Feb 19 – Mar 4, 2025

Feb 19 - Mar 4, 2025 / Vol. 28 / No. 31

Caffé Vivace Joins Midwest Jazz Collective

Cincinnati is no stranger to jazz. Once called a “hotbed” for jazz musicians, the city has a rich history of attracting jazz talent and preserving the cultural significance of jazz music. The Midwest Jazz Collective, a cooperative of jazz clubs throughout the Midwest, intends to preserve and advance “the great American art form that is…

The Spectacular Fantastic Returns with New Album ‘Fantasy Clouds’

Cincinnati musician Mike Detmer has returned with the release of Fantasy Clouds, the new album by his band, The Spectacular Fantastic. This album carries the signature dreamy rock sound the band has become known for over the past few decades. Between rock lullaby intro track “Greed” and the flowy, ’70s-inspired “Vacant” and “Don’t Worry,” it’s…

It’s a Healthcare-nomenon: SofaBurn Inc. is Making Health Care Affordable for Greater Cincinnati Artists

In the heart of Dayton, Kentucky’s Historic District, tucked inconspicuously between a salon and a chiropractor’s office, sits SofaBurn Records, an independent record label founded by Chris Mueller. The label boasts an impressive roster of over 20 artists. From Kentucky-based country musician Jeremy Pinnell to Swedish blues-rock band Black River Delta, SofaBurn is non-genre specific…

Best Testosterone Booster in 2025 to Increase T Levels

A balanced testosterone level is key to optimal health and fitness, offering benefits like improved muscle gains, strength, mood, and energy levels. Many times, bodybuilders, fitness enthusiasts, and older men seek natural ways to enhance their testosterone levels for better overall well-being. However, finding the right testosterone booster could be a trial-and-error process, as what…

New Documentary Explores Legacy of King Records

A new documentary exploring the impact and legacy of King Records, one of Cincinnati’s most significant contributions to popular culture, was chosen for PBS Open Call for Emerging Filmmakers. The film debuts Friday, March 9, at the Woodward Theater as part of the Over-the-Rhine International Film Festival. The showing will be followed by a dance…

Under Cover Book Club: March 2025 Book Reviews

CityBeat is partnering with Under Cover Book Club on a book-based scavenger hunt in Cincinnati. Every month, the Under Cover Book Club will hide books around the city for you to find with clues posted on social media and CityBeat will publish short reviews of those books to give you a taste of what’s to come. These…

Factory 52 to Host St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

Factory 52 in Norwood is ‘Dublin’ the St. Patrick’s Day fun with a special dog- and kid-friendly event this March. The mixed-use entertainment center will host its Sham Rock & Roll celebration on Saturday, March 15 from noon to 10 p.m. Guests can expect dog-friendly activities, live music and festive fun for all ages. The…

Ohio State University is Closing its Office of Diversity and Inclusion

Ohio State President Ted Carter announced the changes during Thursday’s University Senate meeting. Friday is the deadline for schools to comply with the U.S. Department of Education’s Dear Colleague letter that threatened to rescind federal funds for schools that use race-conscious practices in admissions, programming, training, hiring, scholarships and other aspects of student life. “The…

Ohio Parents of Kids with Special Needs Demand Preservation of U.S. Department of Education

Parents from Ohio, Pennsylvania, Arizona, and Oklahoma used words like “brilliant,” “wonderful,” “hilarious” and “beautiful” to describe their kids. It’s those traits the moms and dads will do anything to preserve, even as they worry about the future education of their children, who have diagnoses such as autism and Down syndrome. The parents, and special…

Privee on Elm Provides a New Take on Upscale Cocktails

The newest take on an upscale cocktail bar has landed in Over-the-Rhine. Located at 1905 Elm St., Privee on Elm is set to open Saturday, March 1. The new joint has a prime location, set just north of Findlay Market but near other Cincinnati hotspots like Rhinegeist Brewery and Northern Row. Privee has set out…

Best Cannabis Seed Companies to Buy Cannabis Seeds Online

Thinking of growing your own cannabis but not sure where to start? Finding a reliable seed bank with high-quality genetics can make all the difference in your growing success. With so many seed companies out there, it can be overwhelming to choose the best one. That’s why we’ve put together a list of the top…

Cincinnati Burlesque Festival Returns for Second Year

A Cincinnati festival dedicated to the art of burlesque returns this spring. The second-annual Queen of the West Burlesque Festival is happening at Memorial Hall from Friday through Sunday, March 28-30. This local, community-driven festival celebrates burlesque, movement and expression and will kick off with a Welcome Mixer on Friday, complete with a pop-up show…

How Consulting Services Improve Your Chances of Getting Into Medical School

Getting accepted to medical school is one of the most challenging things you need to do to become a doctor. But it’s not just about having top grades or nailing the MCAT—although those are undeniably important. You’re competing against thousands of driven, accomplished applicants. You’re all vying for a small number of coveted spots. This…

Wawa Announces Opening Date of First Greater Cincinnati Location

Greater Cincinnati — and Ohio, for that matter — will soon have its very first Wawa. On Wednesday, Wawa announced it would officially open its first-ever Ohio Wawa location on the retailer’s 61st anniversary, April 16, also known as “Wawa Day” by associates and customers. The store will be located in Liberty Township at 7198…

Ohio Power Giants Push Back on Energy Overhaul Bill

Ohio lawmakers are mulling broad changes to the state’s energy system to encourage new power generation facilities. The Ohio House and Senate versions of the bills eliminate long-criticized coal plant subsidies and so-called “electric security plans” which allow utilities to charge customers for system upgrades and basic upkeep like trimming trees near power lines. But…

UC President Calls ‘Biological’ Bathroom Signs an ‘Error,’ Promises to Keep DEI Programs For Now

Hundreds of University of Cincinnati students, faculty, staff and community members gathered early Tuesday morning to protest the university’s rollback of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) programs, as well as new “biological” bathroom signs on campus. Protesters with signs saying “WE SEE. DO U.C?” and “DO NOT COMPLY IN ADVANCE” surrounded the university’s Teachers-Dyer Complex…

Covington Distillery Wins Two Prestigious World Whiskies Awards

A local distillery won two big titles at this year’s World Whiskies Awards. The prestigious awards are organized by Whisky Magazine and celebrate excellence in whisky production across the world. The ceremony was held at the historic Brown Hotel in Louisville last week, and Covington’s Wenzel Distillery was awarded Best Kentucky Finished Bourbon and World’s…

The Future of Your Friends List: AI Influencers Dominate the Digital World

Everything from facial recognition and language translation to advertising and transportation, there is no denying that the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is just a wave, particularly when this technology continues to blend into one’s everyday life. While AI is changing how individuals work, ride, and communicate, it further reimagines social media and how people…

Contemporary South Asian Art Exhibition Opens at the Cincinnati Art Museum

Influenced by historical poetry and literature from South Asia, Central Asia and Iran, Shahzia Sikander reimagines history through a contemporary lens in the artwork presented in the Shahzia Sikander: Collective Behavior exhibit at the Cincinnati Art Museum and Cleveland Museum of Art. Sikander is an internationally renowned artist born in Lahore, Pakistan, in 1969. Sikander’s…

Northern Kentucky Launches Initiative to Bring Business Back to Cities Impacted by Big Mac Bridge Closure

A group of Northern Kentucky cities, businesses and organizations are launching a community-wide initiative to revive businesses impacted by the closure of the Daniel Carter Beard (Big Mac) Bridge. The “Bridging Back Business” initiative runs from Feb. 24 to March 15 and features businesses and restaurants in Covington, Newport, Bellevue, Dayton and Ft. Thomas that…

Ohio Medical Professionals Express Outrage, Opposition to Medicaid Work Requirement Proposal

Ohio medical professionals are worried about proposed work requirements for Medicaid, fearing that, if implemented, they would place barriers to care for patients who need it most, emails obtained and interviews conducted by the Ohio Capital Journal show. Ohio’s 2023 budget requires the state Medicaid department to reapply with the federal government under the Trump…

No Swiping, Just Mingling – My Experience at a Date Cincy Event

I’ve not once downloaded a dating app. Instead, and perhaps stubbornly, I’ve chosen to believe in fate. But having been back in Cincinnati for nearly nine months post-graduation and still date-less, I recently decided that if I wasn’t going to push “Install,” I’d need to find a little push elsewhere. Date Cincy, founded in the…

Pendleton Pizzeria Razzo Announces Closure

Another Cincinnati restaurant is closing its doors permanently. Pendleton pizzeria Razzo announced on social media Wednesday that its last night of service would be Saturday, March 1. “Everyone told us not to open a restaurant. We did it anyway. We couldn’t help it. It’s who we are,” wrote owners Christy Wulfson and Michael Guilfoil, who…

Crown Restaurant Group’s Newest Restaurant, Marigold, Opens Friday

Crown Restaurant Group—the owners behind some of Cincinnati’s most popular restaurants—have announced the grand opening of their newest concept, Marigold. Marigold, located in The Foundry building near Fountain Square in downtown Cincinnati, is an English-style public house set to open on Friday, Feb. 21 for dinner. The restaurant is located on the ground floor between…

Sound Advice: Ron Pope Brings His Soulful Sound to Cincinnati

Ron Pope is coming to Ludlow Garage on his “Neon and Glass World Tour” at the end of this month, bringing his authentic, genre-bending sound and lyricism with him as he performs songs both new and old on the setlist. Known most famously for his viral hit “A Drop in the Ocean,” Pope has been…

Sound Advice: Cody Johnson Brings His Classic Country Sound to Cincinnati

When it comes to country music, there are very few artists as unifying and well-loved as Texas’ Cody Johnson. The 37-year-old singer-songwriter self-released six albums and saw success on the charts even before his first major record label release in 2019. With the classic Wranglers and button-down look of predecessors like Garth Brooks or George…

Sound Advice: Young Heirlooms Celebrate New Era with Northside Tavern Show

On Thursday, Feb. 20, Young Heirlooms will bring their beloved folk-rock music to Northside Tavern. With soul-penetrating melodies and spirit-lifting harmonies, this legendary Cincinnati-based group will move and soothe the hearts of all who attend. Young Heirlooms formed over a decade ago after a chance meeting at a music festival in Dayton, Ohio. It was…

Clem Snide’s Latest Album Takes Listeners on a Folky, Meditative Journey

“Free,” the addictive first song on Clem Snide’s most recent record, 2024’s Oh Smokey, opens with frontman Eef Barzelay’s plaintive, ache-laden voice delivering the following visage: “Calling all the sunbeams/Meet up in the breezeway/Gather in the naked light of god’s love.” It’s yet another example of the New Jersey native’s ongoing need to explore his…

Trusted Psychics and Where to Find Them in 2025

If you’ve been stuck lately and your daily horoscope is too vague, we’ve researched trusted psychics and can recommend some fantastic platforms. The problem is, with so many psychic sites out there, it’s hard to know where to start. But guess what? We’ve already done the research and hard work of sorting them out for…

Purple Garden Review 2025: Readings, Deals & User Feedback

Wondering if an online psychic reading is your path to spiritual enlightenment? Customers say Purple Garden is one of the best psychic sites that give the most accurate psychic readings online, and our review of the platform takes a closer look at the site to see how true the claims are. Purple Garden offers different…

What Are Steroids Used For? Benefits, Side Effects & Alternatives

Steroids are powerful compounds primarily used for medical purposes to treat a range of conditions, including autoimmune disorders, inflammation, and hormone-related issues. However, their potent ability to enhance muscle mass and physical performance has led to widespread misuse. This misuse is not only illegal but can also result in serious health consequences, including hormonal imbalances,…

Weight Loss Gummies: 7 Most Effective Products Reviewed [2025]

If you’ve been struggling with excessive weight for a long time, you may benefit from a little extra help. Whether a slow metabolism, mild insulin resistance, fatigue, or stress is getting in the way, weight loss gummies may just be the solution you need. But which brands are really effective? With a saturated weight loss…


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