Today is the Day!! Nelsonville Aquatic Center Dog Swim Mon, 9/9/24, 4PM to 7PM, $5 per dog to benefit the Nelsonville Dog Park

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Today is the Day! the Nelsonville Aquatic Center is sponsoring a Dog Swim in less than a week. The event will benefit the Nelsonville Dog Park. The Dog Swim is Monday, September 9, 2024, from 4:00PM until 7:00PM. $5.00 per dog to enter; larger donations are welcome: all proceeds to aid in establishing a Nelsonville Dog Park. Bring your dogs to romp and play and swim. Dogs, Fun and water – you can’t have a better time than that!

GUIDELINES – Dogs are required to be licensed and current with vaccinations. Proof of the following core vaccinations must be provided for any dog(s) and shown in printed or digital format upon entering:

Dogs over 16 months of age:

  • Rabies (1 or 3 Year),
  • DHPP (1 or 3 year) (Distemper Virus, Parvovirus, parainfluenza, Adenovirus-2)
  • Bordetella within the last 12 months.

Puppies (4-16 months):

  • At least 2-3 DHPP’s that were given 2-4 weeks apart
  • Bordetella vaccine
  • Rabies 1 Year vaccine.

Recommended but not required:

  • 1 year Lepto is recommended for our area.
  • 1 year Canine Influenza Virus or Lyme vaccines.
  • Negative/NOP Fecal exam within last 12 months.
  • Veterinary approved oral brand of Flea & Tick preventative.
  • Proper ID Chip/tag
  • Humans are NOT allowed in the water, including the zero-entry area due to Department of Health concerns.
  • Children must be supervised closely and are not allowed on diving boards, slides or in the water at any time.
  • Dogs that have aggressive behaviors are not permitted.
  • Dogs in heat are not permitted.
  • Puppies under 4 months of age or dogs under 10 pounds are not permitted.
  • Small dogs under 20 pounds must be closely monitored by the owner at all times.
  • Please brush your dog prior to the event, rinsing your dog prior to them entering the water and before leaving the event is recommended, as some safe low levels of chlorine will be in the water.
  • Buckle collars only, chokers or e-collars are not permitted for safety.
  • Bring life jackets for your dog if they aren’t experienced swimmers or are brachycephalic.
  • Water toys will be available. Bring toys, at your own risk.
  • Do not force dogs into the water, let them run around and have fun. Forcing dogs into the pool will not be allowed.
  • Monitor your dogs and do not allow them to intake too much pool water orally.
  • Any owner or dog that is not following rules will be asked to leave the event.

THANK YOU TO THE CITY OF NELSONVILLE FOR ALLOWING THE DOGS TO HAVE SOME FUN AND RAISE MONEY FOR A GOOD CAUSE.

Nelsonville FEMA floodplain maps public hearing Mon, 9/9/24, 7PM, at City Hall during City Council meeting, the public is invited and encouraged to attend

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The City of Nelsonville will hold a public hearing regarding the updated FEMA floodplain maps on Monday, September 9, 2024, at 7:00 PM, at City Hall during the regular City Council meeting. The FEMA floodplain map for the Nelsonville area can be viewed and downloaded at, https://tinyurl.com/2mty96pd.

The meeting may be streamed on the City of Nelsonville YouTube channel https://tinyurl.com/bhv6bp4u. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

Ohio Fire Marshal orders regional Ban on Open Burning for Athens and surrounding counties in response to extremely dry conditions and Extreme Drought

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In response to extremely dry conditions in various areas of the state, Ohio Fire Marshal Kevin Reardon has ordered a regional Ban on Open Burning effective immediately. The ban impacts any county in Ohio identified by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) or United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) as being in the “Extreme Drought” or “Exceptional Drought” categories as identified by the United States Drought Monitoring System.

The Burn on Open Burning ordered today, Sept. 6, 2024, includes the following Ohio counties: Athens, Belmont, Carroll, Fairfield, Fayette, Gallia, Guernsey, Harrison, Highland, Hocking, Jackson, Jefferson, Meigs, Monroe, Morgan, Muskingum, Perry, Pickaway, Pike, Ross, Scioto, Tuscarawas, Vinton, and Washington. Additional counties may be added upon designation of “Extreme Drought” or “Exceptional Drought” conditions issued by NOAA and/or the USDA within such counties or added by written directive of the State Fire Marshal.

Examples of outdoor activities prohibited by this order in the ban area include the following: lighting or maintaining an fire of any type at any location, smoking (including cigarettes or similar devices, and as part of a cooking process), non-electric cooking (regardless of fuel source), using or discharging any type of fireworks, throwing down/discarding lighted or smoldering material (including matches or cigarettes), campfires, bonfires, live fire training events, flame effect(s) based displays or exhibitions (including sky lanterns and cold spark machines), and using spark causing devices for recreational purposes. 

“Fire safety is a responsibility we all share,” said Ohio State Fire Marshal Kevin Reardon. “It’s critical that Ohioans understand and appreciate the significant risks associated with fires, especially during the current drought conditions. Together we can protect our communities and environment.”

The Ohio Department of Commerce’s Division of State Fire Marshal, Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Forestry, and the Wayne National Forest urge all Ohioans to take special precautions due to the dry weather, whether they are in a county impacted by the Ban on Open Burning or not.

“All Ohioans, particularly homeowners, farmers, and woodland owners, should be cautious during this dry period,” said ODNR Division of Forestry Fire Prevention Manager Aaron Kloss. “Most of the plant materials in Ohio that can fuel wildfires are currently dry and will stay this way until we have significant rainfall. Current dry weather patterns with warm temperatures, low humidities, and wind are increasing the risk of wildland fires in Ohio.”

Dry grasses, shrubs, dead leaves, and fallen pine needles are all examples of plant materials that can fuel wildfires. Even if rain is in the forecast, it will require an extended period of soaking rains to reduce the elevated threat of wildfires throughout the state. Spring and fall are the typical wildfire seasons in Ohio; however, the current weather situation and resulting wildfire fuel situation is not typical. Warm, dry windy days in the fall, combined with abundant dead leaves falling and herbaceous plants entering dormancy and drying out, typically create situations conducive to wildfire igniting and spreading.

“Familiar things like vehicle exhaust pipes or an unattended campfire could quickly ignite dry fuels,” said Wayne National Forest Supervisor Lee Stewart. “We’re asking the public to be careful with outdoor fires. If you’re outdoors this season, please be observant and report smoke or flames to emergency authorities right away. Our fire and law enforcement personnel are ready to serve and respond when needed.”

Residents can take measures to prevent accidental wildfires including, avoiding burning trash and debris, keeping grass trimmed, not discarding cigarettes and other smoking materials outside, postponing fireworks, and avoiding open cooking fires or campfires. Additionally, farmers should regularly check their equipment for any irregularities that can lead to a brush or crop field fire.

Anyone who sees any signs of wildfire should call their local fire department immediately to report it. Accurate and timely reporting of wildfire responses by Ohio fire departments is important for a rapid response to the incident.

Nelsonville Trick-Or-Treat; Beggar’s Night, Thu, 10/31/24, 6:30PM to 7:30PM, MAKE IT SAFE, KEEP IT FUN!

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The City of Nelsonville announces that Trick-Or-Treat; Beggar’s Night will be held on Thursday, October 31, 2024, from 6:30PM to 7:30PM. It is important to use caution and plan ahead. Decisions on whether to participate should be made by individuals, and parents/guardians.

To help ensure adults and children have a safe Halloween, the City of Nelsonville has compiled a list of Halloween safety tips. Before Halloween arrives, be sure to choose a costume that will not cause safety hazards.

  • Carry hand sanitizer and use it often, especially after coming into contact with frequently touched surfaces and before eating candy.
  • If taking your children trick-or-treating, limit the number of houses you visit and ask your children to stay as far from treat-givers as possible. For small children, consider holding the bag for them.
  • Wipe off candy wrappers with sanitizing wipes when you arrive home. (NOTE: Never wipe unpackaged food with wipes.)
  • Allow children to eat only factory-wrapped treats. Avoid homemade treats made by strangers.
  • Stay home if you or your child feels sick, has symptoms of COVID-19 or is at high risk of complications.
  • All costumes, wigs and accessories should be fire-resistant.
  • Avoid masks, which can obstruct vision.
  • If children are allowed out after dark, fasten reflective tape to their costumes and bags, or give them glow sticks.
  • When buying Halloween makeup, make sure it is nontoxic and always test it in a small area first.
  • Remove all makeup before children go to bed to prevent skin and eye irritation.

When They’re on the Prowl.

  • A responsible adult should accompany young children on the neighborhood rounds.
  • If your older children are going alone, plan and review a route acceptable to you.
  • Agree on a specific time children should return home.
  • Teach your children never to enter a stranger’s home or car.
  • Instruct children to travel only in familiar, well-lit areas and stick with their friends.
  • Tell your children not to eat any treats until they return home.
  • Children and adults are reminded to put electronic devices down, keep heads up and walk, do not run, across the street.
  • Drivers are urged to use extreme caution while driving in the Nelsonville area and watch for the children during this time period.

Nelsonville Public SQ CLOSED Wed, 9/11/24, 8AM to 11AM for 9-11 memorial service, memorial service starts at 8:46 AM

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The Nelsonville Fire Department will be closing the Nelsonville Public Square on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, from 8:00 AM until 11:00 AM for a 9-11 memorial service. Local first responders and the public are invited to attend. Watch a live streaming video without audio of the ceremony at http://nelsonvillechamber.com/index.php/live-stream. The memorial service will start at 8:46 AM, the time American Airlines Flight 11, flew into the North Tower of the World Trade Center in New York City. Additional times will be commemorated at,

  • 9:03 AM, When United Airlines Flight 175 flew into the South Tower of the World Trade Center in New York City.
  • 9:37 AM, When American Airlines Flight 77 flew into the Pentagon in Arlington County, Virginia.
  • 10:03 AM, When United Airlines Flight 93 crashed into a field in Stonycreek Township near Shanksville, Pennsylvania.

Local emergency responders, along with the citizens they protect, will take time out of their workday to commemorate the terrorist attacks in New York City, and Washington, D.C., and the bravery of the passengers that went down with the plane in Shanksville, PA on September 11, 2001.  The commemoration ceremonies will honor the 2,507 civilians, 72 law enforcement officers, 343 firefighters, 10 emergency medical workers, and 55 military service personnel who lost their lives, or gave their lives saving others.  Many first responders are still fighting for their lives, and others are losing their lives, because of their response to Ground Zero.  Each year we lose a few more.

Everyone is encouraged to take a few minutes and acknowledge the loss to the country and the victim’s families…mark the day, and remember…, so that WE WILL NEVER FORGET.

Nelsonville City Council regular meeting Mon, 9/9/24, 7PM at City Hall, the public is invited and encouraged to attend

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The Nelsonville City Council will hold a regular Council meeting on Monday, September 9, 2024, at 7:00PM in Council Chambers at City Hall.

Citizens’ comments and business and organizational comments may be made in person or Emailed to councilclerk@cityofnelsonville.com by 1PM, Monday, September 9, 2024. The meeting may be streamed on the City of Nelsonville YouTube channel at https://tinyurl.com/bhv6bp4u. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

Just a reminder, Nelsonville Aquatic Center Dog Swim Mon, 9/9/24, 4PM to 7PM, $5 per dog to benefit the Nelsonville Dog Park

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Just a reminder, the Nelsonville Aquatic Center is sponsoring a Dog Swim in less than a week. The event will benefit the Nelsonville Dog Park. The Dog Swim is Monday, September 9, 2024, from 4:00PM until 7:00PM. $5.00 per dog to enter; larger donations are welcome: all proceeds to aid in establishing a Nelsonville Dog Park. Bring your dogs to romp and play and swim. Dogs, Fun and water – you can’t have a better time than that!

GUIDELINES – Dogs are required to be licensed and current with vaccinations. Proof of the following core vaccinations must be provided for any dog(s) and shown in printed or digital format upon entering:

Dogs over 16 months of age:

  • Rabies (1 or 3 Year),
  • DHPP (1 or 3 year) (Distemper Virus, Parvovirus, parainfluenza, Adenovirus-2)
  • Bordetella within the last 12 months.

Puppies (4-16 months):

  • At least 2-3 DHPP’s that were given 2-4 weeks apart
  • Bordetella vaccine
  • Rabies 1 Year vaccine.

Recommended but not required:

  • 1 year Lepto is recommended for our area.
  • 1 year Canine Influenza Virus or Lyme vaccines.
  • Negative/NOP Fecal exam within last 12 months.
  • Veterinary approved oral brand of Flea & Tick preventative.
  • Proper ID Chip/tag
  • Humans are NOT allowed in the water, including the zero-entry area due to Department of Health concerns.
  • Children must be supervised closely and are not allowed on diving boards, slides or in the water at any time.
  • Dogs that have aggressive behaviors are not permitted.
  • Dogs in heat are not permitted.
  • Puppies under 4 months of age or dogs under 10 pounds are not permitted.
  • Small dogs under 20 pounds must be closely monitored by the owner at all times.
  • Please brush your dog prior to the event, rinsing your dog prior to them entering the water and before leaving the event is recommended, as some safe low levels of chlorine will be in the water.
  • Buckle collars only, chokers or e-collars are not permitted for safety.
  • Bring life jackets for your dog if they aren’t experienced swimmers or are brachycephalic.
  • Water toys will be available. Bring toys, at your own risk.
  • Do not force dogs into the water, let them run around and have fun. Forcing dogs into the pool will not be allowed.
  • Monitor your dogs and do not allow them to intake too much pool water orally.
  • Any owner or dog that is not following rules will be asked to leave the event.

THANK YOU TO THE CITY OF NELSONVILLE FOR ALLOWING THE DOGS TO HAVE SOME FUN AND RAISE MONEY FOR A GOOD CAUSE.

Athens Co HEAT ADVISORY until 8PM, Fri, 8/30/24, heat index values up to 101, stay out of the sun and check up on relatives and neighbors

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The National Weather Service has issued a HEAT ADVISORY for Athens County and surrounding areas until 8:00PM, Friday, August 30, 2024.

WHAT…Heat index values up to 101.

WHERE…Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, and southern West Virginia.

WHEN…Until 8:00PM, Friday, August 30, 2024.

IMPACTS…Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.

Athens Co HEAT ADVISORY Wed, 8/28/24, 12PM to 8PM, Heat index up to 104 degrees expected

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The National Weather Service has issued a HEAT ADVISORY for Athens County and surrounding areas for Wednesday, August 28, 2024, from 12:00PM until 8:00PM.

WHAT…Heat index values up to 104 degrees expected.

WHERE…Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, and central and western West Virginia.

WHEN… Wednesday, August 28, 2024, from 12:00PM until 8:00PM.

IMPACTS…Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.