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Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is making strides in renewable energy with the groundbreaking of a 2.8 MW Melink Solar array. Set to be the largest publicly accessible urban solar array in the U.S., this project will not only provide shade for parking but also generate power for the Zoo and its surroundings. This initiative […]

Scrabble Game Show Picked Up By CW Check out this throwback Scrabble game show below The CW has announced deals on game show versions of the classic board games “Trivial Pursuit” and “Scrabble. Both shows are being produced by Hasbro Entertainment, The CW and Lionsgate Alternative Television. “Scrabble” is also being produced by Mattel Television […]

Red Lobster is going to give 150 lucky winners “endless amounts of lobster.” The prize will be given in the form of all-you-can-eat lobster for up to 2 hours at a participating Red Lobster restaurant of the winner’s choosing. According to the fine print, the all-you-eat-eat meal will include up to “a maximum of twelve […]

 ‘Argylle’ Tops Slow Box Office Can a movie finish #1 two weeks in a row and still be considered a flop?  It can in 2024, apparently. The comedy spy thriller Argylle topped the box office for a second straight week – but pulled in just $6.5 million, giving it a two-week total of just $28.8 […]

  Saturday night’s “We Them Ones” lit up Heritage Bank Center with non-stop laughter and unforgettable performances.  Hosted by the incomparable Mike Epps, the evening contained an all-star lineup that included the likes of DeRay Davis, DC Young Fly, Lil Duval, Mojo Brookzz, and Chico Bean. Each performer brought their A-game, delivering gut-busting jokes that […] The post We Them Ones Cincinnati: Mike Epps, DC Young Fly & More! appeared first on 101.1 The Wiz.

Happy Black History Month, Foodies! Located at 6966 Plainfield Rd. in Cincinnati, Ohio 45236, The Night Kap is a city gem. Indulge in a variety of soul-lifting dishes, including Spicy Garlic Wings, Hot Honey Wings, Hot Honey Fish N’ Fry, Salmon Nuggets, Kap Cheeseburger N’ Fry, and Salmon Quesadilla. Each bite is a burst of […] The post Foodie Friday’s: The Night Kap appeared first on 101.1 The Wiz.

Remember this name, Reginald Murray. He is a local park ranger who does historical reenactments featuring the historic Buffalo Soldiers. Murray says, “All of the soldiers wanted to fight for their country, they wanted to show that they could stand up and they could fight for their freedom and fight for the freedom of others,” […]

Usher Cursed Out By L.A. Reid for Refusing to Record ‘Yeah!’ Says Rico Love Singer/songwriter Rico Love recently looked back at his first big break—writing the “Throwback” song on Usher’s chart-topping “Confessions” album, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. Rico says he was there when Usher first heard Sean Garrett’s “Yeah!” which did not […]

Congrats to Josh Harrison, Cincinnati’s own is coming home to the Cincinnati Reds. Via Fox19 Baseball agency MSM announced Monday that the 2005 Princeton High School grad and former University of Cincinnati Bearcat signed a non-roster invite (NRI) deal with the Cincinnati Reds. Harrison is a two-time All-Star (2014, 2017) with a career batting average […]

Here’s Why Brands Can’t Say Super Bowl in Ads Although it’s the biggest game of the year, there are advertisers that can’t say Super Bowl, but there’s a reason why. Some companies think saying “Super Sunday” is cool instead of “Super Bowl,” but that’s owned by the NFL too. So, if a company is caught […]

AMC Theatres Offering $5 Movie Tickets For Black History Month Here’s your chance to see a cheap movie. AMC Theatres is offering $5 tickets for select movies to celebrate Black History Month. The $5 Fan Faves program returns this month to give audiences the chance to watch films starring or created by Black people. Over […]

Happy Black History Month, Foodies! Big Jay’s Place, formerly known as Big Jay’s Market and Deli, made its mark on the Cincy food scene in 2016 at 720 Main Street. Originating as a New York-style deli with a popular salad bar, the establishment’s journey took an exciting turn with the introduction of SoulFood Sundays. The […] The post Foodie Friday’s: Big Jay’s Place appeared first on 101.1 The Wiz.