News Releases
Summer to kick off over Memorial Day holiday weekend at MWCD lakes, parks
| May 20, 2013Camping, swimming, events planned throughout summer at MWCD parks, campgrounds
SHort-term water supply policy approved for MWCD lakes
| May 17, 2013Policy includes guidelines for water supply for oil, gas industry
MWCD to provide funds in partnership for Asian Carp studies
| May 7, 2013Conservancy District to work with The Nature Conservancy, Ohio Department of Natural Resources
Fireworks shows planned all summer long at MWCD lake parks
| May 7, 2013Pleasant Hill Park to host 3 shows during 2013 season
Lack of rainfall has Tappan Lake lagging behind normal lake level
| April 25, 2013Region around lake has received only about half of normal rainfall over winter
Great Flood of 1913 led to MWCD, system of dams and reservoirs
| March 24, 2013Since construction, estimated $10.7 billion in potential property damage saved from flooding
MWCD approves $750,000 in grants for 9 community projects
| March 20, 2013MWCD has presented total of 37 grants worth more than $3 million since 2009
MWCD to host boating education classes at Pleasant Hill, Tappan lakes
| February 22, 2013Sessions scheduled in April, May
MWCD Board OKs non-development oil, gas lease at Seneca Reservoir
| February 15, 2013Agreement covers more than 6,000 acres of MWCD property
MWCD negotiates non-development oil, gas lease at Seneca Reservoir
| January 18, 2013Lease prohibits any activity on MWCD property, extends protections to adjacent properties
Parham to lead MWCD Board of Directors in 2013
| December 31, 2012Richard J. Pryce of North Canton to serve as vice president
Crossroads RC&D work to continue through new fund of Muskingum Watershed Conservancy Foundation
| December 14, 2012Fund will be dedicated to supporting conservation, education, outdoor recreation projects in region
National news story highlights MWCD oil and gas lease environmental safeguards
| November 30, 2012Environmental safety stipulations in MWCD lease considered to be 'beyond' most stringent in nation
MWCD shoreline projects to be done during winter 'drawdown'
| October 29, 2012More than $1.6 million of work planned
17th Annual Forest Heritage Festival set Friday, Saturday at Dover
| October 16, 2012Event offers free admission and parking, proceeds benefit Akron Children's Hospital
MWCD to host public meeting Oct. 17 concerning Seneca Lake
| October 11, 2012Details to be shared include leasing of MWCD property at lake for oil and gas exploration, potential for water requests
Fireworks and more planned Oct. 5-7 at Atwood Area Fall Festival
| September 25, 2012Fireworks show scheduled Saturday, Oct. 6
MWCD Board authorizes water sales at 2 lakes in 'drawdown'
| September 24, 2012Short-term agreements will reduce potential road damage from truck traffic at time when billions of gallons of water is released from lakes
Brown pelican sighting a 'sensation' at Atwood Lake
| August 29, 2012Bird is only 6th confirmed sighting of species ever in Ohio
Enjoy Labor Day weekend at the MWCD lakes
| August 27, 2012Swimming beaches, some activities close for season at 5 MWCD lake parks, but camping available all year long
MWCD advisory committee welcomes 3 new members
| August 14, 2012DAC makes recommendations to Board of Directors
Atwood Lake Region trail planning meeting scheduled Aug. 27
| August 9, 2012Public input being sought for multi-purpose trail master plan
Santa, fireworks headline Pleasant Hill Park Christmas in July on July 21
| July 12, 2012Full weekend of fun scheduled July 20 and 21
Piedmont Marina without power, phone, water services for several days
| July 1, 2012Damage minimal to docks
Cleanup continues at Seneca Lake Park
| July 1, 2012Thunderstorm, high winds cause damage in campgrounds, knock out electric service
Fireworks shows June 30 at Tappan Park, July 4 at Atwood Park, and July 7 at Charles Mill and Seneca parks
| June 22, 2012Pleasant Hill Lake Park to host its show on July 21
USACE commander updates judges on projects at dams in Muskingum River Watershed
| June 12, 2012Court appoints Pryce to second term on MWCD Board of Directors
MWCD halts sales of water pending further study, updated policy
| June 7, 2012Conservancy district to 'slow down' process of managing water sales requests
Atwood Lake trail planning meeting scheduled June 4
| May 29, 2012Public input being sought for development of master plan for multi-purpose trail
Seneca Marina to open for season on Friday, May 25
| May 24, 2012Renovations to continue throughout year; new telephone number (740) 685-0015
