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Catch the 150th Kentucky Derby in style at these Cincinnati-area watch parties
It's nearly here: The 150th Kentucky Derby is racing toward us this Saturday, May 4. Whether you've placed bets on this year's race or you're just looking for an excuse to spend time with friends, the Derby is on pretty much everyone's watchlist. You don't have to attend the race in person to experience all the excitement and fanfare surrounding Derby Day.
Flying Pig planner: Wet start to weekend but looking clear for full, half marathons
CINCINNATI — The rain rolled in overnight and will linger through around 8 a.m., with the final sprinkles fading by 10 a.m. Rainfall totals will be less than 0.5" across the area. Enjoy a comfortable afternoon with temperatures that top out in the low-to-mid-70s. This is the coolest day...
Flying Pig runners add new challenge to miles and hills — the heat
CINCINNATI — As the Flying Pig Marathon approaches, the only dark cloud hanging over the start is the sun. The heat is expected to be a factor for many runners. “It's looking like it's going to be a little bit of a warmer marathon,” said Jack Randall. “Whether you're up front in the race or just trying to finish. I think you can take some solace in the fact that everybody's pushing through the same obstacle.”
'Put the guns down, pick the ball up': Basketball tournament this Saturday
A group of students at Dater and West high schools are hoping to divert some of their classmates away from violence, at least for one day. This Saturday's three-on-three basketball tournament asks for participants to "put the guns down, pick the ball up." Last year, a record number of teens...
Belle of Cincinnati breaks Belle of Louisville's 4-year winning streak in Great Steamboat Race
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — It was a long and hard-fought battle between the Belle of Louisville and Cincinnati at this year's Great Steamboat Race. Looking to defend its four-year winning streak, the Belle of Louisville kept it close with the Belle of Cincinnati for the start. Unfortunately, in the end,...
Vote: Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky high school athlete of the week, April 29
It's time to vote for the Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Athlete of the Week for the week ending April 28. Melanie Laughman Brendan Connelly James Weber Alex Harrison. Voting is open for the next Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Athlete of the Week ballotof the 2023-2024 high school sports year for activity through April 28.
Bull's-eye! A map of axe-throwing venues in Cincinnati 🎯🪓
Have you ever feared you're becoming a boring person? We've all been there. But what if you became an expert axe-thrower? Or, heck, even a passable novice axe-thrower!? That could surely do some positive damage to your street cred, right?. If you're looking to hone your axe-throwing skills – or...
Cincinnati woman to run Flying Pig Marathon after recovering from spinal fusion
CINCINNATI — A Cincinnati woman is getting ready to run in the Flying Pig Marathon this weekend after overcoming serious injuries. Lauralee Wheat was recovering from two back surgeries after a horrible car crash in 2015. Last year, despite medical odds, Wheat ran the full Flying Pig Marathon in...
Cincinnati Baseball defying odds during first year in Big 12
CINCINNATI — The Cincinnati Bearcats baseball team is defying expectations. Competing in the Big 12 for the first time this season, UC was picked in the preseason poll to finish in last place. With only three conference series left in the regular season, Cincinnati is in the top half of the conference and competing for an NCAA Regional berth.
Two runners from Ukraine arrive in Cincinnati for Flying Pig Marathon
CINCINNATI — Two participants in this weekend's Flying Pig Marathon just arrived in town from the other side of the world. They gave another presentation before the mayor and city council. Part of their mission goes far beyond running the marathon. Two marathon runners arrived in Cincinnati from Kharkiv,...
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