Good morning, Fairfield County. Tucked away in yearbooks and family albums are the frozen moments of triumph we call graduation day. The Eagle-Gazette's nostalgic photo collection now brings these memories into the digital age, showcasing everything from Fisher Catholic's scholarship-winning seniors to Millersport's cap adjustments and those jubilant mortarboard tosses that signal the end of one journey and the beginning of another. These images from 2005 to 2021 capture not just changing fashions, but the timeless emotions that connect generations of graduates.
Meanwhile, Hocking County homeowners might want to brace themselves for a significant shift in their property valuations. The state-mandated 35% increase reflects three years of real estate market changes, though County Auditor Christopher Robers emphasizes this doesn't translate to an equivalent tax hike. Property owners will have until September 2025 to review their new assessments before taxes become payable in 2026.
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🎓 Decades of graduation memories captured in nostalgic photo gallery. The Lancaster Eagle-Gazette has compiled a visual journey through past commencement ceremonies at Millersport High School, Fisher Catholic, and Fairfield Christian Academy. From the cap adjustments and selfies before the ceremony to the jubilant mortarboard tosses afterward, these images capture the full emotional spectrum of graduation day. Spanning from 2005 to 2021, the collection showcases touching moments like Cassandra Holstein's diploma hug and the Fisher Catholic senior class that earned over $3 million in scholarships. These timeless photographs preserve the pride, anticipation, and celebration that mark this important milestone in students' lives.
🏠 Hocking County property values set to jump 35% in state-mandated update. The Ohio Department of Tax Equalization has recommended this significant increase as part of the Triennial Update evaluating county property sales over the past three years. County Auditor Christopher Robers emphasizes that this valuation increase does not equal a 35% tax increase, as actual taxes will depend on November election results and subsequent tax rate calculations. Updated values will be available by September 1, 2025, with resulting taxes payable in 2026. Property owners who disagree with their new assessments can review information online, schedule discussions with staff, or file a formal complaint with the Board of Revision between January and March.
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Vintage home workshop included: Priced at $179,900, this home boasts original features like a Skelton key and mechanical twist doorbell, spacious rooms with two decorative fireplaces, a large kitchen, and a detached workshop shed—all conveniently located near US 33 and the Bi-Pass.
Spacious updated family dream home: Priced at $549,900, this Jefferson Farms 4BR home offers an impressive family room, updated kitchen, primary suite with heated bathroom floors, and finished lower level on 0.65 acres with a 2-car garage.
Renovated four-bedroom backyard haven: Priced at $449,900, this Huntington Hills two-story home boasts four bedrooms, extensive renovations since 2017, and Pickerington NORTH schools, with a large backyard featuring a fire pit and invisible dog fence.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
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And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.
-Romans 8:28
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