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Genoa Township Appoints New Police Chief
McMillin began his career as a Patrol Officer for Genoa Township in 2000. The Genoa Township Board of Trustees has announced the appointment of James McMillin as the community’s next Police Chief, succeeding Chief Stephen Gammill, who is set to retire on December 15. “It is evident how deeply...
Sunbury Council Reviews New Bank Plan, Considers Committee Reports
The meeting highlighted significant progress and initiatives across various committees. At its meeting on December 6, Sunbury City Council had a full agenda which included detailed committee reports as well as consideration of a number of legislative items. Included among measures considered was a First Reading of a Resolution to...
Delaware Airport Receives Improvement Grant
The investments are part of the Airport Infrastructure Grant program. The office of U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) recently announced 96 investments for airport improvements across the state of Ohio totaling $49,429,435. One of those grants is coming to Delaware County. “Ohio airports are vital infrastructure supporting travel and commerce...
Aggregation Program Providing Savings For City Residents
Participants in the program saved about 35 percent on electricity. The City of Delaware is proud to announce that participants in the City’s Electric Aggregation program saved about 35 percent on electricity for the most recent quarter. For July, August, and September 2023, the average aggregation participant saved over...
Greif, Inc. Declares Quarterly Dividend
Delaware-based Greif, Inc. (NYSE: GEF, GEF.B), a global leader in industrial packaging products and services, has announced that its Board of Directors has declared quarterly cash dividends of $0.52 per share on its Class A Common Stock, and $0.77 per share on its Class B Common Stock. The dividends are...
Delaware County Traffic Safety Project Funded
Delaware County will see $3,600,000 in funding for a Fiscal Year 2028 project. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Director Jack Marchbanks announced an investment of $73.8 million into more than two dozen projects that will reduce the risk of crashes and increase safety on Ohio roads.
An Oh-So-Sweet Indulgence Arrives At Polaris Mall
The highlight of this location is the European-style hot and frozen hot chocolate bar. With the festive season around the corner and the much-anticipated release of the new Wonka movie , chocolate and sweets are reclaiming the spotlight. For those in Central Ohio looking to indulge in this resurgence, Pure Imagination Chocolatier has just unveiled its second location at Polaris Fashion Mall, perfectly timed to satisfy the increasing chocolate cravings of the region.
Festive Concert & Luncheon Coming For Seniors
This event promises to be a delightful mix of music, service, and holiday spirit. Buckeye Valley High School has once again extended a warm invitation to the senior citizens of the area. The school is set to host its annual Holiday Senior Citizen Concert & Luncheon on Friday, December 8 starting at 10:00 AM. This event promises to be a delightful mix of music, service, and holiday spirit, tailored specifically for the elderly members of the community.
Columbus Zoo Welcomes An Extraordinary, Rare Birth
The first of this critically endangered species born at the Zoo in over 60 years!. The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is celebrating the arrival of a female baby Bornean orangutan—the first of this critically endangered species born at the Zoo in over 60 years!. The little one was born...
Ohio Homebuyer Plus Savings Program Announced
Tax-advantaged savings accounts available to Ohioans to assist them on their homebuying journey. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and Treasurer Robert Sprague have announced details of the Ohio Homebuyer Plus program, a new savings account plan designed to encourage homeownership in Ohio. The program, which was first...
Symphony of the Season
A line-up that blends the best of holiday classics and contemporary melodies. Delaware is set to be enchanted by the melodic beauty of the Central Ohio Symphony’s Holiday Concerts. With a line-up that blends the best of holiday classics and contemporary melodies, the event at Ohio Wesleyan University’s Gray Chapel on Sunday, December 10 promises an unforgettable musical experience.
Powell City Council To Consider CRA Agreement For New COhatch Location
This ordinance would grant a 75% tax exemption for real property improvements for 15 years. Powell City Council, at its upcoming meeting Tuesday night at 7:30 PM in Council Chambers, 47 Hall Street, will conduct the second reading of Ordinance No. 2023-32, a pivotal piece of legislation authorizing the city to finalize a Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) agreement with CSD Powell, LLC. This ordinance represents a crucial phase in a series of strategic moves aimed at rejuvenating the downtown area of Powell and will bring a new COhatch location to the community.
Westerville Winterfest & Carnival
The Westerville Winterfest & Carnival offers an incredible line-up of activities. Westerville is getting ready for its 4th annual Winterfest & Carnival, a family-friendly event filled with holiday cheer, exciting activities, and unforgettable memories. This year’s carnival, presented by Jake Breakey State Farm Agent, promises an array of fun-filled activities suitable for all ages. Mark your calendars for Sunday, December 10, from 11:30 AM to 3:30 PM at the Clements Recreation Center, 180 Center Street.
Shanahan Middle School Teacher Recognized With Milken Award
Milken Educator Award recipients are completely unaware of their candidacy. Shanahan Middle School’s students are no stranger to academic success thanks in large part to eighth grade mathematics teacher Marissa McCarthy’s efforts. A former sixth grade math teacher, McCarthy now lends her knowledge to the older students, utilizing unique project-based learning experiences across the curriculum. Today, McCarthy was surprised with the first-ever Milken Educator Award in Olentangy Local School District history, earning national recognition – and an unrestricted $25,000 financial prize – forever leaving her mark on American K-12 education from Lewis Center.
DACC Hosting Open House Series In December, January
Each Open House event is uniquely structured. DACC will be hosting a series of five Open House events scheduled for December and January. These events are designed to provide prospective students and their families with comprehensive insights into the diverse range of programs and opportunities available at DACC. Each Open...
OWU Winter Community Day, Activities Set
A countywide Delaware celebration featuring free admission. The Bishop Backers invite you to save the date for Winter Community Day 2024, a countywide Delaware celebration featuring free admission (with a canned food donation) to an Ohio Wesleyan University basketball doubleheader and a Delaware Expo that showcases local nonprofit organizations and businesses.
Inno-Pak Acquires Albany Packaging
Albany specializes in the design and manufacture of custom and stock folding paperboard cartons. Delaware-based Inno-Pak, LLC (“Inno-Pak” or the “Company”), a portfolio company of Emerald Lake Capital Management and a leading designer, manufacturer, importer and supplier of innovative, eco-friendly packaging for prepared and takeout foods, today announced that it has acquired Albany Packaging Inc. (“Albany”).
Ostrander’s Christmas In The Village Marks Its Third Year
The Ostrander Civic Association is the proud sponsor of this beloved event. The season of joy, community, and twinkling lights is upon us as Ostrander prepares to unfurl its 3rd Annual Christmas in the Village celebration. This year’s festivities promise an evening brimming with holiday cheer, taking place on Saturday, December 9, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. The Ostrander Civic Association, known for its commitment to fostering community spirit, is the proud sponsor of this beloved event.
OWU’s 2024 MLK Celebration To Focus On ‘Embracing Change’
This celebration will continue to raise scholarship money for local graduating students. To honor the life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the Delaware County MLK Day Committee and Ohio Wesleyan University will host the 31st annual community celebration at noon Jan. 15, 2024, at the university.
Delaware Community Chorus Rings In The Season With ‘All Bells in Paradise’
“All Bells in Paradise” will feature carols of ancient and new. The Delaware Community Chorus (DCC) will present its annual holiday performance on Saturday, December 2. “All Bells in Paradise” will feature carols of ancient and new, as well as a performance from the Delaware Youth Chorale.
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