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Taylor Henninger
General assignment reporter at Delaware Source, writing about education, government and everything in between. Ohio University alumna, outdoor enthusiast and cat lover. Share your story ideas or tips with me via taylor@delawaresource.com.
Posted inPublic Safety
How healthy is Delaware County? New 2026 assessment identifies progress, challenges
See Delaware County’s 2026 health assessment: blood pressure and diabetes rose, while binge drinking and cancer reports fell. Read the findings.
Posted inGrowth & Development
Espresso Air opens second location on South Sandusky Street in downtown Delaware
Espresso Air plans a mid-August opening in downtown Delaware with seasonal drinks and Tulip Cafe pastries; learn more about the new S. Sandusky St. shop.
Posted inGrowth & Development
Taking care of business: Delaware County unveils $46 million upgrade to wastewater treatment plant
Delaware County completes a $46M OECC wastewater plant upgrade to boost reliability and cut costs; learn how it affects local service.
Posted inGrowth & Development
Senior care facility, Take 5 and new Snappy’s location move forward in Delaware
DELAWARE — A 120-bed senior care facility, a Take 5 Oil Change and a new home for Snappy’s Automotive are moving forward after receiving approvals from the Delaware Planning Commission on Aug. 5. The three projects are proposed for different parts of the city and remain subject to additional approvals, including from Delaware City Council. […]
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Liberty Township trustees reject rezoning request for senior apartment complex
Liberty Township trustees rejected rezoning for a 55+ apartment complex with horse stables after residents raised planning concerns. Read why.
Posted inLocal Government
Liberty Township trustees approve settlement to end legal dispute with Columbus Zoo
Liberty Township approved a settlement ending its zoo ticket-fee dispute, with the Columbus Zoo set to pay EMS costs; read what’s next.
Posted inEducation
Olentangy Schools expands emergency preparedness, launches new student wellness tools
LEWIS CENTER — Olentangy Schools is continuing to update how students and staff prepare for emergencies across the district’s 29 school buildings. Director of Safety, Security and Preparedness Ron Vogel gave the Olentangy Board of Education an update Thursday on the district’s safety initiatives and additional improvements planned for the upcoming school year. Vogel, a former […]
Posted inLocal Government
Delaware County Jobs and Family Services director resigns, interim director selected
DELAWARE — Delaware County Jobs and Family Services Director Bob Anderson is resigning from his role after eight years with the agency. Anderson officially leaves the role on Aug. 14. Six days later, he starts his new role as director of the Hamilton County Jobs and Family Services on Aug. 20. He said he was […]
Posted inCommunity Development
Powell to preserve historic Bennett Farm barn, repurpose timber for future event center
POWELL — The sheep may be gone, but the historic Bennett Farm barn they once called home will have a new life in Powell’s future park. Powell City Council approved a resolution allowing City Manager Andy White to enter into an agreement with Frontier Timber Framing LLC allowing the company to dismantle, store and reassemble […]