Five things you need to know today, and the best and worst of times

Good morning, Cincinnati! Here are the five most important things you need to know to help start your busy business day: John Curp, a former Cincinnati city solicitor, will be the city's interim city manager, effective Jan. 19, presuming the incoming Cincinnati City Council confirms him. Mayor-elect Aftab Pureval made the announcement Monday afternoon, hours after accepting the resignation of City Manager Paula Boggs Muething. Council is expected to vote on Curp's appointment Jan. 5. Wilmington-based…