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Come Have Coffee with the Lanni Bothers
Two guys Two guys from Hamilton, Ohio. And a whole lot of hustle. This week on Come Have Coffee with Michelle, I’m sitting down with Joe and John Lanni of Thunderdome Restaurant Group — and we’re doing it in the heart of OTR at Bakerfield. Yes… with...
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Butler Philharmonic hosting spring concerts throughout the county
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Movies and TV shows casting in Dayton
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures attention starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey.
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Improving aquatic habitat at Possum Creek MetroPark
Fishing at Possum Creek MetroPark is transitioning toward more sustainable practices, to improve fishing opportunities by enhancing aquatic habitat. Rainbow trout were last stocked in March 2023, while catfish have not been stocked since 2022. In fall 2023, MetroParks hired a contractor to survey fish populations. Survey methods included vertical...
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The Ohio Pie Stop That Built Its Name On Perfect Crusts
A small bakery in Dayton, Ohio, has people willingly driving more than an hour just for a single slice of pie, and somehow that still does not feel like an overstatement. The crust has built a loyal following all by itself, and the lineup ranges from classic fruit pies to a Buckeye pie that sounds almost unfairly tempting.
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The Most Nostalgic Ice Cream Experience In Ohio Is Being Served Out Of This Beloved Little Corner Shop
Step inside Old Milford Parlor and prepare for a full-on blast from the past. This little corner shop in Milford isn’t just about ice cream — it’s about memories you didn’t even know you had. Checkerboard floors, glass soda fountains, and the kind of sundaes that make you pause mid-bite all combine to transport you straight back to childhood.
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Bellbrook Marching Eagles throw ‘CAUTION’ to the wind
BELLBROOK, Ohio — The Bellbrook High School (BHS) Marching Eagles completed a highly successful season in Nov. 2025. The band featured 61 wind, percussion and color guard members, led by drum majors Sophie North and Andrew Grissom. The Marching Eagles’ 2025 show, “CAUTION,” focused on exploring boundaries and pushing...
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Review: Singin’ in the Rain at La Comedia Dinner Theatre
A "Downpour of Talent": Why La Comedia’s Singin’ in the Rain is a Must-See Visual Masterpiece—Mike Woody reviews Singin’ in the Rain at La Comedia Dinner Theatre in Springboro, showing now thru March 27. Why You Should "Grab an Umbrella" and Catch Singin’ in the Rain ☔🎶
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7 Brew Coffee drive-thru opens on Springboro Pike
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- 7 Brew Coffee, a drive-thru beverage stand, opened their new location at 310 North Springboro Pike on Wednesday and celebrated with a special gift. 7 Brew says that Ohioans can try over 20,000 unique drink combinations at their stand, including coffees, energy drinks, smoothies, shakes, teas, and more.
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UC's dance team went TikTok viral. Now, it's going to worlds
All eyes were on the University of Cincinnati dance team during its electric hip-hop routine at the 2026 Universal Dance Association College Dance Team National Championship in January. The Bearcats pulled out all the stops, from difficult dance moves to a music mashup and, most importantly, their jaw-dropping light-up shirts , which partially led to their virality and a third-place finish. "The formations!! The tricks, the DANCE moves, the difficulty, the shirts changing colors, the music/mix, 10/10. A first place routine if you ask me," a TikTok user commented. Multiple videos of the squad had over 1 million views. The Bearcats first learned their hip-hop routine, which GRV, a Los Angeles-based dance crew, helped choreograph, in October 2025. But the light-up shirts became a work in progress shortly before the team left for nationals, head coach Courtney Dang, who was part of the UC dance team herself from 2013 to 2017 , said. The origin story of the viral light-up shirts Making the light-up shirts was anything but easy. It took a lot of craft nights, engineering and some love from parents. Originally, the shirts were supposed to have a hockey puck-shaped light, with Dang describing the initial look as
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Cincinnati's 5 Best Fried Chicken Restaurants To Satisfy Your Cravings
When you think of the best fried chicken spots, the South may be the first region that comes to mind. But in the Midwest, you'll find an unexpected food haven. Cincinnati brings together Southern flair and Midwestern charm to cook up delicious fried chicken. One of the best ways to explore a new city is to eat your way through it, and Cincinnati is a great place for that, ranked as one of the most affordable, entertaining destinations of 2025.
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Lawrenceburg's Newest Restaurant Taking Reservations
Giulietta's is located on Short Street. Giulietta's on Short Street in Lawrenceburg. Photo by Travis Thayer, Eagle Country 99.3. (Lawrenceburg, Ind.) - Lawrenceburg’s newest restaurant is now taking reservations. On Tuesday, Giulietta’s will open their doors for their first evening of service. Inspired by Verona, Italy, the restaurant...
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Atlanta-based burger chain looking to open in Dayton
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A restaurant with ties to ex-NFL quarterback Drew Brees is planning to open in the Miami Valley. A spokesperson for Small Sliders confirmed to WDTN.com that the chain is “targeting Dayton and the surrounding areas” for expanding. According to the chain’s franchising website, the company locations are “modular cans,” which are […]
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Best Restaurants No. 3: Sotto
There’s nothing quite like Sotto, the Boca Restaurant Group’s pasta-forward speakeasy. Getting there is an adventure. It’s easy to overlook and difficult to find if you don’t already know the way, but beside Boca’s red door, a staircase leads below street level. Sotto lies down those steps, and there are a lot of steps, which gives you the perfect excuse to indulge with less guilt when you arrive.
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Crab Cake Invasion: Maryland Flava Trailer Targets Cincinnati Streets
Maryland-style crab cakes are gearing up to crash Cincinnati’s spring food scene, courtesy of Maryland Flava, a new food trailer built around Old Bay-spiked sandwiches and East Coast seafood staples. Owner Dionne Gaddy plans to roll out a mobile menu of crab cakes, fried shrimp and other DMV-inspired classics for Queen City streets.
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Chef Casey Hopkins turns Longfellow’s kitchen into center stage
When Chef Casey Hopkins appeared on my laptop screen via FaceTime, she had just gotten home from a Thursday shift at Longfellow. She was wearing a popular merch item from the bar – a gray sweatshirt emblazoned with a four-eyed, winking red cocktail – and she had her two little dumplings running amok in the background.