🌱 Ride Cincinnati Returns + White Lion Euthanized At Zoo

Happy Friday, people of Cincinnati! Let's get you all caught up to start today off on an informed note.

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First, today's weather:

Clouds and sun; not as cool. High: 56 Low: 41.

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Here are the top three stories today in Cincinnati:

1. The Cincinnati Police Department is searching for a woman who was caught on security camera footage shooting a gun in the West End. The incident occurred on Wednesday at the Save Way Super Market in the 1700 block of John Street. No one was injured during the incident. Anyone with information related to the shooting is being asked to contact the department. (FOX19)
2. The Cincinnati Zoo staff is mourning the loss of its beloved white lion, Gracious. The lion was humanely euthanized at the age of 21 in response to her declining health. Gracious enjoyed a life span that was five years longer than the median life expectancy of her species. (WLWT Cincinnati)
3. Ride Cincinnati is officially back. This year, the organization has a newly refocused drive on local cancer research. Every dollar raised through Ride Cincinnati is donated to Barrett Cancer Center at the University of Cincinnati to find new solutions to cancers. (WLWT Cincinnati)

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Today in Cincinnati:

• Alton Brown Live: Beyond the Eats At The Aronoff Center for the Arts (7:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Did you know that the bat-eared fox has ears over five inches tall? The Cincinnati Zoo's Otis shows off its enormous ears on National Hearing Day. (Facebook)
• This year is Artistic Director Victoria Morgan's 25th and final season with the Cincinnati Ballet. During Women's History Month, the ballet wants to recognize Morgan's dedication. (Instagram)
• The deadline for enrolling in Summer Scholars is March 11. Cincinnati Public Schools students enrolled in the program will be able to participate in unique activities. (Instagram)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Friday. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.