Feature Story
I-471 reopens after tanker explosion and massive fire
Photo Credit: Florian Olivo
All lanes of I-471 between Cincinnati and Newport have reopened after a dramatic tanker truck explosion and fireforced a major overnight shutdown Friday.
Emergency crews closed the highway for hours as firefighters battled flames and transportation crews inspected the bridge for damage. Officials confirmed no fatalities and said only minor injuries were reported.
Bottom line: One of the region’s busiest river crossings is back open after a crash that temporarily disrupted travel between Ohio and Northern Kentucky.
Feature Story
Airline-food manufacturer opening first U.S. facility near CVG
Photo Credit: Vinicius Amano
A global company that produces in-flight meals for airlines is opening its first U.S. manufacturing facility in Northern Kentucky near Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport.
Regional leaders say the facility will bring new jobs and strengthen the logistics and aviation ecosystem surrounding the airport, which has become one of the fastest-growing cargo hubs in the country.
Bottom line: The project is another example of how the CVG area continues to attract aviation-related investment.
Feature Story
Tri-State housing market holding steady despite high interest rates
Photo Credit: Dillon Kydd
A new regional housing update shows the Greater Cincinnati housing market remains relatively stable despite elevated mortgage rates.
Local real-estate experts say inventory remains tight while demand continues across many neighborhoods in Hamilton, Butler, and Warren counties.
Bottom line: Cincinnati’s housing market hasn’t cooled as much as many analysts predicted.
⚡ Quick Hits
Cincinnati’s St. Patrick’s Day celebrations brought large crowds downtown over the weekend, with events centered around The Banks and nearby bars and restaurants.
Spring weather is bringing increased visitors back to parks across the region, including Smale Riverfront Park along the Ohio River.
Kroger, headquartered in Cincinnati, continues expanding its digital grocery and delivery operations nationwide.
📅 Things To Do Today
Continue St. Patrick’s Day celebrations at Fountain Square, where several bars and restaurants are hosting live music and themed events.
Catch a live performance at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, one of the city’s premier theaters located in Eden Park.
Take a scenic walk across the Roebling Suspension Bridge, one of Cincinnati’s most iconic landmarks.
Photo Credit: Taste of Belgium (Cincinnati St. Patrick’s Day)
🍔 Local Spotlight
Allez Bakery: Located in Over-the-Rhine, Allez Bakery has become one of Cincinnati’s most beloved bakeries for its artisan breads, croissants, and pastries.
The bakery is known for its long fermentation sourdough bread and rotating seasonal pastries that often sell out early in the day.
Why locals love it: Exceptional bread, high-quality ingredients, and one of the best breakfast spots in the city.
Photo Credit: Lawrence Thaniel, Yelp
One Interesting Thing…
The Roebling Suspension Bridge opened in 1866 and served as the prototype for the Brooklyn Bridge designed by the same engineer, John A. Roebling.
That’s it for today.
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