Five things to know today, and is it too early to make a New Year’s resolution?

Good morning, Cincinnati! Here are five of the most important things you need to know to help start your busy business day. Let's jump right in: Former Cincinnati Reds broadcaster Thom Brennaman, who spent nearly 14 seasons with the team and 33 seasons as a Major League Baseball broadcaster, has a new gig, three months after a hot mic incident forced his resignation here.  Highland Heights is now in the big leagues (their words, not mine). The Northern Kentucky community has hired its first…