Jackson High School Choir Director Ash Culbertson (foreground) directs six senior choir members in the singing of “The Star-Spangled Banner” at the beginning of the Commencement Program for the Jackson High School Class of 2025 on Friday evening, May 23 at Alumni Stadium. The singers (from the left) are Jacey Hively, Marcus Naugle, Reed Rosler, Brice Edwards, Olivia Taylor, and […]
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Jackson County Farmers Club to hold next meeting Monday, June 16
FREEThe next meeting of the Jackson County Farmers Club will be held on Monday, June 16 at the Jackson County Extension Office. This program will provide an update on the grain markets by Dr. Seungki (phonetically pronounced Sung–Key) Lee. The meal for this program will start at 6:30 p.m., and the program will begin at 7 p.m. Anyone is welcome […]
Hope Methodist Church to host Free Community Lunch on Wednesday, June 18
FREEThe Hope Methodist Church of Wellston will conduct a Free Community Lunch on Wednesday, June 18 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, June 18. The menu will include pulled pork, slaw, chips and dessert. For takeout or delivery service within Wellston, call 740-384-2663. The church is located at the corner of First Street and New York Avenue in […]
Oak Hill Council discusses developing long-term pool improvement plan
Oak Hill Village Council members discussed conducting a long-term feasibility study of the village-owned Margaret Ann Pool during their regular meeting on Tuesday evening, June 10. Mayor Paul McNeal noted the village could bring in professionals to address needs, review usage of spaces and advise on future repairs and possible renovations. McNeal wants the pool to continue to be a […]
Ladies Prayer Tea set for Wednesday, June 18 at Jackson Presbyterian Church
FREEThe Ladies Prayer Tea will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 18 at the First Presbyterian Church of Jackson. Breakfast will be served and a period of good fellowship is anticipated. A brief service will follow at 10 a.m. For information, call 740-286-0746.
Austin Powder shares update regarding chemical release at Vinton County plant
FREEOn Wednesday morning, June 11, employees at Austin Powder’s Red Diamond Plant near Zaleski were forced to evacuate after a release of a chemical compound known as “nitrogen oxide” occurred. This led to nearby township residents as well as residents of the Village of Zaleski also fleeing for safety. Austin Powder is a leader in the manufacture, distribution, and application of industrial […]
Wellston woman charged following pursuits with deputies
Kendra Peck faces nine charges in Vinton County courtsA Wellston woman who was recently involved in two different vehicle pursuits with Vinton County Sheriff’s Office deputies faces a total of nine charges in two different Vinton County courts. The Vinton County Sheriff’s Office reported that after receiving multiple reports from multiple people regarding theft, telecommunications harassment, criminal trespassing and menacing, a warrant was issued for the arrest of […]
Demolition/rebuild favored option for Memorial Building project
Jackson Mayor Randy Evans and the city’s consulting architect are both recommending that the Memorial Building be demolished and replaced with a new City Hall building built on the same site. Evans and BDT Architects and Designers Project Manager Jim Thomas revealed and explained their recommendations to Jackson City Council during its regular meeting on Monday evening, June 9. BDT […]
Culvert replacement, resurfacing projects in Jackson County to begin Monday, June 16
FREEThe Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) District 9 announces there are two construction projects beginning next week which are anticipated to affect highways in Jackson County. All outlined work is weather permitting. Visit OHGO.com for travel updates or follow the (ODOT) District 9 on Facebook or Twitter for current Jackson County construction information. State Route 93 Culvert Replacement – A culvert replacement project on State Route 93 […]
Limerick Grange 1917 Annual Strawberry Festival to be held Saturday, June 14
FREELimerick Grange 1917, of 44 Savageville Road, will hold its Annual Strawberry Festival on Saturday, June 14 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. The menu will include chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, green beans, coleslaw, a roll, drink and strawberry shortcake for $10. Carry-out options will be available. A 50/50 split-the-pot drawing will also be held.
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