Millersburg Village Council met Monday, Jan. 12 and discussed the following:
—Brent Hofstetter was elected to be the 2026 council president.
—The village is meeting with the engineers and the county Jan. 15 to review preliminary design plans for the Downtown Sidewalk Project Phase 1.
—Stakeholder interviews for the housing study are ongoing.
—The village is waiting on scheduling for the installation of the downtown smart traffic signals.
—Nick from ECOHBA will be at the Jan. 26 council meeting to answer questions. Any downtown building owner who’s thinking about purchasing a building in the village should plan on attending to get information and ask questions.
—The village submitted a grant to the EPA for a generator and is waiting to see if it has been selected.
—Last year council unanimously agreed a marijuana dispensary was a topic best addressed by all voters rather than six people. Council has decided it will vote on this topic at the Jan. 26 council meeting. Because the language on the November ballot was nonbinding, council can decide one way or the other whether to allow the dispensary or not. Any resident who feels strongly either way should contact village council members and let them know their position before Jan. 26. Residents also can email their opinions to the village offices, and their email will be dispersed to all council members. Send them to Nathan.troyer@millersburgohio.com.
—The village is encouraging residents to sign up for their online account for the new water/sewer billing system. The village will need an account number and phone number. If those don’t work and a resident is unable to set up an account, they should contact the village. There are many available options residents can opt for, including autopay and electronic billing. The village will still send out paper bills to those who do not opt for electronic billing.
—The 2026 committee appointments were given to council and approved. Mayor Kelly Hoffee asked council members to come to the next council meeting with their 2026 goals to share.
—Council voted and approved a resolution approving the annexation of 1.220 acres to the village.
—The village has reported many burnt-out street lights to AEP, some more than once. Outages can be reported to the village or on AEP’s website.
Despite rain and warm temperatures, visitors gathered Jan. 10 to watch artists transform blocks of ice into temporary works of art in downtown Loudonville.
Dave Hall was named board chairman during the Jan. 12 meeting, as commissioners set 2026 meeting schedules, appointments and approved key resolutions.
Classic in the Country returns MLK Weekend with top talent, community unity and a continued legacy honoring Martin Luther King Jr., Perry Reese Jr. and Tom Jenkins.
Hundreds of volunteers come together Jan. 27-30 in Berlin to can meat for global hunger relief, turning faith, service and teamwork into meals for families in need worldwide.
The two-day Ohio Grazing Conference will bring farmers, speakers and vendors together Jan. 22-23 at the Mt. Hope Event Center for education, inspiration and networking focused on sustainable grazing and family farming.
Baby girl Oaklynn was born Jan. 1 to parents Joel and Amy, marking the hospital’s first birth of the new year.
Celebrated Jan. 6, Old Christmas remains a quiet, faith-centered day for Amish families, rooted in Epiphany and centuries-old traditions emphasizing rest, reflection and devotion.
Classic in the Country XXIII returns to Hiland with elite matchups, national talent and Ohio’s first girls showcase to use a shot clock.
Village council to vote Jan. 26 after ballot measure deemed nonbinding; residents urged to share input before decision
Hiland earned nonconference wins over Triway and Dover while the girls posted two lopsided Inter-Valley Conference victories last week
West Holmes earned a 54-51 nonleague win Jan. 13 while teams across basketball and bowling split Ohio Cardinal Conference contests last week
Knights go 3-2 against tough field, show resilience across varsity, JV and middle school levels
Pirates earn multiple placings at two-day event at Perrysburg High School
The Smithies’ Jan. 6 win ended Norwayne’s 32-game Wayne County Athletic League regular-season winning streak and tightened the league title race.
With four teams separated by one game in the standings, the Wayne County Athletic League race is expected to remain tight heading into the second half of the season.
Browns fire Kevin Stefanski but keep GM Andrew Berry as ownership faces mounting pressure to finally get it right.
First-ever outdoor holiday market Dec. 5-6 and Dec. 12-13 to feature vendor cabins, lights, food trucks and Krampusnacht festivities
Thrift shop’s donation will support student scholarships and expand access to arts education programs in Holmes County.
Board elects 2026 leadership, sets meeting schedule, adopts policies and approves personnel, calendar and operational resolutions
Families can begin registering children for the 2026-27 school year now, with screenings scheduled for early June.
The Nov. 12 meeting included weight-loss tips, KOPS recognition and a program explaining how adults and seniors can calculate their recommended protein intake.
Professional soloists, orchestra and an 80-member choir will lead the community in the beloved Christmas tradition
The board elected officers, approved its 2026 meeting schedule and handled budget, personnel and policy matters during meetings held Jan. 12 at West Holmes High School.
Council members take oath of office, approve 2026 appropriations, review fire station upgrades and continue work on zoning and short-term rental regulations.
Scholarships support Appalachian Ohio residents pursuing education and training in environmental, natural resource and green technology fields.
Commissioners approve design-build negotiations for new hangar and terminal upgrades, committing $3 million to modernize facilities and attract more aviation traffic.
Funding will support planning efforts to improve Glenmont’s stormwater system and address long-standing flooding issues.
Council will meet twice monthly with holiday exceptions and reduced summer meetings at the village office.
County commissioners plan to integrate AI into the human resources department in 2026 to improve efficiency, training and public service while maintaining data security.
Dr. James Miller elected board president as new members are sworn in and the board approves resolutions, appointments and 2026 meeting plans.
Anna J. Yoder, 90, of Mt. Hope, Ohio passed away at the home of her daughter, Amanda and Allen Troyer on Monday, January 5, 2026, following an extended illness.
Stanton W. Coakley died Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at Pomerene Hospital in Millersburg.
Martha Schrock, 96, of Millersburg, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at her home following a period of declining health.
Sarah E. Barkman, 90, of Farmerstown, Ohio, passed away at her residence surrounded by her family on Saturday, January 3, 2026, after a period of declining health.
David Alpeter, 74, of Dover passed away in his residence on January 3, 2026, following a brief illness.
Lawrence E. “Larry” Treisch, age 76, of Walnut Creek, Ohio and formerly of Galion passed away Sunday, December 28, 2025.
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Benefit Day proceeds support vocational and childcare programs for individuals with special needs in the Amish community
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Unordered deliveries may signal compromised personal information and fake online reviews.
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