🎓 Four Lawrence County students earn Miami University degrees this spring. Hailey Browning and Cameron Deere of South Point, along with Boston and Isaac Kuhn of Oak Hill, were among the graduates. Miami University, established in 1809, is consistently ranked among the top 50 national public universities. The institution serves over 22,600 undergraduates across more than 100 areas of study and contributes $2.3 billion annually to Ohio's economy through partnerships and job creation.
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🍺 Family brings fresh flavors to Miamisburg's Lucky Star Brewery. The Freshwater family, along with extended relatives, took ownership of the downtown brewery in January, introducing a new cantina menu featuring family recipes. Their creative tacos, including beer-infused varieties like Redemption Taco cooked in Irish Red beer, have become customer favorites alongside burgers, nachos, and hot dogs. The brewery maintains its original beer recipes while adding new offerings like the Aye Papi hazy IPA and White Star hard seltzer. With Italian cooking roots, the family-run establishment offers weekly specials including taco Tuesdays and live entertainment.
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🏡 Middletown residents block 217-home development in their neighborhood. After 19 people spoke against Todd Homes' proposal at a packed city council meeting, officials unanimously rejected the plan. Residents weren't opposed to development generally but objected to this specific high-density project near Miller Ridge Elementary School, citing concerns about traffic, property values, and the developer's request for city-funded road improvements. The 86-acre parcel would have featured homes priced between $350,000-$650,000 and included commercial space. "This area is one of our last big swaths of residential land, so we want to do this right," explained Councilman Paul Horn.
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Renovated spacious bargain: Priced at $489,125, this spacious home offers over 3,700 sq. ft. with an updated kitchen, Quartz countertops, vinyl plank flooring, finished basement, multiple patios, and over $100k in recent renovations.
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Modern solar home awaits buyers: Priced at $275,000, this 2019-built home on Snapdragon Drive offers paid-off solar panels with transferable warranty, three bedrooms, two baths, an open-concept floor plan, and a fully fenced backyard with patio—all conveniently located near Eaton amenities with no HOA.