New 186-acre MetroPark to open in Hanover this fall
“If you like hiking, if you like being in a quiet, natural environment, if you like just spending a little bit of time in the woods, it’s going to be a fantastic park for you to visit.”
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Oxford Parks and Rec collects feedback for master plan, possible new TRI Center
The survey will use community feedback to shape a Parks Master Plan for projects to come over the next five to 10 years.
MetroParks Winter Hike Series returns for third year
Four hikes will connect Butler County locals to nature in January.
Oxford Parks and Recreation Department hosts Freedom Festival on July 3
The Oxford Freedom Festival occurred on July 3 and was organized by the Parks and Recreation Department, including first-year director Chad Smith.
Hanover Township preps for trustee election with more candidates than usual
Five candidates have pulled petitions to run in this year's election for two Hanover Township Trustee positions. If every candidate makes it to the ballot, it will be one of the most contested township races since at least 2000.
Oxford announces new Parks and Recreation Director; first day set for May
Chad Smith, Deputy Director of Butler County MetroParks, will take over the Oxford Parks and Recreation department in May.
Oxford Parks and Recreation Director to leave role for Eaton
Casey Wooddell is leaving his role with the City of Oxford after a 17-year career that spanned from sports coordinator to director of Parks and Recreation.