Kettering Medical Center - Middletown is located on SR 122 southeast of I-75 and provides 24/7 emergency care as well as other medical services. Atrium Hospital and a branch of Dayton’s Children’s Hospital are located off of I-75. In nearby Hamilton, Fort Hamilton Hospital, TriHealth Bethesda Butler Hospital and Mercy Health - Fairfield (the only hospital in Butler County to offer open heart surgery) serve area residents.

Middletown was designated as an All-American City in the late 1950s and is home to several large industries including paper manufacturing and aerospace technology. The city is located in both Butler and Warren counties.

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Trenton Fire Department provides fire and EMS service to residents. There are several hospitals in the area: Fort Hamilton, Mercy Health Fairfield and UC Health West Chester.

Trenton Sportsmen’s Club Lake provide nearby sites for sport fishermen. Walnut Grove Swim Club is a busy summer destination and features a large pool for local membership. The Great Miami River Recreation Trail multi-use pathway is a busy part of active residents lives. 

Trenton features three parks: Trenton Community Park with a play area, picnic spots, hiking trails and is the site of many community-hosted events. Chrisholm MetroPark Farmstead features a playscape, picnic area as well as the historic Ausburger family home. The Ausburgers were leading members of the area's Amish-Menonite settlement.  Woodsdale Regional Park provides scenic hiking trails and picnic areas to enjoy. Nearby Sebald Park has fishing, hiking/biking/run trails, horseback riding as well as picnic and play areas. People go there to enjoy the wildlife.

There’s more than enough shopping to meet residents needs in Trenton, especially in the busy downtown including a library and post office. Bark-N-Bunk is a unique and popular farm market with a deli, various vendors and a Sunday lunch buffet.  More shopping opportunities are available in nearby Hamilton or Middletown.

Trenton sits in northeastern Butler County about 20 miles north of Cincinnati. Its nickname is the ‘small town with a big heart’. With its roots as a farming village, Trenton was founded in 1799 by Michael Pearce. One of the first buildings was a hotel that offered a night’s rest to travelers going from the then state capital in Chillicothe to Miami University and points west. The Toll House still stands as a symbol of the city’s early history. Growth was slow in the village and it was not until 1971 that the population had reached the required 5,000 to be classified as a city. Over the past six years, Trenton has experienced a marked increase in new residential construction. A MillerCoors Brewery is located in Trenton and is an industry that has been growing in the region. This brewery is proud to state it has not sent any garbage to a landfill since 2009 and partners with local farmers to use 500 of its acres.

Trenton

A bustling St. Rt. 73 provides the major access route through the city, connecting to nearby cities of Middletown and Hamilton.  There are shuttles available to and from Middletown/Oxford.

Atrium Hospital and a branch of Dayton's Children's Hospital are located off of I-75 within a 10-minute drive from Monroe. UC Health West Chester hospital is located to the south off I-75. The Cincinnati Children's Medical Center – Liberty Campus is located to the south within a 10-minute drive. There are many other fine hospitals located in Dayton and Cincinnati, Ohio within 45 minutes to one hour.

Monroe was named in honor of President James Monroe who took office when the city was being settled. The city now has over 13,500 residents.

This is a small town with all the intimate pleasures that provides. There are youth soccer, basketball and baseball leagues. The Monroe Swim Club is busy in the summer months. The Field Sports Arena is located in the city with indoor soccer fields and sand volleyball courts. For golf enthusiasts, Shaker Run Golf Course is located nearby in Lebanon and features a 27-hole championship course. Miami Valley Gaming casino is conveniently located in Monroe for those who gamble. 

For those who enjoy the arts, you can head to nearby Middletown. An artist and lecture series is sponsored and held at the Miami University Middletown Campus. The Middletown Fine Arts Center, Sorg Opera Company and Middletown Lyric Theatre and Pendleton Arts Center in Middletown all provide exceptional experiences, exhibits and events throughout the year. 

The Pioneer Log Cabin is located in Monroe Community Park and features pioneer-style furnishings and artifacts. 

Monroe is well known for its annual Monroe City Fest with fun for all ages.

Cincinnati Premium Outlet is located off of I-75 in Monroe and offers 100+ stores. It’s a popular destination for shoppers with brands such as Michael Kors, Coach and more.  Walmart, Lowes, Kohls and Target are located in Monroe. Flea market fans love Monroe for its Turtle Creek and Trader's World outdoor and indoor flea markets. Near the highway strip malls, fast food restaurants and other services proliferate. Downtown local merchants provide general merchandise and services conveniently for residents.

Monroe, 22 miles north of Cincinnati and 25 minutes southwest of Dayton was a major stagecoach stop on the Great Miami Turnpike. It's a city of sturdy little homes that have been standing for a hundred years or more. These historical structures, with their neat lawns and gardens in the rear, have a dignity all their own. Monroe is situated in a thriving area and is convenient to the industrial valley. This blending of old and new homes gives the city an exciting lifestyle for homebuyers of all ages.

Monroe

Monroe is located on I-75. St. Rts. 63 and 4 run through the heart of the city.

Atrium Medical Center in Middletown is about a 15-minute drive. Hospitals in Dayton, Centerville, and Cincinnati are readily accessible.

Franklin offers a 65-acre community park with active soccer, baseball and softball programs, as well as picnic shelters and playgrounds. Lighted tennis and basketball courts, an all-weather running track, a football stadium and Olympic sized swimming pool, as well as smaller neighborhood parks provide for residents' needs. A year-round driving range and a 9-hole public golf course are close by for golf enthusiasts. Several state parks are within easy access: Caesar Creek, Fort Ancient, Hueston Woods and the Little Miami State Park. Cultural life is important as well with an active library.

Less than 10 minutes away off I-75 are two major shopping malls, one to the north in Centerville, and one south in northern Cincinnati. A variety of boutiques and smaller stores serving daily needs are nearby. The Warren County area is becoming well known as a mecca for antique lovers, and Franklin offers easy access to these.

Franklin is located conveniently in northwestern Warren County between Cincinnati and Dayton, hugging the Great Miami River, which contributed to its history as a paper-manufacturing center. Housing for the 11,000 residents is quite varied, with a lovely tree-lined downtown district. Older homes abound, and reflect the conservative living habits of its residents in the simple, but solid character of their homes, and the meticulous manner in which they have been preserved. Apartments and senior citizen housing is also available.

Franklin

Franklin is conveniently located on I-75, a 40-minute drive to the Dayton International Airport, or approximately an hour's drive to the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport. State routes 123 and 73 bisect the town.

There are 27 parks throughout the city for casual enjoyment, sports and recreation. The Meadow Ridge area of Elk Creek MetroPark has miles of trails to walk and enjoy. River Center at Bicentennial Commons is a great place to rest along the Great Miami River Trail. Smith Park features 96 acres as well as baseball diamonds, fishing pond, a skatepark, trails and picnic areas. Armco Park in Turtlecreek Township (Lebanon) features 311 acres with softball fields, a fishing and boating lake, picnic areas as well as an 18-hole golf course. Take a swing at The Golf Center, a course 15 minutes away designed by Jack Nicklaus. Shaker Run Golf Course is located nearby in Lebanon and features a 27-hole championship course. Additionally, several state parks are within easy driving distance, including Hueston Woods, Caesar’s Creek and Germantown Dam, and are great stops for boating, fishing and water-skiing. The Middletown YMCA offers many health and fitness opportunities. If you dare, enjoy  sky diving at the Hook Field airport with Start Sky Diving. For those who enjoy gambling, Miami Valley Gaming casino is conveniently located in nearby Monroe. 

Middletown’s history can be easily viewed by visiting the Canal Museum. Publications, relics and an extensive collection of artistic illustrations trace the cultural and economic growth of Middletown. An artist and lecture series is sponsored and held at the Miami University Middletown Campus. Residents enjoy even more arts at the Middletown Fine Arts Center, Sorg Opera Company and Middletown Lyric Theatre. The Pendleton Arts Center in Middletown offers art exhibits and events throughout the year. The Middletown Cincinnati State’s campus provides a learning environment for students as well as a Workforce Development Center for customized job training services and programs for the public. 

There are several festivals to enjoy every year: The Ohio Challenge Balloon Festival (hot air balloons) is held in July. Light Up Middletown (a drive-through light display) is scheduled in December. The Middletown Arts Festival host community events from May through September with exhibits, workshops and other events.

Historic South Main Street offers eclectic shopping opportunities in a scenic downtown with many events planned throughout the year. From an old-fashioned ice cream social to a cruise-in, to an Italian fest, residents enjoy supporting downtown businesses and its sense of an urban community. There are some popular eateries and pubs to enjoy there. Numerous strip malls, both chains and fast food restaurants line the highway access to the downtown. Local merchants fill the needs of residents with convenient shopping in many neighborhoods. For the bargain enthusiast, Cincinnati Premium Outlet, with over 100 stores, is a short drive away. For those who love donuts, Middletown is part of the Butler County Donut Trail with two places to find such a treat: Milton's Donuts and Central Pastry Shop.

Incorporated in 1833, Middletown is home to approximately 50,000 people living within its corporate limits and another 50,000 in the surrounding area. Located conveniently between Cincinnati and Dayton on the Great Miami River, Middletown boasts a wealth of history, culture, and natural splendor. It’s a place where 150-year-old mansions, small ranch homes, duplexes and apartments sit side-by-side with beautiful landscaped parks.

Middletown

Middletown is located in Butler County on I-75 midway between Cincinnati and Dayton. Hook Field is a small municipal airport and is used for general aviation. Air travelers use either the Dayton International Airport or the Greater Cincinnati International Airport.