Talawanda accepting applications for vacant board position
The Talawanda School District will send applications to those interested in filling the current vacancy on the Board of Education starting Sept. 17.
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David Bothast, first-term Talawanda board member, resigns
David Bothast, a member of the Talawanda Board of Education, resigned Sept. 9 following what he called a campaign of harassment targeting him and his family.
New loan program aims to bring more childcare options to Oxford
People looking to start licensed childcare businesses or expand existing options in Oxford will be eligible for a new forgivable loan from the city.
ILR fall registration opens: Continue learning journey with dozens of options
Older adults can sign up for dozens of course offerings through the Institute for Learning in Retirement this fall, including one focused on local journalism.
Marilyn Elzey, longtime Talawanda teacher and local activist, dies
Marilyn Elzey died on Aug. 27, 2024. She was an English teacher at Talawanda High School for decades and a major force in local activism after her retirement.
Haunted house set to open at old missile base Sept. 6 without certificate of occupancy
A business is advertising "haunted tours" at an old Nike missile base this fall. The county says the business doesn't have a certificate of occupancy, though, and last year the haunted house was shut down under similar circumstances.
Miami soccer season begins with mix of wins, ties and one loss
Miami's soccer team has had two wins so far this season. One game Sept. 1 ended in a tie with neither team scoring.