Preble County • April 30, 2025
Good morning, Preble County. In an unsettling sign of the times, an Applebee's in nearby Miamisburg temporarily closed its doors after being defaced with antisemitic symbols. The swift reopening the following day speaks to a community's resilience in the face of hate, with local leaders including Mayor Michelle Collins strongly condemning the isolated incident. Meanwhile, on a much brighter note, Arcanum-Butler Schools is celebrating the unsung heroes who keep education running smoothly—from administrative professionals to transportation teams whose behind-the-scenes work makes learning possible.
Fresh voices are hitting the airwaves as "From the Editor's Desk" launches, giving listeners a backstage pass to The Miami Student newspaper's storytelling process. Editor-in-Chief Olivia Patel hosts this new podcast, which kicked off by unpacking the popular "Miami... Merged" dating series—proving that sometimes the stories behind the stories are just as fascinating as the headlines themselves.
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🚫 Applebee's vandalized with antisemitic symbols in Miamisburg, Ohio. The restaurant's interim president John Peyton expressed disgust over the hateful graffiti that included swastikas spray-painted on the building. Despite the vandalism forcing a temporary closure on Saturday, the location was able to reopen the following day. Local officials, including Miamisburg Mayor Michelle Collins, strongly condemned the act, with Collins stating "we are living in volatile and difficult times." Police are investigating the incident but believe it to be isolated, asking anyone with information to contact authorities.
🏫 Arcanum-Butler celebrates dedicated professionals who keep the school running. The article highlights administrative staff, transportation teams, and volunteers who contribute to the school's success. A Mother's Day Tea Party at the Arcanum Opera House and a fundraiser for residents who lost their home in a fire are upcoming community events. The Arcanum Alumni Association seeks volunteers for next year's banquet, while a craft beer festival with live music is planned for June 2025 at Ivester Park.
🎙️ Campus newspaper launches podcast diving into its top stories. "From the Editor's Desk" features Editor-in-Chief Olivia Patel discussing the behind-the-scenes process of The Miami Student's weekly highlights. The inaugural episode spotlights the "Miami... Merged" dating series, with Senior Campus Editor Taylor Stumbaugh explaining how candidates were selected and date locations chosen. This popular series was published in the April 18 edition, with the next podcast episode scheduled to follow the May 2 print edition.
Tri-County North Panthers clawed their way to a 5-2 victory over Mississinawa Valley Blackhawks, improving to an impressive 11-3 season record while the Blackhawks fell to 3-10. The Panthers continue their prowl toward the playoffs with momentum on their side.Milton-Union Bulldogs showed no mercy in a 10-4 thrashing of Twin Valley South Panthers, boosting their record to a solid 12-6. The Bulldogs' bats were barking all game long, leaving the Panthers licking their wounds as they dropped to 5-10 on the season.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
|---|---|---|
Tri-County North (11-3) | ||
@ Mississinawa Valley | W 5-2 | |
Twin Valley South (5-10) | ||
vs Milton-Union | L 10-4 | |
National Trail (4-10) | ||
@ Valley View | L 12-1 |
Carlisle Indians staged a 7-3 road victory over Eaton Eagles in Monday's league showdown, improving to 10-11 on the season while the Eagles fell to 7-5. The Indians now set their sights on Bellbrook's Golden Eagles, who enter the non-league contest riding high after tipping Clinton-Massie and dispatching Brookville in recent action.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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Preble Shawnee (2-7) | ||
@ Twin Valley South | W 10-9 | |
Eaton (7-5) | ||
vs Carlisle | L 7-3 | |
Tri-County North (11-6) | ||
@ Mississinawa Valley | W 4-0 | |
Twin Valley South (5-5) | ||
vs Preble Shawnee | L 10-9 | |
National Trail (7-9) | ||
@ Oakwood | W 18-10 |
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