News Releases
MWCD main office at New Philadelphia closed for the day - Thursday, Sept. 2
| September 2, 2010Due to a power outage and related effects, the MWCD main office at 1319 3rd St. NW, New Philadelphia, will be CLOSED for the day on Thursday, Sept. 2.
Labor Day holiday events this weekend at MWCD lake parks
| August 30, 2010Parks' summer season ends Sept. 7; camping still available all year long
Free kayak class planned Sept. 25 at Tappan Lake Park
| August 27, 2010Kayaks, safety equipment supplied to participants for class
Rt. 250 to be closed after Labor Day in Tappan Lake region
| August 25, 2010Work expected to take 45 days; detours on Rts. 9 and 151
MWCD lakes not affected by algae, are safe for recreation
| August 19, 2010No warnings or other concerns listed at any of the 10 MWCD lakes
MWCD moves forward on sediment study, work planned at Bolivar Dam
| August 5, 2010Agreement signed with Ohio University for research, USACE seeking final approval for partnering plan at Bolivar
MWCD, ODNR to work together on watershed projects
| August 3, 2010Agreement to develop projects in 18-county watershed region
Plan now for final fireworks show of summer Sept. 4 at Atwood Park
| August 3, 2010Event will be part of park's Labor Day weekend celebration
MWCD Board directs further negotiations for Atwood Lodge
| July 29, 2010MWCD staff, Board seeking solutions for 45-year-old resort complex
MWCD sprays portion of Tappan Lake to slow invasive plants
| July 23, 2010Work to concentrate on eastern end of lake
Hydrogen sulfide possible at Piedmont Dam
| July 22, 2010No restrictions for activities (boating, fishing) on the lake
More than 60,000 fans enjoy 'Alive Festival' at Atwood Lake Park
| July 19, 2010Tickets for 2011 event go on sale in August at alive.org
Fireworks, Santa take center stage at Pleasant Hill Lake Park
| July 13, 2010Park's annual giant fireworks show Saturday night, July 17, at dark!
Atwood Lodge featured on WKSU Radio
| July 8, 2010News report focuses on current performance, possible future of 45-year-old lodge
July 4 Holiday Weekend Boating Law Enforcement Focused On Impaired Boaters
| June 29, 2010Last weekend’s Operation Dry Water rated successful by ODNR
Fireworks, fun highlight Fourth of July holiday at MWCD lake parks
| June 28, 2010Fireworks shows Saturday at Charles Mill, Seneca and Tappan parks, Sunday at Atwood Lake!
Drunk boaters target of Ohio waterways safety enforcement
| June 15, 2010As many as 70 State Watercraft officers, joined by U.S. Coast Guard and local marine patrol officers, will participate in Operation Dry Water June 25-27..
2 MWCD lakes part of water quality testing project
| June 10, 2010U.S. Geological Survey coordinating program at several reservoirs in Ohio
Harry Horstman appointed to new 5-year term on MWCD Board of Directors
| June 8, 2010Conservancy Court also hears from Col. Robert Peterson
Free rides offered during safe boating event June 12 at Pleasant Hill Lake Park
| June 4, 2010All events and park admission free from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Refurbished boat launch ramp now open at Tappan Lake
| May 27, 2010Main ramp off Rt. 250 near dam offers new, wider launch ramp
MWCD lake parks ready for summer
| May 25, 2010Admission is only $5 per car, camping available all year long!
MWCD commissions firm to reposition, redevelop Atwood Lodge
| May 22, 2010Strategic plan to be produced by experts with record for improving resort properties around country
Muskingum River Watershed dams focus of media coverage
| May 17, 2010Story focuses on work planned at dams in upcoming years
Free boat safety checks to be held at 4 lakes
| May 17, 2010Inspections planned at Charles Mill, Leesville, Pleasant Hill and Tappan lakes
Tappan Lake Park to celebrate 50th anniversary with fireworks show on Sunday, May 30
| May 17, 2010Fireworks show is part of season-opening weekend at park
MWCD to host kayak classes this summer
| May 3, 2010'Quick Start Your Kayak' classes scheduled in June, July, August and September
Three receive seats on MWCD Development Advisory Committee
| April 28, 2010Seneca lessee, avid outdoorsman and Leesville area resident join 18-member volunteer committee
MWCD to participate in numerous projects in 2010
| March 26, 2010Local cost-share for work at Bolivar, Dover dams to total more than $1.7 million
2010 Atwood Labor Day Fireworks at Atwood Lake Park
Sat, September 4: 12:00am Free kayak classes at Atwood Lake Park beach at Atwood Lake Park beach
Sat, September 11: 8:00am MWCD Board of Directors meeting at New Philadelphia City Council Chambers
Fri, September 17: 9:00am Free "Quick Start Your Kayak" class at Tappan Lake Park at Tappan Lake Park
Sat, September 25: 9:00am 28th Annual Atwood Area Fall Festival at Atwood Lake Park
Fri, October 1: 12:00am
