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Sawmill Extension-Section Line Roundabout Work to Begin
Section Line Road will be closed for 45 days beginning July 22 for the construction of a roundabout intersection at the Sawmill Parkway extension. The closure will be between Pittsburgh Drive and U.S. 42. The detour route for through-traffic includes Pittsburgh Drive, London Road, and U.S. 42. Quarry access will be maintained from the south. Work is scheduled to be completed by Sept. 13.
District hires new food service director
The Delaware City Schools Board of Education on Monday hired a new food service director and ordered the purchase of a new truck to haul band equipment. Meeting in the Willis Education Center, the board approved the employment of David K. Drennen as the district’s new food service director. Executive Director of Human and Material Resources Jerry Stewart said Drennen has experience overseeing Meals on Wheels in several central Ohio counties and is a Delaware resident.
Genoa Township family's septic woes began with new bike trail. Now they wash dishes outside
Mike and Amanda Anderson live in a nice home along a busy street, just north of Westerville. Their family of five can walk a short path from their backyard to Hoover Reservoir, one of Columbus' main sources of drinking water and a recreational haven, including a 5-year-old bike path. The Andersons claim that...
OhioHealth announces plans to expand Dublin Methodist Hospital
DUBLIN, Ohio — OhioHealth announced on Tuesday its plan to expand Dublin Methodist Hospital. The expansion would increase the hospital‘s inpatient and critical care capacity by creating 200 permanent clinical jobs and hundreds of construction jobs, according to a press release. “We are extremely grateful and excited for...
Franklin County Fair kicks off in Hilliard
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — The Franklin County Fair is returning for the 107th year, with plenty of activities available for all ages. From July 15-21, the Franklin County Fairgrounds in Hilliard will be hosting the fair. Fair organizers say there will be a variety of attractions, including all the...
Kenny Fulk named grand marshal for Steam Threshers show
“Well, now, that’s quite an honor!” Those were Kenneth “Kenny” Fulk’s exact words upon learning he had been named grand marshal of this year’s Miami Valley Steam Threshers Reunion and Show. Twelve of Fulk’s immediate family members told him the news in one big conference call.
Delaware City Budget Document Earns National Award
This award has been earned for the fourth consecutive year. Work by the City of Delaware Budget and Finance Departments have earned the City the Government Finance Officers Association’s Distinguished Budget Award for the FY 20224 budget. This is the fourth consecutive year that a City of Delaware budget...
COG Plans Special Meeting Wednesday To Appoint Executive Director
MARYSVILLE – The NW 33 Innovation Corridor Council of Governments (COG) will be conducting a special meeting Wednesday at 11 a.m. in the City Council Chambers of the Marysville City Hall, 209 S. Main St. Representatives from Millcreek Township, the City of Marysville, Union County, the City of Dublin and the Marysville-Union County Port Authority will be in attendance.
Franklin County Fair kicks off, welcoming thousands of visitors to Hilliard
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Franklin County Fair is underway this week and thousands of visitors are expected to flock to the fairgrounds in Hilliard for games, food and events. If you’re planning to visit this year’s Franklin County Fair, here are some things to note…. HOURS. Monday...
Steam Threshers Show set for July 18-21 in Plain City
The Miami Valley Steam Threshers Association is celebrating a milestone this year, presenting its 75th annual reunion and show July 18-21 at Pastime Park, 370 N. Chillicothe St., Plain City. Each year, the association shines the spotlight on a certain manufacturer. This year, it’s John Deere. “Their tractors and...
Mosquito Spraying Scheduled in Worthington for Friday, July 19
Due to high mosquito counts and positive West Nile virus test results in the City of Worthington, Worthington's health agency Columbus Public Health (CPH) will conduct mosquito spraying in Worthington on Friday, July 19 between 3:30 and 6:30 a.m. Weather permitting, spraying will occur in the area(s) within the boundaries...
Metro Parks will hold Bark Bash at Prairie Oaks Metro Park
Columbus & Franklin County Metro Parks will hold their inaugural Bark Bash on Aug. 24 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Prairie Oaks Metro Park just outside of West Jefferson. The event promises a day of canine-centric activities and entertainment for dog lovers and their four-legged friends. In previous...
“The Path of the Pioneer” Hits The Stage In Plain City Aug. 9-10
PLAIN CITY – Jonathan Alder, the first white settler in Madison County and for whom the local school district is named, will be coming back to life on stage as “The Path of the Pioneer”, a play written by Daniel Rodriguez Hijo, will open August 9 and 10 at Buckeye Brass and Winds, 202 N. Chillicothe St., with the curtain for both shows scheduled for 8 p.m., and dinner being served prior to showtime.
Amanda Schaeffer Selected for Regional State Board District 7 Teacher of the Year
Amanda Schaeffer, a middle school art teacher at Hilliard City Schools’ Innovative Learning Hub, Hilliard, Ohio has been selected Regional State Board District 7 Teacher of the Year. Schaeffer holds a Master of Arts plus fifteen in Arts Management from The Ohio State University, a Master of Education in...
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