Preble County • September 24, 2025
Good morning, Preble County. October may be a year away, but plans are already revving up for a heartwarming cause. Motors Brewing Company's 6th annual charity car and bike show will roll into Edgewater Sports Park next fall, combining country music, classic vehicles, and community spirit to raise funds for breast cancer initiatives through Pink Ribbon Good—proof that sometimes the most powerful engines drive compassion.
Meanwhile, leadership turbulence continues in New Lebanon with Village Manager Bill Draugelis' resignation marking the fifth management change in just 18 months. As Shannon Bemis steps in as interim manager, the village grapples with ongoing investigations and legal proceedings. At Miami University, empty offices once housing diversity programs stand as silent reminders of institutional changes following Senate Bill 1's implementation, leaving many students navigating a transformed campus landscape.
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🏍️ Car and bike show revs up for breast cancer fundraiser. The Motors Brewing Company will host its 6th annual charity event on October 12, 2025, at Edgewater Sports Park in Cleves, Ohio. Attendees can enjoy live country music from the Kevin McCoy Band while supporting Pink Ribbon Good. General admission is $15, vehicle registration costs $20, and kids under 12 enter free. All proceeds will help fund breast cancer initiatives through the Pink Ribbon Good organization.
🏛️ New Lebanon's village manager quits after just six months. Bill Draugelis resigned with over three years left on his $105,000 contract, receiving an undisclosed settlement agreement. Shannon Bemis, the office administrator, has been appointed as interim manager, becoming the fifth person in this role within just 18 months. The village has been embroiled in turmoil with multiple legal proceedings filed by former employees alleging breach of contract and defamation. New Lebanon faces ongoing investigations into past dealings by both internal sources and the State Auditor's Office.
🏛️ DEI dismantling sends a chilling message to minority students. Miami University's once-vibrant Office of Student Diversity and Inclusion now sits empty under Ohio's Senate Bill 1, which forces public institutions to eliminate DEI programs. The author argues this isn't just about budget cuts but part of a broader political trend targeting minority groups across campuses. With over 70% of Miami's student body identifying as white, DEI offices provided crucial spaces where minority students could feel welcome and supported. Their elimination, alongside other restrictive policies, leaves vulnerable communities without safe spaces during increasingly challenging times.
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