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A warm welcome to Harrison's new police officer One of the most meaningful moments of the evening was the swearing-in of Tyler Ballauer, officially welcoming him to the Harrison Police Department. Introduced by Chief Charles Lindsay, Officer Ballauer brings a strong background in public service. He is a Ross High School graduate, earned a bachelor’s degree from Miami University, completed the Ohio State Highway Patrol Police Academy in 2022, and most recently served with the

Harrison City Council opened the year with its first meeting of 2026 on Tuesday, January 6, marking the start of a new council term and a series of updates focused on the year ahead. New Council Members Sworn In Mayor Ryan Grubbs and Councilmember Bill Neyer A new year brings new beginnings and the start of a new term for Harrison City Council. Mayor Ryan Grubbs opened the meeting by swearing in Tanner Dole, Patty Van Cleve, Ed Whitt, and Bill Neyer, officially welcoming the

Harrison City Council held its final meeting of the year on Tuesday (Dec. 16), blending routine City business with meaningful moments of appreciation, reflection, and a look ahead to the new year. Development Agreement and Retail Update Council approved the final property agreement for the retail development at 10400 Harrison Avenue, marking a major milestone for the project and the official announcement of Target   as the first confirmed retail tenant. John Silverman, repres

Harrison City Council met on Tuesday night to approve the City’s 2026 budget, support key infrastructure and public safety projects, and share a full slate of upcoming holiday and community events. The meeting also included a significant show of generosity from local veterans’ organizations, updates on recreation projects, and reminders about winter resources available to residents. Veterans Organizations Support Mayor’s Fund and Public Safety The Harrison VFW presented donat

Harrison City Council Advances Dry Fork Road Project, Approves Year-End Budget Adjustments, and Looks Ahead to the Holidays. Roadway & Infrastructure Actions City Council approved a professional services agreement with TEC Engineering, Inc. for the next phase of improvements at the Dry Fork Road / I-74 eastbound ramp intersection, and authorized Mayor Ryan Grubbs to apply for Ohio Public Works Commission (OPWC) funding for eligible road and infrastructure projects. Finance Up

As the federal government shutdown continues, many families in Harrison and the surrounding area are beginning to feel its effects. Some are missing paychecks, while others have lost access to food assistance programs such as SNAP. In response, local churches, nonprofits, and city partners have stepped forward to make sure no one in our community goes without food or support. The City of Harrison continues to coordinate with community organizations to keep residents informed