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Volunteer to help clean up Walnut Creek

By Linda Dillman Staff Writer How would you like to live in an environment contaminated by old tires, discarded equipment and trash of every size—including rusting...

Honor Flight quilt

A lot of buzz at Honeyfest

madison news

Pioneer Days Festival set for Sept. 28-29

(Posted Sept. 17, 2019) By Kristy Zurbrick, Madison Editor The Madison County Historical Society is gearing up for its annual Pioneer Days Festival. “We have a lot...

DNA in Plain City seeking after-school tutors

(Posted Sept. 16, 2019) By Kristy Zurbrick, Madison Editor Opportunities take many forms when it comes to making a positive difference in the life of a...

Rotary Club holds ‘Flags for Heroes’ ceremony

(Posted Sept. 13, 2019) By Theresa Hennis, Staff Writer London Rotary Club members met Sept. 12 to post flags on the Madison County Courthouse lawn. The Rotary...

southeast news

Cram the Cruiser food drive a big success

New fire chief for Madison Township

By Linda Dillman Staff Writer Madison Township has a new fire chief after a three month search. On Sept. 10, the Madison Township trustees hired Derek Robinson...

Remembering 9/11

southwest news

A community battle on the gridiron

Honoring the lives lost on 9-11

City to host barn dedication at Grant-Sawyer Home

Arts in the Alley weekend celebrates the artistry and traditions of Grove City. In the spirit of both, the community and visitors are encouraged...

westside news

New bull on the block

By Andrea Cordle Westside Editor Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park welcomed a new bison to its herd. In mid-August, a 2-year-old male bison arrived at the park...

Officers elected on Hilltop Area Commission

By Josephine Birdsell Staff Writer The Greater Hilltop Area Commission elected new officers at the Sept. 3 meeting. Jay McCallister, chairman of the commission, was re-elected into...

Trustees discuss properties and trees in FT

By Amanda Ensinger Staff Writer Local leaders continue to look for ways to raise revenue in the community. At a recent Franklin Township meeting, the board...

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