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The City of Mason

The Mason Municipal Building. Staff photo by Nick Daggy

About Mason

Founded: 1971
Population: 22,019 (2002 Census)
Location: 22 miles North of Cincinnati
Education: 6 Public Schools, 4 Private Schools, 2 Vocational Schools, 2 Colleges/Universities

On June 1, 1803, Revolutionary War veteran William Mason paid $1,700 at auction to purchase 640 acres of land in what is now downtown Mason. In 1815, he platted 16 lots on this land and named the village "Palmira." In 1832, 2 years after the death of William Mason and according to his will, over 40 more lots were platted on the north, south, and west of Palmira.

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When village officials were informed that there was another Palmyra in Ohio, the name was officially changed to "Mason." Today, the City of Mason covers over 11,200 acres and is home to nearly 25,000 people and approximately 500 businesses. (Historical information from Around Mason, Ohio: A Story, by Rose Marie Springman.)

It is increasingly being recognized as a rapidly growing, progressive community with an attractive industrial base. Known as a business-friendly community, it stands ready to work with developers and business owners to create a carefully planned and attractive community that serves both residents and businesses. Cintas Corporation, Mitsubishi, Procter & Gamble's Health Care Research Center, and Luxottica Retail are among the premier companies located in Mason.

Mason is also recognized as the resort area of southwest Ohio. Paramount's Kings Island Amusement Park, The Beach Waterpark, and The Golf Center at Kings Island are among the prominent recreation destinations in Mason. Mason is home to the world-recognized Tennis Masters Series-Cincinnati as well as several well-loved local annual events. The Alverta Green Museum, operated by the Mason Historical Society, keeps the city in touch with its historical roots.

A combination of fortunate location, far-sighted city leadership, innovative management, outstanding schools, successful corporations, and a close-knit traditional community have succeeded in building a progressive, polished city with a comfortable hometown feel.

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New waterslide at Great Wolf Lodge

The new Triple Twist waterslide opened Thursday, March 4, 2010 at Great Wolf Lodge in Mason. Riders on the Triple Twist travel 330 feet through three funnels and a corkscrew before exiting into an indoor pool.
03/04/2010 at 7:12 p.m. | more galleries like this

Adoptable pets in Warren County

See photos of pets who need a home at the Humane Association in Warren County.
02/22/2010 at 6:33 p.m. | more galleries like this

Kings Island job fair

Kings Island Amusement Park hosted a job fair on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 20-21. A record 2335 applicants attended Saturday's session. The park has approximately 10,000 applications for the 4,000 available positions.
02/20/2010 at 6:25 p.m. | more galleries like this

Warren County Candy Shops

Warren County candy shops gear up for Valentine's Day.
02/11/2010 at 2:44 p.m. | more galleries like this

Council votes no on KI tax

King's Island hosted a party for people who opposed a proposed admissions tax and parking facility tax to patrons of the amusement park and other entertainment venues in the city of Mason on Monday, Feb. 8. Following a sometimes heated discussion, the Mason City Council voted down both proposals during its Monday night meeting.
02/09/2010 at 1 a.m. | more galleries like this

Greater Miami Swim Meet

Students from area schools competed Sunday, Feb. 7, 2010, in the Greater Miami Conference swimming championships at Mason High School.
02/08/2010 at 9:51 a.m. | more galleries like this

Little Miami vs. Kings

Little Miami hosted Kings for a boys basketball game Friday, Jan. 8, 2010. The visitors won the game, 47-27.
01/08/2010 at 11:15 p.m. | more galleries like this

Christmas in Mason

The Christmas in Mason festival, held Friday, Dec. 4, 2009, featured horse-drawn carriage rides, a visit from Santa, a Reindog parade, and ice and wood carvers.
12/06/2009 at 7:44 p.m. | more galleries like this

Mason vs. Lebanon

Mason vs. Lebanon boys basketball at Mason, Ohio Saturday Dec. 5, 2009.
12/06/2009 at 1:18 a.m. | more galleries like this

Mason Swim Invitational

Local schools compete in the Mason Swim Invitational, Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009, at the Mason Natatorium.
12/05/2009 at 5:24 p.m. | more galleries like this

 
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