The Fayette County Farmers Market Mural was completed last September in downtown Washington Court House. The mural was a partnership between the City of Washington C.H. and Fayette County. It features the design of muralist Eric Henn and is now located on the Kiger and Kiger building. “The story of family farming underscores a legacy […]
By Jane Beathard LOGAN, Ohio – The first thing visitors notice about the new Hocking Hills State Park Lodge & Conference Center is its towering three-story entrance and sun-drenched lobby. Floor-to-ceiling windows in both in the front and back of the lobby offer spectacular views of the surrounding hills and forests. Two 39-foot stone fireplaces, […]
Hillsboro man unearths history here and across US By John Hackley Hillsboro resident Paul Gaines has been collecting arrowheads and stones for more than 30 years, and he has amassed a collection of nearly 5,000 pieces. His fascination with the artifacts began when he was in the fifth grade. “When I was in school, we […]
PRAIRIE DU SAC, Wis.— Nearly 34 million Americans face food insecurity on a regular basis, and from Nov. 14-18, Culver’s restaurants nationwide are joining the effort to assist them. During the Concretes for a Cause event, $1 from every Concrete Mixer sold will go to local food banks. All Culver’s restaurants systemwide will take part […]
From pumpkins to alpacas and much more By John Hamilton Whether it’s planting, herding, or preserving, there’s plenty of agriculture in Clinton County. There are also many ways to explore this vital offering of the county and throughout Ohio with agritourism. Visit with fuzzy friends If folks are wanting to see some less-than-traditional farm animals, […]
By Jane Beathard President Theodore Roosevelt — actually impersonator Josef Otmar — addresses the audience at the 100th anniversary of the Roosevelt Game Preserve, which is now Shawnee State Forest and State Park. President Theodore Roosevelt was a famous bear hunter. That’s how Teddy Bears got their name. WEST PORTSMOUTH, Ohio – President Theodore Roosevelt […]
By Abby Shrout Shrimp alfredo served with garlic bread and a side of broccoli. Huge fried fish sandwich served with a side of slaw and tartar sauce. Southwest hamburger sandwich topped with battered peppers, pepperjack cheese, and chipotle mayo. This entree is served with Champions french fries topped with beer cheese and candied bacon. On […]
Portsmouth launches Ohio River Way By Adam Black PORTSMOUTH — With a three, two, one and a push-off the bank, the first Ohio River Way team started its inaugural journey to Louisville, Kentucky. To kick off the newly formed Ohio River Way, residents, councilmembers and adventurists met at the Portsmouth Riverfront. Travelers started their 250-mile […]
Piper Wilkin is pictured with her pumpkin pie. This is Piper Wilkin’s cake of many colors. One of local state Rep. Shane Wilkin’s (R-Hillsboro) daughters says she would like to be a chef. In fact, Wilkin said 12-year-old Piper Wilkin “is a baking machine.” After seeing an “In the Kitchen with Sharon” feature in The […]
By Jane Beathard He was a husband, father, businessman, general, 18th U.S. president and in the late 1800s the most popular public figure in the U.S. Hiram Ulysses Grant was also an Ohio native – born exactly 200 years ago in Pt. Pleasant in Clermont County. Grant’s father, Jesse, moved his family to Georgetown in […]