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The Loveland Daily is independent local news covering Loveland, Ohio-
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Love Letters to Loveland (From You!)
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.
Mike Meldon
9 hours ago


Loveland Sesquicentennial Vintage Baseball Game Canceled Due to Weather
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

Ryan Kulik
May 16


Loveland 150th Anniversary Celebration Weekend is May 16-17th
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

Mary Ann Lynn
May 14


Catch The Nati Frogs Live During Loveland’s 150th Celebration
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.
Mike Meldon
May 5


Created in Isolation, Shared in Celebration: Loveland History Video Returns
During the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, when schools were closed and families were spending more time at home, one Loveland student turned an unusual moment into something creative and lasting.
Mike Meldon
May 1


From Classrooms to Creativity: The Story of 529 Main Street (Loveland Art Studios on Main)
As Loveland celebrates its 150th Sesquicentennial Anniversary, we’re taking a closer look at the buildings that have helped shape the heart and history of our community.

Gina Dubell-Smith
Apr 28


Loveland Invited to Celebrate 150 Years Through Community Creativity
As Loveland prepares to celebrate its 150th anniversary, a new community-wide project is inviting residents of all ages to reflect on the past and imagine the future through art, writing, and video.
Mike Meldon
Apr 21


How the Loveland Bike Trail Came to Be
On any warm weekend, the trail running through Loveland fills with cyclists, joggers, and families out for a walk. What feels today like a natural centerpiece of the community was, not long ago, something very different: an abandoned railroad corridor. The story of the Loveland Bike Trail is really the story of how a piece of industrial infrastructure was reimagined into one of the region’s most beloved public spaces. From Rail Line to Recreation The trail that cuts through d

Ryan Kulik
Apr 7


Loveland: 150 Years of Stories
The Loveland Daily is planning on a multi part audio and video series about the history of Loveland to honor our community's 150 (or more) years. Think of it as our own version of a Ken Burns documentary. In order to get this project completed, we need Loveland's help. What do we need? -People to talk about Loveland's many stories. -Photos and videos showing the growth and changes in Loveland over the years. -People interested in learning about creating audio and visual conte


“‘Loveland to Look At’: How a ’90s Sitcom Gave Our Town a Primetime Shout-out”
When The New WKRP in Cincinnati hit TV screens in the early ’90s, the reboot of the classic sitcom added a few new faces to the newsroom — and one of them carried a name that caught our attention right here in Ohio: Mona Loveland. Played by actress Tawny Kitaen, Mona Loveland was the station’s confident, camera‑friendly DJ — a modern twist for a show that had been a staple of late‑’70s television. Her character’s last name wasn’t chosen by accident. Writers of The New WKRP ,
Mike Meldon
Mar 25


When Loveland Rocked the Boat: An Mtv Moment in Local History
In the late 1980s, Loveland found itself sharing the spotlight with one of America’s hottest R&B/Pop bands. Midnight Star, known for electric R&B hits like “Freak‑A‑Zoid” and “No Parking on the Dance Floor”, rolled into town to film scenes for their single “Don’t Rock the Boat.”
Mike Meldon
Mar 25


Loveland’s (At Least) Two Moments on "The Simpsons"
For a city that proudly calls itself “The Sweetheart of Ohio,” Loveland has made its way into plenty of postcards, wedding stories, and regional headlines over the years. But what about pop culture’s most iconic animated universe? Has Loveland ever made it into The Simpsons ? It turns out the answer is: yes— and more than once . A Quick Shoutout from Marge In the 11th season finale episode “Behind the Laughter,” a parody of the VH1 series Behind the Music , the Simpson fa

Ryan Kulik
Mar 18


Love Letters to Loveland (From You!)
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.
Mike Meldon
Mar 18


'Little Switzerland of the Miami Valley': Celebrating 150 Years of Loveland as Recreation Destination
A Valley That Captured the Imagination As Loveland honors its sesquicentennial, one truth stands out: this community didn’t just grow up beside the river — it grew because of the river and its beautiful surrounding landscape. The steep ridges, winding water, and cool, shaded hollows gave the town a character unlike anywhere else in southwest Ohio. So unique, in fact, that visitors in the late 1800s gave it a nickname bold enough to stick: “The Little Switzerland of the Miami
Mike Meldon
Mar 11


How Loveland Is Governed?
Here’s a clear explanation of how the government of Loveland, Ohio works — including emails for your City Council members and the City Manager so you can contact them directly. Loveland uses a Council–Manager form of government under its Home Rule Charter: City Council is the policy-making body elected by residents. Council sets local laws, approves the budget, and makes major decisions for the city. Council Members are elected at large (everyone in Loveland votes f

Ryan Kulik
Mar 4
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