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WATER MAIN BREAK LEAVES THE PLAINS WITHOUT WATER
  • The town square in Nelsonville

    Jay Edwards lost hometown vote in state race

    Keri Johnson

    November 5, 2026
    Elections, Featured, Government, News, Politics

    Compared to a close call statewide, former State Rep. Jay Edwards polled poorly in Nelsonville in the Ohio treasurer race. Read More

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