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Wilmington College students conduct research at the Clinton County History Center. Pictured from the left are Hillary LeForge, Beth Mitchell, a WC alumna and longtime volunteer at the History Center, Randi Anderson, Shelby Boatman, executive director of the History Center, and Henry Hildebrandt. Other members of the WC History Council are Emily Switzer, Cameron Chatfield, and William Hildebrandt. Wilmington, OH (December 11, 2025)— The English poet and author Chaucer wrote in

Kathy Szelagiewicz "My goal is just to give the kids their gifts and make sure everybody's happy [on] Christmas morning," stated Kathy Szelagiewicz, Coordinator of the Clinton County HoHo Shop, located at 2483 State Route 22 and 3. The HoHo shop, named after a founding volunteer's granddaughter who couldn't say 'Christmas,' provides coats, clothes, and toys to Clinton County children in need. Parents can apply for gifts in early October through the Tuesday before Thanksgiv

Wilmington, OHIO—The Wilmington-Clinton County Chamber of Commerce is celebrating the holiday season with the return of its $25 Days of Christmas campaign, offering $2,000 in cash prizes and over 40 gifts to local shoppers. Now, in its 17th year, the initiative encourages residents to shop locally while rewarding them for supporting Clinton County businesses. The promotion is part of the Chamber’s 'Local First Clinton County' initiative. “This campaign is one of our favorit

Clinton County Homeless Shelter & One Mission As the holiday season approaches, many people in our community find themselves in need of support, while others are in a position to want to give. Below are 12 ways to give and receive help this holiday season: 1. Animal Care PAWS Humane Society, at 5312 N US Hwy 68, offers free spay and neuter clinics. Donate pet supplies or volunteer. Visit pawshumane.weebly.com. 2. Child Care Clinton County Youth Council, at 302 W Sugartree

Bruce Saunders & Jim Blair “I’m prejudiced to a city manager… I think it’s by far the best way,” stated Jim Blair (R), Washington Court House (WCH) Councilman, at the Wilmington Charter Public Meeting held at the Murphy Theatre on November 11, 2025. Blair, a two-term councilman and Air Force Veteran, spoke about WCH's Charter and gave insight into Wilmington's Charter discussions. Blair focused on the importance of the Charter setup, stating, "[The] setup is so critical. It

Odessa is a young tabby who enjoys playing with catnip, toys, and other cats. She is friendly with people, and needs a home where someone will be home a lot and able to give her plenty of attention. Meet Odessa and her friends by visiting pawshumane.weebly.com

On November 25, 2025, Wilmington City Council held a special meeting at 6pm to discuss a proposed 471-acre Amazon Web Services (AWS) data center, located at 1488 South US Route 68. The meeting began with a presentation from Alex Beres, Executive Director of the Clinton County Port Authority (CCPA), and Josh Roth, Economic Development Director at the CCPA, who said that the data center would essentially help act as a "backbone of the internet" to process, organize, and store d

Dale Kinnison Leesburg, OH (November 21, 2025)— RoofX, a family-owned residential roofing company located in Leesburg, is installing a new shingle roof for a central Ohio veteran at no cost to them. This is the second year that the local, residential roofer has provided a new roof for a hometown hero. Last year, RoofX surprised a U.S. Marine Corps veteran in Hillsboro with a complete roof replacement for his home. This year, the company has selected Dale Kinnison, a U.S. Army

Sophomore Parker Besener extends his leather glove-covered arm for the Harris' hawk to land during Friday's raptor demonstration for a Wilmington College history class. Wilmington, OH (November 21, 2025)— Wilmington College Professor Carly Maris brought her history class to life Friday (Nov. 21) when officials with the Ohio School of Falconry introduced several birds of prey to students learning about Animals of the Ancient World. Indeed, a barn owl, a Peregrine falcon, Euras

Jamie and her family "Jamie’s story is one of profound resilience, faith, and transformation. Her journey through hardships—domestic violence, homelessness, and the devastating loss of her husband—could have broken her, but instead, it became the catalyst for her ultimate healing and renewal. The pain of being abandoned by her husband and losing contact with her daughter left her feeling lost and isolated. Yet, in the midst of this overwhelming despair, Jamie found solace in

Pictured with the three horses, from the left are WC equestrians, Isabella Bruss, Braylee Burkitt, and Scout Meyer, the filly Tipsy, equestrian Lauren Murphy, and Hadssah Oliver, Daren Wright (equine program director), the filly Mabel, equestrian Maegan Pearson, President Corey Cockerill, the filly Tito, equestrian Hattie Hobbs, Pam McCory (Board of Trustee Member), and Tammy Shadley (vice president for advancement) Wilmington, OH (November 20, 2025)— Cathy Linderman always w

Wilmington, OH— Step into a storybook Christmas as you wander through the historic downtown streets, which sparkle with twinkling lights and festive storefront windows, that fill the air with holiday magic and cheer! On Saturday, November 29th, at 7pm, the 18th annual HomeTown HoliDazzle Illuminated Parade begins the Christmas holiday season in Downtown Wilmington Along with the parade, there will be a train ride and other activities for the children, band and choir concerts,

Jonathan McKay On October 6, 2025, Jonathan McKay, Wilmington Transit Director, spoke at the 3M Club at Ohio Living Cape May. McKay began his presentation by sharing that in August, Wilmington Transit System (WTS) transported 12,540 riders, roughly equivalent to the population of Wilmington. He stated, "We haul all walks of life... We haul from the extremely wealthy to two dollar or one dollar is all that people have in their savings." According to McKay, prior to his start

Pictured from left to right: Kirby Keltner (Cemetery Superintendent), Kelly Hopkins (Clinton County Veterans Service Commission Secretary), and John Walker (Clinton County Veterans Service Commission President Wilmington, OH (November 17, 2025)—The Clinton County Veterans Service Commission would like to thank Cemetery Superintendent Kirby Keltner and the staff of Sugar Grove Cemetery and Jack Rose for all their assistance in helping the Clinton County Veterans Service Commis

Photo from the June 14, 2025, Books In Bags event Wilmington, OH (November 18, 2025)—Just in time to get some last-minute stocking stuffers, the Friends of the Wilmington Public Library (FOL) will give you another opportunity to bag some books at the library from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20. Mark your calendars for Books in Bags in the basement of the library, 268 N. South St., Wilmington, Ohio. Those attending need to provide their own bags and may also register for