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Campus-area former church bought for $5.1M ahead of demolition
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — An out-of-state developer bought a former church with plans to raze it to make way for student housing. On Oct. 1, Chicago-based UP Campus Properties purchased several plots on East 16th Avenue, including the site of a former church. The $5.1 million investment marks the next step in a student housing […]
Homecoming king and queen crowned at Friday’s game
LOGAN — At Friday night’s Logan High School football game, students Loreli Corbell and Cole Hoffman were chosen as Homecoming queen and king for 2024. Corbell is the daughter of Loretta and Jeremy Schein. She is on the cheerleading team for football and basketball as well as the softball team and the Drug Free Club of America. She plans to begin studies next fall at The Ohio State University to become a radiology technician. ...
Columbus approves funds to rehab Hilltop park
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Major upgrades are on the way for a city park which has not seen any big changes since the 1990s, according to an ordinance approved Monday night by city council. Improvements will be made to Hauntz Park in the Hilltop. Joe Jones and his family are regulars there. “I have seen […]
Commission candidate wants to engage more of county’s young people
The Republican candidate in the only contested race for Perry County commissioner on the Nov. 5 ballot describes himself as a newcomer to politics. “I come from a family that puts faith and family first, and nobody was ever really involved in politics in my family,” explained Chase Bennett. “Nobody in my family has ever run for an office. So I come from a background where this is a new challenge for me and my wife.” ...
Circleville Police Reports, Oct. 7
Circleville Police Reports for Oct. 7-8: Date/Time Street Name Incident Disposition — reports are posted online too at circlevilleherald.com Date/Time Street Name Incident Disposition OCT. 7 10/07/24 00:31:48 Traffic Stop Warning Issued10/07/24 01:15:31 AVON DR Suspicious Person; Threats/Harassment Report Taken10/07/24 01:34:48 S COURT ST Noise Complaint No Report Taken10/07/24 01:55:56 HARRISON ST Suspicious Vehicle Checked...
LETTERS: Ohio's Republican leaders seem to be against fair elections
I am a 73-year-old resident of Ohio, and I have participated in state elections throughout my life. I must say, I have never been more disappointed than I am today with our politicians in Columbus and their actions regarding Issue 1. Issue 1 was the result of the collective efforts of our fellow citizens who worked thousands of hours and took time out of their already busy, stressful lives to gather the signatures of over 700,000 voters,...
Historic Newark building that caught fire will soon be demolished
NEWARK, Ohio — A 124-year-old Newark building that caught fire earlier this year is set to be demolished. The Avalon Apartment building in Downtown Newark caught fire on March 23, displacing 24 people. LEADS, a community and emergency services organization, announced Tuesday that the building would be demolished. The...
Perry County road construction updates
Current and upcoming road closures and restrictions for Perry County are listed below. Click on each route to see the location at OHGO.com. State Route 93 bridge replacements — This project includes bridge replacements and preventative maintenance of bridges along state Route 93. Estimated project completion is October 2024. • Continued impacts: One-lane of traffic will be maintained utilizing temporary signals State Route 93 resurfacing — This project will resurface the pavement on state Route 93 from the New Lexington Corporation limit to the Hocking County line. Estimated project completion is fall 2024. • Continued impacts: Traffic maintained with a flagging operation. Submitted by the Ohio Department of Transportation
Marc Rogols to serve as new Pumpkin Show Chairman
The 2024 Pumpkin Show will include familiar traditions and new ideas, and a new organizational structure, too. The Mayor of Circleville has always been the ceremonial President, and this year Mayor Michelle Blanton will continue that as her official title. With Barry Keller stepping down after many years of leadership, Marc Rogols is the new chairman and he will also be designated “President.” Rogols has established an Executive Committee, which...
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