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Invasive moth killing boxwoods across Anderson Township

An invasive box tree moth species that started in Loveland last year has spread to Anderson Township, rapidly killing homeowners' boxwood shrubs, with landscape experts advising early detection and local nursery consultation.

Green and black striped caterpillar feeding on bright green boxwood leaves with fine webbing visible.

Tour de CROWN ride returns Aug. 29 as trail nears Mariemont

The fourth annual Tour de CROWN cycling event returns to Fifty West Brewing on Aug. 29 with 700-plus riders expected, while construction begins on the Columbia Connector trail extension that will link the Little Miami Scenic Trail directly toward Mariemont by 2028.

A group of helmeted cyclists rides along a tree-lined road on a sunny day.

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