Ohio reports fewer than 50 COVID-19 cases per 100,000 residents
News Release Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced recently that the Ohio Department of Health is reporting the two-week statewide average of cases per 100,000 residents is 49.5. These cases occured with...
View ArticleSSCC holds cruise-in commencement to celebrate graduates
N ews Release Southern State Community College honored graduates from the classes of 2020 and 2021 with a “Cruise-In Commencement” Celebration at the Central Campus in Hillsboro. Graduates and their...
View ArticleSSCC announces Honors Lists for spring semester
News Release Southern State Community College has released its President’s List and Dean’s List for academic excellence for Spring Semester 2021. To be eligible for the President’s List, a student must...
View ArticleACRMC offering low-cost health screenings during June
The Adams County Regional Medical Center (ACRMC) is offering low-cost health screenings during the month of June. “The low-cost health screenings that are offered in June are part of an ongoing effort...
View ArticleThe Turkey Season Obituary
By Tom Cross Hopefully this is my last written word on the just passed Ohio turkey season. Since the news coming out of this season is so dire, I’ve decided it’s more of an obituary than a rundown of...
View ArticleHarper, Fuller recipients of 2021 Young Scholarships
Submitted News The Young Memorial Scholarship is an academic/athletic scholarship that honors the lives of David and Mark Young. The 2021 recipients of the Young Memorial Scholarships are North Adams...
View ArticleLocal zoo works to provide fun and education to community
By Ashley McCarty People’s Defender Family Traditions Animal Adventure has enamored the community as they sought to enrich both children and adults over the past two weeks. Last week on Monday, Family...
View ArticleAAA honors Outstanding Peebles Elementary School Safety Patroller
News Release AAA proudly announces this year’s Outstanding School Safety Patroller in Adams County. Alyssa Smiley, a student at Peebles Elementary School, was honored for this achievement during the...
View ArticleAdams County Training Center taking shape
By Ashley McCarty People’s Defender The future Adams County Workforce Development and Training Center is beginning to take shape as renovations are expeditiously implemented both in and outside the...
View ArticleAdams County Library News
By Allison Burton In accordance with Governor Mike DeWine’s order, masks are no longer required in Adams County Public Library locations. However, we do encourage our patrons to wear one unless you are...
View ArticleLincoln Reagan Dinner a success for Republicans
By Ashley McCarty People’s Defender The Adams County Republican Club hosted a successful Lincoln Reagan Day Dinner on June 1. Held at the Willow Event Center in Winchester, Ohio, the venue was packed...
View ArticleCommissioners hold May 24, 25 meetings
Submitted by Terri Crothers The Board of Adams County Commissioners met in regular session on May 24, 2021 at the Government Center with the following members present: Diane Ward, Barbara Moore. and Ty...
View ArticleSouthern State and University of Cincinnati College of Nursing in partnership
News Release Nursing is the only health profession with multiple pathways to entry-level practice. Two of these pathways are the Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) and Bachelor of Science in Nursing...
View ArticleWest Union Council discusses upcoming events, squad purchase
By Ashley McCarty People’s Defender The West Union Village Council met on June 8 to discuss upcoming events, the potential purchase of a squad vehicle, and other business. A motion by Councilman Mark...
View ArticleJefferson Alumni wards 2021 scholarships
Submitted News On May 29, 2021 the Jefferson Alumni held their 96th annual meeting and awarded fifteen $1000 scholarships. This was made possible thanks to the generosity of many Alumni and family...
View Article“Wellness Wednesday” Livestream discusses reaxation techniques
News Release A weekly livestream focusing on wellness opportunities through the Area Agency on Aging District 7 (AAA7) is featured each Wednesday on the AAA7 Facebook page. “Wellness Wednesdays” is...
View ArticleRamblin Relics Country ‘Run For Fun” is June 27
Submitted News The Ramblin Relics of Southern Ohio are pleased to announce the 48th Annual Country Run for Fun. This year’s event will take place on Sunday, June 27 at the Adams County Fairgrounds in...
View ArticleACOVSD discusses finances, upcoming decision on inside millage
By Ashley McCarty People’s Defender The Adams County Ohio Valley School District Board of Education held a special work session on June 8, where finances, inside millage and multi-tiered system of...
View ArticleAdams County Library News
By Allison Burton We have several exciting programs coming up at our libraries! First, visit the West Union Library on Monday, June 21 to learn all about owls. Starting at 11 a.m., the Cincinnati...
View ArticleManchester mural is now complete
By Ashley McCarty People’s Defender Another masterpiece beautifully marks the architecture of Adams County as veteran mural artist Pamela Kellough, of Ross County, Ohio, has completed the mural in...
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