The inches of snow Greater Cincinnati received over the weekend may be sticking around for a while as temperatures stay below freezing. To help you warm up, local chili parlor chain Gold Star is offering a special buy-one-get-one deal. From now through Thursday, Jan. 29, if you buy a regular or super 3-, 4- or […]
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Dayton comedy show blends stand-up sets with licensed therapists
Stand-up comedy meets group therapy sessions at a new alt-comedy show at Dayton, Kentucky’s Commonwealth Comedy Club. Hosted by comedian Shawn Braley, Stand Up Therapy is what happens when you blend laughter, psychology and some gentle emotional chaos. On Feb. 5, a group of comedians will take the stage at Commonwealth and perform short stand-up […]
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El Jefe’s Cubanos and More to leave Covington Yard, open in The Well
A Cuban-inspired street food concept in Covington is changing locations. El Jefe’s Cubanos and More announced on social media last week that, after two years, it was transitioning from its location in Covington Yard, an outdoor food court and entertainment venue, to nearby bar The Well. Its last day at Covington Yard was Friday, Jan. 23. “We […]
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NKY chef named 2026 James Beard Award semifinalist
A Northern Kentucky chef been named a semifinalist in the 2026 James Beard Foundation Restaurant and Chef Awards. The Restaurant and Chef Awards are one of five recognition programs from the James Beard Foundation and one of the most prestigious culinary honors, celebrating excellence in everything from fine dining to casual eateries and emerging talents […]
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Get a sneak peek at Covington’s new board game bar at this Dry January event
You can get a preview of Covington’s newest board game bar at a special event this January. Dice on Draft is a soon-to-open venture from McKenzie Crist and her husband, DJ Stanley. Crist told LINK nky in September that the bar will merge her passion for tabletop gaming with her love of bringing people together, […]
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These are the 25 best restaurants in the region right now, according to Yelp
LINK’s sister publication CityBeat knows a thing or two about picking the best restaurants in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky (nominations for the 2026 Best of Cincinnati are live here), but Yelpers have some hot takes of their own. Whether you’re a local or coming to the region for a visit, the platform offers an easy […]
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Local law firm offers free Uber vouchers for New Year’s Eve
A Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky law firm is helping pay for your Uber this New Year’s Eve to help keep the roads safe and prevent impaired driving. Lawrence & Associates, which specializes in personal injury and car accident cases, is giving away $25 Uber vouchers to both Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky residents as part of […]
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Newport chef, restaurateur releases first cookbook
A Northern Kentucky chef is helping bakers step up their sourdough game with the help of his first cookbook. Chef David Willocks, who owns the award-winning Newport restaurant Baker’s Table, just released Baker’s Table Sourdough: Unlocking the Secrets of Artisan Bread at Home, which takes readers behind the curtain to show them the exact method Willocks […]