Press Release
Community Development

ACGP Ribbon Cuttings Across Southeast Ohio

October 15, 2026

For Immediate Release

MARIETTA, Ohio – Buckeye Hills Regional Council will join community leaders, project partners, and residents across Southeast Ohio for a series of ribbon-cutting ceremonies celebrating projects funded through the Appalachian Community Grant Program (ACGP).

The upcoming events will recognize investments that support community revitalization, tourism, cultural heritage, and quality of life throughout Appalachian Ohio. The projects reflect ongoing efforts to strengthen local communities, enhance regional attractions, and create new opportunities for residents and visitors.

Buckeye Hills Regional Council invites community members, local officials, and regional partners to join in celebrating these milestones.

Upcoming Ribbon-Cutting Ceremonies

Ecotone Amphitheater
– Date: Monday, October 19, 2026
– Time: 3:30 p.m.
– Location: 37800 State Route 7, Sardis, OH 43946

Pomeroy Riverfront Revitalization
– Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2026
– Time: 9:15 a.m.
– Location: Court Street Commons, Pomeroy, OH 45769

Logan Streetscape
– Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
– Time: 2:00 p.m.
– Location: 1 S. Market Street, Logan, OH 43138

Underground Railroad Museum
– Date: Friday, November, 13, 2026
– Time: 2 p.m.
– Location: 297 W. Cross Street, Morristown, OH 43759

Southeast Ohio History Center
– Date: Friday, November 20, 2026
– Time: 3:30 p.m.
– Location: 24 W. State Street, Athens, OH 45701

The Appalachian Community Grant Program supports transformative projects in Ohio’s Appalachian region, helping communities build on their unique assets and strengthen their economies. These ribbon cuttings highlight the partnerships and local efforts bringing those investments to life.

“The Appalachian Community Grant Program is a historic, once-in-a-generation investment in our region,” said Buckeye Hills Regional Council Executive Director Chasity Schmelzenbach. “These projects are creating lasting change and opening doors for future generations. We’re excited to celebrate alongside the state and local leaders and partners who made these investments possible.”

Buckeye Hills Regional Council encourages residents, community leaders, and project supporters to attend the ceremonies and celebrate the impact of these investments across Southeast Ohio.

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