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Comics“With great power comes great responsibility.” Those philosophical words originated with French philosopher Voltaire in 1793. However, they were popularized, and perhaps immortalized, in the 1962 comic book, "Spiderman." Comic books have come a long way over the years in infl uencing popular culture. Comic book superheroes are featured in blockbuster movies, hit television shows and best-selling video games. To see these superheroes as they were originally created, you ought to visit one of these 10 Cincinnati-area comic book stores.
Arcadian Comics & Games 627 Monmouth St., Newport; arcadiancomics.com. Sells comics, toys, comic related collectibles, board games, card games and a variety of collectible supplies. This year, they added over 200 diff erent pop-culture magnets. They sell DC Comics, Marvel Comics, Image, Dark Horse, IDW, Boom Studios and other publishers. Arcadian has a children’s section featuring Capstone, First Second, Scholastic and more. The cost of used comic books ranges from 50 cents to as high as $1,200. Current hours of operation are Wednesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. As soon as pandemic conditions allow, the store will return to its 7days-a-week normal schedule. Arcadian has hosted events featuring local comic creators, Skype events with notable comic creators and special events to celebrate people, characters or holidays. Currently, all events are on hold until the pandemic is over. “It may not be the biggest, but it’s staff ed by people that really care about comics and want to help customers fi nd great things to buy,” owner Stephen Struharik said. “We believe comics are for everyone; we love the chance to introduce someone new to comics, and they can enjoy this hobby as much as we do. That shows in the books on the shelf, and the off ers and information we post on our social media. There’s so much to learn from comic books, it’s truly an amazing art form.”
Wilbur, a 6-month-old French bulldog, poses for a portrait in Rabbit Hash, Ky., on Nov. 13, 2020. Wilbur was elected the Mayor of Rabbit hash in November's election cycle. The town has elected a canine to the office of mayor since 1998. PHOTOS BY ALBERT CESARE /THE ENQUIRER
Fifth mayor of small Boone County historic district brings a diff erent bark after unseating incumbent pit bull Brynn
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sually, when someone gets elected they’re the one who is seen kissing and holding babies. But in Rabbit Hash, Kentucky, the mayor is the one getting cuddled. h Wilbur, a 6-month-old French Bulldog, has recently been “elected” mayor of Rabbit Hash, a small historic district in Boone County. h “He’s was just so cute and squishy and adorable and I thought people would get a kick out of him,” said Amy Noland, Wilbur’s mom. h The election, which coincides with presidential elections, is a fundraiser for the Rabbit Hash Historical Society, the stewards of the town. Wilbur received 13,143 votes, the highest winning total ever. Overall there were 22,985 votes, the highest total for a Rabbit Hash election according to the Rabbit Hash Historical Society. Noland, of Burlington, said the secret to their success was overloading social media. It doesn’t hurt that Wilbur is extremely cute. Noland grew up in Eastern Kentucky and visited Rabbit Hash as a child. She said the small river town reminds her of home. While living in North Carolina in 1998, she heard the news that Rabbit Hash had elected its fi rst dog mayor. “That immediately sparked my interest that one day I would want to have a dog as mayor,” Noland said. “I got Wilbur and I just knew he was the one.”
Comic Book World Wilbur, a 6-month-old French bulldog, sits with his owner, Amy Noland, in Rabbit Hash, Ky., on Nov. 13, 2020. Wilbur was elected the Mayor of Rabbit hash in November's election cycle. The town has elected a canine to the office of mayor since 1998.
Past mayors: Goofy, Junior, Lucy Lou and Brynn
nonprofi t that ensures the preservation and upkeep of the historic town. Wilbur is the fi fth mayor of Rabbit Hash and will serve for four years before having to run for re-election. Wilbur beat out incumbent mayor Brynn, a pit bull who has spent the last four years in offi ce. Other mayors include Lucy Lou, the fi rst female mayor and a visionary who instituted term limits. She served from 2008 until 2016. Goofy was the fi rst mayor, elected in 1998. He died in offi ce, passing at the age of 16. Junior, the second mayor, was elected in 2004.
Over the past 22 years, the “election” has been the biggest fundraiser for the Rabbit Hash Historical Society, the
See WILBUR, Page 2A
7130 Turfway Road, Florence; comicbookworld.com. Sells comic books, trade paperbacks, comic and game related toys and statues, role-playing games, board games, miniature games and their accessories, card games and their accessories, puzzles and other hobby accessories. The store also carries Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) games and miniatures. They sell DC Comics, Marvel Comics, Dark Horse Comics, Image Comics, Boom Comics, Dynamite Publishing, Vault Comics, AWA Studios, Aftershock Comics and others. Their cheapest comic books cost $1. The average price of new comics runs between $3.99 and $6.99. They sell backissues that can run into the thousands See COMICS, Page 4A
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