views of Cleves showcase the beauty of the west side.

Cincinnati $1M Flood Relief Plan, Livin' The Dream Travel Spotlight and more

Jul 26, 2026

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Cincinnati $1M Flood Relief Plan, Livin' The Dream Travel Spotlight and more

Issue #054 | A local business spotlight on Livin' The Dream Travel Agency, Cincinnati rolls out a $1M relief fund for flood victims, vendors scramble after Cincy Soul Fest cancels during music festival weekend, and a brand new This Day in History section makes its debut in the West Side Scoop.

Rumpke Blasting Impact On Colerain Homes, Downtown Street Closings and more

Jul 25, 2026

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Rumpke Blasting Impact On Colerain Homes, Downtown Street Closings and more

Issue #053 | Rumpke blasting is rattling Colerain Township homes, the Queen City 5K closes downtown streets this morning, a beauty salon opens in a $12M OTR development, and a look at why monitoring your salt intake matters more than ever.

Bengals Ring of Honor Inductees, FCC News and more

Jul 24, 2026

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Bengals Ring of Honor Inductees, FCC News and more

Issue #052 | Two Bengals legends get inducted into the Ring of Honor, FC Cincinnati picks up right where they left off with a 4-3 win over Vancouver, Elder's Kaden Estep is ready for his final season, and a west side joke of the day to close it out.

$70M Expansion To Southwest Ohio For Beehive Industries, SNJ Painting Spotlight and more

Jul 23, 2026

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$70M Expansion To Southwest Ohio For Beehive Industries, SNJ Painting Spotlight and more

Issue #051 | A local business spotlight on SNJ Painting and Restoration, a jet engine maker announces a $70M expansion bringing 200 jobs to southwest Ohio, the mayor issues an emergency declaration after two floods in one week, and White Oak homeowners are asking Hamilton County to investigate whether Wawa construction caused their flooding.

$540M Convention Headquarters Hotel Breaks Ground and more

Jul 22, 2026

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$540M Convention Headquarters Hotel Breaks Ground and more

Issue #050 | Cincinnati breaks ground on a $540M convention hotel, Bengals reveal the first look at Paycor Stadium renovations, Roger Bacon receives the largest donation in school history, and a local doctor shares food safety tips as cyclospora cases rise.

White Bengal Game Announced, Dr. Jay Feist Business Spotlight and more

Jul 21, 2026

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White Bengal Game Announced, Dr. Jay Feist Business Spotlight and more

Issue #049 | A local business spotlight on Dr. Jay Feist at Choice Podiatry, the Bengals announce White Bengal Stripe for New Year's Eve, only 41% of Ohio preschool-age kids are enrolled in school, and Furniture Fair is collecting school supplies for Operation Backpack.

Cincinnati's First Beating-Heart Transplant Successful and more

Jul 20, 2026

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Cincinnati's First Beating-Heart Transplant Successful and more

Issue #048 | Cincinnati makes medical history with the region's first beating-heart transplant, a tuition-free charter high school opens next month, Just Love Coffee brings free Friday night community events to Colerain Township, and Queen City Commons launches free compost drop-off bins across the west side.

Fidelity Hotel Opens In Gwynne Building, Hoeting Realtors Spotlight and more

Jul 19, 2026

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Fidelity Hotel Opens In Gwynne Building, Hoeting Realtors Spotlight and more

Issue #047 | A local business spotlight on Hoeting Realtors, the historic Gwynne Building opens as the Fidelity Hotel, and a Cleves retailer off Route 128 is closing after three years in business.

The Heart of Cheviot Is Getting a Long-Overdue Makeover and more

Jul 18, 2026

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The Heart of Cheviot Is Getting a Long-Overdue Makeover and more

Issue #046 | Harvest Home Park in Cheviot is getting a complete makeover, Taco Bell and Taylor Farms face a lawsuit over the cyclospora outbreak, the Reds lock up Chase Burns for seven years and $105 million, and a west side joke to close it out.

More Jobs Coming To Cincinnati, Permanent Daylight Savings Talks and more

Jul 17, 2026

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More Jobs Coming To Cincinnati, Permanent Daylight Savings Talks and more

Issue #045 | A global manufacturer is expanding its Hamilton headquarters, Congress is moving toward permanent daylight saving time, the Cincinnati Open reveals its star-studded 2026 player fields, and the Bengals bring back Open in Orange for the home opener on September 13.

Madi's House Thrift Shop Opens To Benefit Mental Health, Mustard Seed Woodworking Spotlight and more

Jul 16, 2026

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Madi's House Thrift Shop Opens To Benefit Mental Health, Mustard Seed Woodworking Spotlight and more

Issue #044 | A local business spotlight on Mustard Seed Woodworking, Madi's House opens a new thrift shop for mental health programs, Ohio gas prices are heading up amid U.S.-Iran tensions, and a west side history lesson.

New Plan Outlined For Homeless Outreach and more

Jul 15, 2026

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New Plan Outlined For Homeless Outreach and more

Issue #043 | Cincinnati is building a one-stop center for residents facing homelessness, addiction, and mental health challenges, state laws are standing in the way of local housing solutions, and the Port delivers the first two rehabbed homes in Sedamsville.

New $60M Harrison Project With Target, Aldi, and Fifth Third Bank and more

Jul 14, 2026

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New $60M Harrison Project With Target, Aldi, and Fifth Third Bank and more

Issue #042 | A local business spotlight on Corry Bretnitz, Target, Aldi, and Fifth Third Bank anchor a new $60M development in Harrison, the Reds draft Moeller star Matt Ponatoski, and 3CDC is moving to acquire the historic St. Francis Seraph Church in OTR.

Reds Draft Lebron In MLB Draft and more

Jul 13, 2026

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Reds Draft Lebron In MLB Draft and more

Issue #041 | The Reds grab Alabama shortstop Justin Lebron at No. 18, Avondale loses its only grocery store, Cincinnati Burger Week kicks off today with $8 and $9 burgers through Sunday, and a west side wealth management firm is opening a flagship office in Cleves.

Yoder Editing Services Spotlight, Cincinnati Funding Threatened and more

Jul 12, 2026

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Yoder Editing Services Spotlight, Cincinnati Funding Threatened and more

Issue #040 | A local business spotlight on Yoder Editing Services, Sen. Moreno threatens Cincinnati's federal funding, and a new Italian concept is coming to OTR.

UC, Xavier, Ohio State and Dayton Basketball To Play Doubleheader and more

Jul 11, 2026

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UC, Xavier, Ohio State and Dayton Basketball To Play Doubleheader and more

Issue #039 | UC, Xavier, Ohio State and Dayton are playing an outdoor basketball doubleheader at the Lindner Family Tennis Center, Tiny Homes for Humanity unlocks a $1M matching grant, and two Cincinnati nonprofits team up to rescue more food and reduce waste.

Clyaspora Parasite Risk In Cincinnati and more

Jul 10, 2026

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Clyaspora Parasite Risk In Cincinnati and more

Issue #038 | A parasite is spreading across the Tri-State, Evander heads to his third straight MLS All-Star Game, a UC athlete wins the Big 12's top honor, and a local gun range opens the region's first home defense simulation lab.

Ohio Holding $4.8B In Unclaimed Funds, West Side Delights Spotlight and more

Jul 9, 2026

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Ohio Holding $4.8B In Unclaimed Funds, West Side Delights Spotlight and more

Issue #037 | A local business spotlight on West Side Delights, Ohio is sitting on $4.8 billion in unclaimed funds, major downtown tower moving toward conversion, and a fired Cincinnati fire chief wins his arbitration.

Bengals Training Camp Info, Support Story For Lost Home and more

Jul 8, 2026

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Bengals Training Camp Info, Support Story For Lost Home and more

Issue #036 | Bengals camp opens July 29, a Northern Kentucky family got support after losing their home, the Bearcats are flipping pancakes ahead of the 2026 season, and stunning cinematic views of Delhi.

UC Welcomes Largest Freshman Class Ever, Raider Plumbing Spotlight and more

Jul 7, 2026

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UC Welcomes Largest Freshman Class Ever, Raider Plumbing Spotlight and more

Issue #035 | A local business spotlight on Raider Plumbing, UC welcomes its largest freshman class ever, two healthcare workers handmaking stuffed animals for kids in ER, and a Navy veteran reflects on service as the nation turns 250.

Two Reds Youngsters Named To The NL All-Star Team and more

Jul 6, 2026

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Two Reds Youngsters Named To The NL All-Star Team and more

Issue #034 | Burns and Stewart named to All-Star Team, New Jobs From Pharmaceutical Manufacturer Coming To Greater Cincinnati, Argosy Casino Sunk, and a joke of the day.

Coyote "Jarhead" Found in Delhi- Freed in Wild and more

Jul 5, 2026

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Coyote "Jarhead" Found in Delhi- Freed in Wild and more

Issue #033 | Coyote named "Jarhead" found and released, Anderson Ferry is raising prices, Cheap and Fun Activities For The Summer, and Chance to Provide Feedback.