Pickerington Online

10/11/2025

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC) was recently awarded a national honor for its achievements in its drug-detecting K9 program at an annual conference in New York. Learn more (and see more dog pictures):
https://pickeringtononline.com/odrc-earns-top-dog-honors-at-national-conference

10/10/2025

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Education and Workforce Director Stephen D. Dackin today announced the launch of the Ohio School Bus Safety Grant Program. Learn more:
https://pickeringtononline.com/gov-dewine-announces-10-million-school-bus-safety-grant-program

10/09/2025

Plans for a new Kroger Marketplace in Canal Wi******er are progressing quickly. Road construction is already underway, and store construction is expected to begin this fall. Learn more:
https://pickeringtononline.com/kroger-marketplace-project-moves-forward-in-canal-winchester

Kroger

10/08/2025

Fairfield County Commissioner Steve Davis was honored during the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) Annual Summit on Sustainability held on September 30 at the Hilton Columbus Downtown. Learn more:
https://pickeringtononline.com/comm-davis-receives-2025-leadership-in-mobility-award-from-morpc

10/06/2025

AHA! Children’s Museum is pleased to announce the unveiling of a new, space-themed playhouse, created in partnership with Habitat for Humanity of Southeast Ohio, Kiwanis Club of Lancaster, and The Workforce Center. Learn more:
https://pickeringtononline.com/aha-childrens-museum-unveils-new-space-themed-playhouse
Habitat for Humanity Kiwanis International-Lancaster, Ohio Club

10/06/2025

October 5, 2025 Lori Sanders, who is completing her first term as Violet Township trustee, is seeking re-election this November. She said her primary focus continues to be improving the township without placing additional tax burdens on residents. “The biggest issue facing our community is funding the things we want without using our operating dollars or asking for additional taxes,” Sanders said....

October 5, 2025 Lori Sanders, who is completing her first term as Violet Township trustee, is seeking re-election this November. She said her primary focus continues to be improving the township wi…

10/06/2025

October 5, 2025 For Pickerington business owner Mark Matthews, running for Violet Township Trustee is about more than politics — it’s about preparation. “Simply, I want to help make Violet Township a better place than when I got here,” Matthews said. A resident of the community for more than 15 years and the owner of MMA Insurance on Windmiller Drive for over two decades, Matthews said his campaign centers on…...

October 5, 2025 For Pickerington business owner Mark Matthews, running for Violet Township Trustee is about more than politics — it’s about preparation. “Simply, I want to help make Violet Township…

10/06/2025

October 6, 2025 Violet Township Trustee Terry J. Dunlap, Sr. has devoted his life to public service, community safety, and local traditions that make Pickerington and Violet Township feel like home....

October 6, 2025 Please note: Terry Dunlap did not respond to Pickerington Online’s interview request, the following information came from the Violet Township website at: www.violet.oh.us. Pho…

10/05/2025

The Ohio State Highway Patrol highway (OSHP) is reminding all drivers and passengers of the importance of wearing a safety belt. Learn more:
https://pickeringtononline.com/oshp-reminds-drivers-to-buckle-up-every-trip-every-time

10/04/2025

The Pickerington Education Association is pleased to announce it is endorsing Ryan Holstine, Brooke LaGrasso, and Charles Newman for the three open seats on the PLSD Board of Education in the election on November 4, 2025. Learn more:
https://pickeringtononline.com/pea-endorses-holstine-lagrasso-and-newman-for-school-board

10/03/2025

inspiHER Girls Leadership Foundation Inspires Bloom-Carroll Student- Kaitlynn Mauck- To Compete Nationally. Learn more:
https://pickeringtononline.com/inspiher-inspires-bloom-carroll-student-to-compete-nationally

10/02/2025

In an effort to enhance su***de risk prediction nationwide, researchers at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and College of Medicine are launching the ARTEMIS study funded by a $19.5 million award from the National Institutes of Health. Learn more:
https://pickeringtononline.com/nih-awards-19-5-million-to-osu
The Ohio State University National Institutes of Health (NIH)
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