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FC Cincinnati transfers star winger to Mexican club
Photo Credit: FC Cincinnati
FC Cincinnati has transferred winger Luca Orellano to CF Monterrey in a multi-million-dollar deal.
Orellano spent two seasons with Cincinnati, appearing in 77 matches with 15 goals and 14 assists. He was also named to the 2024 MLS All-Star team and scored one of the most memorable goals in club history with a long-range strike from behind midfield.
Bottom line: The transfer marks one of the biggest outgoing moves in recent club history as FC Cincinnati reshapes its roster for the season.
Feature Story
Thousands participate in Cincinnati Heart Mini-Marathon
Photo Credit: Mārtiņš Zemlickis
Cincinnati Heart Mini-Marathon and Walk returned downtown Sunday with thousands of runners and walkers raising money for heart disease and stroke prevention.
Participants could choose from several events including a half marathon, 15K, 5K, and family walk, with races beginning near downtown streets early Sunday morning.
Bottom line: One of Cincinnati’s largest annual charity races brought large crowds to downtown and raised awareness for heart health.
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Jungle Jim’s launches viral “TikTok Shop” section
Photo Credit: Discover Clermont County
Shoppers at Jungle Jim’s International Market are checking out a new section featuring viral internet products and trending snacks.
The store’s new “TikTok shop” area highlights items that have gone viral online and even includes a content zone where visitors can film videos while shopping.
Bottom line: The unique concept is turning one of the region’s most famous grocery stores into a social-media-friendly destination.
⚡ Quick Hits
Planning is already underway for Opening Day celebrations around Great American Ball Park as the Cincinnati Reds prepare for the upcoming season.
New apartments and mixed-use projects continue expanding in Over-the-Rhine, one of the fastest-growing neighborhoods in the region.
Visitors are returning to the riverfront as warmer weather brings increased activity to Smale Riverfront Park.
📅 Things To Do Today
Explore contemporary art installations at Contemporary Arts Center, located in the heart of downtown.
Try a puzzle-style escape challenge at The Escape Game Cincinnati in The Banks.
Grab lunch at Pho Lang Thang, one of the city’s most popular Vietnamese spots in Over-the-Rhine.
Photo Credit: Rick Proper, Yelp
🍔 Local Spotlight
Sleepy Bee Cafe: Sleepy Bee Cafe has become one of Cincinnati’s most beloved brunch spots, known for locally sourced ingredients and creative breakfast dishes.
Popular menu items include the Bee Cakes, avocado toast, and rotating seasonal specials made with ingredients from Ohio farms.
Why locals love it: Bright atmosphere, high-quality brunch, and a strong focus on local sourcing.
Photo Credit: M Sterling, Yelp
One Interesting Thing…
The nickname “Queen City” dates back to 1819, when writer Henry Wadsworth Longfellow referred to Cincinnati as “the Queen of the West”. The name stuck — and it’s still one of the city’s most famous nicknames today.
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