Hamilton County • September 17, 2025
Good morning, Hamilton County. Dust off your lederhosen and dirndls! Cincinnati's riverfront is about to transform into a slice of Bavaria as America's second-largest Oktoberfest celebration returns for its 49th year. The four-day festival at Sawyer Point promises a feast for the senses with 19 breweries pouring liquid gold, over 30 live performances, and the World's Largest Chicken Dance led by Reds pitcher Brent Suter. New this year: Thursday's inaugural PRIDE night kicks off the festivities with inclusive German flair.
Meanwhile, UC Foundation is strengthening its leadership bench with five distinguished alumni joining its Board of Trustees. Scott DeVenny, Brian Driscoll, Tim Fogarty, Susan Opas, and Christie Wolf will bring their professional expertise to support their alma mater's philanthropic mission starting October 2025. In Hyde Park, tensions continue as City Council repeals a controversial zoning change, with residents and officials seeking a path forward that balances housing needs with neighborhood character.
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🍻 Cincinnati's Oktoberfest returns for its 49th year with riverfront celebrations. The four-day festival runs Thursday through Sunday at Sawyer Point along the Ohio River, featuring German beer, food, and entertainment. Highlights include Thursday's inaugural PRIDE night, the World's Largest Chicken Dance led by Reds pitcher Brent Suter, a 14K/7K Brewery Run, and expanded Family Day activities on Sunday. With 19 breweries participating and over 30 live performances scheduled, America's second-largest Oktoberfest celebration outside Munich promises festive fun for all ages.
🎓 Five distinguished alumni join UC Foundation's Board of Trustees. Scott DeVenny, Brian Driscoll, Tim Fogarty, Susan Opas, and Christie Wolf will begin serving in October 2025, bringing decades of professional experience to support the university's philanthropic efforts. All five trustees expressed commitment to giving back to their alma mater, with several having already established scholarships or supported various university initiatives. UC Foundation President Rich Bundy highlighted how these "lifelong Bearcats" will benefit both the university and UC Health through their leadership and dedication to the campus community.
🏙️ Cincinnati's mayor deflects blame after Hyde Park zoning repeal. Mayor Aftab Pureval spoke for six minutes following City Council's repeal of a controversial zoning change in Hyde Park Square, but critics say he shifted responsibility to citizens rather than acknowledging the city's missteps. The opinion piece argues Pureval prioritized "optics over substance" during his remarks, which lasted three times longer than public citizens are allowed to speak. The author hopes council will work with Hyde Park residents and developers to find a compromise that delivers housing while respecting the neighborhood's character.
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