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Southeast Messenger Hyper-local media outlet covering Canal Wi******er, Obetz, Hamilton Township, Lithopolis, Lockbourne, Groveport & Madison Township in Ohio.

The free printed newspaper publishes every other week by CherryRoad Media Division.

12/08/2025

“We are beyond excited to announce that Hamilton Township has been selected to receive a $75,000 NatureWorks Grant to replace the playground at Hamilton Township Park,” according to a social media post on the township’s page. “This grant, provided through ODNR, helps communities update and expand outdoor recreation areas.”

Click the story link for more: https://www.semessenger.com/2025/12/05/hamilton-township-new-playground-12-07/

The City of Obetz is partnering with the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, Hope Task Force, Hamilton Township Fire Depar...
12/06/2025

The City of Obetz is partnering with the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, Hope Task Force, Hamilton Township Fire Department, Hamilton Local Schools, and Southeast Healthcare to make sure every family has a special holiday season by helping provide gifts for children.

Pickup dates and times will be emailed on Dec. 11. Click the full story to learn how to help.

https://www.semessenger.com/2025/12/03/obetz-holiday-hope-program-12-07/

Skyler Mouser is the founder and owner of Be Great Gym in Reynoldsburg, Ohio — a place that has become so much more than...
12/03/2025

Skyler Mouser is the founder and owner of Be Great Gym in Reynoldsburg, Ohio — a place that has become so much more than a gym. But before Be Great came to life, my brother lived and breathed football. He earned a full-ride scholarship out of high school and even joined the Marines. Then COVID hit, and like so many others, his world turned upside down. His plans changed, but his purpose did not.

Over the last five years, he has poured every ounce of his time, money, and heart into building what is now known as one of the best gyms in Columbus. But Be Great Gym isn’t just a business — it’s a community. It’s a place of friendship, faith, and transformation. It’s a space where people find hope, healing, and the strength to become better versions of themselves.

https://www.semessenger.com/2025/11/26/11-23localbizhighlight/

THEN: Groveport’s Main Street was once a site of new car bliss.In 1955, C.A. Rager advertised used cars for $9 down. Rag...
12/02/2025

THEN: Groveport’s Main Street was once a site of new car bliss.
In 1955, C.A. Rager advertised used cars for $9 down. Rager’s dealership was located at the corner of Wirt Road and Main Street in the village of Groveport and was one of several dealerships in town at the time. Painter Motor Sales, also on Main Street, sold Chryslers.

NOW: the building is slated to be demolished in order to provide a better alignment for a four-way intersection. This demolition follows that of the KidSpace building in late summer. The project will reconfigure Wirt Road to create a right angle intersection of Wirt Road and Front Street; and create more parking in the municipal lot located along Wirt Road, Crooked Alley, and Cherry Street.

https://www.semessenger.com/2025/11/26/11-23groveporthistory/

The end result of a collection of Canal Wi******ers residents, trustees, council members and business owners opened its ...
12/01/2025

The end result of a collection of Canal Wi******ers residents, trustees, council members and business owners opened its doors to the public on Nov. 15.

There are six rooms filled with Canal Wi******er’s history. Located just above the established National Barber Museum and Hall of Fame at 135 Franklin St., visitors can now view historical pieces from the establishment and growth of Canal Wi******er.

https://www.semessenger.com/2025/11/26/11-23cwhistoricalmuseumopens/

The City of Canal Wi******er received a grant from the Ohio EPA (Ohio Environmental Protection Agency) to provide new eq...
11/29/2025

The City of Canal Wi******er received a grant from the Ohio EPA (Ohio Environmental Protection Agency) to provide new equipment that will keep the city roads clear for the winter season.

“As a recipient of the H2Ohio Chloride Reduction Grant in 2024, the City of Canal Wi******er was able to purchase valuable equipment to enhance our brine application process making our deicing program more productive,” Assistant Public Services Director Shawn Starcher said.
http://semessenger.com/2025/11/23/11-23cwreceivesgrant/

The Adopt a Center program brings warmth, care and community spirit to Columbus residents every holiday season. Through ...
11/28/2025

The Adopt a Center program brings warmth, care and community spirit to Columbus residents every holiday season. Through 28 community centers across the city, the program supports seniors, adults and children with essential items and holiday cheer.

During November and December, Adopt a Center provides hot meals, hygiene items, winter coats and clothing for families, along with toys to brighten the holidays for local kids.

There are three easy ways to support your neighborhood center, at whatever level you’re comfortable with.
LEARN MORE: https://www.semessenger.com/2025/11/26/11-23giveback/

From all of us at the Southeast Messenger to all of you, have a happy and safe Thanksgiving!
11/27/2025

From all of us at the Southeast Messenger to all of you, have a happy and safe Thanksgiving!

In collegiate sports, women’s wrestling is designated as an “emerging” sport and is on track to become a championship-le...
11/26/2025

In collegiate sports, women’s wrestling is designated as an “emerging” sport and is on track to become a championship-level sport in 2026, according to the NCAA. the NCAA said.

In Central Ohio, schools like Olentangy Orange and Marysville are leading the charge. USA Wrestling ranked Orange #3 nationally, while Marysville was ranked #2 statewide.

At Canal Wi******er, the girls’ wrestling team has grown from one wrestler in the 2022-2023 season to 12 this year. The first wrestler to sign up was Razilee Wisseh, a state qualifier, who said, “It looked like a lot of fun, and something I would be interested in.”

https://www.semessenger.com/2025/11/23/11-23girlswrestling/

https://www.semessenger.com/2025/11/23/11-23girlswrestling/

Now through December 20, residents can participate in the CEC Turf & Tractor Food Drive, to help those with food insecur...
11/23/2025

Now through December 20, residents can participate in the CEC Turf & Tractor Food Drive, to help those with food insecurity this season. Community members are encouraged to “Fill the Sidekick” by donating non-perishable food, household goods, and personal care items.
Donations can be dropped off at CEC Turf & Tractor.
https://www.semessenger.com/2025/11/17/11-23locafooddrive/

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