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    Register now for the 26th Annual Perennial School to learn more about perennials for your landscape and gardens
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    Perennial school event to feature Cincinnati Zoo plant program manager, humorous garden...1h ago
    The Thai barbecue-glazed salmon with orzo and wild rice at J. Alexander's in Dayton has flavorful orzo with almond slivers, red winter wheat, cranberries, corn, currants, and other ingredients. RAY MARCANO/CONTRIBUTED
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    Review: J. Alexander’s has good food, but more importantly, honesty
    The Izzy's location on Ohio 63 in Monroe is expected to open in July, according to the owner. It will be the farthest northern location for the popular Cincinnati-based restaurant. RICK McCRABB/CONTRIBUTOR
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    Izzy’s opening kosher-style deli on Ohio 63 in Monroe
    Greg Skinner on bass and Casey Gomez with CFG & the Family perform during the final show of the season at the Sounds of Sunset concert series Aug. 8, 2024 at Sunset Park in Middletown. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    Things to do in Butler County this weekend
    The new MyCare Ohio is a Medicare-Medicaid managed care program for Ohioans who are eligible for both. The plan is new as of Jan. 1, 2026, and integrates benefits from both programs into a single health plan (called Next Generation MyCare plan) to provide enhanced, streamlined healthcare benefits and care. SHUTTERSTOCK/CONTRIBUTED
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    New in 2026: What is MyCare Ohio health insurance, and who’s eligible?
    Miranda Mullins, 30, of Franklin owns Three Moons Boutique at 1050 Central Ave. in Middletown. Featured vendor Primeau's Purls and 3rd Shift Sweets also sell products at the shop. BRYN DIPPOLD/STAFF
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    Three Moons Boutique is in former Merry Market spot in Middletown, still has some of its...
    Celebrating its 11th year, The Butler County Donut Trail now features 14 mom-and-pop shops across the county. CONTRIBUTED
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    2 new shops added to Butler County Donut Trail
    The Queen City Cup is a USA Fencing sanctioned youth fencing tournament that will take place at Liberty Center this weekend. CONTRIBUTED
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    Fencing competition this weekend at Liberty Center open to public spectators
    If you suspect you may have Seasonal Affective Disorder and it is severe enough to interfere with daily activities, it is important to be evaluated by a health professional. ISTOCK
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    With seasonal affective disorder, daily physical activity is important — even in small...
    Brad Denson’s annual Mardi Gras Threauxdown happened at The Oregon Express on Saturday, Mar. 1, 2025, in advance of Fat Tuesday. TOM GILLIAM / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER
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    It’s Fat Tuesday: Mardi Gras events in the region
    Blizzard at the Beard will be at 7 p.m. nightly, Feb. 20 and 21 at The Bearded Saddle Saloon in Oxford. CONTRIBUTED
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    What to know about the 2-day winter music event at The Bearded Saddle Saloon
    Phantom Theater: Opening Nightmare is set to open at Warren County's Kings Island in 2026. Contributed
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    The latest on the ‘Phantom Theater’ ride at Kings Island: Work happening now
    A vintage card catalog finds new life as a community seed library at the Springboro Public Library, 125 Park Lane, Springboro.  Instead of index cards, each drawer now holds packets of seeds ready to be planted, shared, and grown by local families. KENDRA BEAN/CONTRIBUTED
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    Springboro library launches seed library to help community grow gardens
    Madyson Schuh, left, receives ashes from Father Steve Pawelk with Glenmary Home Missioners during Bishop Fenwick High School's Ash Wednesday mass in the gymnasium Wednesday. Feb. 14, 2024. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    What is Ash Wednesday? The meaning behind the tradition and the start of Lent
    Zora, a pit bull, gives her mom Donelle a kiss. CONTRIBUTED
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    Pit bull finds home with empty nesters
    A group of individuals work out together on indoor rowing machines in a modern gym. ISTOCK
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    How to use the row as an exercise for strengthening your back
    "The Last Hitman" by Robin Yocum. CONTRIBUTED
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    Book Nook: Some hilarious hitman hijinx in the Ohio River valley
    Barbecue, Bourbon and Beats in Middletown will include the distilleries Name Brandt Distilling, The White Dog Distilling Co., Indian Creek Distillery, Willow Run Bourbon, Hayner Distilling and Dexter Bourbon Company. ISTOCK
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    Bourbon and barbecue event in Middletown will have gourmet food, feature multiple...
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    At Lebanon’s Broadway Barrel House, the team delivers consistency - and tasty burgers
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    No save-the-date needed: Hamilton Bridal District is officially launched
    Middletown High School student Dylan Palmer plays guitar at a recent basketball game in the Middies' gymnasium. CONTRIBUTED
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    Internet is loving Middletown student’s ‘Jimi Hendrix-style’ national anthem on guitar
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    Warren County pilot helps hospice patient fulfill lifelong dream to fly
    Left to right: Rodney Veal, Brandon Ragland, Kevin Harris and Jamal Durr participate in the session "On the Frontlines: Artists Discuss the Current State of Artmaking in 2025" at the EPIC Inspires arts symposium. Photo credit: @ScottyDfoto
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    What to expect at this year’s Dayton Art & Design Symposium at WSU
    Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold holds the Lombardi Trophy as head coach Mike MacDonald celebrates at left during the team's NFL football Super Bowl 60 celebration at Lumen Field, Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)
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    Sports betting surges: For some fans, watching the game is no longer enough as prop bets...
    Staff at Flowers by Roger in Middletown are busy preparing hundreds of arrangements to be delivered for Valentine's Day. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    Valentine’s Day: Order wine without looking foolish, places to eat, last-minute flowers...
    Wine expert Jay Selman recommends not being seduced by the region from where a wine comes: People will order Napa Cab because it has a celebrity status. But, you can order great cabs that are not from Napa and that are a much better value," he said. ISTOCK
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    Ahead of your Valentine’s Day date night, learn from a local expert how to order wine
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    Watch: Local florists handle Valentine’s Day surge; flower prices high
    Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum will pay tribute to its Founder Harry T. Wilks with free admission to the park on Founder’s Weekend in March. CONTRIBUTED
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    Pyramid Hill park offers free admission on March weekend, special programming
    Miami University sophomore Max Baumstark shops for a shirt for his mom at DuBois Book Store Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026 in Oxford. His parents are visiting and will be attending the Miami University basketball game Friday. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    Miami University basketball fans flock to buy RedHawks gear as team soars
    The process of collecting pure maple sugar water takes place in a quiet, snowy forest. Snow blankets the ground while metal buckets hang from trees, capturing the sweet sap. iSTOCK/COX
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    Events highlight the local maple syrup making process
    The sign outside Jolly's Drive-in on Ohio 4 in Hamilton. The business announced it will open Feb. 12, 2026. FILE PHOTO
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    Cheers! (Root beer, of course): Both Jolly’s locations in Hamilton open for season
    MetroParks of Butler County said these ornaments were left on Christmas trees it recycled in 2026. CONTRIBUTED
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    Missing an ornament? MetroParks of Butler Co. found some on recycled Christmas trees
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