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🌱 Cincinnati Woman Charged With Murder + GRASP Tracking Devices

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Good morning, everybody! Sean Peek here with your Thursday edition of the Cincinnati Daily. Keep reading to find out all the things you need to know about what's happening locally.


But first, today's weather:

Sunshine and patchy clouds. High: 68 Low: 44.

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Here are the top three stories in Cincinnati today:

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  1. A Cincinnati woman has been charged with the murder of Henri Jennings, who was shot on Sep. 19, while trying to escape from a domestic violence situation. After Ebony Stenson sliced his throat and attempted to run him down, Jennings ran up to a stranger's house where he was shot four times. Stenson will do time behind bars and have a bond of $750,000. (WKRC TV Cincinnati)
  2. Families that have a loved one suffering from dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or autism in Cincinnati can now receive a free tracking device. The Cincinnati Police Department's GRASP program will offer free rechargeable tracking devices to alert police and family members if their loved one wanders off somewhere and gets lost. Families can also provide first responders with information about the person being tracked, like their interests, and places they frequent. (WLWT Cincinnati)
  3. Want to meet the birds of Ameritas Wings of Wonder in person? Starting on Oct. 1, the Cincinnati Zoo will be offering a program where you can get close to the birds and learn more about them! Registration is available via the zoo's website. (Cincinnati Zoo via Instagram)

Today in Cincinnati:

  • Painting Masterclass at the Springfield Township Community Arts Center (1:30 PM)
  • Disney Junior Live On Tour: Costume Palooza at the Taft Theatre (6:00 PM)
  • Midweek Music at Catch-a-Fire Pizza - Oakley (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • Cincinnati Parks just got a lot brighter, because BLINK will be returning for the month of October, featuring several light displays. Some parks will also feature additional perks, like food, drinks, and even a drone show in Smale Riverfront Park! (Cincinnati Parks via Facebook)
  • Calling all house hunters! Check out these five open houses coming this weekend in the Cincinnati area. There is a wide range of sizes and styles, and whatever your family size or budget, there are options for everyone! (Cincinnati Patch)
  • The Unlocking an Art Deco Bedroom exhibit by Joseph Urban will leave the Cincinnati Art Museum on Oct. 2! Today, and tomorrow they will be offering free admission to the exhibit during certain hours. (Cincinnati Art Museum via Facebook)

That's it for today. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with your next 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.

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