One of the tri-state’s most marquee events is back. Cincinnati’s famous Flying Pig Marathon will take place from April 29 to May 1. The 24th Annual Flying Pig will feature an expected 30,000 participants from 47 out of 50 US states and 15 countries. The Flying Pig was first run in 1999 after being conceived […]
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Boone County Parks celebrating 50th birthday with Parktacular
Boone County Parks is turning 50 this year. Such a milestone birthday warrants a party, said Jackie Heyenbruch, Special Events and Marketing coordinator. “We are calling it ‘Parktacular,’ and it will be on July 30 at England Idlewild Park, toward the back of the park,” Heyenbruch said. “It will start at 11 a.m., and there […]
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Purple People Bridge turns 150
The one-of-a-kind historic landmark that is the only bridge over the Ohio River dedicated exclusively for pedestrian use, The Purple People Bridge, turns 150 this year and the region will celebrate its historic place as a connection between Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. “We are thrilled to come together as a region to celebrate the 150th […]
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Covington Business Council celebrates 50th anniversary
In honor of the Covington Business Council’s 50th anniversary, a celebration will be held the week of April 11-17. CBC Executive Director Pat Frew said the council places a great emphasis on supporting Covington’s food and beverage industry. CBC holds private sessions with industry executives every other month called Food for Thought and advocates on […]
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Sigma Phi Epsilon at NKU to shave heads for annual cancer research fundraiser
In conjunction with the St. Baldrick’s Foundation, Sigma Phi Epsilon a fraternity at NKU is shaving their heads to raise money in support of childhood cancer research. Since its rechartering in 2009, Sigma Phi Epsilon (or SigEp) has worked with the St. Baldrick’s Foundation to raise money for childhood cancer research. The St. Baldrick’s Foundation […]
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City of Fort Mitchell names Vent Haven Museum Independence Day Parade Grand Marshal
The City of Fort Mitchell announces its 2022 Independence Day Parade Grand Marshal as Vent Haven Museum. “Vent Haven Museum is Fort Mitchell’s best-kept secret, and we are honored to have them serve as our parade grand marshal,” Fort Mitchell Mayor Jude Hehman said. Vent Haven is the world’s only museum dedicated to ventriloquism. Established […]
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#nomnom: GABP unveils menu for upcoming Reds season
If baseball is still the great American pastime, eating sweet and savory treats is a close second. The two activities are combined inside Great American Ball Park, which recently showcased its future food offerings ahead of Opening Day. The smorgasbord featured classic entrees one can expect to see in the hands of fans catching a […]
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Northern Kentucky Easter egg hunts: when and where they’re happening
This story has been updated to include changes due to weather. If your city does not show a change then an announcement has not been made. After event cancelations throughout the last two years, cities are opening back up and community events are in full swing. Here is a list of local Easter egg hunts […]
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Artist call for BLINK Cincinnati, the nation’s largest immersive event
BLINK, the nation’s largest light, art and projection mapping experience, is returning to Cincinnati for the first time since 2019, bringing with it transcendent works across all artistic media. BLINK opens an international call to artists in the fields of projection mapping, mural paintings, and light-based art installations and music on March 31.This expands upon the previously accepted submissions of just […]
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Comedy Nite returns to The Garage in Dayton
In need of a good laugh? Starting tonight, The Garage is bringing back their “Comedy Nite” with renowned comedian Geoff Tate — who has made Comedy Central and The Late Late Show appearances — headlining the event. “We get five or six comedians from the region to come to town, and then we have a […]