• Jan 4

    Spark Curiosity at The Wicked Wick

    Eccentric, charming and metaphysical... this art studio and boutique is always full of wonder. Find handcrafted candles, original art, beautiful jewelry... and all around curiosity! The Wicked Wick is most easily summed up as an all around curiosity shop. When old friends Trey Pitts, Tammy Combs and Gery Slamka recognized

  • Dec 28

    3 New Stunning StreetSpark Murals

    These new murals bring more color to the streets of Hamilton, thanks to the StreetSpark program. Every year since 2015, Hamilton's StreetSpark program brings new vibrancy to the city in the form of mural art. In total, the artists of StreetSpark have painted 14 incredible outdoor murals, including the three

  • Dec 21

    Last Minute Gifts on the Go!

    2 local places to grab the perfect —and easy— last minute gifts! The holidays have a way of sneaking up on you... one minute it's only November and then suddenly, the new year is right around the corner! If you still have a few last minute gifts to get, don't

  • Dec 18

    An Eclectic Mix of Fashion & Gifts

    SnaZZy Boutique specializes in vintage, gently-used and designer items from across the world. With a passion for traveling and fashion, Gini Maddocks opened up her own boutique in Oxford, Ohio where the shop is dedicated to slow-fashion, vintage items from her travels, and gifts made from local vendors. Gini describes

  • Dec 8

    Ralph & Alice in Action

    Butler County's Bald Eagle couple is back at it preparing for the upcoming mating season! Photo Credit : David Downie If you haven't heard by now, Ralph and Alice are one of Butler County, Ohio's favorite couples. Almost seven years ago, this Bald Eagle duo captured the hearts of many

  • Dec 1

    For Your Candle Obsession

    Where to find local, unique, handcrafted candles... Photo Credit : Sara's House, Hamilton The aroma and warmth that comes from a candle can really transform a house into a home. Candles have a way of capturing the mood of each season and are a great way to relax and unwind

  • Nov 24

    Donut Trail Becomes Tradition

    The Donut Trail has become a yearly tradition for newlyweds Will and Hannah. Back in 2018, Will and Hannah Griffin embarked on their first trip to Butler County, Ohio to complete the Donut Trail coming all the way from Dallas, Texas. Little did they know they would come back the

  • Nov 20

    Jungle Jim's Unique Thanksgiving Recipes

    Jungle Jim's has a new crop of dishes and recipes to try this holiday season! As always, Jungle Jim's International Market never ceases to amaze us with their creative, different and fun holiday recipes. Why go the traditional route for Thanksgiving when you can branch out and bring something new

  • Oct 26

    Road Trippin' : Boutiques Edition

    In this edition of Road Trippin' we are exploring some retail therapy! Butler County is full of unique local boutiques that all offer something different. Whether you're shopping for yourself, for gifts, for vintage, or for new— these local shops have it all. We've included a wide variety of local

  • Oct 20

    Freedom Summer 1964

    Residing in the hills of Miami University's campus lies a memorial preserving a significant part of history. The city of Oxford, Ohio is known for it's charm, history, and small-town aesthetic. Miami University was chartered in 1809, and to this day is a huge part of of the city's beauty