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    The Auntie Anne’s pretzel shop located within the Rivertown area at Kings Island is set to receive an update. Photo courtesy of Kings Island
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    Auntie Anne’s location inside Kings Island will have a new look this season
    April Long sets up her display of My Little Ponies at the Great Ohio Toy Show at the Greene County Fairgrounds on March 27, 2026. BUCK CREEK PHOTOGRAPHY/CONTRIBUTED
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    PHOTOS: Great Ohio Toy Show 2026 in Xenia
    2026 Lexus NX 450h+ Luxury. LEXUS MEDIA
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    DRIVER’S SIDE: Lexus NX 450+ hits the mark with efficiency and luxury
    Pamela’s daughter Jasmine organizing her egg haul on Easter morning. CONTRIBUTED
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    GEM CITY FAMILY: Easter, according to a mother
    "The Delivery" by Andrew Welsh-Huggins. CONTRIBUTED
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    Through rain, snow, sleet, and fusillades of bullets he always makes his deliveries
    The RC Mob was renowned for exciting live shows, including a gig at the ’88 state fair. This is its album, "Spin the World." CONTRIBUTED
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    Forgotten vinyl review: ‘Spin the World’ (1989) by Royal Crescent Mob
    Patrick Stafford and Mandi McKinley have been friends since meeting in ninth grade at Tecumseh High School.  Stafford, a Los Angeles-based actor, will receive his second kidney transplant courtesy of McKinley. This photo, taken in December 2025, features McKinley wearing a T-shirt that reads "Kidneys are made to be shared." CONTRIBUTED
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    ‘She is saving my life from afar’: Actor in LA who is from Dayton area to get kidney from...
    While most school principals employ acoustic options such as shouting, hand claps, whistles, hand bells and the occasional megaphone with big gatherings of students, Central Academy Principal Stephen Sippel just reaches into his pocket for his ever-present harmonica and hits a few notes. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    A winning tune: Middletown principal uses harmonica to quiet students
    The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will participate in America 250-Ohio, a statewide initiative designed to connect Ohio’s people, places and achievements to the broader national story of the United States.  PHOTO CREDIT: NMUSAF/Prichard
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    100 days until July 4: How locals are able to celebrate America250 right now
    A Cincinnati Reds memorabilia event is scheduled this weekend at Marriott Cincinnati North in West Chester. Pictured here is Broadcaster Marty Brennaman in the 2025 Opening Day Parade in Cincinnati. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    Things to do in Butler County this weekend: Bourbon and blues, toy show, baseball...
    A heavy infestation of boxtree moth can eat all of the foliage quickly. Inspect plants early to prevent this damage.
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    Boxwood plants are a foundation staple in many landscapes
    Weather plays a role with allergies. Warm, windy days spread pollen farther and faster, while rain can temporarily clear the air. ISTOCK
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    Surviving (and thriving) through allergy season
    A clock donated by former Cincinnati Reds player Joey Votto is seen outside of the stadium just ahead of Opening Day 2026. CONTRIBUTED
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    Why Joey Votto gifted a clock that is in front of the Reds stadium
    Pictured is wild blackberry pie filling. ISTOCK
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    Amish Cook: A slow morning filled with family, memories, and blessings
    Chunky Vegetarian Chili. PHOTO BY USA RICE
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    This week’s 7-day menu planner has recipe for Brunswick Stew and more
    Individuals participates in a strength training session at a fitness studio. ISTOCK
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    Why getting active matters for your body and mind
    A heaping plate of corn tortilla chips piled high with melted cheese and assorted toppings. ISTOCK
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    Echoes of laughter, snacks and March Madness: A tribute to my Dad
    A male broad-tailed hummingbird with bright red throat hovers near a sugar water feeder. iSTOCK/COX
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    Get those bird houses and feeders ready: Spring brings the feathered friends to the yard
    Seasonal allergies occur when your immune system incorrectly identifies foreign substances like pollen, grass or mold as harmful and produces antibodies to try to fight off these substances. MICHAEL HEIM / SHUTTERSTOCK
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    Tips to keep springtime allergies under control in Ohio
    As people age, some parts of the swallowing process can change. Chewing muscles may lose a bit of strength. Saliva production can decrease, which makes dry or sticky foods harder to manage. Taste can also shift over time, and the timing of swallowing movements may become slightly slower. 
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    Skipping the hard candy: How aging can change chewing and swallowing
    Tionne "T-Boz" Watkins, left, and Rozonda "Chilli" Thomas from TLC perform during the Times Square New Year's Eve celebration on Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024, in New York. (Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision/AP)
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    TLC, Salt-N-Pepa announce tour stop in Cincinnati with En Vogue
    Easter candy table scene. Chocolate bunnies, candy eggs and a variety of sweets. ISTOCK
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    Ohio’s most popular Easter candy, and what other states like
    A Goodwill retail store opens April 2 in the former Joann Fabrics & Crafts in Fairfield Twp. SUE KIESEWETTER/CONTRIBUTOR
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    Goodwill store opening in former Joann Fabrics on Princeton Road
    Salmon is a good fatty fish source for women with menopause symptoms. ISTOCK
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    Salmon recipe offers healthy omega 3 fatty acids
    Onica Zecher, 16, left, and Gianna Frongia, 18, paint the exterior of the Art Central Foundation building on Main Street in Middletown in June 2024. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    Is Middletown an arts city?
    2026 Volvo XC60. VOLVO MEDIA GROUP
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    DRIVER’S SIDE: Volvo steps up its game with XC60
    Pamela’s daughter, Jasmine pauses for a photo in front of the waterfall at Ash Cave in Hocking Hills State Park. The recess cave is the largest in Ohio, formed by thousands of years of erosion, and features a seasonal waterfall making it one of the park’s most popular and family-friendly stops. CONTRIBUTED
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    Ohio Spring break adventures close to home
    "The Tree of Light and Flowers" by Thomas Perry. CONTRIBUTED
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    Saying goodbye to Author Thomas Perry through his final Jane Whitefield novel
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    Cincinnati Reds food: Great American Ball Park shows off what’s new for 2026
    Teachers and students participate in the 2024 Springboro STEMfest. This year’s free event will be March 23 at Springboro High School, featuring hands-on exhibits from local organizations. LYNN GREENBERG /CONTRIBUTED
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    Springboro STEMfest returns Monday with hands-on learning for every age
    Miami fans cheer and clap hands with players following an 89-79 win over Southern Methodist in an NCAA First Four game on Wednesday, March 18 at University of Dayton Arena. BRYANT BILLING / STAFF
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    The ‘Madness’ in Oxford: Miami of Ohio making basketball history
    Families and individuals can have fun and explore outdoors while enjoying two of Fairfield’s popular spring events. CONTRIBUTED
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    Those who find five Easter eggs at Fairfield parks can win a prize; hunt planned also
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