🌱 Water Quality Concerns + Alleged Murderer Arrested

Hello again, neighbors. It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the Patch newsletter. Let's get this Wednesday started off right, with a quick guide to everything you need to know about what's happening in town.

But first, today's weather:

sunny. High: 74 Low: 49.

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Here are the top three stories in Cincinnati today:

1. Greater Cincinnati Water Works officials continue monitoring the water quality of the Ohio River. Trace amounts of two industrial chemicals leaked into the river after a train derailment in East Palestine. Crews released toxic chemicals into the air last week from five derailed tanker cars that were in danger of exploding and began burning them. (WLWT5)
2. FC Cincinnati plans to unveil its 2023 kits this morning. This will occur at a private event for the media. The team's social media recently dropped a tease about the design, getting fans excited about the release. (WCPO)
3. Cincinnati police have arrested a 21-year-old man who allegedly shot and killed a 28-year-old. According to police, Caleb Simpson was shot in North Fairmount on Jan. 28. Lucion Vaughn Jr. was charged with murder in connection with Simpson's death and was arrested on Feb. 10. (WCPO)

Today in Cincinnati:

• Safety Committee At Cincinnati City (1:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Take your sweetheart on a Valentine's Day Sweet and Savory Stroll this Friday! Celebrate your romance at Findlay Market and spend the afternoon enjoying live music plus samples from participating merchants. (Cincinnati USA Events)
• Celebrate Black History Month in Cincinnati! Check out the many events that celebrate Black history and culture in the city. (Eventbrite)
• Searching for a new job or career shift? Attend Cincinnati's Career Fair on Tuesday, Feb. 21. You can meet with recruiters and HR managers from local and Fortune 500 companies to explore open career opportunities. (Eventbrite)

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You're all caught up for today!

— 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.