🦌 Veteran hunters unite - Ross County

Good morning, Ross County. November 15 marks more than just the middle of autumn—it's the final day for residents to help shape our community's disaster preparedness future. The county's 2025 Hazard Mitigation Plan update is wrapping up, and your feedback could influence which protective projects receive crucial FEMA funding in the years ahead. While planning for potential disasters, our community is simultaneously preserving its past, as evidenced by the Historic Majestic Theatre's completed roof replacement—a vital step in protecting the 170-year-old cultural landmark that has anchored downtown Chillicothe since 1853.

Meanwhile, the great outdoors became more accessible for those who've served our country during the recent Dan Fout Memorial Disabled Veterans Hunt. Over 120 participants, including 14 hunters at the Marsha Gunder Schneider Preserve, experienced the freedom of nature despite physical limitations. The event, which resulted in five deer harvests this year, continues a meaningful tradition of connecting veterans with outdoor experiences regardless of mobility challenges.

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☕️ What's Brewing Locally

🚨 Ross County needs your input on disaster planning now. The county is wrapping up its 2025 Hazard Mitigation Plan update and seeking community feedback before the November 15 deadline. This FEMA-required five-year update ensures eligibility for funding for various mitigation projects that benefit municipalities, emergency services, schools, and businesses. Residents can review the draft plan online at https://burtonplanning.com/ross-hmp/ or request hard copies from the Ross County EMA office. Comments can be submitted via email or delivered to the county EMA office in Chillicothe.

🎭 Historic Majestic Theatre completes crucial roof replacement. The project replaced three roof sections and added new gutters to protect the 170-year-old Ohio landmark. Funding came from the Robert E. & Genevieve B. Schaefer Fund and the Chillicothe-Ross Community Foundation. Originally built in 1853, the theater continues to serve as a cultural centerpiece in downtown Chillicothe, hosting various performances and community events. Since 2017, the theatre's Board has overseen multiple preservation efforts including accessible entrances, restrooms, and a modern HVAC system as part of their long-term restoration plan.

🦌 Disabled veterans find freedom in annual memorial hunt tradition. The Dan Fout Memorial Disabled Veterans Hunt recently welcomed over 120 participants at multiple locations including the Marsha Gunder Schneider Preserve in Pickaway County, Ohio. Coordinators Bill Frost and Don Gatwood organized the event, which provides safe hunting access for veterans who struggle to navigate outdoor terrain due to injuries. The 280-acre Schneider Preserve, managed by Appalachia Ohio Alliance, offered ideal white-tailed deer habitat with accessible paths for 14 disabled hunters who harvested five deer this year. This growing regional event continues a meaningful tradition while helping veterans reconnect with nature despite physical limitations.

🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla

🪨 Oct. 30 - Geology Club Meeting: Dig into earth's mysteries with the Geology Club at Maple Grove Prairie on October 30! Rock enthusiasts will gather at 44 Anderson Station Road for an exploration of local geological wonders.

👹 Oct. 30 - Mothman Haunted Mountain Experience: Brave the night as the legendary Mothman swoops into Sugarloaf Mountain Amphitheatre on October 30! The haunted attraction opens at 5:30 PM with parking, concessions, and spine-tingling thrills for Halloween adventurers.

🌱 Oct. 30 - Discovery Garden Imaginative Play: Spark your child's imagination at Discovery Garden on Oct 30! Join the Chillicothe Library and Easterseals for creative play, stories, art, and music at 140 S Paint St.

🎃 Oct. 31 - Halloween Storytime & STEAM: Spooky stories and Halloween fun await at the Chillicothe Library! Bring your little monsters for a not-so-scary storytime and themed STEAM activities on October 31st at 140 S Paint St.

👹 Oct. 31 - Mothman Experience: Dare to encounter the legendary Mothman at Sugarloaf Mountain Amphitheatre this Halloween night! Join fellow cryptid enthusiasts on October 31 for an unforgettable evening in Chillicothe, OH.

🥏 Nov. 1 - Monster Disc Golf Tournament: Monsters and discs collide at Metahqua's third annual disc golf tournament! Join Project Bad Apple on Nov. 1 for this thrilling 18-hole challenge at 3663 Walnut Creek Rd. Registration required—only 50 player packs available.

🎨 Nov. 1 - Teen Art & Punch Party: Unleash your creativity at Teen Paint and Sip! Follow our tutorial or craft your own masterpiece while enjoying punch at the Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library on November 1.

💰 Nov. 2 - Chillicothe Coin Club Show: Calling all coin collectors! The Chillicothe Coin Club Show takes over Ross County Fairgrounds on Nov 2, featuring ANACS rep Heath MacAlpine and a special promotion of 10 coins for $140 on Economy Service.

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