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Elsmere to amend backyard chicken regulations
The city of Elsmere held a first reading of an ordinance Tuesday that would amend the current regulations concerning backyard chickens — with the help of local students. The city council invited local middle and high school students to participate in the eighteenth annual student government meeting with Mayor Marty Lenhof, where students from sixth […]
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Katie Hehman named new Elsmere city clerk
The city of Elsmere welcomed Katie Hehman as its new city clerk at the city council’s Feb. 6 caucus meeting. While Hehman was originally hired as deputy clerk, Misty Ezell, who previously held the position, resigned to relocate with her family to South Carolina. Council unanimously decided Hehman should fill the city clerk vacancy at […]
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Elsmere considering ordinance on urban chicken pilot program
An urban chicken pilot program dominated the discussion at Elsmere City Council’s caucus meeting on Jan. 2. Realtor Eric Bunzow joined five other Elsmere residents to provide updates on their chicken-raising efforts. Spearheaded by Bunzow, the urban chicken pilot program went live in Elsmere on May 1, 2023, following discussions throughout June and July of […]
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Elsmere awards police officer for upholding traffic safety
The city of Elsmere recognized police officer Amber Ford for her efforts in combating impaired driving at their Dec. 12 council meeting. According to Elsmere Police Chief Russell Wood, Elsmere has seen 24 driving violations this year, 12 of which have been attended to by officer Ford. In recognition of her hard work and dedication, […]
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Elsmere authorizes sale of industrial revenue bonds
The city of Elsmere authorized the sale of up to 140 million industrial revenue bonds for a development project at the city council’s November meeting. Under the order, proceeds from the sale of bonds will be used to pay for the construction and outfitting of a manufacturing, processing or assembly facility of any commercial products […]
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Dayton Heritage Museum celebrates 10th anniversary: ‘It’s the best thing in town’
A donations jar sat at the entrance on a lace tablecloth. Water and cookies were served. A whiteboard scrawled with signatures greeted passersby from a window to announce the grand opening of the Tharp Dayton Heritage Museum, which celebrated its 10th anniversary on Thursday. As the evening wore on, a crowd of partners, longtime residents […]
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Dayton honors retiring police sergeant, welcomes new officer
Dayton City Council honored the retirement of Sergeant Mark Wilke at their meeting this month. The city also swore in Jacob Smith, the newest officer to join the police force. Wilke began his law enforcement career with the Campbell County Police Department, where he met and became good friends with current Dayton Police Chief David […]
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‘We have no purpose for the building’ Cold Spring DAV development going as planned
Preparation of the former Disabled American Veterans, known as DAV, site slated for future development is going as planned, said representatives from Cold Spring City Council. While still standing, the building on the site is expected to be torn down by the turn of the year, said Mayor David Penque. HVAC and water systems in […]
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Dayton enters partnership with Enterprise for police vehicle replacements
The city of Dayton will enter a partnership with Enterprise Fleet Management, authorizing the company to lease vehicles to the city and take charge of maintenance within the lease terms. The partnership was announced by way of an order-resolution that passed with a unanimous vote at the Sept. 5 council meeting. The city will spend […]