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"The productions we do are high quality... We want the kids to have a professional theatre experience," stated, Ken Lydy, director at Kids & Company. Kids & Company is a nonprofit, grant-funded organization that provides local children with an opportunity to get involved with fine arts through drama camp and summer shows. The organization was started in 1993 by Lois A. Hock, a professor of theatre at Wilmington College. Ken stated, "It was really a way for kids to get involve

"I think there was something to just being able to help people with your hands, and that was like the main draw. It kind of spoke to me more that people were excited to come into the office and go to the doctor and see the chiropractor... It wasn't always about pain but just overall well-being," stated Dr. Eric Mersch, Owner of Mersch Chiropractic Care, located at 720 Elm Street in Wilmington. Mersch, originally from the Monroe area, started working in the Wilmington College

Residents, nonprofit leaders, elected officials, and business owners gathered at the Murphy Theatre on May 28 to hear from Hamilton Mayor Pat Moeller as part of Wilmington’s ongoing charter government discussions. Moeller shared his experience in public service and discussed how their city's charter operates under a 'Council-Manager' form of government. Located in Butler County, Hamilton is home to approximately 65,000 residents and has spent decades reinventing itself follow

"I was just really interested in the backstory and where the coffee comes from and how it's made and all the creativity that can come from it," stated Carly Davis, owner of Lazy Cat Coffee, a mobile coffee trailer. Carly, originally from Zanesville, has lived in the Wilmington area for two years. After her husband got a job in Dayton, the two decided to move to Wilmington for a "small town feel" and better commute. Carly was previously a project manager; however, she did not

Photo Courtesy of the Wilmington News Journal Wilmington High School student-athletes wrapped up another competitive spring sports season, representing the Hurricanes across baseball, softball, track and field, tennis, and lacrosse. Several teams and individuals posted strong performances throughout the year, including a successful softball season and numerous track and field athletes who ranked among the top competitors in the SBAAC. 2026 SPRING SPORTS RECAP Baseball: Confer

Artistic Exploration The second public meeting for the Wilmington Community Recreation Center Fund was held on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, from 6pm to 7pm at the City of Wilmington Municipal Building. Attendees included Bruce Saunders, President of the Clinton County Trails Coalition, Tom Dreyer, former Business Development Director for Ohio Living Cape May and current Vice President of Southwest Ohio for the National Christian Foundation, Shelly Knowles, and Dustin Pearce. The

WILMINGTON, Ohio (May 26, 2027)—The City of Wilmington announces that crews will begin replacing downtown streetlight fixtures with new LED fixtures beginning today, Thursday, May 28 and continuing through Friday, June 5, weather permitting. The project is part of the City’s ongoing efforts to improve lighting reliability, enhance visibility and safety, and reduce long-term maintenance costs throughout the downtown area. Residents, business owners, and visitors should be awar

WILMINGTON, Ohio (May 27, 206)—Wilmington High School’s (WHS) Cameron Griffith was awarded the $500 Randall J. Harris Scholarship in graduation ceremonies Friday, May 22. Griffith will attend Ohio University in the fall. He ranked in the top 10 in his class academically. Athletically, he participated on the varsity golf, basketball, and baseball teams. He earned all-conference honors in basketball and baseball. Randall James (Randy) Harris, a 1971 graduate of WHS, was a staff

"It’s so much better to be able to build a business here in the community I grew up in…," said Rachel Merkle, owner and operator of Merkle Wellness Solutions, a virtual nutrition education and counseling service. Rachel shared her deep appreciation for the community’s support and encouragement. Rachel and her husband grew up in the area, graduating from Clinton-Massie Local Schools. After moving to Northeast Ohio for college, the two “bounced around,” but eventually came back

Judi Shidaker, Krista Tolliver, Diane Rhonemus, Jim Rankin, and Nancy McKay "Two of the objectives of the club are promoting education and knowledge of Republican values... We also invite and welcome Republican candidates to our meetings and... are able to ask questions and get to know the candidate on a more personal basis,” stated Diane Rhonemus, President of the Clinton County Republican Women’s Club (CCRWC). Diane grew up on a farm in northwestern Ohio and met her husband