Main Street Monroe

04/11/2021

AAUW Middletown is hosting a charity event this weekend and next weekend called the "Holiday Bazaar." The sale will include donated new/gently used holiday items. Proceeds from the sale are used to support the program and mission of the branch which includes local scholarships and the National AAUW Greatest Needs Fund.

The event will take place on Friday and Saturday, November 5 & 6, AND November 12 & 13 from 9a.m.-3p.m.

Donations are accepted on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 10-11:30a.m.

Some donation ideas:

–items that can be regifted, new candles, lotions, socks, scarves, gloves, hats, purses, jewelry
–decorations – trees, wreaths, centerpieces
–lights, if they work
–holiday dishes, trays, etc.
–linens – placemats, tablecloths, napkins, towels, pillows, winter bed linen
–greeting/holiday cards, stationery, gift bags, wrapping paper, ribbon
–holiday books, games, puzzles, toys
–handcrafted items – whatever your specialty

For more information, visit https://middletown-oh.aauw.net/fundraising/holiday-bazaar/

Holiday Bazaar HOLIDAY BAZAAR Fridays and Saturdays, November 5 & 6 AND November 12 & 13, 2021 2204 Central Avenue, Middletown, OH Donations of new/gently used holiday items currently accepted Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, 10-11:30am. Items must be clean and In good condition/repair. Last day....

26/08/2021

The City of Monroe along with RA Miller Construction is set to begin construction on the 2021 ADA Handicap Ramp Compliance Program. The areas of construction are East Avenue, Old Street, Church Street, Lebanon Road, and East Elm Street. Learn more here: https://www.monroeohio.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=131

2021 ADA Handicap Ramp Compliance Program

24/08/2021

Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden's Chance the cheetah, one of the oldest in the country, passed away overnight on Sunday.

Story: https://www.wlwt.com/article/chance-the-cheetah-one-of-oldest-in-country-dies-at-cincinnati-zoo/37386733

Chance the cheetah -- one of the oldest cheetahs in the nation -- has died at the Cincinnati Zoo.

27/07/2021

Edgewood High School graduate Zach Apple spurred pride in Butler County and around the country with his performance that earned his 4x100 relay team an Olympic gold medal in Tokyo on Sunday night.

Apple's work isn't done in Tokyo: https://www.daytondailynews.com/sports/whats-next-for-zach-apple-how-to-follow-butler-countys-olympic-gold-medalist-swimmer-this-week/QRQMBIYLQZH4VGKSHYNSNXKPDQ/

Edgewood High School graduate Zach Apple spurred pride in Butler County and around the country with his performance that earned his 4x100 relay team an Olympic gold medal in Tokyo on Sunday night.

15/07/2021

Monroe families: Hornet Haven Daycare & Preschool could use your help.
Several teachers are planning to retire or move on to other careers. Much like a lot of other businesses in our area, Hornet Haven Daycare and Preschool is in desperate need of staff members in order to keep the program open.
Duties would include and are not limited to: helping with snacks, interacting with children, preschool assistant teacher, and light housekeeping. Hours available are Mon - Fri 6:30am-9:30am or Mon - Fri 2pm-5:30pm. You can choose from either shift or both!
Applicant must be 18 years old & have a high school diploma. All training is done at the daycare. Hornet Haven is located at Monroe United Methodist Church on East Avenue.
For more information, refer to Rachel Houk-Watkins post on Monroe, Ohio: Our Town, Our COMMUNITY or send your resume to [email protected] or call Rachel @ 539-0433.

14/07/2021

A long Monroe native, former mayor Bob Routson has announced his retirement from the Monroe City Council. Continue reading to find out more about the man who served our city for over 2 decades: https://www.mainstreetmonroe.com/a-html/stories/routson-resigns-city-council.html

Earlier in June, the longest tenured member of the Monroe City Council made the announcement that he will retire at the end of the month.

09/07/2021

After the fatal crash on Ohio 63 last month, Monroe is now considering lowering the speed limit near the Ohio 63/Main Street intersection. Here's everything we know so far: https://www.mainstreetmonroe.com/a-html/stories/Monroe-speed-study.html

After a fatal accident on May 13, Monroe council is considering spending money on a study to decide if lowering the speed limit is possible.

28/06/2021

Do you want to see fireworks this weekend in Butler County? Here's where you can see shows: https://news.yahoo.com/butler-county-fireworks-where-see-141200129.html

14/06/2021

11 years ago today, we lost a Monroe monument to a fire: Touchdown Jesus.

Read more about the lightning strike that gained national attention: https://www.mainstreetmonroe.com/a-html/stories/touchdown-jesus-anniversary.html

02/06/2021

Butler and Warren Counties hosted several memorable Memorial Day parades and ceremonies. Here's a recap of what you might have missed: https://www.mainstreetmonroe.com/a-html/stories/Butler-Warren-MD-2021.html

Middletown will host a Memorial Day Parade this year beginning at 10 a.m. in Smith Park on May 31.

29/05/2021

The Butler County OVI Task Force will conduct an OVI Checkpoint tonight in Monroe beginning at 7 p.m. and ending no later than 10 p.m.

The location will be northbound Cincinnati Dayton Road at Todhunter Road. Be responsible!

27/05/2021

Are you looking for something to do on Memorial Day? Help honor our fallen soldiers by attending the Middletown Memorial Day Parade on Monday.

Full story: https://www.mainstreetmonroe.com/a-html/stories/memorial-day-2021.html

Middletown will host a Memorial Day Parade this year to honor the men and women who lost their lives in the service of our country.

Full story: https://www.mainstreetmonroe.com/a-html/stories/memorial-day-2021.html

27/05/2021

“We made it! Thanks to our staff, students, parents, and community for working together for a successful school year! With all the challenges the pandemic handed us, we are so proud of our combined efforts to keep our doors open and engage our learners in person and virtually.”

14/05/2021

Summer is almost here!

04/05/2021

Monroe Safety Town is back this summer! This program is to educate kids going into kindergarten on how to safely cross roads, ride in a car, obey traffic lights and signals, and how to react to fires.

Find out how to sign up: https://www.mainstreetmonroe.com/a-html/stories/safety-town.html

Weekly programs will extend from June 7 to July 19th.

15/04/2021

PAWS Adoption Center's Annual Yard Sale is coming up soon! Find out how you can help Monroe's Progressive Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) and animals in need like Tucker (pictured): https://mainstreetmonroe.com/a-html/stories/paws-yard-sale.html

09/04/2021

30/03/2021

24/03/2021

The Public Works Director is requesting approval for the rehab of Monroe Crossing Park. The contract will include rehab of the carousel building, new unisex bathrooms and storage room, new sitting areas, and landscaping.

Read more here: https://mainstreetmonroe.com/a-html/stories/monroe-crossing-rehabilitation.html

Monroe residents have been experiencing user access issues to the Citizen Self Service portal after a significant upgrade to their financial software during the final quarter of 2020.

22/03/2021

Monroe Residents: Are you having issues with Monroe's self-service portal? Here are some alternative solutions and an update on the ongoing issue: https://mainstreetmonroe.com/a-html/stories/monroe-self-service-portal.html

Monroe residents have been experiencing user access issues to the Citizen Self Service portal after a significant upgrade to their financial software during the final quarter of 2020.