Mary Ann Lynn

Longtime Loveland resident Don Tassone has worn many hats… corporate vice president, communications professional, college professor and author. Currently, the spotlight is on his role as author with the September 8th launch of his most recent book, Flash 100, a collection of very short stories. Flash 100 is Tassone’s 15th book; having previously published two novels, one novella, a children’s book and 10 short story collections. Author Don Tassone Mr. Tassone describes this latest collection...

Empty Bowls is an international grassroots movement that began in 1990 to raise awareness and funds for local organizations fighting hunger. What started as a student art project has grown into event held around the world, where guests share a simple mean and take home a handcrafted bowl as a reminder that hunger is an ongoing issue in every community, including Loveland. The 2026 Empty Bowls event marks the fifth year of supporting LIFE Food Pantry in Loveland. Here are the event details:...

Later this month, a collection of standup comedians will take the mic for an evening of laughs at the Loveland Stage Company. “Punchlines for Prevention” is a fundraiser to benefit the Ben Morrison Memorial Fund (BMMF), a Loveland-based organization focused on mental health awareness and suicide prevention. Event organizer, comedian Cody Walker, grew up in Maineville, and is well established on the standup circuit in Greater Cincinnati and beyond. “I am super excited to put together a...