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Adams County, Ohio
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About Adams, OH

Population
Approximately 27,500 residents
County Seat
West Union, Ohio
Coverage Area
586 square miles in southern Ohio

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Tom Cross, longtime Adams County tourism director and columnist, profiled
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Tom Cross, longtime Adams County tourism director and columnist, profiled

The People’s Defender profiled 72-year-old Tom Cross on March 6, 2026, who has led the Adams County Travel and Visitors Bureau for more than 25 years and written for the West Union paper since 1982.

Sarah Chen3m read
Afroman Faces Adams County Trial Amid Deputies’ Civil Suit, Free Speech Claims
Government

Afroman Faces Adams County Trial Amid Deputies’ Civil Suit, Free Speech Claims

Rapper Joseph "Afroman" Foreman is set for a March 2026 trial in Adams County after seven sheriff’s office members sued over his use of video from an August 2022 armed search of his home.

Marcus Williams2m read
Adams County Proclaims March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
Government

Adams County Proclaims March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

Adams County commissioners Kelly Jones, Barbara Moore Holt and Jason Hayslip issued a proclamation on March 2, 2026 recognizing March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month.

Marcus Williams2m read
Carol Jean Brooks, 88, of Seaman, dies; community remembers her legacy
Community

Carol Jean Brooks, 88, of Seaman, dies; community remembers her legacy

Longtime Community Lanes bowler and retired Locust Ridge nurse’s aide Carol Jean Brooks, 88, died Feb. 25 at Hospice of Hope in Seaman; visitation Feb. 28 and funeral Mar. 1 at Meeker Funeral Home.

Lisa Park2m read
North Adams High Academic Team Wins District Championship, Advances to Regional Meet
Education

North Adams High Academic Team Wins District Championship, Advances to Regional Meet

North Adams High School in Seaman clinched the 2025-2026 district academic title with 330 points across seven matches, finishing 15 points ahead of Fairfield.

Lisa Park2m read
Adams County Farm Bureau Discusses Property Tax, Land Use, Federal Programs
Government

Adams County Farm Bureau Discusses Property Tax, Land Use, Federal Programs

Chad Ruhl appears on the meeting page as Adams County Farm Bureau members in Adams County, Ohio, met to discuss property tax reform, data centers, septic rules and CAUV amid a Feb. 9 vs. Feb. 26 date discrepancy.

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AES Filing Reveals Proposed 1.3 GW Data Center Near Adams County Substation
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AES Filing Reveals Proposed 1.3 GW Data Center Near Adams County Substation

aes filing shows a data center could draw 1.3 GW from the Stuart Substation area, starting at 100 MW in 2028 and ramping to full load by March 2032.

Sarah Chen3m read
New Dad Austin McCormick Leads North Adams to District Quarterfinal Win
Education

New Dad Austin McCormick Leads North Adams to District Quarterfinal Win

Two days after his wife Delaney gave birth to their son Max, North Adams head coach Austin McCormick led the Green Devils to a 61-53 Division V district quarterfinal win over Southeastern on Feb. 27, 2026.

Lisa Park2m read
Calls for clarity grow after commissioners reject countywide data center moratorium
Government

Calls for clarity grow after commissioners reject countywide data center moratorium

Adams County commissioners declined a county-wide moratorium March 2 as AES Ohio disclosed a potential 1,300 megawatt data-center load at the Stuart Substation.

Marcus Williams2m read
Adams County Regional Medical Center Adds Dr. Kristine Ross, PA-C Grace Rothwell
Healthcare

Adams County Regional Medical Center Adds Dr. Kristine Ross, PA-C Grace Rothwell

Adams County Regional Medical Center publicized Feb. 24, 2026 that PA‑C Grace Rothwell and a physician listed as Dr. Kristine Ross (also reported as Dr. Kristine Rosswell) joined its Family Medicine team serving West Union and Peebles.

Lisa Park2m read
ACRMC Auxiliary Opens Healthcare Scholarships for Adams, Brown County Students and Employees
Healthcare

ACRMC Auxiliary Opens Healthcare Scholarships for Adams, Brown County Students and Employees

Bill Jones, chairperson of the ACRMC Auxiliary, said scholarship applications are available for local students and employees; applications are due April 1, 2026 and available at the ACRMC main lobby.

Dr. Elena Rodriguez2m read
Adams County Senior Council Issues Diabetes Care Guidance, Announces Senior Services
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Adams County Senior Council Issues Diabetes Care Guidance, Announces Senior Services

Adams County Senior Council urged seniors and caregivers to prioritize diabetes management and announced May 14 All‑County Senior Citizens Day nominations plus homemaker and personal care contacts.

Dr. Elena Rodriguez3m read
West Union Falls 57-36 at Oak Hill, Coach Calls for Summer Improvement
Education

West Union Falls 57-36 at Oak Hill, Coach Calls for Summer Improvement

West Union's season ended Feb. 20 as Oak Hill sophomore Mason Malone scored 27 points, drilling seven 3s in a 57-36 Division V play-in win.

Sarah Chen2m read
Adams County Library Posts March 1-7 Programs, Storytimes and Outreach
Community

Adams County Library Posts March 1-7 Programs, Storytimes and Outreach

Adams County Public Library published its March 1–7 schedule; the calendar also lists a virtual "Death by Bathtub Gin" murder mystery on Mar 20 (registration required).

Marcus Williams3m read
Five-Week Fiber Optics Course at SSCC Hillsboro Prepares Students for CFOT
Education

Five-Week Fiber Optics Course at SSCC Hillsboro Prepares Students for CFOT

Todd Guden will teach a five-week fiber optics course at SSCC’s Central Campus in Hillsboro starting Tuesday, March 17, 2026; registration closes Friday, March 6, 2026, and the $850 fee includes the CFOT exam.

Sarah Chen2m read
Peebles FFA Marks National FFA Week With Student Activities, Community Outreach
Education

Peebles FFA Marks National FFA Week With Student Activities, Community Outreach

Peebles FFA at Peebles High School marked National FFA Week on Feb. 26 with a broiler harvest project teaching students animal care, processing techniques and food system responsibility.

Marcus Williams2m read
West Union Council Sets April 6 Levy Hearing, Debates Downtown Sidewalk Plan
Government

West Union Council Sets April 6 Levy Hearing, Debates Downtown Sidewalk Plan

Mayor Kent Halverson led West Union Council as members set an April 6 property-tax levy hearing; March 2 minutes approve street closures and leave a downtown sidewalk discussion incomplete.

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Southern State Community College Opens Summer 2026 Registration; Classes Start May 26
Education

Southern State Community College Opens Summer 2026 Registration; Classes Start May 26

Southern State Community College in Hillsboro has opened registration for the 2026 Summer Semester; classes begin May 26, 2026. Call the Advising Center at 800-628-7722, ext. 2825.

Marcus Williams2m read
SATH Holds 27th Annual Charity Auction March 7 at Highland County Fairgrounds
Community

SATH Holds 27th Annual Charity Auction March 7 at Highland County Fairgrounds

SATH's 27th annual charity auction begins at 10:00 a.m. March 7 at the Highland County Fairgrounds in Hillsboro; donations accepted March 5-6 or call Linda Allen at (937) 366-6657.

Sarah Chen2m read
Adams County Hunter Bags 224-3/8-Inch Non-Typical Whitetail Trophy
Community

Adams County Hunter Bags 224-3/8-Inch Non-Typical Whitetail Trophy

Rob Meade scored a 224-3/8-inch non-typical whitetail from Adams County; the rack sits at Jerry Copas taxidermy pending Boone & Crockett certification.

Marcus Williams2m read
Adams County Regional Medical Center: 25-bed Critical Access Hospital Serving Rural Communities
Healthcare

Adams County Regional Medical Center: 25-bed Critical Access Hospital Serving Rural Communities

ACRMC is a 25-bed critical access hospital near Seaman with a 24/7 emergency department, six physical sites, 413 staff and 2023 revenues of $43.82 million.

Lisa Park3m read
Serpent Mound Remains Key Cultural and Economic Asset for Adams County
Community

Serpent Mound Remains Key Cultural and Economic Asset for Adams County

Serpent Mound, the prehistoric effigy earthwork near Peebles, remains a central cultural and economic asset for Adams County.

Lisa Park2m read
People’s Defender spotlights Peebles High senior Brody Smith, Adams County standout
Education

People’s Defender spotlights Peebles High senior Brody Smith, Adams County standout

People’s Defender published a senior profile of Peebles High senior Brody Smith on Feb. 28, 2026, highlighting his academic and athletic contributions to Adams County schools.

Marcus Williams2m read
ACRMC Auxiliary donates $20,899 for laboratory and family medicine equipment upgrades
Healthcare

ACRMC Auxiliary donates $20,899 for laboratory and family medicine equipment upgrades

ACRMC’s Auxiliary gave funds to the hospital, Highland County Press reported $20,899 while ACRMC’s own news release described a $20,000 gift earmarked for lab, family medicine and emergency equipment.

Dr. Elena Rodriguez2m read
Adams County Sees Frequent Sheriff’s Sales and Foreclosure Auctions
Business

Adams County Sees Frequent Sheriff’s Sales and Foreclosure Auctions

Adams County, Ohio, routinely routes sheriff's sales and foreclosure auctions through the Adams County Clerk of Courts and the sheriff sale system.

Sarah Chen2m read
Seaman Post 633 Urges Observance of Four Chaplains Day Feb. 3
Community

Seaman Post 633 Urges Observance of Four Chaplains Day Feb. 3

Seaman American Legion Post 633 urges residents to observe Four Chaplains Day Feb. 3 to honor an interfaith act of sacrifice and promote community unity.

Lisa Park4m read
GE Aviation Peebles Test Operation anchors Adams County industrial economy
Business

GE Aviation Peebles Test Operation anchors Adams County industrial economy

The GE Aviation Peebles Test Operation is a major jet engine testing and assembly facility near Peebles, described by GE materials as one of the world’s most advanced engine test centers. Its testing stands, assembly areas, and infrastructure represent historic capital investments that support local jobs, supplier networks, and the county tax base.

Sarah Chen2m read
Adams County Regional Medical Center strengthens local emergency and specialty care
Healthcare

Adams County Regional Medical Center strengthens local emergency and specialty care

Adams County Regional Medical Center in Seaman serves as the primary hospital for Adams County residents, offering around the clock emergency care, primary care clinics, surgical services, imaging and rehabilitation, and coordinated specialty services. The hospital’s address, phone numbers, and an on campus heliport make it a crucial hub for time sensitive medical transport and routine referrals that help people avoid long trips to larger regional centers.

Dr. Elena Rodriguez1m read
World War II Veteran Maurice Riffle Celebrates 100, Honored at Seaman Luncheon
Community

World War II Veteran Maurice Riffle Celebrates 100, Honored at Seaman Luncheon

Maurice Olen Riffle, a World War II veteran born Feb. 19, 1926, celebrated his 100th birthday and was publicly honored Feb. 20 at the Thank You For Serving Ministry veteran luncheon at Church 180 in Seaman.

Marcus Williams1m read