🏗️ Coal Grove secures millions in grants for vital infrastructure projects. Mayor Andy Holmes announced the village has obtained nearly $2.2 million in grants for the Interconnect project linking Coal Grove's water system to Ironton. The project includes a new generator and booster station to provide an emergency water source alternative. Holmes emphasized these are "true grant money" requiring no matching funds, with the village only needing to borrow about $400,000 to complete the work. Additionally, Coal Grove is moving forward with $1.25 million in riverfront improvements, including paving the dock road and upgrading electrical lighting.
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🗑️ Ironton opens citywide cleanup for unwanted household items next week. Residents can drop off items at dumpsters located at the former Wolohan building from Tuesday through Saturday (excluding Juneteenth Thursday). The service will operate from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and requires proof of residency with ID and a current utility bill. Due to EPA regulations, electronics, tires, batteries, hazardous materials, and large appliances cannot be accepted. The city also prohibits contractor, commercial, or building materials during the cleanup event.
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🏚️ Historic Portsmouth building bites the dust after decades. The former Euton Wall and Flooring at 1502 4th Street was demolished on June 12, 2025, marking the end of a local landmark. Tetra Tech, an engineering and environmental firm, managed the demolition project on behalf of the Scioto County Land Reutilization Corporation. The land bank is overseeing this round of funding for property redevelopment in the area, suggesting ongoing efforts to revitalize Portsmouth's urban landscape.
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