Harold – or as his friends know him, ‘Sandy’ – Cohen disappeared on July 5, 1986. The Covington business owner served on Covington’s Board of Commissioners from 1982 to 1985. Less than a week after his disappearance, Cohen’s friends found his body near an Amtrak station in Cincinnati’s Lower Price Hill neighborhood. Now, nearly 40 […]
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Newport refines mural ordinance including rules for projected art
Newport officials are updating the city’s mural ordinance, introducing rules for projected art and reaffirming limits on where murals can appear. The revisions were first presented to the Newport Historic Preservation Commission, which included components of public input. Newport City Manager John Hayden said the city feels like this ordinance balances the concerns that people […]
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Call for artists: Baker Hunt seek submissions for art show
Calling all regional artists. Now through Aug. 13, Baker Hunt is issuing a call for regional artists to submit 2D artwork for display at the upcoming DBL Law Art Show. Artists are asked to select a theme that best describes their work and why. Themes are open to interpretation and include local scene, portraits/identity, water, […]
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Alice in Wonderland-themed fundraiser comes to Baker Hunt
The Baker Hunt Art and Cultural Center, an arts education organization in Covington, will host an Alice in Wonderland-themed fundraiser in October to raise money for the organization’s outreach programs. Called “Twilight in Wonderland,” the event promises “a night of immersive entertainment, delightful bites and unforgettable moments—all in support of bringing art to all,” according […]
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Mammoth Festival launches new music series at New Riff’s Aquifer
Mammoth Music and Arts Festival, Northern Kentucky’s free music festival,announced its new “MAMMOTH Music Series.” The music series will feature a lineup of local acoustic artists in an effort to create buzz to celebrate the festival’s return this October. Mammoth Music and Arts Festival transforms 6th Street in Newport between Monmouth & Saratoga streets into […]
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Tacos and Tequila Festival comes to Y’alls Stadium in October
The Tacos and Tequila Festival is coming to the Florence Y’alls Stadium in October. This 21 and over only event will see hip hop musical performances from Lil Jon, Bow Wow and Soulja Boy, among others. Other festivities include craft margaritas, tacos from a variety of vendors, tequila shot bars, lucha libre wrestling, an exotic […]
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Purple Paisley: A place for local artists to create success
The owner of Purple Paisley Local Artisan Shop said that her shop helps local artists by “giving them a place to help create their success.” Purple Paisley opened in 2019, right before the COVID lockdowns, but Loretta Helfrich and her team stuck it out, and they will be celebrating their fifth anniversary this year. Right […]
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Unlock the Block in Latonia set for this weekend
The Unlock the Block Community Festival is set for this Saturday in Katie O’Donnell Alleyway (behind Bard’s Burgers and Chili) in Latonia. Billie Mocabee-Kegley, a local business owner, said the event was aimed at “showcasing what Latonia is and what potentially she could be.” The event will feature live music, food, showcases of local businesses […]
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‘Art After Hours’ returns to Campbell County Library with 16 regional artists
Art After Hours is returning to the Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch of the Campbell County Public Library. The event returns on July 25, from 7 to 9 p.m., featuring 16 regional artists showcasing a diverse array of artwork. Community members can spend time listening to music provided by RICKY NYE INC while exploring different artists’ work […]
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BLINK announces 2026 dates, deadline for artists to apply
It may feel like a long way away, but Cincinnati’s favorite light and art festival will return before you know it. The leadership team behind BLINK announced Tuesday it will return to the Tri-State Oct. 8-11, 2026. They’ve also opened their call to artists, inviting those locally, nationally and internationally to submit their installation, mural […]
