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The Eagle is following diners to the suburbs

A new Deerfield location shows its ownership group is taking its urban-born restaurants closer to the 'burbs.

Business

The Eagle is flying north and its newest nest in Deerfield Township says something about how the region is growing.Why it matters: Warren County has added <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="many new residents" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cincinnati/2026/09/15/warren-county-population-growth-townships" data-vars-content-id="f07d229a-c467-4b3a-96fd-0a2b324fa78a" data-vars-headline="The Eagle is following diners to the suburbs" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cincinnati/2026/09/15/warren-county-population-growth-townships" target="_self">many new residents</a> in recent years, and the Cincinnati-based restaurant chain is following customers into suburban hubs.

2027 MLS NEXT Cup coming to Greater Cincinnati next year

The weeklong, 350-team tournament is expected to generate millions in economic impact.

Sports

Greater Cincinnati will host one of the country&#x27;s largest youth soccer tournaments next summer, bringing 650 teams to the region for the 2027 MLS NEXT Cup.Why it matters: The weeklong event is expected to generate about $30 million in economic impact and 50,000 hotel room nights, according to the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Cincinnati Regional Sports Commission" data-vars-click-url="https://www.visitcincy.com/cincysports/" data-vars-content-id="05af0b6d-1298-415f-9d5d-fd22077fca56" data-vars-headline="2027 MLS NEXT Cup coming to Greater Cincinnati next year" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.visitcincy.com/cincysports/" target="_blank">Cincinnati Regional Sports Commission</a>.

Warren County views airport as sky-high opportunity

Warren County Commissioner Dave Young views the Lebanon airport as offering untapped opportunities to attract jobs and business to the region.

Development

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Warren County Airport" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/north-of-cincy/2026/08/27/warren-county-airport-fest-event-2026-hours" data-vars-content-id="f76a4504-de20-499a-a435-d10d352355ff" data-vars-headline="Warren County views airport as sky-high opportunity" 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/2026/08/27/warren-county-airport-fest-event-2026-hours" target="_self">Warren County Airport</a> is growing fast, but officials say more parking and a longer runway could unlock more business and visitor traffic.Why it matters: County leaders see the airport as a tool to lure companies, corporate travelers and tourists, creating more sources of local revenue.

Airport Fest shows why Warren County Airport is taking off

The one-day event offers plane and helicopter rides along with other entertainment.

News

Thousands will head to Warren County Airport Sept. 19 for an up-close look at an airport many residents are just discovering.Why it matters: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Airport Fest" data-vars-click-url="https://www.warrencountyair.com/airportfest" data-vars-content-id="48ae51aa-d0b4-4027-81d2-68c073c7417f" data-vars-headline="Airport Fest shows why Warren County Airport is taking off" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.warrencountyair.com/airportfest" target="_blank">Airport Fest</a> combines a family day out with a chance to showcase an airport that has become a growing business and community asset.

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>

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.

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>

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.

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.

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.

Aerospace

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.

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.

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2027 MLS NEXT Cup coming to Greater Cincinnati next year

Warren County views airport as sky-high opportunity

Mayor Pureval cheers on downtown, regional growth

Airport Fest shows why Warren County Airport is taking off

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