November 11 — Veterans Day City Administrative Offices and the Obetz Community Center: Closed...
Fortress Fright Night 2022 Recap | Photo Album
Thanks for another great year! Visit our Facebook to check out more photos from this year's...
Trick or Treat in Obetz | Oct. 31, 2022
This year, Trick or Treat in Obetz will be held on Monday, October 31st, from 6:00 to 8:00...
Water Main Break Notice | 10/27/22
A water main break has occurred on Groveport Road near the west roundabout near Alum Creek Drive....
Championship Sunday | Obetz Youth Football & Cheer
Message to the Obetz Community: The 2022 Obetz Youth Football and Cheer season will see its...
Notice of Big Walnut Area Community Improvement Corporation Meeting
The Big Walnut Area Community Improvement Corporation (BWACIC) will hold a special meeting on...
Fortress Fright Night 2022
Join us if you Dare! Fortress Fright Night returns this year on Friday, October 28th from 6:00 to...
Beginner’s Baking Class
We've had such fun at this year's cake decorating classes that we decided to add a Beginner's...
Holiday Closure | Offices Closed
City Administrative Offices and the Obetz Community Center will be closed Monday, October 10th....
Right Foot Forward | Intro to Skateboarding
Big thanks to Right Foot Forward for teaching our Intro to Skateboarding Class this past Saturday....
Fall Lawn Care, Leaf Management, and Composting
Fall is here! The Franklin Soil and Water Conservation District has provided us with some great...
2022 Stormwater Awareness Week | 10/16-10/22
Stormwater Awareness Week is a regional effort that encourages communities (and the groups that...
Mayor Kirk’s Golf Outing
Help Mayor Kirk slice away hunger on September 23, at the annual Mayor's Golf Outing! This year's...
2022 Obetz Zucchinifest
Join us from September 2nd to September 5th in Fortress Obetz for the Annual Obetz Zucchinifest!...
Put Trash Bins out on Thursday Nights
During the summer months, Waste Management will often start their routes very early on Friday...
Four-wheelers, dirt bikes, and mini-bikes prohibited in Obetz
Obetz would like to extend a friendly reminder that four-wheelers, dirt bikes, and mini-bikes are...
Obetz Council Passes Ordinance to Allow Fireworks on Specific Days of the Year
Read more on Ordinance 37-22 here: Ordinance 37-22
Special Council Meeting
Obetz City Council has scheduled a special meeting that will be held on Thursday, June 16, 2022 at...
Friendly Reminder – Golf Carts within the City of Obetz
*Four-wheelers, dirt bikes, and mini-bikes are prohibited on all City streets, sidewalks, and bike...
Annual Spring Clean Up & Tire Disposal
The Annual Obetz Spring Clean Up has been scheduled for Friday, May 13th. This is your normal...
Important Tax Information
The Village of Obetz contracted with the CCA – DIVISION OF TAXATION to administer income tax...
Earth Month Tips
Earth Day is April 22nd this year! The Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio (SWACO) has come up...
Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Join us on Saturday, April 9th for our annual Easter Egg Hunt at Fortress Obetz! There will be...
Daddy Daughter Dance
This year's dance is on April 22nd from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. The dance is held in Stewart Hall at...
Cake Decorating Class
Join us at the Obetz Community Center on March 17th, 2022 at 6:30pm to decorate a Saint Patrick's...
We are Hiring! (Part-Time Facility Attendant)
The City is looking for enthusiastic candidates to join our team at the Obetz Athletic Club. Enjoy...
Now Accepting Obetz Farmers’ Market 2022 Vendor Applications
The City of Obetz is now accepting applications to be a part of the 2022 Farmers' Market! The...
Obetz Krazy Kroppers March Madness Crop
Come hang with your gnomies and join in on the MADNESS as we celebrate our 20th year crafting...
Important Notice Concerning Trash Collection for Feb. 4
Trash collection is still scheduled for Friday, but we may see a delay in removal services due to...
Obetz Krazy Kroppers Annual Valentine’s Day Crop
Eat, scrap, and be mine! Please join us as we celebrate LOVE with our annual Valentine's Day Crop....
This Month’s Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Canceled
The meeting scheduled for February 9th has been canceled.
Crafting at the Community Center
Join the Krazy Kroppers for their first monthly meeting of 2022! The “Coffee, Cocoa, and Cards”...
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
Obetz City Council has scheduled a special meeting that will be held on Wednesday,January 12, 2022...
Holiday Lights Contest Winners
The results are in! Here are your 2021 Obetz Holiday Lights Contest winners! Thank you to everyone...
Park Improvements & Additions
The Obetz park improvement process is currently underway. McFadyen Park, Bridlewood Park, and the...
More Time at Home this Fall? Keep Streets Leaf-free to Protect Our Water
With more Obetz residents spending time at home, fall is a great time of year to take simple...
2021 Stormwater Awareness Week | 10/17-10/21
Stormwater Awareness Week is a regional effort that encourages communities (and the groups that...
Fortress Fright Night
This event will be located inside Fortress Obetz and in the main parking lot of the Fortress....
Special Council Meeting – Thursday, September 30
Obetz Village Council has scheduled a special meeting that will be held on Thursday, September 30,...
1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. to Hire More Than 10,000 Seasonal Associates Nationwide, Increasing its Workforce 4X Heading into the Holiday Season
1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. is hiring more than 10,000 seasonal associates across its family of brands...
Mosquito Spraying in Obetz on Tuesday, 9/14
Franklin County Public Health has scheduled a mosquito control treatment in Obetz on Tuesday,...
Trash collection delayed to Saturday, September 11th
Due to Labor Day, trash will be collected on Saturday, September 11th this week. Waste Management...
Repaving Broehm Road
Starting on Wednesday, September 8th, Broehm Road in Obetz will be undergoing maintenance. The...
Obetz Admin Building and OCC closed through 9/13
The Obetz Administrative Offices and Obetz Community Center will be closed this week. Normal...
Special Council Meeting
Obetz Village Council has scheduled a special meeting that will be held on Monday, July 19, 2021...
Mosquito Spraying in Obetz – 6/29
Franklin County Public Health has scheduled a mosquito control treatment in Obetz for the evening...
Madison Christian School donates to Obetz Food Pantry
The Madison Christian School High School Baseball Team gave back to the Obetz community by...
Obetz Offices Closed in Observance of Holiday
Obetz offices will be closed on Friday, June 18th in observance of the holiday. This will not...
Public Notice for Committee Meeting
A Public Works and Safety Committee meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, June 22 at 5:30 PM in...
Public Notice for Budget Meeting
Village Council will hold a public meeting on June 28th at 6:00 PM at the Government Center...
Sheetz is now open in Obetz
Sheetz is an American chain of convenience stores and coffee shops offering custom food,...
Invitation for bids
Project Name: Bixby Road and Groveport Road Roadway Improvements Please see attached document for...
Mosquito Spraying in Obetz
Franklin County Public Health has scheduled a mosquito control treatment in Obetz for the evening...
Vaccine Clinic at the OCC
Are you looking to get a COVID-19 vaccine? The Obetz Community Center will be hosting a vaccine...
Ezra Ray Hart at this year’s Zucchinifest
Check out your Saturday entertainment at this year's Zucchinifest! The Supergroup Ezra Ray Hart...
Big & Rich at this year’s Zucchinifest
This year's Sunday night entertainment is Big & Rich featuring Cowboy Troy! Just us Labor Day...
2020 Obetz Annual Report
Attached you will find a summary of the municipal operations of the Village of Obetz, Ohio for the...
2021 Obetz Zucchinifest
Just us Labor Day Weekend for the Obetz Zucchinifest! Four days of food, music, rides, and...
Managing Stormwater on Your Property
The New Normal The news has been saturated (pun intended) with water-related headlines lately and...
(Update: April Fools!) Shipping Problem Causes Obetz Easter Egg Hunt To Be Cancelled
Hopefully we didn't cause too much headache! The Easter Egg Hunt is still on! Check out the date...
Annual Obetz Trout Fishing Tournament
What: Obetz Trout Fishing Tournament When: Saturday, April 17th Rain or Shine...
How To Reduce Stormwater Pollution
Stormwater pollution can be caused by a variety of everyday activities. Pollution can be caused by...
2021 Obetz Easter Egg Hunt
Date: Saturday, April 3rd Location: Fortress Obetz Gates open at 11:00 AM The hunt will start...
Youth Rugby coming to Obetz
Rugby Ohio is bringing a youth rugby league to Obetz! The Obetz Ogres will be part of the Capital...
Fortress Obetz 2021 Schedule
Fortress Obetz has shared their schedule for 2021! Check out their website or Facebook to see...
Obetz Farmers’ Market is now accepting 2021 Vendor Applications!
The market takes place on the first Wednesday of the month (June-August) from 4 PM to 7 PM. Vendor...
OBETZ YOUTH TEE-BALL, BASEBALL, & SOFTBALL UPDATE
Mayor Kirk and the Obetz Council have waived the registration fee for Obetz residents, Hamilton...
OAC Reopening on Monday, February 8th
The Obetz Athletic Club will re-open on Monday, February 8th, 2021. Hours of Operations: Monday -...
Historic church considered an Obetz asset
"A stately brick church near the eastern edge of Obetz celebrates its 150th birthday in two years...
Busy intersection to be improved
Upgrades are being planned for the busy Bixby Road/Groveport Road intersection. Read more from the...
Holiday lights brighten the season in Obetz area
"Workers like Brian Martenay cover trees and shrubs throughout Obetz’s municipal complex with...
Village of Obetz workers create a special holiday display
"Obetz elves will light up the night around the municipal complex with holiday figures crafted in...
The meals keep coming
"The coronavirus pandemic is not stopping the Village of Obetz from taking care of its senior...
Land near Alum Creek Drive to be annexed to Obetz
"The village of Obetz continues to expand its borders and when an annexation ordinance for acreage...
A Mighty Fortress
"The Fortress is a sports and entertainment complex that looms large in Obetz on land where race...
New front entrance video board coming to the Fortress
Installation of a new video board is underway at Fortress Obetz. The project is expected to be...
Paramedicine program reaches out to community
The program is in its fourth year and it has been a great resource for the community! From Linda...
Sheetz breaks ground in Obetz
Sheetz broke ground on September 14 in Obetz. Their plan is to open a dozen locations each year...
1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. to hire more than 10,000 seasonal associates
1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. is hiring more than 10,000 seasonal associates across its gourmet foods...
Thank You from the OPD
Through these challenging times, the Obetz Police Department has been working tirelessly to make...
Local Girl Scout Plans to Earn Silver Award
Today is National Girl Scouts Day and we want to introduce Bella, a local Girl Scout from Troup...
Stop the Spread of Germs
The Village of Obetz is joining Franklin County Public Health (FCPH) and the U.S. Center for...
Love’s Travel Stop Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores, the nation's industry-leading travel stop network, is...
Village of Obetz Named Top Workplace
OBETZ, OHMay 17, 2019 Each year, Columbus CEO Magazine creates a list of top Companies and...
A Well-Maintained Neighborhood Starts With You
Lawn Maintenance and Grass Clippings Thank you to everyone that does a wonderful job maintaining...
Protect Your Health
Do you know how to recognize the warning signs of a stroke? If you or someone you know is...
Apple Picking with the Obetz Seniors
A few workers and senior members of the Obetz Community Center went apple picking at the Lynd...
Obetz Archery Range – New Targets
The Obetz Archery Range at Dixon Quarry has just recently had new targets and equipment installed....
Grand Opening of Froehlich Boulevard and Crabtree Lane
Today, two new roads were opened in the Village. Mayor Scott dedicated these streets to former...
Obetz Church of the Nazarene Visits Obetz Police
Earlier this week, the Obetz Church of the Nazarene visited the Obetz Police to show their support...
HTHS Coach and Students Visit Obetz Basketball Camp
Head varsity basketball coach at HTHS, Coach Merryman, and some students came out and helped teach...
How much do you know about stormwater ponds?
Stormwater ponds help protect our streams by capturing pollutants that wash off of our houses,...
Preserving Obetz’s History
The Village has recently purchased the historic church on Groveport Road. The building was...
Obetz Seniors awarded for 4th straight year
The Obetz seniors have donated the most each year for the last four years! The seniors were once...
Thank You – Hooks & Heroes
Here are a few pictures from our Hooks and Heroes event from this past weekend. We hope everyone...
Local Girl Scout Troop Donates and Plants Tree at Obetz Government Building
Girl Scout Troop 5937 used proceeds from cookie sales to purchase a tree and donate it to Obetz....
Madison Christian Students Visit OCC
A big thanks to the Madison Christian School students for spending their service day at the Obetz...
Columbus Fair Auto Auction – History, Innovation, Philanthropy, & Careers
HISTORY, VISION, & GROWTH In a world where large conglomerates often absorb independent...
Reduce Stormwater Pollution
DON’T OVERAPPLY FERTILIZER When excess fertilizer gets into our storm drain system and travels...
Obetz Police visit Hamilton Local PK
Last week, a few Obetz Police officers visited the preschoolers at Hamilton Local Schools. The...