City of Sunbury, Ohio

09/14/2026

IMAGES FROM A WONDERFUL WEEKEND IN SUNBURY!

What a special weekend in Sunbury! From honoring the heroes of 9/11 to celebrating the inaugural Sunbury Marathon, our community came together in some truly meaningful ways.

A special thank you to everyone who helped plan, participate in, and attend the 9/11 remembrance ceremony at the Fallen Heroes Memorial. Your commitment to remembering and honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice is deeply appreciated.

And congratulations to everyone involved with the inaugural Sunbury Marathon! Thank you to the organizers, participants, volunteers, sponsors, and everyone who helped make this exciting new event a success.

It was a weekend that showcased the spirit, generosity, and community pride that make Sunbury such a special place.

Enjoy some of the images from the weekend!

09/14/2026

PUBLIC MEETINGS IN SUNBURY THIS WEEK.

Eastern Delaware County Joint Recreation District - September 14 at 6 pm at Sunbury Town Hall (51 E. Cherry Street, Sunbury).

Events and Commemorations Committee - September 15 at 5:30 pm at Sunbury Town Hall.

Finance Committee - September 16 at 6:30 pm at Sunbury Town Hall.

City Council - September 16 at 7:30 pm at Sunbury Town Hall.

09/11/2026

SUNBURY HAPPENINGS THIS WEEKEND!

Saturday, September 12 is going to be a busy and exciting day in and around the Sunbury Square! There’s something for everyone, so come out, enjoy the community, and support these great local events.

7:00 AM — Sunbury Marathon
The inaugural Sunbury Marathon kicks off at JR Smith Park. Come cheer on the runners as they take to the streets of Sunbury!

9:00 AM — Health & Wellness Farmers Market
Head to the Square for a special farmers market featuring health and wellness-focused vendors and activities.

9:00 AM — Eagles Annual Craft Show
The annual Eagles Craft Show gets underway at the Eagles facility on N. Columbus Street. Stop by and check out the work of local crafters and vendors.

1:00 PM — Fallen Heroes Memorial Ceremony
Join us at the Fallen Heroes Memorial on W. Cherry Street for a ceremony honoring the victims of September 11 and remembering those who gave their lives in the War on Terror.

What a great day to be in Sunbury!

We hope to see you and your family out and about this weekend enjoying all that our community has to offer!

08/31/2026

PUBLIC MEETINGS IN SUNBURY THIS WEEK!

Parks and Recreation Committee - September 2 at 5:30 pm at Sunbury Town Hall (51 E. Cherry Street, Sunbury);

Services Committee - September 2 at 6:30 pm at Sunbury Town Hall; and

City Council - September 2 at 7:30 pm at Sunbury Town Hall.

08/28/2026

The Big Walnut Area Historical Society is moving its monthly meeting and program to accommodate a larger than normal crowd. Please join them in commemorating the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and hear from those who were at Ground Zero. The program begins at 7:30 pm.

Please note the change in location for our September Program! We will meet in the multi purpose room of Sunbury United Methodist Church. Please use the lower lot and enter through the back.

08/24/2026

PUBLIC MEETINGS THIS WEEK.

Sunbury Planning and Zoning Commission - August 24 at 6:30 pm at the Sunbury Town Hall (51 E. Cherry Street, Sunbury).

Eastern Delaware County Joint Recreation District - August 25 at 6 pm at the Berkshire Township Hall (1454 Rome Corners Road, Galena).

City Council Special Meeting on Data Centers - August 27 at 6:30 pm at the Big Walnut High School (713 N. Miller, Drive, Sunbury).

08/24/2026

THANK YOU BIG WALNUT CIVIC ASSOCIATION, VOLUNTEERS, AND SPONSORS!

Thank you to all who helped make this year's Sunbury Sizzle and Sounds another great success. A special thanks to the Big Walnut Civic Association leadership for pulling it all together (Cindy Erndt, Gillian Doucette Banten, Theresa Dronsfield, Brian D'Amico, and Kathy Krupa).

Although Sizzle is over, it doesn't mean that we are done with community events for the year. Stay tuned for more information about the following upcoming events in Sunbury:

September 7 - Labor Day Market on the Square;

September 12 - Sunbury Marathon, Second Saturday on the Square, and Fallen Heroes Memorial Tribute;

October 3 - Smokin Hot Wings and Music Festival (Freedom Park);

October 10 - Second Saturday on the Square Evening Market (first full event with DORA overlap); and

December 5 - Christmas on the Square.

08/20/2026

SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING ON DATA CENTERS - AUGUST 27, 2026 AT 6:30 PM.

You are invited to attend a special Sunbury City Council meeting on Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 6:30 pm at the Big Walnut High School, 713 N. Miller Drive, Sunbury, Ohio to discuss select data center topics. This is the second of what is expected to be three special meetings on data centers.

At this meeting, city council members, residents, staff, and others will hear from two specialists on data center development. Topics for this meeting include: (1) the different types of data centers and (2) best practices related to land use and zoning.

Kyle Jones, Faculty Director of Integrated Technology at Sinclair Community College and Chris Hermann, Principal at MKSK will be the speakers.

Each speaker will begin with a 20-25 minute presentation on the topic followed by 35-40 minutes of questions from members of council and the audience. Members of the audience will be invited to write their questions on a piece of paper that will be read to the speaker by a member of city staff.

Other data center topics being considered for the final special meeting in October include noise, economic development, and environmental/health impacts.

Please join us for this important city council meeting.

08/19/2026

INTRODUCING SUNBURY'S HOMETOWN HEROES BANNER PROGRAM.

The City of Sunbury is teaming with the Delaware County Veterans Services Office to honor the brave men and women who are serving or have served in the U.S. Armed Forces with a two-sided banner displayed on the utility poles lining our main roadways. The banners will be displayed this fall through Veterans Day.

If you are a resident of Sunbury and would like to honor a family member with a banner, please reach out to Mindy Groves, Sunbury Community Affairs Specialist, by September 2, 2026 for additional details or to complete an application. Mindy can be reached by email at [email protected] or by phone at 740-965-2684 ext. 260.

The cost of each banner is $115 and space is limited so do not delay.

08/17/2026

PUBLIC MEETINGS IN SUNBURY THIS WEEK.

Finance Committee - August 19 at 6:30 pm at the Sunbury Town Hall, 3rd. Floor (51 E. Cherry Street, Sunbury).

City Council - August 19 at 7:30 pm at the Sunbury Town Hall, 3rd. Floor.