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WILMINGTON, Ohio—The Clinton County Veterans Service Commission (CCVSC) is inviting veterans, military families, and members of the community to lace up their walking shoes and join the Clinton County Community & Veteran Volksmarch on Saturday, June 27, 2026, beginning at 9am. The Volksmarch, a traditional community walk designed to promote health, fellowship, and community engagement, will begin at the South Nelson Avenue Bike Trailhead in Wilmington and follow a scenic rout

Ginger Pendell & Angel Boll "Everybody leaves happy... [and the] prices are very, very reasonable," stated Angel Boll, Executive Director of Compassion Wilmington, located at 627 S Nelson Avenue. Compassion Wilmington is a nonprofit organization that offers both a food pantry and thrift store. Through the thrift store and pantry, they provide support, resources, and acts of kindness to those in need. Ginger Pendell, the general manager of the store, shared that the store give

Backyard chickens have become increasingly popular in recent years as more families look for fresh eggs, sustainable living options, and fun educational opportunities right at home. But did you know that keeping chickens is already permitted in certain areas within the City of Wilmington? Under Wilmington’s zoning ordinances, residents may keep up to ten chickens on their property in approved residential zoning districts. Chickens are allowed in single-family homes in TN (Tra

"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

"You can't just stand up in front of the room and give a brief demonstration, and have them go and do, because people are not familiar with this... They've been told their whole lives, 'be careful, don't break the glass,' and here I am telling them to snap it on purpose," shared John Schum, co-owner of South Street Gallery, located at 39 N South Street. The gallery and stained glass studio was founded by John, who began working with stained glass decades ago after learning th

Billy Foster & Dustin Pearce Billy Foster joins the podcast to share stories about the life and lasting impact of his late father-in-law and former Clinton County Prosecutor, Rick Moyer. The annual Pump N Run 5K honors Rick’s legacy in Clinton County while raising funds for a $1,000 scholarship awarded to a local student pursuing further education in Agriculture, Criminal Justice, or History. Sign up for the event at: runsignup.com/Race/OH/Wilmington/4thAnnualRickMoyerLegacyF