🚚 Daredevil drivers battle for glory at Guernsey County Fair. The popular Rough Truck contest drew packed grandstands as trucks, SUVs, and cars raced against the clock over challenging jumps and obstacles. Competitors like Coleman Peck faced mechanical challenges, with his truck breaking down on the final jump, while others like Pete Graves celebrated successful runs despite their vehicles belching steam. Children and adults alike gathered to witness the high-octane action that has become a crowd favorite at the 2025 county fair.
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📅 Perry County schedules critical public meetings for September. The Perry County Tribune has published upcoming meeting dates for various local government bodies and school boards throughout the month. Somerset Village Council kicks off the schedule on September 9, followed by County Commissioners on September 10. Multiple village councils including Corning, New Lexington, Crooksville, Roseville, and Thornville will convene throughout the month. School-related meetings include New Lexington Schools Board of Education, Northern Local School District's public hearing on Federal funds, and Crooksville Board of Education.
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🏭 Ohio factory closure threatens 230 jobs in New Lexington. Cooper Standard announced plans to shut down its metal tubing production facility by mid-2027. The company will begin relocating business operations and equipment to facilities in Michigan and Tennessee within weeks. While some employees may be offered positions at other locations, the closure is part of Cooper Standard's strategy to "optimize manufacturing footprint and overall operating efficiency." The transition will gradually unfold over the next three years as operations are divided between the company's Oscoda and Surgoinsville facilities.
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