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🏦 Banking drama

Clermont County • October 15, 2025

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Good morning, Clermont County. The high-stakes world of financial litigation is heating up as Huntington National Bank's CEO prepares for a November deposition in a two-year-old RICO lawsuit filed by a Cincinnati real estate developer. While the Columbus-based institution deals with legal challenges, the case appears to be moving steadily toward trial—a significant development in what must be a complex financial dispute involving serious racketeering allegations.

Just minutes away in Brown County, a more immediate crisis unfolded Tuesday morning when a serious two-vehicle collision at a Georgetown intersection left a child and adult with injuries severe enough to require airlift transportation to Cincinnati hospitals. As Ohio State Highway Patrol investigators work the scene, local residents are also navigating the ripple effects of the federal government shutdown, which threatens everything from health care subsidies to SNAP benefits as the political impasse stretches into its second week.

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☕️ What's Brewing Locally

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🏦 Bank CEO faces deposition in real estate developer's RICO lawsuit. Huntington National Bank's Stephen Steinour will be deposed in November as part of a two-year-old case filed by a Cincinnati real estate developer. The upcoming deposition signals the lawsuit is approaching a trial date. While details of the allegations aren't specified in the article, the case involves racketeering claims against the Columbus-based financial institution. The bank has recently made other personnel changes, including naming a new Cincinnati market president.

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🚑 Two airlifted after serious two-vehicle collision in Brown County. A child and an adult sustained severe injuries in the crash that occurred Tuesday morning at the intersection of T McNoun Road and Yockey Road in Georgetown, Ohio. AirCare transported the child to Cincinnati Children's Hospital and the adult to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center for treatment. Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers believe both injured individuals were in the same vehicle. The road remains closed as authorities investigate the scene.

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🏛️ Federal shutdown impacts Cincinnati as political impasse continues. Local residents face uncertainty over health care subsidies, SNAP benefits, and WIC funding as the government shutdown enters its second week. The shutdown stems from partisan disagreements over Affordable Care Act subsidies and Medicaid cuts, potentially affecting tens of thousands in Greater Cincinnati. While SNAP benefits were distributed for October, future payments remain uncertain, and WIC funding could run out within weeks. Meanwhile, most NIOSH employees are furloughed, federal courts remain temporarily open, and national attractions like the Taft Historic Site are closed.

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🏡 Real Estate Reveals

Real estate listing image Renovated Legend Hills family haven: This recently renovated Legend Hills home is listed at $539,900, featuring refinished hardwoods, a modern kitchen, spa-like primary bath, and versatile spaces including a finished lower level and private fenced backyard.
Real estate listing image Secluded ranch with classic barn: Priced at $189,900, this secluded ranch-style home sits on 1.89 acres and offers updated features like vinyl siding, protective deck roofs, an open floor plan, and a classic barn.
Real estate listing image Updated brick ranch all inclusive: Priced at $250,000, this charming 3-bedroom brick ranch offers a refreshed living experience with updated kitchen, new windows, fresh paint, modern flooring and landscaping, complete with all appliances included.

🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla

☕ Oct. 17 - Eastgate Crafters Meetup: Join fellow crafters for our relocated 3rd Friday Meetup at Starbucks near Meijer! Knitters, crocheters, and craft-curious folks of all skill levels are welcome to gather at 7pm on October 17.
🏆 Oct. 17 - Clermont Chapter Installation: Join the Clermont Chapter Installation at 700 N Market St, Felicity, OH on October 17. Celebrate with fellow members as new leadership takes the helm in this community milestone event.
🧘‍♀️ Oct. 17 - Stretch with Holly: Stretch your limits with Holly at Zones Gym on October 17! Join this invigorating session at 989 Lila Ave B in Milford for a refreshing mind-body reset. Your muscles will thank you!
👑 Oct. 18 - NO KINGS Rally: Join the "NO KINGS" movement at Veterans Memorial Park on October 18! Stand up for American values at this peaceful gathering celebrating our nation's foundational principles. 906 Clough Pike, Cincinnati.
💀 Oct. 18 - Counting Skeletons: Get ready to count bones at the spooky Counting Skeletons event! Join the haunting fun at Leming House Performance Pavilion on October 18 at 6:00 PM for a bone-chilling good time.
🍷 Oct. 18 - Wine Tasting With Horses: Sip and socialize with gentle equines at "Pairings with Ponies" on October 18! Enjoy fine wines alongside friendly horses at 1632 Apgar Rd in Milford while supporting a worthy cause.
🎵 Oct. 18 - Neighborhood Music Vibes: Groove to local tunes at Promont House's Porch Fest! Musicians share melodies and good vibes at 906 Main St, Milford on October 18. Come soak in the community spirit and live music.
🤠 Oct. 18 - Fox Hollow Rodeo Show: Saddle up for thrills at Fox Hollow Rodeo Evening Show! Watch championship bull riding and more on October 18 at 1034 Old State Rte 74 in Batavia, Ohio. Get your tickets for this bucking good time!
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