SSCC’s Practical Nursing Program celebrates graduation
News Release Fourteen graduates of Southern State Community College’s Practical Nursing program were recognized during a December 9 pinning ceremony at the college’s Central Campus in Hillsboro....
View ArticleEarl and Helen Johnson Scholarship Fund established
The Adams County Community Foundation has announced the creation of the Earl and Helen Johnson Scholarship Fund by a native Adams Countian who wants to give back to the community that was so good to...
View ArticlePeebles graduate earns MBA in Accounting
Submitted News Chris Newman of Rancho Cucamonga, California, graduated Magna Cum Laude, with a GPA above 3.8 from Azusa Pacific University. Newman has earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA)...
View ArticleFood Council honored by County Commissioners
News Release The Adams County Food Council, and their efforts and commitment to solidify Adams County’s strong and resilient local food system, was recognized by the Adams County Commissioners during...
View ArticleAdams County Library News
By Julia McCane-Knox All Adams County Public Library locations offer a weekly Curbside After School Meal Program for children, ages 18 and under. Each child will receive a bag of seven balanced meals...
View ArticleACOVSD Board holds first meeting of new year
By Ashley McCarty People’s Defender The Adams County Ohio Valley School District Tax Budget hearing was held on Jan. 4, followed by the first meeting of the year. “The cover page shows all funds that...
View ArticleTime to be winter ready
By Teresa Carr Administrative Assistant Information from AAA7 – It’s Time to Be Winter Ready – Winter STEADY Winter can be a lovely time of year, but snow, sleet and icy roads and walkways can make...
View ArticlePeebles Elementary holds annual Spelling Bee
Peebles Elementary School Spelling Bee Participants. In no particular order: Slade Abbott, Carson Storer, Easton Wallingford, Chloe Myers, Kaylee Gibson, Zaylee McClanahan, Cale Campbell, Brianna...
View ArticlePeebles Village Council hears more water concerns
By Ashley McCarty People’s Defender The Peebles Council meeting commenced on Jan. 4 with the swearing-in of Councilmen Charles Countryman, Eugene McFarland, Austin Cross and Dave Stephens by Solicitor...
View ArticleAnother year in the books, 2021 in review
By Ashley McCarty People’s Defender As the year comes to a close, we find ourselves either bracing for the impact of another new year, or breathing a sigh of relief. 2021 has been a rollercoaster —...
View ArticleAdams County Medical Foundation awarding $10,000 in scholarships
News Release The Adams County Medical Foundation is pleased to announce the availability of five $1,000 scholarships and one $5,000 scholarship available to Adams County students pursuing a career in a...
View ArticleCommissioners hold December 20 meeting
Submitted by Terri Crothers The Board of Adams County Commissioners met in regular session on December 20, 2021, at the Government Center with the following members present: Diane Ward, Barbara Moore...
View ArticleFairfield Local Schools searching for new Superintendent
The Fairfield Local Board of Education has selected the Southern Ohio Educational Service Center (SOESC) to assist with the selection of their next superintendent. The SOESC has many years of...
View ArticleInformation for the local farmer
A new year is here once again, it is hard to believe that it is 2022. With a new year comes new possibilities and opportunities for farmers. Just as any business most opportunities come with their...
View ArticleBuild your New Year’s Resolution with the 4-H Pledge
News Release Happy New Year! I, like many of you, am looking forward to 2022 as an opportunity to reset, refocus, and reenergize myself. A new page on the calendar gives us the chance to begin fresh...
View ArticleWU Village Council releases official minutes of December 14 meeting
Submitted News West Union Village Council met in regular session at 7 p.m., on December 14, 2021, at the Municipal Building, Mayor Jason Buda presiding. Call to order, pledge to the flag, and roll...
View ArticleSSCC staff Fugate, Ginn, Mootispaw, Zile awarded for excellence
News Release The Strategic Ohio Council for Higher Education (SOCHE) has honored four Southern State Community College staff members who demonstrated excellence in teaching, service and scholarship in...
View ArticleACRMC welcomes Orthopedic Physician Assistant
News Release The Adams County Regional Medical Center is pleased to announce the addition of Kevin Hilgenberg, Orthopedic Physician Assistant, to its medical staff. He joins the growing Orthopedic and...
View Article3, 2, 1 — liftoff into the Space Force
By Ashley McCarty People’s Defender Taylor Gast, 26, of Seaman, Ohio, is taking a leap into the exosphere and joining the Space Force. The Space Force is the newest branch of the Armed Forces and was...
View ArticleOhio expands COVID-19 Testing locations with support from Ohio National Guard
News Release Ohio Governor Mike DeWine earlier this week announced additional Guard deployments to support COVID-19 testing locations across the state, including three testing locations in Cincinnati....
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