Preble County • April 23, 2025
Good morning, Preble County. The hunt for lead pipes is on in Eaton, with city workers preparing to conduct lightning-fast five-minute inspections across neighborhoods next week. This initiative isn't just bureaucratic box-checking—it's part of the nationwide "Get the Lead Out" campaign ensuring every resident has safe water flowing from their taps. With inspections running April 23-26, homeowners can either schedule a visit or take matters into their own hands by checking their lines and reporting findings online.
Meanwhile, Middletown is tackling the "missing middle" housing crisis head-on with a May 8 real estate forum aimed at developing homes under $250,000—increasingly rare treasures in Ohio's housing market. On the diamond, Talawanda softball is having a season for the record books, clinching the Southwest Ohio Conference championship with a jaw-dropping 28-0 victory over Northwest, showcasing the kind of dominance rarely seen at any level of the sport.
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🚰 Eaton launches five-minute inspections to eliminate lead water pipes. From April 23-26, City of Eaton Public Works representatives will visit neighborhoods to identify water service lines made of unknown materials. The initiative aims to comply with state and federal lead reduction requirements while ensuring safe drinking water for all residents. Homeowners can either schedule an inspection or check their own lines and report findings through an online survey. The program supports the nationwide "Get the Lead Out" initiative and aligns with updated EPA regulations.
🏙️ Middletown courts developers to solve "missing middle" housing crisis.The city is hosting a real estate forum on May 8 to collaborate with developers on addressing affordable housing needs. Officials aim to fill the gap for homes under $250,000, which are increasingly scarce as Ohio's average home price has reached $284,191. With hundreds of city-owned lots available and the largest industrial footprint in southwest Ohio, Middletown needs housing stock ready for incoming workers. The forum will include panels, networking opportunities, and may serve as continuing education for real estate professionals.
⚾ Talawanda softball dominates with conference title and 28-0 victory. The team secured the Southwest Ohio Conference championship with a decisive shutout against Northwest, featuring standout performances from Richardson (6 RBIs) and Griffin (4 RBIs). In other high school action, Kenton Ridge's softball team put up impressive numbers with a 31-1 win over Tecumseh, highlighted by Rastatter's four home runs. Monday's baseball results included wins for Badin, Centerville, and Troy, while boys volleyball saw victories for Middletown and Thurgood Marshall.
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