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Naturalist works to get the word out about county’s park district
THORNVILLE — Perry County has had a park district since 1996, but according to district Naturalist Jessie Bennett, this might still come as news to some county residents. “Unfortunately, we’re still in the phase where a lot of people in Perry County don’t know that we have a park district,” Bennett told attendees at a Perry County Chamber of Commerce luncheon held April 16 at Horvath Harbor in Thornville. “So that’s my main goal, to try to remedy that.” ...
Don't neglect to get the lawn mower or lawn tractor ready for the cutting season
LANCASTER − Flowers aren't the only thing that come to life in the spring. So does the grass and it needs to be cut regularly. But you don't want to just pull the mower out of the garage and start cutting. Jay Morris of CEC Turf and Tractor in Canal Winchester and Scott Laughhunn of Foltz Ag in Lancaster said there are several things to do in order to get the lawn mower or tractor reading for the cutting season.
Pickaway County Firefighters Respond to Commercial Structure Fire at PPG Industries
Circleville – Early morning on April 23, 2024, at 4:32 a.m., Pickaway County Fire, Harrison fire and Sheriff Department rushed to PPG Industries following reports of a commercial structure fire. Upon arrival, they discovered signs of smoke or fire suppression chemicals emanating from the rear building’s third floor.
Former Hocking County prosecutor says alcoholism played role in office conduct
The former Hocking County prosecutor said his behavior while in office — including allegations of sexual harassment and engaging in an affair with a county commissioner — was due in part to his mental health and alcoholism. Ryan Black, 41, made the comments through his attorney in a written response to a disciplinary complaint filed against him with the Ohio Board of Professional Conduct. ...
Police say 74-year-old suspected bank robber recently lost thousands to online scammer
FAIRFIELD TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WKRC) - A 74-year-old woman accused of robbing a bank in Fairfield may have been strapped for cash. Police said Ann Mayers was armed as she demanded money at the bank. Surveillance cameras captured the crime on Friday afternoon. “The tellers in the bank, they were terrified....
Summer Camps At LOGAN
Summer will be here before you know it and it is best to start planning for summer activities for your children now. Logan has a summer camp and joining us this morning to tell us all about it is Sarah. For more information, you can give them a call at 574-289-4831 or find them on Facebook at logancenter/.
Frost advisory, freeze warning issued for several Ohio counties
The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a freeze warning or frost advisory for multiple Ohio counties for Thursday morning from midnight until 9 a.m. Franklin, Fairfield, Madison and Pickaway counties in central Ohio are under a frost advisory Thursday morning, with temperatures expected to drop to as low as 33 degrees, which will result in the formation of frost.
Man sued over house construction countersues campground
LOGAN — A lot owner in a local campground who is being sued for building a house on his lot has countersued, claiming that campground officials led him to believe he had full approval to proceed with the project. Bradley Rothgeb also maintains that the deed restrictions he’s being accused of violating have been breached by others in the Lost Hollow Campground — including the Lost Hollow Property Owners Association (LHPOA) itself, which is the party suing him — but that he has been singled...
Licking Co. couple recovers $24k scammed from bank account
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – What a journey it’s been for Eric and Brenda Nickolas. Better Call 4 first spoke with the Pataskala couple months after they noticed some unusual activity in their bank account — nearly $24,000 was withdrawn from their home equity line of credit. The couple insisted they had nothing to do with that […]
Fairfield County Foundation announces 2024 Don C. Wendel Legacy Award recipient
LANCASTER --The Fairfield County Foundation is pleased to announce that Eleanor Hood is the recipient of the 2024 Don C. Wendel Legacy Award. The Foundation presented the award at its 35th Anniversary Dinner on April 17. “Eleanor was very instrumental in the growth of the Foundation, from her role on...
Ashville Viking Festival offers fun for everyone
The Ashville Viking Festival is a blend of history, entertainment and family fun! “We want you to have a fantastic time at the Ashville Viking Festival while also supporting our community,” said Elizabeth Furniss, Executive Director of the Pickaway County Visitors Bureau. “Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to seeing you there!” The annual festival will be Ashville Community Park, which is located 165 Walnut Street. Festival...
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