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Delaware City Council Reviewing Proposed 2024 Budget
The spending plan presented to City Council still will require dipping into the City’s fund balance. City of Delaware departments cut nearly $2 million from the proposed 2024 operating budget, but the spending plan presented to City Council still will require dipping into the City’s fund balance. A...
Season’s Greetings Along Sandusky Street
The streets of downtown Delaware will come alive with the Annual Christmas Parade. Main Street Delaware is gearing up for a set of enchanting events that promise to bring the community together in celebration. These events are not only a testament to the town’s vibrant community spirit but also offer unique opportunities for residents and visitors alike to immerse themselves in the festive atmosphere. Let’s explore two of the standout events slated for this December.
Delaware Does Snow And Ice
The task of keeping roads clear during winter is a meticulous process. Winter in Delaware brings not just blankets of snow but also challenges in maintaining road safety and accessibility. The City of Delaware Public Works Department plays a crucial role in ensuring that the over 324 miles of roadways, including local streets and state routes, remain navigable during the snowy season.
Area Suppliers May Benefit From New Semiconductor Supply Chain Consortium
Intel has agreed to serve as the anchor institution in the consortium. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced today that the state is partnering with Intel, JobsOhio, and the Ohio Grants Alliance to formalize a semiconductor supply chain consortium in Ohio’s Silicon Heartland. The creation...
This Month’s Highlights From OWU
The following were stories covered in this month’s edition of Connect2 OWU. As the air crisps and cools, Ohio Wesleyan University (OWU) enters a season of growth and achievement. From groundbreaking research to creative endeavors, OWU’s campus is buzzing with activity. The following were stories covered in this...
Meeker Homestead Welcomes All To A Candlelit Christmas Celebration
The air will be filled with the sounds of the season. Step back in time this holiday season at the Meeker Homestead, as the Delaware County Historical Society presents “Christmas at the Meeker Homestead – The Civil War Years: An Evening in Candlelight.” This festive event invites the community to bask in the warmth of 19th-century holiday traditions, surrounded by the glow of candlelight and the spirit of history.
Black Friday Brings Crowds To Delaware County Retailers
There were people everywhere trying to snag special offers. Black Friday in Central Ohio is an annual occurrence marked by lines, frenzy, and crowds. This year’s occurrence was no exception for merchants in southern Delaware County. Columbus’ ABC6 was on the road to check on how the day was...
County Commissioners Approve 2024 Budget
A 5.1% increase over the 2023 budget of $136,847,303 for operating and capital expenditures. The Delaware County Board of Commissioners has approved its general-fund budget for 2024. The $143,814,358 figure approved is a 5.1% increase over the 2023 budget of $136,847,303 for operating and capital expenditures. The County is projecting...
Fish, Wildlife Recreation Contribute Billions To Ohio’s Economy
The four study activities provided nearly 80,000 jobs in Ohio and $4 billion in income. A recently released report from the Wildlife Management Institute, Responsive Management, and Southwick Associates showed that wildlife-based recreation contributed nearly $12.5 billion to Ohio’s economy in 2022, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.
Get 2024 Zoofari Tickets At A Discount During Black Friday Weekend
A limited number of Adventurer tickets are available. As the holiday season approaches, Zoofari, Central Ohio’s most awaited philanthropic event for animal conservation and hosted by the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, announces an exclusive Black Friday Weekend deal. A limited number of Adventurer tickets are available for $185, offering...
Ohio, County’s Employment Landscape: A Mixed Bag
The state’s employment dynamics also reflect a year-long trend. October 2023 brought a mixed bag of news for Ohio’s employment sector. While the state witnessed a slight uptick in its unemployment rate, from 3.4% in September to 3.6% in October, there was a notable increase in nonagricultural wage and salary employment. This rise, from a revised 5,648,200 in September to 5,655,900 in October, signifies the highest payroll employment since records began in 1990, indicating a robust job market.
Rutherford And Lucy’s Thanksgivings
Happy Thanksgiving! We are taking tomorrow off to spend quality and quantity times with our families. We will see you bright and early on Friday. Delaware native President Rutherford B. Hayes and Lucy Hayes were certainly no strangers to the Thanksgiving holiday. Originally, Thanksgiving Day commemorations were declared on a...
Supporting Senior Pet Owners In Need
The drive seeks various donations, including large bags of dog and cat food. For many seniors in our community, the bond with their pets is not just comforting but essential. However, the financial burden of pet ownership can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to choosing between necessary medication and feeding their beloved animal companions.
Sheetz Slashes Gas Prices Through Monday
Delaware County’s two Sheetz locations are both included in this offer. In a move set to bring some holiday cheer to motorists, Sheetz, the popular Mid-Atlantic restaurant and convenience chain, has announced a special Thanksgiving week promotion. Sheetz locations in Pennsylvania, Ohio, North Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia that offer Unleaded 88 are now selling the fuel for just $1.99 per gallon. This limited-time offer is valid until Monday, November 27 at 11:59 PM, providing an excellent opportunity for travelers and local customers to save on gas during one of the busiest travel weeks of the year.
City Of Delaware Thanksgiving Office Hours And Trash Schedule
City of Delaware offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 23-24, for Thanksgiving. There will be no trash collection on Thursday. Thursday’s route will be picked up on Friday and Friday’s route will be collected on Saturday. For City of Delaware dumpster customers, collections will remain on the normal weekly collection schedule.
Delaware’s Home For The Holidays Events
The holiday season in Delaware officially kicks off with the First Friday Tree Lighting. Delaware is set to shimmer with holiday cheer as the annual ‘Home for the Holidays’ event, organized by Main Street Delaware, Inc., unfolds during the month of December. This community-centric celebration promises a blend of traditional festivities and unique local experiences, marking it as a must-visit destination for the season.
OWU Receives $1.2 Million To Support STEM Scholarships
Funding scholarships in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Ohio Wesleyan University has been awarded its third – and largest – Choose Ohio First grant, receiving $1,199,800 to support Ohio students pursuing degrees in the STEM or STEM education fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Key Takeaways From Olentangy Schools’ Latest Board Meeting
This past week’s Olentangy School Board meeting commenced with a poignant moment of silence, honoring the lives tragically lost in the recent bus accident involving Tuscarawas Valley Local Schools’ students. The meeting swiftly transitioned to uplifting updates from the OASIS program, a beacon for 6th to 12th graders...
Holidays In Powell To Provide A Festive Time
Here’s what you can expect at this joyous celebration. Powell is set to host a festive extravaganza that promises to fill the Village Green Park with holiday cheer. ‘Holidays in Powell’ is the event of the season, scheduled for Saturday, December 2, and here’s what you can expect at this joyous celebration.
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