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A look inside “Vandalia’s best kept secret”
VANDALIA, OH — Unfamiliar to even some longtime residents of Vandalia, the Vandalia–Butler Historical Society offers a variety of opportunities to visitors, with over eight and a half acres to explore. Comprised of twelve buildings, including the 1840s-era Federal House original to the property, the society hosts bi-monthly...
New details: Buc-ee’s groundbreaking planned for August
HUBER HEIGHTS, Ohio (WDTN) — New details have emerged about the upcoming Buc-ee’s location in Huber Heights. On Aug. 8 at 4 p.m., Buc-ee’s will break ground at its first location in the state of Ohio at 8000 OH-235. Jeff Gore, mayor of Huber Heights, along with other local and state leaders are expected to […]
Bethel Township annexation OK’d by Huber Heights Council
HUBER HEIGHTS — Huber Heights City Council approved annexation of approximately 300 acres of land located in Bethel Township in southern Miami County at its meeting on Monday, July 22. The issue, which became heated at times, involved land located in the area of U.S. 40 and Ohio 201....
Piqua residents say they're experiencing impacts of battery burning site
PIQUA, Ohio (WKEF) -- Community members in Piqua gathered Wednesday at Edison State Community College for an environmental symposium on the impacts of lithium-ion battery burning. The community has been concerned about this issue for a nearly a year now. "Now they're sampling trying understand exactly what they were doing...
County removes cats from Our Farm Sanctuary, charges filed against Director
Complaints by current, former volunteers lead to search warrant. Animal Control Officers from the Miami County Animal Shelter removed more than 40 cats from Our Farm Sanctuary on Agenbroad Road on Monday, July 15. They executed a search warrant in response to recent complaints filed by a group of past and present volunteers.
Pitsenbarger to be honored with new memorial
TROY — Airman First Class William Pitsenbarger, who received the prestigious Medal of Honor 34 years after his death, will have a new memorial erected in his honor. The Miami County Commissioners approved a one-time contribution of $25,000 to Miami Memorial Park in Covington, where Pitsenbarger and his parents are buried, at their meeting on Tuesday, July 23.
Local districts struggle with admin, staff vacancies as school year looms
RIVERSIDE, Ohio (WDTN) — As students across the Miami Valley prepare to head back to the classroom in the coming weeks, many schools have several teacher vacancies. Fairborn City Schools Assistant Superintendent Amy Gayheart says they’re becoming more creative in how they attract applicants for vacancies. “Any time that there is a position to fill, […]
Ohioans reminded to enjoy DORAs responsibly
COLUMBUS, Ohio – With summer in full swing, the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Liquor Control (DOLC) encourages Ohioans to brush up on the guidelines regarding their local Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area, or DORA, since rules can vary between DORAs throughout the state. Following their legalization in 2015,...
Assistant Fire/EMS Chief Chip Rielage to resign
Charles “Chip” Rielage, Tipp City's Assistant Chief of Fire and EMS, is leaving to take a similar job in Turtlecreek Township, home of the city of Lebanon. After four years as Assistant Chief, Rielage will leave Tipp on Wednesday, August 28, and begin his new but familiar job the next day, Thursday, August 29.
Bella Gray Market opens in new Main Street location
A Tipp City destination located on Second Street since 2021, Bella Gray Market has officially moved to a new location right around the corner. The shop, known for handmade items, women and children’s clothing, accessories, and home décor, opened in its new location at 113 E. Main St. on Friday, July 12.
Local city ending leaf collection program this fall
CLAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Due to changes in the city’s budget, Clayton will no longer offer curbside leaf pickup to its residents. The City of Clayton announced the end of their leaf collection services. Starting in fall of 2024, residents can no longer place unbagged leaves at the curb or in the roadway for pickup. […]
Out of the past: July 26
——- Go to Riverside Park tomorrow and have a good time. Music furnished by the Klute band. Special train leaves at 9 a.m. Yesterday afternoon’s entertainment at Chautauqua contained a pleasant surprise when three of Sidney’s talented artists appeared rendering an unusually beautiful program. The artists were Charles Wells, Whistler, Miss Maude Haslup, soloist, with Mrs. G.U. Rhees as accompanist.
Miami Valley Dispensary Part Of Select Few Authorized To Grow Recreational Pot
Ohio is now one step closer to the much-awaited first day of recreational marijuana. The Miami Valley has recently granted approval to a cannabis growth facility to cultivate recreational cannabis. Pure Ohio Wellness, located in Springfield, has recently been granted approval for the cultivation of recreational marijuana, making it one...
Springfield Twp. to swear-in new fire department leadership next week
SPRINGFIELD TWP., Ohio (WTVG) - A new fire chief and assistant fire chief will be sworn-in at the Springfield Township board of trustees meeting July 30. Jonathon Ziehr will be promoted to full-time Fire Chief, with Andrew Sauder promoted to full-time Assistant Fire Chief. Those moves came after former Chief...
Pond management class to be held in Tawawa Park Wednesday
SIDNEY — The Ohio State University Extension of Shelby County is hosting a pond management class from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday at Tawawa Park. The program is aimed at those who own ponds and are looking for instruction on how to manage them. Guest speakers will be Ohio State aquatic ecosystems director Eugene Braig and Ohio State Extension of Darke County educator Caden Buschur.
Dayton-area community appoints interim city manager to permanent role
HUBER HEIGHTS, Ohio (Dayton Business Journal) -- A local interim city manager now will drop the 'interim' from his title. The city of Huber Heights just appointed John Russell to city manager at the council meeting Monday, July 22. The term of the agreement is set for three years, according...
Veterans honored on Shelby County Fair
SIDNEY — The Shelby County Fair honored veterans on Monday with a program hosted by the Shelby County Veterans Services. Judy Johnson, retired Army and Vice President of the Veterans Service Commission, welcomed veterans, their families, and the community to the 42nd annual Veterans Day at the Shelby County Fair. Her father, William “Smoky” Higgins, established the first Veterans Day at the Fair and she was glad to continue the tradition.
Jeff Schmitt Auto Group donates $31,000 to Fairborn High School project
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- The Jeff Schmitt Auto Group has donated $31,000 to support Fairborn High School's construction project. The contribution is part of an ad sponsorship to bolster Fairborn Athletics. School district officials are on track to complete the new high school soon. The $95 million project is more...
Veterans and Scouts hoist, lower flag at Democratic Party fair tent
SIDNEY — Local Shelby County Veterans will be hoisting the American flag daily at the Shelby County Ohio Democratic fair tent each morning at 9 a.m. Each evening at 8 p.m., local Boy Scouts from Troops 97 and 5097 will lower and fold the flag. The public is invited to observe.
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