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Shine Responsibly: Delaware’s Call To Recycle Holiday Lights
This initiative stands out as an example of an eco-friendly celebration. In an era of heightened awareness about the environment, communities are constantly looking for ways to make sustainable choices. One local initiative is urging residents to be more conscious about their festive decorations, specifically holiday lights. As the holiday season approaches, this initiative stands out as an example of an eco-friendly celebration.
D3Energy, Del-Co Water Make Waves With Ohio’s First Floating Solar Array
Construction is slated to commence next month. D3Energy, the leading floating solar developer, proudly announces its partnership with Del-Co Water to launch Ohio’s first floating solar project. This innovative project exemplifies an exciting new approach to solar deployment in Ohio, focused on preserving the state’s valuable land. Del-Co...
Delaware County’s Guide To A Ghoulishly Good Time
It’s a time when ghosts, superheroes, and an assortment of other characters roam the streets. The anticipation is palpable as children eagerly await the night when they can don their most fantastical costumes and take to the streets for a festive night of trick-or-treating. And for the residents of Delaware County, that enchanting night has a clear timetable.
City Of Delaware Earns Rare ‘Triple Crown’ For Financial Reporting
Delaware is one of only eight municipal Triple Crown winners in Ohio. The City of Delaware has earned the Government Finance Officers Association’s prestigious Triple Crown Award for the first time ever. It recognizes governments that have received GFOA’s Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting, Popular Annual Financial Reporting Award and the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award within the same fiscal year.
Intern At ODNR For A Summer Of Fun And Learning
ODNR expects to hire 60 interns covering a variety of fields. College students are invited to discover an array of career opportunities within the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) by applying for a 2024 summer internship. “Ohio is fortunate to have so many great, higher education institutions that are...
Delaware County Named Best Place To Live In Ohio
According to the study, Delaware County has emerged as the best county to live in Ohio. Choosing a place to call home is a monumental decision, one that often involves meticulous research and comparison. Factors like affordability, quality of life, and educational opportunities weigh heavily on the minds of prospective residents and investors.
Landmarks Of Delaware County: The Hotel Blee
The three story building sits prominently on the southwest corner of Union and Winter Streets, just as it has since 1890. The Hotel Blee may have had a troubled beginning, but it continues to provide residential space 130 years later — albeit of a more long-term variety. The sturdy...
OWU & Chill
November may be a bit colder, but it will still be a very busy place on the OWU campus. Ohio Wesleyan University has announced its November 2023 lineup of public events. Unless otherwise noted, admission is free. 8 p.m. Nov. 3-4 – “Spooked,” an exploration of “the deliciously dark side...
Paws & Pumpkins Parade In Sunbury
What makes this event even more special is its charitable angle. The Sunbury Big Walnut Chamber of Commerce is joining forces with the Humane Society of Delaware County to bring a unique event to the community. The collaboration aims to celebrate the season while supporting a noble cause. The event, dubbed “Paws & Pumpkins,” is a Halloween costume pet parade that promises to be a fun-filled experience for both pets and their human companions.
A Harmonic Welcome
The evening’s program is as diverse as it is captivating. The Central Ohio Symphony, under the esteemed direction of Jaime Morales-Matos, is set to host a special concert event on Saturday, October 21, 2023. The concert will take place at 7:30 PM in the Gray Chapel at Ohio Wesleyan University (OWU), located at 61 S. Sandusky St., Delaware. This night promises to be an unforgettable experience for music lovers and community members alike.
Delaware Wildlife Area To Receive Share Of Large Pheasant Release
The division is scheduled to release 14,020 pheasants this fall. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife will release more than 14,000 ring-necked pheasants at public hunting areas in late October and November. Releases will begin Saturday, Oct. 21 during Ohio’s youth small game hunting season.
Historical Society Wins Statewide Award
The free, interactive exhibit describes how and why pioneers came west to Delaware. The Delaware County Historical Society received a statewide award from the Ohio Local History Alliance at a luncheon on October 7 during the OLHA Annual Meeting. The outstanding achievement recognition was given for the DCHS exhibit – The Journey to Delaware County, located in the Meeker Homestead Museum at 2690 Stratford Road in Delaware. The exhibit was judged on its historical significance, factual and contextual accuracy, organization and design.
Navigating The Digital Waves In Powell
The Communications Department is zeroing in on several key areas. The City of Powell is on a quest to communicate. To that end, City Council set forth a comprehensive set of goals for 2023, aimed at enhancing community engagement and information dissemination. The Council aims to assist city departments in communicating various initiatives and programs, maintain regular interactions with senior leadership, continue outreach programs, and establish the city’s public information as a reliable community asset.
OWU Presents Bishop Scholars Program At Educational Forum
Bishop Scholars launched in fall 2022 with a $499,170 grant. Ohio Wesleyan University’s Bishop Scholars program is doing more than providing free, post-pandemic tutoring for regional elementary and middle schoolers. The OWU initiative also is helping other Ohio educators think about best practices to enhance their own programs. Bishop...
ODNR Approves Spring Turkey Hunting Dates
The statewide limit is one bearded turkey during the 2024 spring season. The Ohio Wildlife Council approved wild turkey hunting dates for spring 2024 during its regularly scheduled meeting last week, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. Statewide youth wild turkey season: April 13-14,...
Weather And The Civil War
Noe is the Draughon Professor of Southern History Emeritus at Auburn University. The Civil War Monitor magazine proclaims historian Kenneth Noe’s book, “The Howling Storm: Weather, Climate and the American Civil War,” to be “a magnum opus that successfully challenges historians to rethink all they have ever known of the war.”
Commissioners Announce Recipients Of Community Enhancement Grants
The county’s CEG program distributes money from the county’s general fund to local nonprofit organizations. The Delaware County Commissioners today announced the recipients of their 2023 Community Enhancement Grants, totaling $184,698.60. The county’s CEG program distributes money from the county’s general fund to local nonprofit organizations, funding specific...
Get Your Boo On At Alum Creek’s Halloween Movie Marathon
While the event is free to the public, attendees are required to RSVP for each movie they wish to see. As the leaves turn orange and the air grows crisp, Alum Creek Visitor Center is gearing up to host a Halloween Movie-thon that promises to be a treat for movie lovers of all ages. Located at 5905 Lewis Center Rd., the center is offering a curated list of family-friendly films to set the mood for the spookiest season of the year.
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