Home News

News

State report card discussed at Clinton-Massie BOE meeting

CLARKSVILLE, Ohio — The Clinton-Massie Local School District Board of Education met on Monday at the middle school, where Superintendent David Moss provided updates on the district’s performance and upcoming communication initiatives.

CCSO warns of scams targeting seniors, businesses

Recently, the Clinton County Sheriff’s Office has seen a significant increase in online scams involving senior citizens. In an increasingly digital world, many senior citizens are embracing technology, connecting with loved ones, and accessing services online. However, this newfound connectivity comes with risks, as older adults become prime targets for online scams, according to a news release.

Firefighters quickly extinguish cornfield fire

WILMINGTON, Ohio — Three acres of cornfield north of Wilmington lay charred as the result of a fire early Monday afternoon. The fire began sometime after noon, off of Prairie Road just north of downtown Wilmington, alongside State Route 73 in a small patch of cornfield off the route’s southern shoulder.

Wilmington Lions Club learns about P.E.T. District project

Tony Winner, of the Wilmington Lions Club, recently presented a program on the P.E.T. (Personal Energy Transportation) District project.

The Grim Cleaner celebrates grand opening

The Grim Cleaner, a growing local cleaning service, celebrated its grand opening with an open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new location on Saturday, Oct. 12. The event, held at the South Street Suites, Suite 7, in Wilmington, marked an important milestone for the business, which was founded in April 2023 by Courtney Griffith.

East Clinton/Great Oaks FFA Soil Team wins State Soil Contest

The East Clinton Great Oaks FFA Agriculture Soils Team won the State Soils contest, which qualified them to go to Nationals in Oklahoma.

DeWine: Motor vehicle crashes decrease due to distracted driving law

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced recently that traffic crashes in Ohio significantly decreased in the year since enforcement of Ohio’s strengthened distracted driving law began, according to a news release.

City firefighters promoted

On Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024, two Wilmington Fire Department firefighters were promoted prior to the city council meeting. Firefighter/paramedic Jeff Haines (right) was promoted to fire inspector. Nick Eveland conducted the promotion in the mayor’s conference room.

WHS releases 1st quarter A/B honor roll

Wilmington High School recently released its first quarter A/B honor roll:

Clinton Co. Auditor announces 2nd-annual dog tag coloring contest

WILMINGTON, Ohio — Clinton County Auditor Terence Habermehl has announced the second-annual dog tag coloring contest for children ages 10 and under beginning Nov. 1, with the winner receiving recognition on the auditor’s website as well as a free 2025 Ohio dog license.