The raising of the green

What better week for an Irishman to announce he's running again for Cincinnati City Council?

David Crowley holds his St. Patty's Rally for Crowley on Thursday - two days before St. Patrick's Day - at the family bar, Crowley's Highland House, 958 Pavilion St., o'top Mount Adams, 4:30-7 p.m.

"I am excited to formally kickoff my final re-election campaign," the Democrat said in a statement. "Success will once again require your friendship and assistance. Let's begin by having fun!"

This will be Crowley's fourth run since 2001 and his last because of term limits.

The invitation says any level of contribution will be accepted. Fifty bucks puts donors at the "shamrock level", while $500's considered a pot of gold.