Author: Jason Francis

The Adams County Community Foundation has awarded a grant to the Adams County Medical Foundation to support Drug Free Clubs of America (DFCA) programs in local schools throughout Adams County. Drug Free Clubs of America is a voluntary, school-based prevention program designed to encourage students to remain drug-free through positive reinforcement, peer support, confidential drug…

The Adams County Community Foundation recently announced a grant from the David Worley Memorial Fund to support the purchase of new choir risers for the Peebles High School music program. The previous risers had been in use for more than 26 years and had become unsafe for student performances. The grant honors the memory of…

“Band of Brothers” – Brother in Arms with friends Donald Hoobler and William Howell Easy Company, 2nd Battalion, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, Robert James “Bob” Rader was a son of Adams County, Ohio, a dedicated educator, and a decorated World War II paratrooper whose life reflected quiet courage, humility, and lifelong service…

The Adams County Community Foundation hosted an evening of celebration on Monday, April 20, at the W3CU auditorium in Winchester, honoring 67 scholarship recipients during its second annual scholarship banquet. More than 100 guests attended the event, including 41 scholarship recipients, their families, and several generous donors who have established endowment funds with the Foundation….

A newly established fund with the Adams County Community Foundation is making a meaningful difference in the lives of local children. The C.E. Smith Family Charitable Endowment Fund, created in March 2025 by Bob and Brenda Smith of West Union, was founded to support several causes including the care, protection, and well-being of children and…

Wiley Harold “Iron Man” Piatt (July 13, 1874 – September 20, 1946) was an American professional baseball player and one of the most durable pitchers of his era. A left-handed pitcher and batter known for both his stamina and his hitting ability, Piatt played in Major League Baseball from 1898 to 1903 with the Philadelphia…

The Adams County Community Foundation continues to open doors to brighter futures through education.  In just six years, the Foundation has awarded 201 scholarships to local students pursuing college and trade school opportunities. This year alone, five endowed scholarship funds will provide 67 scholarships, helping students take the next step toward their career goals.  These…

Band of Brothers and Beyond: E Company, 506th Regiment, 101st Airborne  Technician Fifth Grade William Alexander Howell—known to family and friends as Bill—was one of Adams County’s own who answered the call of duty during the Second World War. His life story reflects quiet courage, deep loyalty, and a lifelong devotion to family, community, and country. As…

The Adams County Community Foundation is especially proud to honor the Salamon Family, Dr. Alexander and Lilly Salamon and their most distinguished daughters: Julie Salamon, celebrated author, journalist, and storyteller, and her sister Dr. Suzanne Salamon, a leading physician in geriatric medicine. Their lives and work are a testament to the power of compassion, resilience,…

The Adams County Community Foundation recently awarded a grant to the pre-apprenticeship training program at Foundations for the Trades in nearby Portsmouth, Ohio. This state-recognized program prepares participants for careers in the skilled construction trades through structured instruction, safety training, employability skills, and exposure to multiple trade disciplines, helping individuals transition into registered apprenticeships and…