Good morning, Cincinnati. Remember when British pub food meant bland shepherd's pie and soggy fish and chips? Those days are officially over as Marigold prepares to spice up Fountain Square with its groundbreaking British-Indian fusion concept. Opening February 21st in the glittering new Foundry development, it's bringing falafel Scotch eggs and butter chicken curry to a city that's rapidly redefining its culinary identity.
Meanwhile, Mother Nature is reminding us who's really in charge. With the Ohio River surging past 55 feet, several beloved parks including Otto Armleder have temporarily closed their gates. And speaking of closing gates, federal workers are making their voices heard at Cincinnati's Tesla dealership, protesting workforce cuts that have already pushed out 75,000 public servants nationwide. The Queen City's spirit of resistance is alive and well.
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0%☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🪧 Federal workers protest Tesla, fighting Musk's government job cuts. About 60 protesters gathered at Cincinnati's Tesla dealership to oppose the Trump administration's federal workforce reduction plan, led by Elon Musk as head of Department of Government Efficiency. Two young EPA engineers shared their heartbreaking story of sudden termination, part of a broader push that has already led to 75,000 federal employee resignations. The cuts threaten critical services across agencies, from aviation safety to veteran care. Local teachers are planning to join the resistance with their own protests in March.
🌊 Rising Ohio River forces multiple Cincinnati parks to close. The river's water level has surged to 55 feet, leading Cincinnati Parks to shut down several popular recreational areas including Otto Armleder Park and its dog park facilities. Multiple boat ramps, including Shawnee Lookout and Steamboat Bend Marina, have been closed due to dangerous water levels. The Little Miami Scenic Trail has also seen partial closures between Beechmont Avenue and Short Park. Park officials say Otto Armleder Park & Recreation Complex automatically closes when river levels exceed 42 feet.
🍽️ British-Indian fusion restaurant Marigold spices up Cincinnati's Fountain Square scene. Crown Restaurant Group's newest 4,000-square-foot eatery, opening February 21st, will blend British pub culture with Indian flavors in the $74 million Foundry development. The menu features creative fusion dishes like falafel Scotch eggs and butter chicken curry, while the bar program includes an exclusive gin collaboration with Cincinnati Distilling. Chef Anthony Sitek pivoted from his original Mexican restaurant concept to create something unique for Cincinnati diners. The restaurant joins an impressive lineup of establishments at the Foundry, marking Crown Restaurant Group's latest venture in their growing portfolio.
🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Boys)
Talk about a sting operation: Seven Hills absolutely dominated Norwood 67-27 in Tuesday's non-league matchup, delivering the kind of one-sided performance that makes you wonder if the Stingers had secretly cloned themselves during warmups.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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 Seven Hills (19-3) | ||
@ Norwood** | W 67-27 |
🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Girls)
Talk about a tale of two games! Mercy McAuley showed no mercy in a 59-13 drubbing of DePaul Cristo Rey, while Summit Country Day marched into Mariemont and walked away with a convincing 49-31 victory. The Silver Knights (14-10) better keep that momentum rolling - they've got a date with the red-hot Versailles Tigers (16-8) up next.
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 Walnut Hills (18-5) | ||
vs Milford* | W 56-44 | |
 DePaul Cristo Rey (12-8) | ||
@ Mercy McAuley* | L 59-13 | |
 Mercy McAuley (10-14) | ||
vs DePaul Cristo Rey* | W 59-13 | |
 Mount Notre Dame (21-2) | ||
@ Hamilton* | W 65-20 | |
 Roger Bacon (8-13) | ||
@ Indian Hill* | L 57-41 | |
 Summit Country Day (14-10) | ||
@ Mariemont* | W 49-31 |
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
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