Waynesville, Ohio
History of the Village
Older than the state of Ohio, the village of Waynesville offers a fascinating combination of history and culture as it developed in southwestern Ohio. This “Antiques Capital of the Midwest” and “Home of the Ohio Sauerkraut Festival” is a microcosm of our American heritage with its dreams and accomplishments.
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View All StoriesUpdate: Waterline Repair
The water main break has now been repaired. All water is back on. NO boil advisory is in effect.
Thank you for your understanding.
If you have any questions, you may call the office at 513-897-8015.
Updated 3:22pm 11/03/2025
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On November 3rd, water will be shut off from 628 Robindale Dr to 699 Robindale Dr due to a waterline repair. They are currently working to resolve the issue. Once the line is repaired, you will be notified. We apologize for the inconvenience.
If you have any questions, you may call the office at 513-897-8015.
Public Notice Regarding Shooting Incident
Public Information
On October 27, 2025, at 12:52 PM, a shooting incident occurred at the intersection of Lytle Road and Ferry Road, just outside the Village limits. In response to the situation, School Resource Officer Shannon Mermann quickly placed the school on lockdown and secured the perimeter of the campus. Officers from the Waynesville Police Department were instructed to conduct a saturation patrol in the Village near the victim's home until an arrest was made. Officer Mermann provided valuable information to the Sheriff's office that helped identify a suspect. The shooter was located and apprehended without further incident. He is currently being held in Miami County Jail pending extradition proceedings.
Chief Copeland
Historical Preservation Board (HPB) Meeting
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Village of Waynesville’s Historical Preservation Board will be having a public hearing on Tuesday, October 21st, 2025, @ 5:30pm, location is 1400 Lytle Road, Waynesville.
This hearing is to consider a new business sign located in the historical district at 98 S Main Street and to consider the permit to build a single-family residential home in the historical district on the vacant lot located at 168 N Main Street.
This meeting is open to the public.