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Cincinnati Enquirer • 22nd July 2022

Korean Fried Chicken is coming soon to Fourth and Race.

Korean Fried Chicken is coming soon to Fourth and Race.

A new Korean restaurant, bb.q Chicken, is coming to the Queen City.

This KFC – Korean fried chicken – will be opening in a 3,500-square-foot street-level space at 150 W. Fourth Street, Downtown.

"Best of the Best Quality," or bb.q, caters to the growing popularity of Korean food.

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Korean-style fried chicken uses different spices than American

Cincinnati Enquirer • 19th July 2022

Why Cincinnati loves Jimmy Buffett 🦜

On Thursday, July 21, Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band will be performing at Riverbend Music Center as part of the Life on the Flipside Redux tour. There is no doubt that Jimmy Buffett mania has taken over Cincinnati for over 30 years, and in order to fully grasp the scope of his influence here in Cincinnati, you need to first understand the fandom.

Buffett fans are known as Parrotheads, a fandom nickname that originated here in Cincinnati.

In 1985, when Buffett was performing at Timber

Cincinnati Enquirer • 14th July 2022

Kids need a break? Check out special guest at Cincinnati Museum Center's Story Tree Time

Kids need a break? Check out special guest at Cincinnati Museum Center's Story Tree Time

Are you ready for a unique, out-of-this-world storytime experience?

Carol Armstrong, wife of the late astronaut Neil Armstrong, is the special guest reader at 11 a.m. on July 15 for the Children’s Museum at Cincinnati Museum Center for its weekly Story Tree Time.

She will read a book inspired by the Apollo 11 mission called "Bok’s Giant Leap: One Moon Rock’s Journey Through Time and Space."

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Cincinnati Enquirer • 5th July 2022

The Summer Music Games are coming to Cincinnati

The Summer Music Games are coming to Cincinnati

Six of the nation’s top drum and bugle corps will be coming to Dwire Field in Atrium Stadium at Mason High School to compete in the 25th annual Summer Music Games.

The Drum Corps International tour event on July 6 brings drum and bugle corps from all over the United States together to battle for a chance to compete in DCI’s World Class Finals at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Aug. 11-13.

Hosted by the Fairfield High School marching band at M

Cincinnati Magazine • 30th June 2022

Closing the College Education Gap

Four Cincinnati-area schools have joined a national initiative called Moon Shot for Equity that aims to close equity gaps within regional cohorts of two- and four-year colleges and universities by 2030. Miami University, Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, Northern Kentucky University, and Gateway Community and Technical College have partnered to provide equity-minded education, advance student success, and serve as a regional model to other institutions worldwide.

Research shows

Cincinnati Enquirer • 28th June 2022

This summer, ditch the pump and ride Metro for free on Saturdays and Sundays

This summer, ditch the pump and ride Metro for free on Saturdays and Sundays

As summer continues and gas prices remain high in the Greater Cincinnati area, Metro is providing a cost-effective alternative.

In order to provide the community with an affordable and convenient alternative to driving, Metro and Access paratransit are offering free trips on Saturdays and Sundays between July 4 and Labor Day weekend, Sept. 4.

In addition to the fare-free weekends, Metro's Reinventing Metro plan is pr

Cincinnati Enquirer • 28th June 2022

Don't let creepy-crawlers invade your summer fun. Here's how to evade common insects.

Don't let creepy-crawlers invade your summer fun. Here's how to evade common insects.

Summer is a time of year when we can enjoy the warmer weather, longer days and the beauty of nature. But the warmer weather can also bring an influx of creepy crawlies in and around a residence.

Here are eight of the most prevalent insects you may find in your home this summer and ways to get rid of them.

If none of these home solutions are working out, be sure to contact a pest control expert.

Summer Tips:

Cincinnati Enquirer • 17th June 2022

Fairy Tale Festival sprinkles magical fantasy in Glenwood Gardens

It looks like your fairy-tale dreams are about to become a reality.

Saturday, June 18, Glenwood Gardens will bring fairy tale characters and magical creatures to life at the first-ever Fairy Tale Festival at the Highfield Discovery Garden.

At this magical festival, you will have the opportunity to meet your favorite fairy tale characters in person and create lasting memories for your children.

In addition to meeting your favorite characters, you'll be able to create your own magical crafts, s

Cincinnati Enquirer • 17th June 2022

Take your best shot: Roebling bridge committee sponsors photo contest

Take your best shot: Roebling bridge committee sponsors photo contest

The Covington-Cincinnati Suspension Bridge Committee is sponsoring a contest for photographers in the Greater Cincinnati area to capture the best photo of the Roebling bridge.

The contest will be held from July 1 through July 31. Participants can enter up to three photos for $24. There are three photo categories: Daytime or night-time photos, or short video.

Photographers may enter as professionals or amateurs.

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Cincinnati Enquirer • 14th June 2022

This Father's Day, pick up a brush: Daddies Do Hair, Too event aims to break stereotypes

This Father's Day, pick up a brush: Daddies Do Hair, Too event aims to break stereotypes

Anything moms can do, dads can do too. That's what Mercy Health believes, and is sponsoring a father-daughter event to help teach dads the art of hairstyling.

Just in time for Father's Day this Friday, Mercy Health is partnering with the Unspoken Words Alliance to sponsor Daddies Do Hair, Too at the Woodlawn Community Center from 5-8 p.m.

The Daddies Do Hair, Too event was inspired by Krys Styles from the

Cincinnati Enquirer • 14th June 2022

It's National Bourbon Day! Here's where you can celebrate in Northern Kentucky

It's National Bourbon Day! Here's where you can celebrate in Northern Kentucky

June 14 is National Bourbon Day, and here's what in store.

North Kentucky's Bourbon experience is offering bourbon enthusiasts from across the Tri-State a variety of events and specials to mark National Bourbon Day.

“National Bourbon Day was created to recognize the high standards put in place for distilling bourbon and to celebrate America’s Native Spirit,” said meetNKY President and CEO, Julie Kirkpatrick in a re

Cincinnati Enquirer • 9th June 2022

Brown County: NWS confirms an EF0 tornado touched down during Wednesday's storms

Brown County: NWS confirms an EF0 tornado touched down during Wednesday's storms

It was confirmed Thursday by the National Weather Service that during Wednesday's storm an EF0 tornado touched down in Brown County.

An EF0 rating is classified as a "weak" tornado, with max wind speeds of 65-85 mph, according to the National Weather Services.

Severe weather: Severe weather: Here are the differences between a Tornado Watch and a Tornado Warning

NWS said that it received "numerous" reports of dam

Cincinnati Enquirer • 9th June 2022

Tipp City tornado: NWS confirms EF2 tornado touched down during Wednesday storms

The National Weather Service confirmed the tornado that touched down near Tipp City in Miami County, Ohio on Wednesday evening has an EF2 rating.

An EF2 rating is classified by the National Weather Service as a "strong" tornado, with wind speeds of 111-165 mph.

A Meijer distribution center that employs dozens of people in Tipp City was heavily damaged following severe storms that prompted tornado warnings.

Tipp City tornado: Tornado causes damages at Meijer facility in Tipp City. See photos,

Cincinnati Enquirer • 9th June 2022

Rhinegeist introduces a limited edition 'Nines are Wild' brew to celebrate 9th anniversary

To celebrate Rhinegeist's ninth anniversary, the brewery is inviting everyone to the Nines are Wild anniversary birthday bash June 25.

In celebration of the milestone, Rhinegeist will be hosting a western-theme party along with a brand-new limited-edition brew. Yes, you heard that right, Rhinegeist will be taking everyone back to the wild, wild West.

The Nines are Wild beer is a cold double IPA featuring Centennial, Citra, Motueka, and Nelson Sauvin hops. It will be available for purchase in 1

Cincinnati Enquirer • 7th June 2022

New OTR retailer Fly by Nature opening soon in 3CDC's Willkommen development

New OTR retailer Fly by Nature opening soon in 3CDC's Willkommen development

There's a new Black-owned retailer coming to Over-the-Rhine.

Local entrepreneur and outfitter Cameron Mundo is opening Fly by Nature in a commercial space located in Cincinnati Center City Development Corp.'s newly completed Willkommen project.

The Willkommen development is a mixed-use, mixed-income project with 16 historic spaces and four new infill buildings throughout four project sites in OTR.

Located at 1606 Ra

Cincinnati Enquirer • 6th June 2022

Over 100 jobs openings at upcoming Hamilton County job fair

Hamilton County will be hosting a job fair event at Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ), Wednesday, June 15 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Multiple jobs openings will be available from participating Hamilton County departments starting from entry-level to senior-level positions. Attendees will have to opportunity to apply on-site and several departments hiring will be offering on-the-spot screenings

The OMJ Center is located near a bus and bike route and will be providing free parking for attendees.

Participating H

Cincinnati Magazine • 13th April 2022

Grab Easter Brunch at One of These Local Restaurants

Easter plans still up in the air? Check out the special brunch offerings at these eateries.

The Baker’s Table

The Baker’s Table continues its new brunch series this weekend with a four-course meal that spotlights seasonal produce, whole-animal butchery, and a 100% in-house bread program. Choose from braised pork hash, fried chicken sandwich, or buckwheat pancakes, and treat yourself with sweets from the restaurant’s bakery, such as baby buttermilk biscuits and ricotta doughnuts with cinnamon

Cincinnati Magazine • 30th March 2022

Take Your Pick of Canned Spirits

Some of our local breweries are making more than just beer. From vodka soda to hard seltzer, these canned spirits are being crafted for beer-weary palates:

RGBevs

Rhinegeist Brewery recently introduced a new line of full-flavored hard craft beverages. These drinks are neither beer nor seltzer, but a clear malt base combined with a range of bold, fruity flavors. Try Zango Crush, a mango and blood orange mix, or Rhinegeist’s first hard lemonade, Lemmy Nade. 1910 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine, (513) 38

Cincinnati Magazine • 29th March 2022

Get These Maple Season Treats Before They're Gone

Ohio’s maple season comes to an end soon, but you can still get these maple flavored food and drinks on menus around town.

Waffles

At Pig Candy, you can enjoy delicious barbecue with a healthy twist, but for maple season, try the gluten-free waffles pressed with pulled pork and smothered with maple peach glaze. On Sundays, the restaurant serves its waffles with a poached egg and housemate vegan Goetta, topped with that wonderful maple glaze. 5901 Kellogg Ave., California, (513) 231-0378

Maple

Cincinnati Magazine • 1st March 2022

Fuel Your Appetite for Mardi Gras

It’s Fat Tuesday and these Mardi Gras foods will help you “laissez le bon temps rouler!”

Po’boys at Libby’s Southern Comfort

Enjoy all the comforts of Louisiana cuisine right here, where po’boys are made with deep-fried oysters and topped with baby arugula, tomatoes, and remoulade sauce. Can’t get enough? Be sure to order some Fried Green Tomatoes to complete the meal. 35 W. Eighth St., Covington, (859) 261-3106

King Cakes from North College Hill Bakery

If you want to celebrate Mardi Gras pr