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Cincinnati Zoo's farm protects Warren County’s natural beauty

Bowyer Farm is restoring wetlands, growing native plants and showing how development can leave room for wildlife.

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The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Cincinnati Zoo&#x27;s conservation " data-vars-click-url="https://cincinnatizoo.org/conservation/" data-vars-content-id="8c5189b1-2595-4d52-bdad-7d5d683a0758" data-vars-headline="Cincinnati Zoo&#x27;s farm protects Warren County’s natural beauty" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://cincinnatizoo.org/conservation/" target="_blank">Cincinnati Zoo&#x27;s conservation </a>work extends far beyond its urban gates, with a 600-acre working farm preserving native plants, wetlands and wildlife in Warren County.Why it matters: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Bowyer Farm" data-vars-click-url="https://cincinnatizoo.org/gardens/bowyer-farm/" data-vars-content-id="8c5189b1-2595-4d52-bdad-7d5d683a0758" data-vars-headline="Cincinnati Zoo&#x27;s farm protects Warren County’s natural beauty" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://cincinnatizoo.org/gardens/bowyer-farm/" target="_blank">Bowyer Farm</a> isn&#x27;t a tourist destination, but remains important in testing how native habitat can survive alongside development.<ul><li>It&#x27;s showing businesses and homeowners how to make room for wildlife, too.</li></ul>

Museum-quality art minus the "shhhh" factor

60 sculptures, 470 acres and one giant outdoor adventure at Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park.

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Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park in Hamilton packs more than 60 monumental sculptures across 470 acres of rolling hills, gardens, lakes and hiking trails — making it an easy place to get artsy with the fam.

Cleveland-Cliffs' Middletown steel plant getting a $1B upgrade

The steel manufacturer received a $500M grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to modernize the plant.

With considerable federal backing, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Cleveland-Cliffs" data-vars-click-url="https://www.clevelandcliffs.com" data-vars-content-id="5c75b621-17b2-4ef5-9a67-c8a0117211d4" data-vars-headline="Cleveland-Cliffs&#x27; Middletown steel plant getting a $1B upgrade" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.clevelandcliffs.com" target="_blank">Cleveland-Cliffs</a> is planning a $1 billion overhaul of its Middletown steel plant.Why it matters: Cleveland-Cliffs is one of the city&#x27;s biggest employers.<ul><li>The project is expected to preserve 2,300 jobs and make one of Ohio&#x27;s largest steelmaking operations more competitive with international steel manufacturers, company officials say.</li></ul>

Vance brings 2028 intrigue in hometown return to Middletown

Vance came home to speak at Cleveland-Cliffs, bringing speculation about what's next for him.

Vice President JD Vance&#x27;s trips home to Southwest Ohio are creating two kinds of congestion: traffic jams and electoral intrigue.Why it matters: Homecomings like Friday&#x27;s speech in Middletown give Greater Cincinnati a front-row seat to the vice presidency — and the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="early maneuvering around 2028" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/02/vance-wsj-trump-rubio-2028" data-vars-content-id="200994a3-e5b2-401f-9015-cf0df9043554" data-vars-headline="Vance brings 2028 intrigue in hometown return to Middletown" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/02/vance-wsj-trump-rubio-2028" target="_self">early maneuvering around 2028</a>.

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Farmers markets help farms grow loyal customers

They're increasingly important as many family farms diversify sales to stay profitable.

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For many local farms, the most valuable thing a farmers market sells isn&#x27;t this week&#x27;s produce. It&#x27;s next week&#x27;s customer.Why it matters: Farmers say face-to-face connections at markets keep shoppers coming back to their booths, on-site farmstands and online stores.

New Cincy Light serves UC support at Cincinnati Open

A portion of the Rhinegeist sales will go toward supporting University of Cincinnati athletes.

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Rhinegeist and the Cincinnati Open are teaming up on a limited-edition Cincy Light can, pairing two Queen City favorites while also supporting University of Cincinnati athletes.Why it matters: It&#x27;s more than just a cool-looking beer can with tennis balls on it. The Cincinnati Open partnership gives Cincy Light a bigger stage while a portion of every can sold supports <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Cincinnati Athletics through its NIL initiative" data-vars-click-url="https://gobearcats.com/name-image-likeness" data-vars-content-id="c9209543-4544-4f20-a361-000a88be7dbe" data-vars-headline="New Cincy Light serves UC support at Cincinnati Open" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://gobearcats.com/name-image-likeness" target="_blank">Cincinnati Athletics through its NIL initiative</a>.

The unexpected spot in Monroe for the best sopes around

A must-try during your next visit to Treasure Aisles.

I&#x27;m a sucker for Tex-Mex, and the best I&#x27;ve had lately came from an unlikely spot: the El Vaquero food truck at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Treasure Aisles flea market" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/north-of-cincy/2026/07/08/swap-meet-traders-world-treasure-aisles" data-vars-content-id="ddd9b17c-40fd-4f6f-ae28-295ae2f52a66" data-vars-headline="The unexpected spot in Monroe for the best sopes around" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/north-of-cincy/2026/07/08/swap-meet-traders-world-treasure-aisles" target="_self">Treasure Aisles flea market</a> in Monroe.The sopes ($5 apiece) were packed with flavor — loaded with chicken, steak and carnitas, respectively.

Old Scratch Pizza and baseball a perfect combo

A Dragons game finally got me through the door. The pizza, beer and atmosphere made me want to come back.

I&#x27;m a big pizza guy. If you&#x27;ve seen my waistline expansion over the past few years, you probably already assumed that. But somehow — despite now living just north of Cincinnati — I had never tried <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Old Scratch Pizza &amp; Beer" data-vars-click-url="https://www.oldscratchpizza.com/locations" data-vars-content-id="371194c6-8168-4bbc-9341-e734e85d8417" data-vars-headline="Old Scratch Pizza and baseball a perfect combo" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.oldscratchpizza.com/locations" target="_blank">Old Scratch Pizza &amp; Beer</a>.

Scoop: NASA talks about mission-critical role of Mason's Rocketdyne

Rocketdyne supports projects like Mars rovers, launch vehicles and NASA's Artemis Moon missions.

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<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Southwest Ohio helped put Americans" data-vars-click-url="https://ohiomemory.ohiohistory.org/archives/5764" data-vars-content-id="089efd78-06ba-48e7-bfc4-7b9004c9c5f3" data-vars-headline="Scoop: NASA talks about mission-critical role of Mason&#x27;s Rocketdyne" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://ohiomemory.ohiohistory.org/archives/5764" target="_blank">Southwest Ohio helped put Americans</a> on the Moon. Now, technology developed by Mason-based Rocketdyne could help power humanity&#x27;s first nuclear-fueled journey toward Mars.Why it matters: NASA sees Rocketdyne and its roughly 350-person Mason workforce as important players in the next era of American space exploration.

The Buc-ee's trademark fight isn't as simple as it looks

A patent and trademark attorney explains what could determine the dispute's outcome.

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="trademark fight" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cincinnati/2026/08/06/cincy-shirts-beavers-mini-mart-bucees-trademark-lawsuit-ohio" data-vars-content-id="c437da22-71df-4d4b-b421-351b54467ba8" data-vars-headline="The Buc-ee&#x27;s trademark fight isn&#x27;t as simple as it looks" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cincinnati/2026/08/06/cincy-shirts-beavers-mini-mart-bucees-trademark-lawsuit-ohio" target="_self">trademark fight</a> between Buc-ee&#x27;s and Beaver&#x27;s Mini Mart may look like a dispute over two smiling beavers. Legally, there&#x27;s a lot more to it.Why it matters: Trademark cases aren&#x27;t decided simply by comparing two logos. <ul><li>The key question is whether consumers could be confused into thinking the businesses are connected.</li></ul>

Golden Lamb celebrates a century of family stewardship

Ohio's oldest hotel opened in 1803 and celebrates an anniversary this year.

Some anniversaries celebrate a place. This one celebrates the people who&#x27;ve kept it going.Why it matters: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The Golden Lamb" data-vars-click-url="https://www.goldenlamb.com/#view-1" data-vars-content-id="d0bfe4bc-38d3-4b73-b5c7-d417232ea8b1" data-vars-headline="Golden Lamb celebrates a century of family stewardship" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.goldenlamb.com/#view-1" target="_blank">The Golden Lamb</a> is Ohio&#x27;s oldest continuously operating hotel and restaurant, having welcomed guests since 1803.

Cincy Shirts backs Beaver's Mini Mart in Buc-ee's trademark fight

T-shirt sales will help fund the Ohio store's legal defense.

A trademark dispute between a small Dayton-area convenience store and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Buc-ee&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/columbus/2026/04/09/bucees-store-huber-heights-ohio-open" data-vars-content-id="a74180c9-469c-4c6b-a02f-c8e8cf969716" data-vars-headline="Cincy Shirts backs Beaver&#x27;s Mini Mart in Buc-ee&#x27;s trademark fight" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/columbus/2026/04/09/bucees-store-huber-heights-ohio-open" target="_self">Buc-ee&#x27;s</a> is drawing national attention — and now Cincy Shirts is turning it into a fundraiser.The backstory: Texas-based Buc-ee&#x27;s has built a reputation for aggressively defending its trademarks, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="filing lawsuits" data-vars-click-url="https://www.forbes.com/sites/rogerdooley/2026/07/10/buc-ees-beaver-is-fighting-a-moose-this-could-bite-its-brand/" data-vars-content-id="a74180c9-469c-4c6b-a02f-c8e8cf969716" data-vars-headline="Cincy Shirts backs Beaver&#x27;s Mini Mart in Buc-ee&#x27;s trademark fight" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/rogerdooley/2026/07/10/buc-ees-beaver-is-fighting-a-moose-this-could-bite-its-brand/" target="_blank">filing lawsuits</a> against businesses it says use confusingly similar names, logos or branding that feature beavers and other cartoon mascots.

Zverev: Cincinnati Open now has the "best" facilities

The top-seeded German says the $260 million renovation pushed the tournament from worst to best on tour.

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German tennis star Alexander Zverev barely recognizes the Cincinnati Open venue where he won it all in 2021.Why it matters: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Last year&#x27;s $260 million facelift" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/north-of-cincy/2026/07/08/cincinnati-open-lindner-family-tennis-center-tournament-mason" data-vars-content-id="301fdd64-3292-4a9e-8093-194cf2956407" data-vars-headline="Zverev: Cincinnati Open now has the &quot;best&quot; facilities" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/north-of-cincy/2026/07/08/cincinnati-open-lindner-family-tennis-center-tournament-mason" target="_self">Last year&#x27;s $260 million facelift</a> transformed the Mason tennis complex, allowing the tournament to expand to two weeks and securing its long-term future in the region.

Coming home easier now for tennis pro Peyton Stearns

Stearns discusses returning to Mason for the Cincy Open.

For Peyton Stearns, coming home for the Cincinnati Open means family, friends, familiar restaurants — and quality time with Peebles, her 2-year-old Maltipoo.Yes, but: The world No. 57 had to learn how to balance all that with the reason she&#x27;s home in the first place: tennis.

Mason's Gogineni prepares for Cincinnati Open debut

Vignesh Gogineni has played on these courts and attended the tournament since he was a kid.

Vignesh Gogineni spent past summers at the Cincinnati Open hitting balls as a practice partner with the likes of Novak Djokovic and reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz.Now the 22-year-old Mason native gets his own spot on the court.Why it matters: Gogineni will <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="make his professional tour debut Tuesday" data-vars-click-url="https://cincinnatiopen.com/score-center/draws/" data-vars-content-id="8d57b668-bfee-4f95-a01f-f58f9e74fac6" data-vars-headline="Mason&#x27;s Gogineni prepares for Cincinnati Open debut" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://cincinnatiopen.com/score-center/draws/" target="_blank">make his professional tour debut Tuesday</a>, chasing his pro tennis dream in the hometown where it started.

See how the Tennis Center comes to life for the Cincinnati Open

Every July, a team turns the sprawling grounds in Mason into a world-class venue for tennis.

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Cincinnati Open Sporting Club" data-vars-click-url="https://cincyopensportingclub.com/" data-vars-content-id="1413e68b-b1bc-4109-9899-32b8b6625a7f" data-vars-headline="See how the Tennis Center comes to life for the Cincinnati Open" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://cincyopensportingclub.com/" target="_blank">Cincinnati Open Sporting Club</a> and the rest of the Lindner Family Tennis Center campus is about to change almost everything except its address.Why it matters: Starting July 19, the Mason facility closes to the public for about a month while crews entirely remake the campus for the annual <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Cincinnati Open" data-vars-click-url="https://gotickets.com/cincinnati-open?region=26&amp;fv=1&amp;venue=2575&amp;fv=1&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_source=google&amp;tid=aud-2281692811619:kwd-11694742840&amp;agid=197153228346&amp;cid=23081319770&amp;int=1023626&amp;pres=9015635&amp;network=g&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=23081319770&amp;gbraid=0AAAAAqsaoURkLhvWUVbRGcFxWwYnM3Pb7&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwmJjSBhB-EiwAkZgxi68Pu5VHwDCNokSvWEBNZP_5-iRhQlmkUfI5rwdaQHKhoaA5jk4MMxoCsokQAvD_BwE" data-vars-content-id="1413e68b-b1bc-4109-9899-32b8b6625a7f" data-vars-headline="See how the Tennis Center comes to life for the Cincinnati Open" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://gotickets.com/cincinnati-open?region=26&amp;fv=1&amp;venue=2575&amp;fv=1&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_source=google&amp;tid=aud-2281692811619:kwd-11694742840&amp;agid=197153228346&amp;cid=23081319770&amp;int=1023626&amp;pres=9015635&amp;network=g&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=23081319770&amp;gbraid=0AAAAAqsaoURkLhvWUVbRGcFxWwYnM3Pb7&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwmJjSBhB-EiwAkZgxi68Pu5VHwDCNokSvWEBNZP_5-iRhQlmkUfI5rwdaQHKhoaA5jk4MMxoCsokQAvD_BwE" target="_blank">Cincinnati Open</a> (Aug. 11-23).

These bridges have an appetite for trucks

Madisonville's "can opener" bridge has been struck by vehicles dozens of times since 2018.

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Two low-slung railroad bridges have long vexed drivers, becoming <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="social media fodder" data-vars-click-url="https://www.reddit.com/r/cincinnati/comments/1vfc9q2/the_second_can_opener_in_madisonville_about_a/" data-vars-content-id="5525304f-46da-47d0-8d34-0c63539d6d70" data-vars-headline="These bridges have an appetite for trucks" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.reddit.com/r/cincinnati/comments/1vfc9q2/the_second_can_opener_in_madisonville_about_a/" target="_blank">social media fodder</a> for peeling the tops off trucks.

Why some Cincinnati power outages take longer to fix

Last week's storm knocked out power to 274,000 Duke customers and exposed how complicated getting everyone back online can be.

The powerful <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="storm" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cincinnati/2026/08/06/green-cincinnati-plan-climate-change-flood" data-vars-content-id="2f9ae41e-e8c6-4f7a-a2fc-153447eda575" data-vars-headline="Why some Cincinnati power outages take longer to fix" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cincinnati/2026/08/06/green-cincinnati-plan-climate-change-flood" target="_self">storm</a> that ripped through Greater Cincinnati last week offered the latest test of how Duke Energy prepares for severe weather — and what happens when Mother Nature overwhelms those plans.Why it matters: The &quot;devastating&quot; storm knocked out power to more than 274,000 customers, making it one of the region&#x27;s most significant storms in the past decade, Duke spokesperson John Juech tells Axios.

Mason's Rocketdyne blasts off on its own

"If you want to see data and images coming off Mars, you can thank the team here in Mason," CEO Kristin Houston told Axios.

Rocketdyne, formerly L3Harris&#x27; space propulsion business, is once again operating as an independent company and says its Mason campus will remain at the center of its future growth.Why it matters: The split isn&#x27;t expected to mean layoffs or a smaller local footprint, Rocketdyne&#x27;s new CEO Kristin Houston told Axios on Monday during her visit to Mason.

Cincy Zoo gorilla to become first-time mom at 30

Chewie's first pregnancy is a win for both the zoo and global conservation efforts.

Chewie the gorilla has spent years helping hold her troop together at the Cincinnati Zoo. Now, at 30, she&#x27;s preparing for the one role she&#x27;s never had before: mom.Why it matters: Every western lowland gorilla birth is significant because the species is critically endangered in the wild, making Chewie&#x27;s first pregnancy a win for both the Cincinnati Zoo and global conservation efforts.

Tennis Center's basketball debut showcases year-round potential

Local leaders want to boost tourism and propose having the center host car shows and concerts.

The hardwood court arriving at the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Lindner Family Tennis Center" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/north-of-cincy/2026/07/08/cincinnati-open-lindner-family-tennis-center-tournament-mason" data-vars-content-id="0f1c8309-a502-4a43-b515-83e1e3e2747a" data-vars-headline="Tennis Center&#x27;s basketball debut showcases year-round potential" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/north-of-cincy/2026/07/08/cincinnati-open-lindner-family-tennis-center-tournament-mason" target="_self">Lindner Family Tennis Center</a> this fall won&#x27;t be there for long, but Warren County leaders hope the message it sends lasts all year.Why it matters: October&#x27;s outdoor <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="CareSource Invitational" data-vars-click-url="https://goxavier.com/news/2026/7/9/mens-basketball-xavier-will-be-part-of-an-outdoor-college-basketball-doubleheader-at-the-lindner-family-tennis-center" data-vars-content-id="0f1c8309-a502-4a43-b515-83e1e3e2747a" data-vars-headline="Tennis Center&#x27;s basketball debut showcases year-round potential" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://goxavier.com/news/2026/7/9/mens-basketball-xavier-will-be-part-of-an-outdoor-college-basketball-doubleheader-at-the-lindner-family-tennis-center" target="_blank">CareSource Invitational</a> is the first proof the venue&#x27;s $260 million transformation can drive year-round tourism beyond the Cincinnati Open.

Charm at the Farm returns to Lebanon this weekend

The seasonal event at the 56-acre farm includes a craft market featuring over 100 local vendors.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Charm at the Farm" data-vars-click-url="https://charmatthefarm.com/" data-vars-content-id="487a4bfe-1b88-44fb-8d60-40d4e01915b0" data-vars-headline="Charm at the Farm returns to Lebanon this weekend" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://charmatthefarm.com/" target="_blank">Charm at the Farm</a> returns this weekend, bringing thousands of shoppers to a 56-acre Lebanon farm for a fall-leaning weekend of good, old-fashioned fun.Why it matters: The market doubles as a showcase for small businesses and a form of agritourism that keeps farmland in use while giving back to local nonprofits.

Cincinnati Open: A guide to tickets, food, parking and more

Here's what to know before heading to the tournament.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The Cincinnati Open" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/north-of-cincy/2026/07/08/cincinnati-open-lindner-family-tennis-center-tournament-mason" data-vars-content-id="c9124d28-568c-48cb-9daf-0efb7cc12c4e" data-vars-headline="Cincinnati Open: A guide to tickets, food, parking and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/north-of-cincy/2026/07/08/cincinnati-open-lindner-family-tennis-center-tournament-mason" target="_self">The Cincinnati Open</a> kicks off Tuesday and has plenty of restaurants, bars and fan spaces to enjoy (alongside world-class tennis), but that means things can get pricey.💰 State of pay: Whether you&#x27;re going for a single match or spending all day on the grounds, here&#x27;s what to know.

August gives Cincinnati stargazers lots to watch

Local astronomer Dean Regas gives tips and tips for local skywatchers.

The Perseid meteor shower will send shooting stars across Cincinnati&#x27;s skies late Wednesday into Thursday morning, one of several major astronomical events happening this month.

Casey tries: The Cracked Pot in Middletown

Review: This unassuming spot on Central Avenue is well worth the weekend wait.

I&#x27;ve had <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The Cracked Pot" data-vars-click-url="https://thecrackedpot.coffee/" data-vars-content-id="4d1e0a4e-2aed-4fcf-9da0-cef01c945c4a" data-vars-headline="Casey tries: The Cracked Pot in Middletown" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://thecrackedpot.coffee/" target="_blank">The Cracked Pot</a> on my radar since moving to the &#x27;burbs about a year ago, and finally made it to the converted Middletown home to try the famous crepes and oversized omelets.State of play: This place epitomizes a hole-in-the-wall breakfast spot — good value, big portions and a space worthy of the wait you&#x27;ll probably face on weekends.

Warren County Fair returns to its roots

Teams spent the spring prepping the fairgrounds for the 176-year-old tradition.

The Warren County Fair returns this week with carnival rides, corn dogs and a full-on rodeo as new leadership tries to make the 176-year-old tradition feel like the &quot;Warren County Fair&quot; again.Why it matters: It&#x27;s been a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="bumpy financial year" data-vars-click-url="https://www.daytondailynews.com/local/commissioners-ok-warren-county-fair-beer-license-but-demand-financial-answers/article_1250bc71-57e1-58ef-9a05-dcf56909b974.html" data-vars-content-id="ec386963-a24b-45aa-b0af-c945f1c5fb0f" data-vars-headline="Warren County Fair returns to its roots" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.daytondailynews.com/local/commissioners-ok-warren-county-fair-beer-license-but-demand-financial-answers/article_1250bc71-57e1-58ef-9a05-dcf56909b974.html" target="_blank">bumpy financial year</a> for the nonprofit organizing board, which sees this fair as a chance to get back on track.

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