What to expect Thursday morning on FOX19 - Cincinnati News, FOX19-WXIX TV

Good morning! Clouds increased overnight, and we could see a few showers this morning as a result. The rest of the day will be mostly dry, and a warm up is coming our way. The FOX19 Morning News will have your entire Seven Day Forecast plus more. Here's what you can expect today:

The winner of FOX19's High School Hysteria contest will be announced this morning! The winning school tweeted an impressive 15,000 times to take the title. Tune in at 8 a.m. to see Kelly Rippin live to reveal the winner!

Are you planning on having work done to your home? Checking proper state licenses, deposit policies and warranties are just a few things you need to check out before letting workers touch your home. An expert will have more tips on the show.

If you like shopping, wine and animals, this event is for you: SPCA is hosting a ‘Fur Night,' a fundraiser in OTR this weekend. Tune in at 9:45 to find out more!

A personal trainer will be in the studio today to chat about staying fit while being a mom. You won't want to miss her workout that includes wearing a baby carrier!

Cincinnati's METRO is now offering ticks via downtown vending machines. Miranda Del Pozo will test out the machines herself plus answer frequently asked questions about the new technology.

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