A test of outdoor warning sirens in Lewis County will take place this Thursday, August 2, at 10:00 a.m.
The monthly test will also promote public awareness of four of the warning sirens located in Lewis County.
These sirens are Continue reading
Public Safety Telecommunicators week is underway
The second week of April is recognized each year as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, bringing well deserved attention and recognition to the public safety dispatchers who are an invaluable part of every emergency response team.
This week of recognition, Continue reading
River crest estimate lowered; flash flooding possible tonight
Predicted local rainfall amounts have been reduced.
Weather forecasters are now predicting the Ohio River will not exceed minor flood stage by the time it crests here on Monday. Rain heading our way tonight may alter that forecast should the Continue reading
Officials prepared for river flooding
The current Ohio River forecast calls for minor flooding with a crest of about 58 feet expected on Tuesday. The crest level may change depending on the amount of rain through the weekend that will drain into the river.Ruckel declares State of Emergency
State of Emergency in Lewis County
Judge Executive Todd Ruckel has declared Lewis County under a State of Emergency.
We are experiencing flash flooding in some areas of Lewis County, especially west of Herron Hill and in the Cabin Continue reading
MCTC expands with new Rowan Campus
Officials on hand for the opening of MCTC’s new Rowan Campus included Trace Creek Construction CEO Sam Howard (in front) and MCTC President Dr. Stephen Vacik, State Representative Rocky Adkins, and Lewis County Judge Executive Todd Ruckel (standing). – Tammie Continue reading