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Coffee in hand, Fairfield? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How did Fairfield’s boys push Hamilton to the brink?
  • Why a Fairfield resident says experiences beat toys this Christmas

Also on today's calendar: Weekly Sunday D&D One-Shot and 2 more events.

Find out what's happening in Fairfieldfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: My brother swallowed a box of firecrackers. - Is he all right now? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Fairfieldfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Thursday: Windy; afternoon rain, with a high of 59 and low of 25 degrees.
  • Friday: Much colder, temps: high: 31, low: 22.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and warmer, with a high of 52 and low of 28 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Prep Roundup 12/16: Bailey paces Tippecanoe boys in season opener (springfieldnewssun.com) — Fairfield High School’s boys basketball team narrowly fell 58-54 to Hamilton, despite a big 24-point night from Cam Arington. The game was part of a busy Tuesday slate of prep basketball and bowling results from around southwest Ohio leagues.
   

• Give the gift of experiences, not things, this holiday season (local12.com) — A Fairfield resident is featured praising the Art of the Brick LEGO exhibit in Cincinnati, used as an example of why shared experiences can be more meaningful than physical gifts. Experts in the story encourage families to prioritize low-cost, local outings and holiday staycations that build memories, connection, and emotional health over more toys and gadgets.
   

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    Friday December 19
  • Friday Night Digimon
    Overgeared Games, 3417 Princeton Rd #103, Fairfield
    6:30 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Emma and Rain!
    Two months old and ready to find their furever homes🫶🫶 In a foster home but adoptable through Animal Friends. Let me know if you’d like more… (Nextdoor Southview)
  • Deer Park elementary school goes into lockdown due to apparent swatting call, but police sweep finds no immediate threat.
    9:34AM on Dec 17: Deer Park elementary school goes into lockdown due to apparent swatting call, with law enforcement conducting a sweep of the school. (Nextdoor )
  • Hilco Vision posted a job opening for Material Handler (Distribution) 7am-3:30pm in Fairfield. Apply here.
  • Kroger posted a job opening for Grocery Clerk in Fairfield. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Fairfield here.

🗞 Nearby News

Hamilton

  • Inaugural Posada in Hamilton to be hosted in Jefferson neighborhood (journal-news.com)
  • COhatch Hamilton set to open in February (journal-news.com)
  • Father, son indicted on reckless homicide charges for death of 24-year-old Hamilton man (wcpo.com)

Wyoming

  • Ohio Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 Midday winning numbers for Dec. 15, 2025 (cincinnati.com)

Ok Fairfield! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I don’t know. I haven’t heard the last report.
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