Every Memorial Day, Americans gather for parades, cookouts, ballgames, and long weekends with family and friends. For many of us, the holiday has become the unofficial start of summer. But Memorial Day was never really meant to be about a day off. At its heart, Memorial Day is about people.

To celebrate Loveland’s 150th anniversary, we want to hear from you! Write our town a Love Letter—share your favorite memories, beloved local spots, or what Loveland means to you. Whether it’s a story from the past or a moment from today, we’d love to feature your words as part of this special milestone.

The Miami Township Recreation Department has announced a new summer entertainment series aimed at bringing the community together for evenings of live music, movies, food, and family-friendly activities. The “2nd Saturdays” Summer Events Series, powered by Leroy Ellington Productions, will take place throughout the summer at Community Park and will feature a different themed event each month. According to the Recreation Department, residents are encouraged to bring lawn chair

May is recognized across the United States as Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about mental illness, reducing stigma, and encouraging people to seek help when they need it. Mental Health Awareness Month was established in 1949 by Mental Health America, one of the nation’s leading mental health advocacy organizations. Since then, the observance has grown into a nationwide effort involving healthcare providers, schools, nonprofits, local gove

Two updates. One short term, the other is permanent. Short term, the bridge over the O’Bannon Creek on Route 48 will be closed AFTER July 4th for an estimated 7 days. According to the Ohio Department of Transportation, District 8, current signage has been prematurely posted. Once completed, the bridge will have a new concrete overlay and modified asphalt expansion joints. Detours will be Butterworth Road and northward on Route 48. On a more permanent note, on May 19th, af

Much like dandelions and weeds, springtime brings roadwork. This spring is no different. Two projects begin on June 1st and will last until approximately August 1st.

Loveland teams continued an impressive spring stretch with ECC titles in girls track and boys tennis, while boys volleyball and both lacrosse teams advanced in postseason play. Baseball and softball stayed competitive behind strong offensive performances and several conference statistical leaders. Standout athletes across track, tennis, volleyball, baseball, softball, and lacrosse helped power another successful week for the Tigers as postseason competition continues to inten

The City of Loveland announced Saturday morning that its planned Sesquicentennial Vintage Style Baseball Game has been canceled due to weather concerns. In a public alert sent at 9:56 a.m. Saturday, the city said: "Due to weather conditions Loveland’s Sesquicentennial Vintage Style Baseball Game has been CANCELLED!" The game was part of the city’s ongoing 150th anniversary celebration and was scheduled to take place this weekend as one of several commemorative events. The can

There are some bands that you casually enjoy, and then there are bands that somehow become part of your life soundtrack. For me, The Harmed Brothers have been one of those bands for well over a decade.

2026 marks Loveland’s Sesquicentennial Anniversary, and the city is kicking things off with a dedicated Celebration Weekend May 16-17th. Activities and events include a vintage-style baseball game, decade-themed parties throughout downtown, a car show, pie bake-off, talent show, and history walking tour. For additional details and a full list of events, go to https://lovinlifeloveland.com/events

A proposed ordinance that would exempt city projects from review by an unknown number of committees or commissions has been tabled by Loveland City Council, delaying any final vote on the controversial measure. The legislation was to receive a first reading and was expected to return for further consideration. However, council has now tabled the ordinance, meaning there was no reading or vote at the May 12 meeting. It is currently unclear when or if the ordinance will return

The spring housing market continues to show steady momentum across Loveland, with strong buyer demand and healthy home values throughout the community, according to data provided by the eXp Designed2Sell Team. In April, 30 homes were sold within the Loveland City School District, reflecting continued activity across a wide range of price points and neighborhoods.

Loveland City Schools’ top communications official is taking on a new leadership role at the state level. According to a press release from the Ohio School Public Relations Association, Andrew Setters, Director of Communication and Community Engagement for Loveland City School District, has been elected to the organization’s Board of Directors. Setters was voted into the position by OHSPRA members, which includes hundreds of school public relations professionals from district

The Loveland City School District Transportation Department is partnering with Kroger and LIFE Food Pantry for this year’s “Stuff the Bus” food drive, helping provide meals and snacks for local children during the summer months. The one-day community drive will take place on May 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at two Kroger locations: Loveland Kroger — 800 Loveland Madeira Road Miami Township Kroger — 6388 Branch Hill Guinea Pike

The Loveland Weekly Podcast is expanding with a brand-new community news program: The Loveland Weekly Update. Hosted initially by Ryan Kulik, the new weekly podcast is designed to give residents a quick, easy-to-follow rundown of what’s happening in Loveland each week — from City Council meetings and school events to community festivals, local sports, business news, and more.

The Loveland Shorts Film Festival is set to bring filmmakers, artists, and movie lovers together once again in downtown Loveland for a weekend dedicated to creativity, storytelling, and independent cinema. The event runs July 31st to August 2nd.

There was this strange middle era in music history — after we stopped buying CDs all the time, but before streaming platforms completely took over. You would have to purchase albums digitally and download them to your phone or iPod, but suddenly you had this freedom to carry entire soundtracks to your life everywhere you went.

Parents, keep your door -- and your heart -- open so your children always feel safe sharing anything with you.

Ohio voters headed to the polls Tuesday to decide several key primary races that will help shape the state’s political landscape ahead of the November 3, 2026 general election — and many of the biggest contests are now officially set. Among the most closely watched races of the night was Ohio’s U.S. Senate race. Former U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown secured the Democratic nomination and will now face incumbent Republican Senator Jon Husted in November. The race is expected to be

The latest episode of The Loveland Weekly Podcast features a conversation with Dean and Drew Lowry—Loveland natives and the driving force behind two rising local bands: The Nati Frogs and The WatchFrogs.