Good morning, Fayette County. Downtown parking spaces have become the latest hot commodity as Washington Court House prepares to welcome new businesses to the area. With Vinyl Coffee and Scotty's 22 Brew set to open their doors, city officials and the Chamber of Commerce are asking county employees to use designated parking areas instead of prime customer spots—highlighting the delicate balance between economic growth and practical logistics in our evolving business district.
Meanwhile, the county's safety concerns range from the personal to the profound this week. The Sheriff's Office report details everything from stolen mini skid steers to traffic stops yielding fake IDs, while former State Rep. Adam Miller raised alarms at a senior luncheon about veterans facing potential homelessness as the VA's mortgage-rescue program ends May 1st. With no replacement announced and thousands of veterans at risk, the call for better support echoes throughout our community.
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85%☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🚓 Small-town crime report reveals theft, fraud, and traffic violations. Highland County Sheriff's Office documented several incidents from April 18-19, including a Cincinnati driver arrested after providing fake ID during a traffic stop. Deputies are investigating thefts of items from a storage shed and a mini skid steer in separate incidents. The report also mentioned a verbal altercation involving an unruly juvenile where no charges were filed. Multiple arrests and citations were issued for various offenses including driving under suspension, theft, and probation violations.
🅿️ Parking battles heat up in Washington Court House's downtown district. City officials and the Chamber of Commerce are requesting county employees park in designated areas instead of the city lot at East and South Main streets. The request comes as new businesses Vinyl Coffee and Scotty's 22 Brew prepare to open, increasing parking demand for customers. In other business, commissioners opened bids for airport runway guidance systems with Jess Howard Electric submitting the lowest bid at $241,349. The commissioners also authorized $45,000 in opioid settlement funds for Community Action Commission's recovery program.
🎖️ Veterans champion fights for housing protection at senior luncheon. Former State Rep. Adam Miller advocated for veteran support during a Fayette County Commission on Aging event on April 18. Miller criticized the VA's decision to end the VASP mortgage-rescue program on May 1, which helped over 17,000 veterans avoid foreclosure. With no replacement program announced, thousands of veterans face potential homelessness during financial hardships. Miller also emphasized the need for better support for veterans' spouses and improved federal funding for education.
⚾ Baseball Scoreboard
Miami Trace unleashed a hurricane of their own against Wilmington, drowning the home team in a 20-1 deluge that wasn't even close to fair weather baseball. The Panthers improved to an impressive 9-1 while Wilmington limped to 1-6, proving that some storms just can't be weathered. Both teams will look to regroup Wednesday as Miami Trace hosts Greeneview while the Hurricane travels to Western Brown, hoping to find calmer seas away from home.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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Washington (3-5) | ||
@ McClain | L 11-1 | |
Miami Trace (9-1) | ||
@ Wilmington | W 20-1 |
🥎 Softball Scoreboard
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Washington (0-12) | ||
@ McClain | L 19-1 | |
Miami Trace (4-9) | ||
vs Waverly | W 8-1 |
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
Luxury Garage Near Bike Path: This $314,700 gem features an open floor plan with primary suite, luxury vinyl throughout, and a three car garage, all just steps from the biking path.
Open Concept With Bar Top: This charming home, listed at $336,990, features an open kitchen facing the great room with a bar-top perfect for entertaining, plus a flexible den that can become a fifth bedroom.
Budget-friendly fixer with potential: Priced at $69,500, this Washington Courthouse home features one entry-level bedroom, a large living room, and two upstairs bedrooms, with room for storage and outdoor access, ideal for investors or those willing to put in some TLC.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
🙏 In Remembrance
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