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CINCINNATI (FOX19) - There are a lot of differing opinions from fans after the Bengals announced Tuesday that head coach Marvin Lewis would be returning for his ninth season.

"I thought he was gone, I really did. I feel that we need a fresh start," said fan Robert Lawson.

"I think it is good to have Marvin back.

CINCINNATI (FOX19) - It's a big weekend for football and football related activities for McNicholas High School.

The Catholic high school that serves Mt. Washington, Anderson township and points beyond has made it deep into the Diviosn III playoffs.  They are in the semifinals Saturday against Bishop Watterson High School, playing at the field of Clayton Northmont High School northwest of Dayton at 7 p.m.  A pair of student buses will roll out of McNicholas at 5 p.m.

Whatever game ends up being last for McNick will also be the last for Head Coach Steve Klonne.  The St. X. and XU grad is retiring after a 40-year career that includes stints as an assistant or head coach at Mt. Healthy, Elder, Turpin, and Moeller.  This year he was able to enjoy his 200th win and the inauguration of a new home field.

The Freshman Football Team won't be on the field this weekend, but they will still be working for McNicholas.  Between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Black Walnut Weekend returns to Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve on Saturday, October 16 and Sunday, October 17.  From 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day, visitors can celebrate autumn’s walnut harvest with food samples, hikes, crafts and games.

Sample foods include sandwich spread, ice cream and cookies prepared with the robust flavor of walnut. Visitors can also join a nut and tree hike through the park at the top of each hour each day.  There will be several crafts and games, as well as a chance to bring or buy a 100% cotton garment to dye in a walnut bath.  A husking machine will be available where whole nuts brought from home (small quantities up to ten pounds) can be husked for a fee.  Shelled nuts will also be available for purchase.  Jake Speed & The Freddies will also perform on Sunday from 12:30 p.m.