News Releases

MWCD, USACE kick off second phase of work at Dover Dam
| November 8, 2011MWCD serving as local cost-share sponsor for $60-million project
Safety officials tour Dover Dam work site
| October 28, 2011'Unique' project offers opportunity for professionals to review $68.5-million project
MWCD readies for winter shoreline stabilization projects
| October 28, 2011A total of 26 construction sites planned at 5 reservoirs during winter months
16th Annual Forest Heritage Festival set Oct. 21, 22 at Dover
| October 17, 2011Event also raises funds for Akron Children's Hospital and features free admission, parking
No horsepower limit changes for Charles Mill Lake
| October 13, 2011Current horsepower limit of 10 hp to remain in effect

Former ODNR director to lead conservation program for MWCD
| September 27, 2011Logan also has experience as state legislator, county commissioner
MWCD lakes to undergo winter 'drawdown'; shoreline projects set
| September 26, 2011$2 million worth of pojects to be completed during winter months

Work to stabilize eroding hillside at Pleasant Hill Lake to begin in November
| September 9, 2011'Worst' shoreline at an MWCD lake to be addressed in upcoming months
MWCD to host boating education classes during October
| September 8, 2011Cost is only $5 per person for classwork that meets state boating requirements
MWCD working with Chartwell Group for transfer of ownership of Atwood Lake Resort
| September 6, 2011Real estate consultant and broker will lead effort for conservancy district
Labor Day weekend perfect time for 'getaway' to MWCD parks
| August 29, 2011Camping, boating, fishing, more available at parks, lakes of MWCD
Charles Mill Lake boating management plans subject of open house meeting Sept. 10
| August 23, 20112 potential lake management strategies to be presented, public comments to be accepted
Agencies meet with MWCD on possible Atwood Lake Resort donation
| August 19, 2011Discussions held with Carroll County commissioners, Kent State Tuscarawas & ODNR
Atwood Lake Resort will not be torn down; alternatives being sought
| July 22, 2011Board of Directors first will seek to donate financially sagging resort to another entity
Christmas in July at Pleasant Hill Park
| July 5, 2011Pleasant Hill Park to host fireworks show on July 16 Fireworks and a visit from Santa Claus - in the middle of summer. It doesn't get any better than that. The park will host its annual Christmas in July celebration, with events all weekend long.
MWCD offers free wireless Internet connections at lake parks, Piedmont Marina
| July 1, 2011Free service established in specified locations
MWCD approves partnering agreement for work at Bolivar Dam
| July 1, 2011MWCD to contribute up to $40 million toward project estimated at $150 million to $175 million
Atwood Lake Resort will not reopen, building to be razed
| June 30, 2011MWCD will focus on future recreational development of 500-acre resort property
Fireworks planned Monday, July 4, in amphitheater at Atwood Lake Park
| June 28, 2011Enjoy a full weekend of events, camping and fireworks at Atwood Lake Park!
Charles Mill lake Park to host fireworks show Saturday, July 2
| June 28, 2011Park to host full weekend of events over the Fourth of July holiday
Seneca Lake Park to host giant fireworks show Saturday, July 2
| June 28, 2011Bands to play at each side of park's campgrounds prior to fireworks show!
Tappan Lake Park to celebrate holiday with fireworks, fun on Saturday, July 2
| June 28, 2011Annual show by 'Joe Zelek Band' kicks off Saturday night events!
Fireworks light up skies over MWCD lake parks on Fourth of July holiday weekend
| June 17, 2011Shows on July 2 at Charles Mill, Seneca & Tappan; July 4 at Atwood; and July 16 at Pleasant Hill

Court appoints Parham to 2nd term on MWCD Board of Directors
| June 9, 2011Atwood Lake resident originally appointed to Board of Directors in 2006

Commander updates Conservancy Court on MWCD area projects
| June 9, 2011Progress continues at steady pace on planning, construction for 5 priority projects by USACE

Cleveland State swimmer trains for Olympics at Atwood Lake
| June 8, 2011South Africa native hopes to gain spot on team for London Olympics in 2012

Vacation cabin reservation policy updated at 4 MWCD parks
| June 3, 2011Guests now will be able to make reservations up to one year in advance for the popular family vacation cabins at Atwood, Pleasant Hill, Seneca and Tappan parks!
MWCD Board approves reactivation of Black Fork Subdistrict
| June 2, 2011Shelby mayor calls decision 'historic' for residents of region
Horse trail to expand in Pleasant Hill Lake region
| May 31, 2011Camping section at Pleasant Hill Lake Park devoted to horse owners with large pads, other amenities
Atwood Lake Park opens May 27 for summer season
| May 23, 2011Swimming beach opens; activities aplenty over summer months