Upcoming road closure
Beginning Monday, May 18, State Line Road will be closed between Dixon Road and Concord Road for approximately 5 weeks for a full bridge replacement. This closure is specifically between Mailbox No. 1354 and No. 7096. No Traffic. For more information, call 937-456-4600.
Rockin’ Robins – Earthworm Detectives
Preble County Park District (PCPD) will be hosting Rockin’ Robins — Earthworm Detectives on Saturday, May 9, from 1-3 p.m. at Garber Nature Center. Learn more about robins, recognizing their calls, finding worms, making a booklet about robins, and event take home a Rockin’ Robin. For more information email [email protected] or visit www.preblecountyparkdistrict.org.
BOE meeting set
The Preble County Board of Elections will reconvene the 2020 Primary Election regular business meeting on Wednesday, May 13, at 1:30 p.m. to begin the Official Canvass and will conclude the Official Canvass on Tuesday, May 19, at 1:30 p.m. Both meetings will be held in the board’s office at 101 E. Main St., Eaton.
Hydrant flushing scheduled
The City of Eaton Public Works Division will be flushing fire hydrants beginning Monday, May 11, through Friday, May 15. Consumers are advised not to wash clothes during this time period due to the possibility the water may be discolored. The water will remain safe for consumption. Flushing is done periodically to rid the system of unwanted iron and manganese accumulations to ensure that water quality is maintained. This process also allows the division to check the operation of each fire hydrant and make any needed repairs. Flushing hot water heaters at this time is recommended to ensure good water quality in homes. Any questions concerning system flushing or any water quality issues should be directed to the Eaton Public Works Division at 937-456-7157.
City of Eaton Memorial Day Ceremony canceled
The annual City of Eaton Memorial Day celebration, planned for Monday, May 25, has been canceled due to COVID-19 concerns.
Alumni celebration cancellation
Due to the current health, travel and social gathering restrictions, the Camden-Shawnee/Preble Shawnee Alumni Banquet will not be held this year in June. Organizers announced they will celebrate all special years when they meet again in 2021.
PCRTA meeting canceled
The next meeting of the Preble County Retired Teachers Association (PCRTA) is scheduled for June 9. Details will be announced at a later date.
Dixon Alumni event canceled
Organizers have decided to cancel the 104th Annual Dixon-Israel Alumni Banquet scheduled for Saturday, June 13. In light of the virus and subsequent safety recommendations pertaining to mass gatherings and safe social distancing, organizers said in a notice, “health and safety was the highest consideration.” “We look forward to seeing all of you next year on Saturday, June 12, 2021, at which time both this year’s and next year’s honored classes will be recognized. We pray you will continue to maintain your health and safety,” the notice stated.
