Preble County • March 12, 2025
Good morning, Preble County. A flash of emergency lights lit up the night sky Monday as firefighters rushed to contain a small blaze at Cohen Recycling plant. The quick response before 9:30 p.m. meant no injuries were reported, though the cause remains under investigation. In a more somber development, authorities discovered a deceased male in a tent near Miamisburg Lowe's, with Miami Township police noting the death doesn't appear suspicious—a stark reminder of the housing challenges facing our vulnerable neighbors.
Looking ahead to brighter days, Miami University alumni are making their triumphant return to campus next spring. Duke Energy CEO Lynn Good and Merck CEO Rob Davis will headline the inaugural Leadership in Technology Speaker Series in March 2025, sharing insights on their remarkable journeys and AI's transformative impact. Students attending the exclusive event will not only gain wisdom from these accomplished graduates but also score free Starbucks—proving education and caffeine remain perfect partners.
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🔥 Small fire breaks out at Cohen Recycling plant Monday night. Firefighters quickly extinguished the blaze at the West Carrollton facility located on Farmersville West Carrollton Road. Emergency crews responded to the scene before 9:30 p.m., with a police dispatcher confirming no injuries were reported in the incident. Details about the cause of the fire or extent of damage were not immediately available, and authorities continue to investigate the situation.
😢 Body found in tent near Miamisburg Lowe's not suspicious, police say. A male was discovered deceased in a wooded area behind the store after being reported by a friend. Miami Township police are investigating the death but have indicated it does not appear to be suspicious. The body was found around 12:30 p.m. Tuesday in an area where the man had apparently been living. Authorities continue to gather information about the incident while police remain on scene.
🎓 Miami University brings tech giants back to campus for leadership series. Lynn Good '81, CEO of Duke Energy, and Rob Davis '89, CEO of Merck, will headline the inaugural Leadership in Technology Speaker Series on March 18, 2025. The event will feature discussions on their career journeys, leadership insights, and how AI is transforming their industries. Open exclusively to the campus community, the session includes a moderated conversation followed by student Q&A. Attendees will receive free Starbucks vouchers while learning from two of Miami's most accomplished alumni.
Modern open plan island home: Priced at $284,900, this stylish Aldridge plan in Georgetown Village offers 1,272 sq. ft. of modern living space with an open layout, spacious main bedroom, and a kitchen featuring ample counter space and built-in island.
New spacious three bed home: Priced at $309,900, this new D.R. Horton 1,635 sq. ft. Newcastle plan offers solid surface flooring, an open layout, three bedrooms including a private main with a walk-in closet, and a kitchen with ample storage.
Rural acreage with city perks: This plot of land in Preble County priced at $85,000 offers 8 acres ready for residential building, complete with city utilities, hay production potential at $200/acre yearly, and a small horse paddock.
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