Information for the local farmers
By Richard Purdin The first half of November has been a welcome sight for farmers trying to wrap up harvest. With daytime highs in the mid 70 and some days reaching close to 80 degrees and nighttime...
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By Allison Burton Calling all teens! Get ready to read, discuss, and share your thoughts about “Carve the Mark” by Veronica Roth! Starting Thursday, Dec. 3, our Virtual Teen Book Club will be...
View ArticleACRMC collaborating with UC Health for Advanced Heart Care
News Release Adams County Regional Medical Center is now proudly offering advanced heart care in collaboration with UC Health and the University of Cincinnati Heart, Lung & Vascular Institute....
View ArticleVietnam Veterans Monument unveiled, local schools honor veterans COVID style
By Ashley McCarty The dedication services for the new Vietnam Veterans’ Monument to honor James H. Woolard, William F. Rigdon, and William D. Sparks was held in Manchester on Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. All...
View ArticleCOVID-19 Update: 21-Day Statewide Curfew
COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted on Tuesday provided the following updates on Ohio’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. STATEWIDE CURFEW Governor DeWine announced...
View ArticleAvoiding “The Color Purple”
By Ashley McCarty The most recent coronavirus updates from the Adams County Health Department were a sobering reminder of the unrelenting nature of COVID-19 in the county. Since the introduction of...
View ArticleACOVSD Board discusses closure, future of athletics
By Ashley McCarty The Adams County Ohio Valley School District Board of Eduaction met virtually on Nov. 16 to address their recent move to virtual learning and the future of athletics. A motion by...
View ArticleWU Council meets Nov. 10, hears report from ACRMC CEO Alan Bird
By Ashley McCarty West Union Village Council met Nov. 10 with special guest Alan Bird, CEO of the Adams County Regional Medical Center. Bird presented the services provided at the hospital and how the...
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By Allison Burton Remember, all Adams County Public Library locations will close at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 25 and all locations will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 26 in observance of Thanksgiving. Due...
View ArticleAdams County Florist and Gifts sells after 30 years
By Ashley McCarty After over 30 years in business, Adams County Florist and Gifts will officially be passed on Nov. 27 to Justin and Abbi Rigdon. Adams County Florist and Gifts has been in operation...
View ArticleLocal groups work together to rescue husky dogs
News Release Over 30 Husky dogs were rescued from poor conditions at an Adams County breeding facility. On Wednesday, Nov. 18, the Humane Society of Adams County (HSAC) received a call from local...
View ArticleMLSD Board discusses five-year financial forecast
By Ashley McCarty The Manchester Board of Education met on Nov. 11 to discuss the five-year financial forecast and district reports. A motion by board member Dave McFarland to approve the agenda was...
View ArticleAdams County Common Pleas Court Report
Oct. 9, 2020 Civil Division Alan M. Wetsig vs Jana Lee Santoriello, Judgment Entry: Partial Dismissal entry with prejudice filed. Alan Wetsig dismisses all claims against progressive specialty...
View Article‘Light Up Adams County’ competition set to begin
Three community members have spearheaded the First Annual “Light up Adams County” Christmas light competition. Starting on Dec. 14, the competition will have both a district winner and an individual...
View ArticleShawnee Family Health Center offering COVID testing
Ohio has seen a surge in COVID-19 cases. If you are experiencing symptoms, have been exposed to someone with COVID-19, or are in a High- risk job, testing is now available at the Shawnee Family Health...
View ArticleAdams County Courts, Health Department partner with UC
By Ashley McCarty The Adams County Courts and Adams County Health Department have announced their partnership with the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine Department of Psychiatry and...
View ArticleFuneral Directors provide comfort, solace, and care to grieving families
Bob Wallace, Wallace Thompson Funeral Homes (Photo by Ashley McCarty) By Ashley McCarty In this week’s edition of “Unsung Heroes,” we unmask the macabre mystery of a funeral director with Bob Wallace...
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Oct. 16, 2020 Civil Division Samuel A. Skidmore vs Leona C. Griffith, Judgment Entry: Judgment Entry final appealable order filed. (Upon review of Village of Peebles motion for summary judgment, the...
View ArticleCommissioners hold Nov. 2 meeting
Submitted by Linda Mendenhall The Board of Adams County Commissioners met in regular session on Nov. 2, 2020 at the Government Center with the following members present: Ty Pell, Barbara Moore, and...
View ArticleAdams County Library News
By Allison Burton Remember, all Adams County Public Library locations will close at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 25 and all locations will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 26 in observance of Thanksgiving. Due...
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