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Happy Wednesday, people of Cincinnati! Let's get this day started. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening around town today.

First, today's weather:

Showers and a heavier t-storm. High: 76 Low: 60.

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Here are the top three stories in Cincinnati today:

  1. Frisch and 3CDC announced their partnership on a three-year project to bring a mobile roller rink to different downtown areas. Access to the 10,000 square foot rink will cost $2 with a $5 rental skate fee. The first Frisch Roller Rink will debut on Memorial Day weekend at Court Street Plaza, from Friday, May 27 to Monday, May 30. (Cincinnati City Beat)
  2. Award-winning anchor Aleah Hordges will be joining Local 12's morning show starting Jul. 5. Currently, Hordges works as a reporter and anchor for WISH-TV in Indianapolis. She will work alongside Bob Herzog and Sheila Gray on weekday mornings. (WKRC TV Cincinnati)
  3. A Blue Ash woman's tip led to the arrest of five suspects allegedly involved in a check-forging scheme just 15 minutes outside Cincinnati. A resident of Waxwing Drive called the police after seeing someone going through her mailbox. The woman's description of the vehicle and license plate launched a police investigation that led to the arrests. (Local 12)

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Today in Cincinnati:

  • Over-The-Rhine Film Festival Launch At Somerhaus Events Venue (7:00 PM)
  • Funniest Person In Cincinnati Contest At Go Bananas At Go Bananas Comedy Club (7:30 PM)
  • Outdoor Storytime: Movers and Shakers At Mariemont (10:00 AM)

From my notebook:

  • Grammy-nominated musician Valerie June will be performing at Memorial Hall next week. Watch the singer-songwriter talk about her new album and upcoming shows. (WKRC TV Cincinnati)
  • "Wheel of Fortune Live" will be coming to the Taft Theatre on Oct. 20 on its tour across the country. Audience members will have a chance to win cash and trips to Paris and Hawaii. (WLWT Cincinnati)
  • The daughter of a Cincinnati firefighter, who was working on her prom night, surprised her father by stopping by the firehouse to take a picture with him. Afterward, the fire department posted this message on Twitter: "Our firefighters often miss important family milestones as they serve the city." (WLWT Cincinnati)

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You're all caught up for today! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next update.

— Carla Varner

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