Fayette County Economic Development

05/28/2026

05/28/2026

Packing bags, sorting swag, and getting ready for tomorrow morning. ☕💜

Partners and volunteers came together today to prepare for the Grab N’ Go Breakfast hosted by Fayette County Su***de Prevention Coalition & partners.

Farmers, senior citizens, and veterans are invited to stop by for this breakfast featuring free coffee, breakfast, local resources, and a few take-home goodies, while supplies last.

No cost. No catch. Just community.

📍 OSU Extension Office – Fayette County
🕗 Friday, May 22 | 8–10 a.m.

05/27/2026

I have directed the chair of the Ohio Tax Credit Authority to pause consideration of any new data center tax exemption requests while the Ohio General Assembly's Joint Data Center Committee studies the growth of data centers in Ohio. https://bit.ly/4wTpumd

05/27/2026

Feeling lucky? 🦆 Support a great cause and join the fun at the Washington Court House Rotary 1st Annual Duck Derby!

You don’t need to be present to win — if your duck is the first to cross the finish line, you’ll win a 2026 FourTrax Recon ATV generously donated by John Hinderer Ford! 👏💙

Best of all, every duck purchased helps support local scholars!👩‍🎓

🔹 Ducks are just $10 each
🔹 Quack Pack special: 6 ducks for $50

Purchase your duck today for a chance to win big while supporting a great local cause! 🏁

Purchase ducks here:
givebutter.com/wch-rotary-duck-derby-kl3me7

05/26/2026

Today at Rotary, we welcomed Ken Ford, OSU Extension Agriculture & Natural Resources Educator for Fayette County! 🌱🚜

For the past 12 years, Ken has helped farmers, landowners, and residents discover practical ways to improve agriculture and protect natural resources to strengthen our community.

Ken highlighted several research projects taking place at the county farm located at the Fayette County Airport, including applied research plots, insect monitoring, and eFields.

He also spoke about the Annual Agronomy Field Day, which brings educational speakers and hands-on field demonstrations to the community each year, along with pesticide and fertilizer recertification programs that serve 60–80 participants annually on a three-year cycle. In addition, he is involved with the Fayette County Ag Hall of Fame, helping recognize the individuals who have made lasting contributions to local agriculture.

Thank you, Ken, for sharing your knowledge and for the important work you do for Fayette County agriculture! 👏

05/20/2026

Yesterday, we welcomed Lori Hatfield and Nick Bailey from Atomic Credit Union!

Lori serves as the Branch Manager in Washington Court House, and Nick is the Regional Manager.

They shared insights about the credit union and the differences between a credit union and a bank.

We also learned more about Atomic Credit Union’s strong commitment to financial literacy through their Student-Run Credit Union program. Since 2011, this initiative has grown across Southern Ohio into approximately 100 schools in 38 school districts, including Miami Trace and Washington Court House City Schools. This program gives students hands-on experience with saving, budgeting, and real-world financial skills.

We appreciate their time and their continued investment in our local schools and community!

05/19/2026

Ready… Set… QUACK! 🦆

The WCH Rotary Duck Derby is getting closer, and now’s your chance to adopt your lucky duck for just $10!

Every duck adopted supports scholarships for local high school students right here in our community. ❤️

🎟️ Adopt your duck today:
givebutter.com/wch-rotary-duck-derby-kl3me7

Start a ripple, create a wave. ✨

05/15/2026