🌱 Two Children Injured During Car Crash + Spotted Lanterfly In Cincy

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Breezy in the afternoon. High: 49 Low: 31.

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Here are the top three stories in Cincinnati today:

1. Two children were injured during a car crash in the CUF neighborhood on Saturday. A driver of a stolen SUV ran a red light and was hit by another vehicle on West McMillan Street causing the SUV to roll over and hit a mail truck. The driver of the stolen vehicle fled the scene. The children were taken to the hospital for minor injuries. (Local 12)
2. Cincinnati Taco Week is running until Oct. 23. Some of the best taco joints are serving up discounts, including two-dollar tacos from more than 30 eateries. The taco celebration is sponsored by the Ohio Beef Council and Suavecito Tequila. You can see which taco spots are participating and the unique tacos you need to get your hands on here. (WCPO 9 News)
3. The invasive spotted lanternfly has been spotted in Cincinnati. The Ohio Department of Agriculture confirmed the new population and said they are monitoring for egg masses. The insect attacks fruit plants and woody trees. If you believe you have seen a spotted lanternfly – at any growth stage – you can report it here. (WLWT Cincinnati)

Today in Cincinnati:

• Sister Acts At Sharonville Community Center (12:30 PM)
• Taxes In Retirement Seminar At Clermont County Public Library (6:00 PM)
• Trivia Mondays At Catch-a-Fire Pizza - Oakley (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Five new homes have been listed for sale in the Cincinnati area. Available properties range from a 1,042sq. ft., two-bed, two-bath home for $195,000 to a $455,900 home with two beds, two baths, and 1,501 sq. ft. Get all the details at the link. (Cincinnati Patch)
• ZOO NEWS: Isla the tamandua is pregnant! A new pup will be arriving at the zoo toward the end of December. See the ultrasound at the link. (Cincinnati Zoo via Instagram)
• Are you looking to fill your social calendar this week? Check out the list of events happening in and around Cincinnati this week at the link! (Subscription: The Cincinnati Enquirer)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Monday. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning 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.