Good morning, Preble County. Miami University's campus is transforming before students' eyes as they return amid a flurry of construction dust. The massive $72 million Bachelor Hall renovation continues, while ambitious sustainability projects reshape the landscape – from extensive geothermal drilling that will eventually serve nearly three-quarters of campus buildings to the university's largest-ever solar panel installation. These green infrastructure investments signal Miami's commitment to carbon neutrality even as they temporarily reroute campus pathways.
August brings a full community calendar despite a few scheduling shifts. While New Paris Masonic Lodge skips its August breakfast, car enthusiasts can cruise to Hardscrabble Park on August 2 for the Randolph Township Historical Society's annual fest. Meanwhile, Brookville officials have engineered a clever taxpayer solution to their street sweeper woes – borrowing Clayton's machine rather than spending up to $300,000 on new equipment. Sometimes the best municipal innovations come through simple neighborly cooperation.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🏗️ Miami University students return to campus amid major construction projects. The $72 million Bachelor Hall renovation continues, keeping the heavily-used classroom building closed for another year. Other ongoing projects include extensive geothermal drilling near Millett Hall, part of Miami's carbon neutrality goal that will eventually serve 72% of campus buildings by 2026. A $5 million solar panel installation, the largest in school history, is also underway. These projects will impact some parking areas, roadways, and sidewalks as students begin classes on August 25.
📅 Preble County buzzes with August events and road closures. The New Paris Masonic Lodge will skip its August breakfast but return for AppleFest on September 13. Meanwhile, Randolph Township Historical Society's 4th annual Cruise Fest rolls into Hardscrabble Park on August 2, featuring car displays, raffles, and food trucks. Several road projects are underway, with Pleasant Valley Road closed for 12 weeks and Camden College Corner Road shut down for 10 weeks. Outdoor enthusiasts can mark their calendars for The Amazing 5K Trail Run at Garber Nature Center on September 13.
🧹 Brookville finds clever solution to street sweeper woes. The city is entering an agreement with Clayton to use their street sweeper after Brookville's own machine became unreliable, breaking down after just 15-30 minutes of use. City Manager Jack Kuntz explained that street sweeping is an essential service required for Ohio EPA stormwater compliance, which must be done at least twice yearly. Rather than spending $100,000 on a used sweeper or $300,000 on a new one as budgeted for 2026-2027, Brookville staff will be trained to operate Clayton's equipment. This arrangement will provide "considerable cost savings" to Brookville taxpayers while allowing for more frequent street cleaning.
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
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Modern ranch cul-de-sac retreat: This $294,900 ranch-style residence in Georgetown Village offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,272 sq. ft. of modern living space with maintenance-free living on a cul-de-sac homesite.
Spacious 55+ home with shed: This charming 55+ community home, listed at $100,000, offers surprising spaciousness and comes with a convenient shed, providing ample room for your belongings and activities.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
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