Back to school time in the county
Peebles Elementary Art teacher Vicki Humerickhouse-Vollet works on one of the new wall murals that will be decorating the school for the 2018-19 school year. (Photo by Patricia Beech) OVSD’s elementary...
View ArticleWinchester prepares for Homecoming Festival
By Patricia Beech People’s Defender Ghost rides, big-time wrestling, caramel corn, antique tractor displays, and the artistry of local quilters are just a few of the events and activities featured at...
View ArticleHer story lives on
The entire county is mourning the loss of one of its biggest inspirations, as Samantha Jameson , right, passed away on Aug. 16. (Provided photo) There’s a brand new star up in heaven tonight – By...
View ArticleLocal business steps up to help fledgling Pee Wee football teams
By Patricia Beech People’s Defender A Peebles business has stepped up to help the village’s new Pee Wee Football Program by providing funds to personalize the players’ game jerseys, according to Brenda...
View ArticleAdams County Christian School opening ‘new’ doors for 38th year
On Aug. 27, the Adams County Christian School opened its doors to students for its 38th academic year. This year’s students will find those doors have been doubled. ACCS stepped up security several...
View ArticleWinchester hosts Homecoming Festival
MacKenzie Toole crowned 2018 Queen – By Patricia Beech – Festivalgoers last weekend endured rain and muggy heat, but organizers of the Winchester Homecoming Festival say the weather didn’t seem to...
View ArticleAEP hosts Family Fun Day
Annual event serves up fun, food, and fellowship to thank employees and their families – By Patricia Beech – American Electric Power (AEP) hosted its second annual Family Fun Day on Friday, Aug. 10...
View ArticleWater company and local villages receive EPA dollars
By Patricia Beech – Two Adams County villages and a local utility company are among nearly two dozen recipients slated to receive low-interest and principal-forgiveness funding from the Ohio...
View ArticleFormer WU teacher accepts plea deal
Laura Welfley Sentencing to be held in mid-October – By Patricia Beech – A former Ohio Valley School District teacher charged with having an inappropriate relationship with a 17-year-old male student...
View ArticleNew animal petting farm opens in Wheat Ridge community
Owner says it’s the fulfillment of a life-long dream – By Patricia Beech – From a red kangaroo to a miniature cow, children and adults alike get to interact with and learn about a variety of exotic...
View ArticleManchester Mayor resigns citing ill health
Councilman Wagner appointed to mayor’s seat – By Patricia Beech – The Manchester Village Council unanimously appointed C.L.’Skip’ Wagner as mayor of Manchester Tuesday night following the resignation...
View ArticleTechnology in the classroom
OVSD supplies Chromebooks to area high schools – By Patricia Beech – Imagine having the world at your fingertips while sitting in a classroom. That’s an experience the Ohio Valley School District wants...
View ArticleJunior Fair hosts 55th BBQ
Annual dinner benefits county fairgrounds – By Patricia Beech – A record number of barbecue lovers turned out for 55th Junior Fair Beef BBQ held Thursday, Sept. 6 at the Ohio Valley Career and...
View ArticleFerguson appointed to Teen Ambassador Board
Kaylee Ferguson, a junior at Peebles High School, has been named to Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine’s Teen Ambassador Board for the 2018-19 school year. (Provided photo) PHS junior will work with AG...
View ArticleRick Adamson named General Manager of the Year
Rick Adamson, General Manager of the Adams County Regional Water District, was recently recognized by the Ohio Rural Water Association (ORWA) for his commitment to excellence. He was named Manager of...
View ArticleACCS offers Life Skills Class
The Adams County Christian School is excited to offer Botvin Life Skills Training to high school juniors and seniors in the 2018/2019 school year. This program has been proven to prevent drug use by up...
View ArticleOVCTC elects FFA Officers for 2018-19 school year
The Ohio Valley Career and Technical Center would like to present their FFA officers for the 2018-2019 school year. President: Dalton Black, Vice President: Jaycee Baldwin, Assistant VP: Tommy Stout,...
View ArticleAdams REC Annual Meeting touts financial stability, improvements
Adams Rural Electric Cooperative (Adams REC) completed the final stages of its technology upgrade in 2017 that has resulted in significant improvements in the reliability of electric service throughout...
View ArticleInter-Faith House seeking donations
Free clothing giveaway to be held Monday, Sept. 17 – By Patricia Beech – In Adams County, the Inter-Faith House food pantry is a lifeline for more than 400 families who would be deprived of the most...
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