Community

Playhouses create community
The Groom family with the Robinson family after a day’s work! Photo by Lisa McCuistonMayor Angie Kirk helps paint some playhouse walls. Photo by Theresa GareeKevin Groom applies coats of…
Upcoming Events
Take Flight into Birdwatching; Oct. 4; 6:00 p.m. Wagnalls Memorial Library, 150 E. Columbus St, Lithopolis Interactive birdwatching session for all ages. Learn essential skills, explore apps, and enjoy fall…
Southeastern
Upcoming Events<>Senior Lunch at the Community Center Every Tuesday; 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. CW Community Center, 45 E. Waterloo St. Enjoy lunch with your fellow club members! RSVPs are…

Goodwill Gallery of Art
by Theresa Garee The Wagnalls Memorial Library is hosting a unique art gallery on the top floor for the month. Artists are all part of the Goodwill Art Studio and…

Kroger Marketplace moving forward
At the corner of Diley and Busey Roads, a mixed-use neighborhood is planned. Photo by Heath Scofield The Pickerington Kroger on Hill Road is four miles north of the new…

Lithopolis Honeyfest
BEE sure to stop by the annual Lithopolis Honeyfest this weekend to see all things bees. Saturday will have music and bake-off winners announced. Visit the mead garden and enjoy…

National Night Out coordinator recognized
Photo from Messenger Archives by Theresa Garee Business owner, Teri Robinson, was recognized at the Madison Township Board of Trustees Meeting on Aug. 26…
Miss Ohio Volunteer 2026
“This upcoming year is all about making the absolute most of the 365 days I’ve been given to serve,” recently crowned Brittney Putnam says of her new title as Miss…
Soberfest Ohio returns Aug.31
Photo provided by Soberfest Ohio Soberfest Ohio is a family affair on Aug. 31 at the Franklin County Fairgrounds. Photo provided by Soberfest Ohio Provided by Soberfest Ohio The 13th…

Smiles 4 Miles
By Theresa Garee The Canal Winchester Human Services kicks off another program to connect to the community. The Smiles 4 Miles program aims to reach senior citizens in both the…
