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    MetroParks of Butler County will host its third annual Winter Hike Series in January. CONTRIBUTED
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    MetroParks Winter Hike Series throughout Butler County launches this weekend
    The Dayton Dragons will have its 26th season at Day Air Ballpark in 2026 (CONTRIBUTED PHOTO).
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    Real estate transactions: Property sales in Butler and Warren counties, Dec. 14-20, 2025
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    America 250: Free film screenings planned across the SW Ohio region in 2026
    Old Man's Cave trail at Hocking Hills State Park (PHOTO CREDIT: AMY WEIRICK).
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    New full-service salon coming to Main Street in Hamilton
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    Footprints of a dog paw and the four paws of a squirrel in the snow. iSTOCK/COX
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    Snow helps track what wildlife are roaming locally
    Fitton Showstoppers will present "Born in the USA" with Just Strange Brothers at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 24. Contributed.
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    5 can’t-miss events happening in Butler County in January and February
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    The new year brings new opportunities to connect with the outdoors
    More than 42,000 people have completed the Butler County Donut Trail.
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    At the Chocolate Meltdown, guests taste treats by more than 14 bakers and chocolatiers
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