Summer Crisis Program runs through September 30
The Ohio Department of Development and ABCAP will help income-eligible Ohioans stay cool during the hot summer months. The Home Energy Assistance Summer Crisis Program provides eligible Ohioans...
View ArticleFarewell friend
By Sherry Larson People’s Defender The Incredibles, the Fab Five, a functional but dysfunctional family – whatever you call us, the motley crew at The People’s Defender’s office is about to say goodbye...
View ArticleSouthern State’s campus leaders assume additional roles to start the 2023-24...
Effective July 1, a shift in staffing roles took place to better fulfill Southern State Community College’s mission and vision as well as align with the institution’s strategic goals for the academic...
View ArticleAdams County Library News
By Julia McCane-Knox Are you on the hunt for an exciting and educational activity to keep your kids occupied? Well, search no more! Storytime is the perfect solution. Not only will your little ones...
View ArticleFun activities for seniors to live your best life (Part 3)
By Teresa Carr Administrative Assistant Excerpt from Love to Know – 20 Fun Activities for Seniors to Live Your Best Life by Megan Cooper, M.A.S., B.S. History, Part 3 of 3. Just because you’re aging...
View ArticleJohnson introduces resolution comdemning China for flood of illegal drugs
News Release State Senator Terry Johnson (R-McDermott) recently announced the introduction of Senate Concurrent Resolution 7, condemning China for its role in the global drug trade. “Not only is China...
View ArticleFROM THE ARCHIVES
(By Stephen Kelley from the People’s Defender 1983) In the late 1850’s, Thomas Webster moved to Fairfax. He was a peddler and made Fairfax his base of operations as he sold and traded his goods through...
View ArticleSouthern State invests in Learning Services / Accessibility Support
News Release Southern State’s Ryan Hall, Learning Services and Accessibility Coordinator, is gearing up for Fall Semester, which begins August 21. Over the summer, Hall has been developing, directing,...
View ArticleFree Community Suicide Awareness/Prevention Training is September 5
News Release The Area Agency on Aging District 7 (AAA7) is offering a community training for suicide awareness and prevention called QPR: Question, Persuade, and Refer. The training is free and will be...
View ArticleSouthern State’s Aviation program offers big opportunities, salaries
Southern State Community College, in partnership with Great Oaks Career Campuses, offers an associate degree in Engineering: Aviation Maintenance as well as two certificate programs. The educational...
View ArticleSSCC announces newest graduate from Ohio Leadership Academy for Student Success
News Release Meg Storrs, Administrative Assistant for Southern State’s Nursing Department, has graduated as a fellow of the newest class of the Ohio Leadership Academy for Student Success. Sponsored by...
View ArticleStrokes rising in young populations: Here’s what you need to know
(StatePoint) Often times stroke is associated with older populations, but many people are unaware that it can occur at any age. In fact, one out of five people who have a stroke are under age 55. A...
View ArticleAuditions for SSCC Theatre’s ‘The Diviners’ August 25, 26
SSCC Theatre will hold auditions for the fall production of “The Diviners,” by Jim Leonard, Jr. Open to community members and students, auditions will be held at 6 p.m. on Friday, August 25, and at 10...
View ArticleDriver Safety: Faster isn’t always better
News Release Motorists in a hurry might view a higher speed limit as a benefit, but according to a new study by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, raising posted speed limits may do little to save...
View ArticleWenstrup hosts Fentanyl roundtable
By Sherry Larson People’s Defender Congressman Brad Wenstrup was back hosting a roundtable in Clermont County on August 9 to, again, discuss the illicit Fentanyl crisis. “What is it going to take for...
View ArticleWinchester Homecoming Festival is this weekend
By Sherry Larson People’s Defender Patsy Roberts, the organizer of the Winchester Homecoming Festival, is preparing for the upcoming August 25 – 27 weekend. Community yard sales commence on Friday at 8...
View ArticleJr. Fair Beef BBQ is September 7
Submitted News The big banner has been hung, the firewood has been cut, and the meat and supplies have been ordered. The 2023 Jr. Fair Beef BBQ will be on Thursday, September 7 from 4:30 – 7 p.m. at...
View ArticleWinchester Happenings
By Joyce Porter and Patsy Roberts Preparations are made and we are on the countdown for The Winchester Homecoming Festival this weekend which begins at 5:30 p.m. Friday evening. Continuing with some of...
View ArticleAloha to Mea Kaumaha Loa
By Sherry Larson People’s Defender A trip to Hawaii – one of the most beautiful places to vacation and especially honeymoon in the United States – often has travelers on the edge of their seats...
View ArticleNew to Adams County – big on connection
By Sherry Larson People’s Defender Hope – a longing – an expectation – an anticipation. “We hope you’re well.” Sometimes – someone comes up with a great idea. And if that idea comes from your child –...
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