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Things to do: Catch a bluegrass show at opera house featuring The Farm Hands
Bluegrass show planned at Pennyroyal FAIRVIEW — Guernsey County's only opera house, the Pennyroyal, will host a bluegrass show Friday featuring The Farm Hands. According to the press release, "Tim Graves and The Farm Hands is one of the most exciting and in-demand bands in bluegrass music. Since their inception in 2010, the band...
News of public record: Guernsey County restaurant inspections
The following are restaurant inspections with critical violations, as conducted by the Guernsey County Health Department from April 15 to 26. April 16 St. Benedict Church and School, 220 N. Seventh St., Cambridge. Unnecessary persons in the operation. In addition to the designated licensee, kitchen facilities are being utilized by multiple groups and organizations....
Hey Guernsey County: Here's what you need to know to start your week
CUMBERLAND — The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) has welcomed The Wilds as an Institution Member to the global zoo and aquarium community. WAZA promotes cooperation between leading zoos, aquariums, national and regional associations, as well as with leading wildlife experts, academies, and universities. Along with being a member of WAZA, The Wilds is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and certified by American Humane. For more information about The Wilds’ conservation initiatives, educational offerings, how to become a member, or to schedule a tour, visit TheWilds.org. ...
Enhance Your Property and Community Safety with Barnesville's New Sidewalk Loan Program
The Barnesville Village Council has launched a sidewalk loan program to replace old sidewalks. This program provides residents with zero percent interest loans for replacing sidewalks along Village streets, including curbs and driveway aprons. The aim is to improve community safety and appearance.
BLM extends comment period on environmental analysis for oil and gas leasing in Ohio
MILWAUKEE, Wisc. — In response to several requests, the Bureau of Land Management is providing more time for the public to provide input on a draft supplemental environmental assessment evaluating possible impacts from potential oil and gas leasing within the Wayne National Forest in southeastern Ohio. BLM will accept comments until May 17, 2024. “Although the BLM had already provided an extended 45-day comment period, we added the maximum extension possible for 10 extra days to allow for additional time to provide feedback,” said BLM...
Riverlea Council Discusses Financial Strategies and Community Projects in Latest Meeting
The Village of Riverlea Council met on March 18, 2024, at the Old Worthington Library. Attendees included Mayor Dan E. Schlichting and Council members Jeffrey Amick, Nicholas B. Bartels, Leah M. Pyter, and Emily J. Saving, along with several village officials.
'The turnout just amazed me': Gala raises nearly $130,000 for new dog shelter
CAMBRIDGE − Guernsey County residents turned out in droves to support building the new Guernsey County Dog Shelter. More than 325 guests contributed more than $29,000 just in ticket sales for the recent gala fundraiser at the Pritchard Laughlin Civic Center. “I’m overwhelmed… the turnout just amazed me. It...
Cumberland Residents Invited to Apply for Vacant Board Position at Shade Tree Commission
The Cumberland Shade Tree Commission has a Board member position open. The role requires city residency and meeting attendance. The Commission, made up of nine members, works to improve city management and enhance Cumberland's appearance.
Grants awarded to support STEM educational activities in Guernsey County
NELSONVILLE — Southwestern Energy and the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) have awarded grants to support STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) educational activities in K-12 classrooms and schools in Guernsey County. Nearly $4,500 in funding was provided to public school districts and educators to implement enhanced STEM-based learning materials, opportunities and experiences. ...
Hey Guernsey County: Here's what you need to know to start your week
CAMBRIDGE — The Ohio Educational Service Center Association (OESCA) recognized Caleb Stanberry of Cambridge City School District during the 35th annual Franklin B. Walter All-Scholastic Awards Program. One senior from each county in Ohio was eligible to receive this annual honor. Recipients were required to demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and community service as indicated by high school grades, test scores, school and community activities and awards. Stanberry will attend Kent State University for computer science. LORE CITY...
“Who’s Gonna Want to Move Here?” How Fracking Around Ohio’s Salt Fork State Park is Changing the Area
Recently, the Ohio Oil and Gas Land Management Commission selected the “highest and best” bidders to lease part of Salt Fork State Park, Valley Run Wildlife Area, and Zepernick Wildlife Area
Things to do: Place your bets as Night at the Races returns to benefit county fairgrounds
Hosted by the Guernsey County Fair and fairgrounds to benefit the fair, head to the Deerassic Park for a Night at the Races on Friday, April 19. The doors will open at 6 p.m., with dinner starting at 7 p.m. and racing to follow. Guests can purchase a $40 Pacesetter ticket that includes dinner, a $40 jockey ticket for a horse only, a $75 owner ticket for dinner and a horse or a Breeder's Cup Table for $400 that includes eight dinners and horses. Rounding out the evening will be a 50/50 drawing, a best derby hat contest, and a...
Noble County home listings asked for less money in March – see the current median price here
The median home in Noble County listed for $249,900 in March, down 12.3% from the previous month's $284,925, an analysis of data from Realtor.com shows. Compared to March 2023, the median home list price increased 10.5% from $226,225. The statistics in this article only pertain to houses listed for sale...
Guernsey County home listings asked for more money in March – see the current median price here
The median home in Guernsey County listed for $187,000 in March, up 6.9% from the previous month's $174,900, an analysis of data from Realtor.com shows. Compared to March 2023, the median home list price decreased 15.8% from $222,000. The statistics in this article only pertain to houses listed for sale...
“Who’s gonna want to move here?” How fracking around Ohio’s Salt Fork State Park is changing area
Terri Sabo has a breathtaking view of Salt Fork State Park from her dining room window in Guernsey County. She and her husband Rick Sabo have lived in their ranch home since 1983 — three years after they moved to Cambridge from Canton. Terri loves the dark night skies the park provides, but more recently […] The post “Who’s gonna want to move here?” How fracking around Ohio’s Salt Fork State Park is changing area appeared first on Ohio Capital Journal.
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