⚖️ Nelsonville candidate fights to stay on ballot amid government dispute. Andrea Nicole Thompson-Hashman, running for auditor under Issue 23, is challenging the City Council's attempt to remove her name from November's election. The council recently voted to repeal Issue 23, a citizen-approved initiative that would change Nelsonville's form of government by abolishing its charter. Thompson-Hashman argues the council lacks authority to repeal the measure, citing a similar case in Zanesville where courts ruled such repeals unconstitutional. With the election less than 12 weeks away, the Ohio Supreme Court is expected to decide quickly on this municipal power struggle.
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🏐 Catholic Central volleyball shows promise despite home opener defeat. The Crusaders fell to Bishop Rosecrans in a competitive four-set match (25-22, 22-25, 25-19, 25-23), dropping to 0-2 for the season. New head coach Kaylyn Cochran remains optimistic, noting the team's youth with several sophomores and a freshman starter adapting to her system. Senior Karlie Nese impressed with powerful serving (six aces), while Julia Nurczyk led with eight kills as the team continues developing its defense and coverage strategies. Catholic Central returns to action Tuesday against Harrison Central.
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🚢 Historic airship crash to be commemorated 100 years later. The USS Shenandoah disaster, which claimed 14 lives in Noble County in 1925, will be honored at a memorial service on August 31. Descendants of Captain Lansdowne will attend the ceremony featuring the Shenandoah High School band, storytelling by Judi Tarowsky, and book signings. Organizer Theresa Rayner emphasizes the importance of remembering these aviation pioneers, noting "these crewmen were pioneers in lighter-than-air flights, and they deserve to be recognized."
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