Feature Story
Cincinnati Reds gearing up for Opening Day
Photo Credit: Julian Myles
The Cincinnati Reds continue preparations for the upcoming MLB season as spring training moves forward in Arizona.
Fans across Cincinnati are already looking ahead to Opening Day, one of the city’s biggest annual traditions. The celebration typically includes a parade, downtown festivities, and a packed crowd at Great American Ball Park slated for Thursday, March 26.
Opening Day in Cincinnati is often treated like a citywide holiday, with thousands gathering downtown before first pitch.
Bottom line: Reds baseball — and one of Cincinnati’s biggest traditions — is just weeks away.
Feature Story
Spring events returning across Cincinnati neighborhoods
Photo Credit: We The Creators
Warmer temperatures are bringing Cincinnati’s outdoor event season back to life. Community gatherings, markets, and neighborhood festivals are beginning to ramp up in areas like Over-the-Rhine and around Washington Park.
Organizers expect strong attendance as residents head outdoors for food, music, and local events.
Bottom line: Cincinnati’s busiest festival season is just getting started.
Feature Story
Arrests made in Riverfront Live shooting investigation
Photo Credit: WLWT
Police have arrested two men in connection with the recent shooting at Riverfront Live, where nine people were injured during a crowded birthday celebration event.
Authorities say the suspects face felonious assault charges while investigators continue collecting evidence and witness statements.
Bottom line: The arrests mark a significant step forward in the high-profile investigation.
⚡ Quick Hits
Development discussions continue around the riverfront district near The Banks.
Mild temperatures are expected across southwest Ohio this week as spring approaches.
Downtown restaurants and bars are preparing for increased crowds as the weather warms.
📅 Things To Do Today
Grab coffee and browse local vendors at Findlay Market.
Explore tropical plants and seasonal exhibits at Krohn Conservatory.
Catch an indie or classic film at the historic Esquire Theatre in Clifton.
Photo Credit: Sean Foster
🍔 Local Spotlight
Taste of Belgium: A Cincinnati favorite known for its Belgian waffles and brunch menu, Taste of Belgium started as a small stand at Findlay Market before expanding into multiple restaurants across the region.
The restaurant is famous for its Liège waffles — caramelized Belgian waffles made with pearl sugar — often served with fried chicken, fresh fruit, or Nutella.
Why locals love it: One of the best brunch spots in Cincinnati with a menu that blends Belgian street food with classic American breakfast.
Photo Credit: Bettina Kunz
One Interesting Thing…
Cincinnati’s Findlay Market opened in 1855, making it one of the oldest continuously operating public markets in the United States.
That’s it for today.
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