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Outstanding Women of Clinton County: Cherie Dixon

This is the second of seven profiles of the honorees of the 25th-annual Outstanding Women of Clinton County Class of 2024. More information on the event, including how to obtain tickets, appears at the end of each profile.

Blanchester man sentenced in abduction/assault case

WILMINGTON — A Blanchester man has been sentenced to jail time and community control after pleading guilty to abduction and assault.

Shidaker, Wilkin square off to become county prosecutor

CLINTON COUNTY — Two former assistant county prosecutors for Clinton County are seeking to become the new county prosecutor at the March 19 primary election.

Local Red Cross chapter honored with proclamation

WILMINGTON — In a ceremony held at the Clinton County Commissioners’ meeting on Monday morning, the South Central Ohio Chapter of the American Red Cross was honored for its dedication to the community.

Community Calendar

The following are upcoming events in Clinton County:

Cockerill named WC’s 20th president

WILMINGTON — Wilmington College’s Board of Trustees selected Dr. Coreen “Corey” Cockerill as its 20th president during its winter meeting on Friday.

Outstanding Women of Clinton County: Rita Butcher

This is the first of seven profiles of the honorees of the 25th-annual Outstanding Women of Clinton County Class of 2024. More information on the event, including how to obtain tickets, appears at the end of each profile.

Division of Wildlife commends locals

WILMINGTON — Clinton County Prosecutor’s Office and Clinton County Sheriff’s Office staff were recently recognized for their actions surrounding the successful prosecution of the case involving the Dec. 20, 2020 shooting of Ohio Wildlife investigator Kevin Behr.

Drive-in demolition begins

Crews started the demolition of the old Wilmington Drive-In Theater on Thursday. The drive-in theater last operated in 2015 and is now the site of a housing development. The area was rezoned in 2022 by Wilmington City Council. The area will feature 113 single-family residents.

Community Calendar

The following are upcoming events in Clinton County: