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Light Up the Lake Spectacular set to dazzle crowds
The Sandy Beach Bridge in Russells Point has been lit in LED red, white and blue lights during the past week through the efforts of the Indian Lake Historical Society, Dale Frymyer and group of volunteers in patriotic spirit to bring the community together, and in anticipation of the annual Light Up the Lake Spectacular fireworks show, set for Saturday, July 6. (Indian Lake Chamber Photo)
New fingerprinting devices coming to local courts
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Local courts are set to receive new technology for fingerprinting. In the Miami Valley, select courts in Clark, Clinton, Darke Greene, Logan, Miami, Montgomery, Preble and Warren counties are receiving the new devices. According to Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, the technology will allow the state’s computerized criminal records database more […]
Belle Center Independence Day Celebration Set for Thursday
Breakfast is kicking off the festivities in Belle Center on Thursday morning. For just $7 (Kids under 5 eat FREE) you can pick up all-you-can-eat pancakes and sausage. Served with your choice of coffee, orange juice, or milk, you can pick up breakfast at the Richland Township Building. A parade...
Village council discusses food truck regulations
MECHANICSBURG — The Mechanicsburg Village Council met on Monday, June 17 in regular session in the municipal building. Mayor Jason Adelsberger was not present. Owners of a food truck were present at the meeting. They were there to discuss the arrangements they have made with the owner of the old Grandma’s Pizza building located at 300 West Main Street. Discussion was had amongst council regarding the lack of rules/regulations and permitting the village currently has on food trucks in general. Ultimately it was decided that more information was needed on how to proceed, and a request was made for the planning commission to meet and make decisions on rules and regulations regarding food trucks. Temporary allowance of the particular food truck in question was approved.
Two PUDs Get Planning Commission’s Approval
MARYSVILLE – The Marysville Planning Commission Tuesday gave its blessing to both the Marysville South Planned Unit Development (PUD), and an amendment to the Marysville East, Section 1 PUD at its regular meeting. The Marysville South PUD is approximately 592 acres north of Scottslawn Road, and according to the...
East Liberty Fireworks & Independence Day Festival
After what they thought was going to be their final year, members of the East Liberty Community came together to continue their Independence Day Celebration tradition. In 2023, the committee that handles all the details didn’t think that they would be able to continue, but several community members stepped up and said they didn’t want to see the events stop.
Historical Society hosts Ice Cream Social on July 21
Celebrate National Ice Cream Day by enjoying locally-made Woodruff Farm ice cream, with cake or pie, at the Champaign County Historical Society’s annual Ice Cream Social from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, July 21 on the front lawn of the CCHS Museum, 809 East Lawn Ave., Urbana. Admission...
Mile race event is July 13
MECHANICSBURG — Summer Celebration is Saturday, July 13 at Goshen Memorial Park. The annual 1-mile run/walk to honor and support local veterans and their families will be at the park bottom. Registration is at 8 a.m. with a $10 (cash) entry fee and run/walk starts at 9 a.m. The...
Local Village to Clean Up This Weekend
West Liberty residents, while you are celebrating the holiday this week, or maybe are off work and cleaning up around the house don’t forget Saturday’s Spring Clean-Up Day. The Village will host the dumpsters for village residents from 8 AM to 1 PM this Saturday at Lions Park.
Bellefontaine Fire Chief Set to Retire
What started on April 19th of 1998 will conclude on July 31st. Twenty-six years later Bellefontaine Fire Chief Andy Fissel is set to retire. “The winds of change,” Fissel said is one of the reasons he is choosing to retire, adding, “I just knew it was my time.”
City Ordinance Prohibits Fireworks; Other Holiday Reminders
With Independence Day just a few days away and celebrations extending into the weekend, Bellefontaine Police Chief Chris Marlow reminds the city to be responsible when drinking alcohol:. Even though the State of Ohio may allow firework displays around the state, the city is different. Chief Marlow talks more about...
Urbana City Council Encourages Police Academy
The Urbana City Council met in a regular meeting Tuesday night. Increase blanket purchase order number, 2024-00359 to Cherokee Run Landfill of $10,000 for sludge disposal. The purchase order was approved for $50,000 by the board of control earlier this year. The expense will be charged to the Sewer Fund and is in the 2024 budget.
Village of Russells Point Board of Public Affairs Vacancies
The Village of Russells Point has three vacancies on the Board of Trustees of Public Affairs. Candidates are required to be a registered voter with at least 1 year of residence in the Village of Russells Point. The Village Council must establish a Board of Trustees of Public Affairs made...
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