Thanks to @GroundworkOhio for including us in the 2026 Roadshow! Shelby Co. Commissioner Julie Ehemann joined Sen. Susan Manchester and local leaders at ROOTS Child Development Center in Jackson Center to see the county, village, YMCA, Airstream and Plastipak partnership at work.

The Fairfield County Commissioners hosted the 2026 State of the County on Tuesday. Commissioners Steve Davis, Dave L. Levacy, & Jeff Fix highlighted the county’s financial stewardship, economic growth, workforce development, and preparations for the opportunities that lie ahead.

Earlier today, the Clark County Commissioners dedicated their America 250 Heritage tree. Commissioners Charlie Patterson, Sasha Rittenhouse, and Greg Kaffenbarger presented America 250-Ohio Committee member Andrea Jordan with the official proclamation.

County commissioners and CCAO staff attended the Grand Opening of the 2026 Farm Science Review, The Ohio State University's premier agricultural event. Visitors see the latest agricultural technology, attend educational sessions and talk directly with experts and exhibitors.

CCAO members joined Gov. Mike DeWine and First Lady Fran DeWine at the 2026 First Lady's Luncheon celebrating Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Ohio, which gifts books to 432,000+ Ohio children every month. Proud to support its growth! 📚

Thank you to all our member counties and partners who attended CORSA's 39th Annual Membership Meeting today. Congrats to re-elected CORSA Board members: Washington Co. Commissioner Charlie Schilling, Delaware Co. Commissioner Gary Merrell, and Ottawa Co. Commissioner Mark Stahl!

Today is Constitution Day! Before taking office, Ohio’s county leaders take an oath to support the U.S. Constitution and Ohio Constitution. Today, CCAO celebrates the principles of representative government and public service that guide Ohio’s counties.

Great to connect at the Summit County State of the County, hosted by Executive Ilene Shapiro! Pictured with Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne, who delivered his address last week. Summit & Cuyahoga are Ohio's two counties with a charter form of government.

Clermont County Commissioners joined the dedication of a new #America250Ohio monument honoring 150+ Revolutionary War Patriots connected to Clermont County. A lasting tribute to those who helped build our nation—and a reminder that America’s story lives in Ohio’s counties.

On #PatriotDay, CCAO, CEBCO & CORSA join Ohio’s counties in remembering the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honoring those who answered the call to serve. Twenty-five years later, we still remember. We will never forget. 🇺🇸

In the Summer County Leader, guest columnist Jake Dowling highlights the vital partnership between Ohio counties and county boards of developmental disabilities, serving more than 117,000 Ohioans and their families. 📖 Read pages 24–25: ow.ly/yAic50ZLxZP

Happy Labor Day from CCAO, CORSA & CEBCO! 🇺🇸 Ohioans are defined by hard work, grit and determination. Today, we celebrate the workers whose dedication built Ohio and continue to move our state forward. Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable Labor Day!

As #OhioProud Month comes to a close, CCAO celebrates Ohio’s farmers, producers & businesses. In Wayne County, 7 businesses participate in Ohio Proud, including Lincoln Way Vineyards, pictured during a visit from ODA Director Brian Baldridge. Learn more: OhioProud.org

A simple idea became a meaningful Logan County tradition. 🇺🇸 In the Summer County Leader, CCAO’s Rachel Reedy shares how courthouse flags are given new life by honoring local veterans for their service. Read the feature on page 18: ow.ly/R1ub50ZGbet

Clark County is celebrating #OhioProud Month! Commissioners Rittenhouse, Patterson & Kaffenbarger recognized S&S Bee Company’s Scott Taylor and Young’s Jersey Dairy’s John Young—two local businesses helping showcase the best of Ohio agriculture. #OhioCounties

The Summer County Leader features Kevin Williams’ inaugural column as CEBCO Managing Director of Health & Wellness. Kevin highlights CEBCO’s growth to 49 counties, its recent Board Retreat & wellness initiatives. Read page 30: ow.ly/iS8t50ZFjLL

Ohio’s counties mourn the passing of Dolly Parton. CCAO members proudly helped expand her Imagination Library alongside First Lady Fran DeWine, with counties investing to bring books to Ohio children. Her legacy of literacy will live on for generations.

August is #OhioProud Month! Licking County Commissioners recognized local food & agricultural producers, including many showcased at the 2026 Hartford Independent Fair. CCAO applauds Ohio’s counties for supporting local producers and keeping dollars close to home. #OhioCounties

♻️ In the Summer County Leader, see how Rumpke is partnering with Ohio counties on sustainability, infrastructure & economic development. The feature highlights projects in Delaware, Clermont & Clark counties. Read pages 22–23: ow.ly/yOQO50ZCvpP