Western Ohio Home Builders Association

06/15/2026

🎣🏆 WHAT A DAY ON THE WATER! 🏆🎣

Yesterday’s Fishing Tournament was one for the books! From early morning casts to exciting weigh-ins, the competition was fierce, the fish were biting, and the camaraderie was even better!

👏 A HUGE congratulations to our tournament winners:

🥇 1st Place – Feucht & McCarthy with an impressive 16.72 lbs total weight!

🥈 2nd Place – Lewis & Godfrey bringing in 16.10 lbs

🥉 3rd Place – Miller & Cooper with 13.87 lbs

🏅 4th Place – Arthurs & Arthurs totaling 12.44 lbs

🐟 BIG BASS WINNER 🐟
Congratulations to Manson & Murphy for reeling in the biggest catch of the day at 4.82 lbs!

A tournament like this doesn’t happen without incredible support from our sponsors and volunteers. A very special THANK YOU to our Title Sponsor, 84 Lumber Company for helping make this event possible!

We also want to thank our amazing supporting sponsors: Harlow Builders, Hemmelgarn Services, James Hardie, Lindsey Windows, LP SmartSide, Lumbermen’s Inc., NHC Components, Rindler Truss, SCT Builders, Stylecrest Siding, Tri-State Forest Products, Weida’s Marine, Westfield Construction, and ZIP System for your generosity and support.

And of course, a BIG shoutout to our incredible Weigh Master, Boonie, for keeping things running smoothly, and our Tournament Chairman, Jake Poffenbarger, for all of the hard work that went into making this event a success!

Mother Nature may have soaked us, but she didn’t stop us! 🌧️🎣 A special thank you to all of the anglers, sponsors, and supporters who stuck it out through the pouring rain at weigh-in and helped make this tournament a success.

And the best catch of all? 🎣 Your participation supports our Workforce Development programs, introducing the next generation to careers in the building trades while strengthening the businesses that will hire them. Thank you for investing in the future of our industry!

Until next year… keep those lines tight! 🎣💙

06/09/2026

🎣 THIS WEEKEND… ARE YOU IN IT TO WIN IT? 🎣

Some people will spend Sunday wishing they had gone fishing…

Others will be chasing a BIG one and a shot at $2,500! 💰🐟

The HBA Open Bass Tournament, Presented by 84 Lumber, is happening THIS SUNDAY at Indian Lake – Moundwood Ramp, and there’s still time to get your crew together and hit the water!

📍 Indian Lake – Moundwood Ramp
📅 Sunday, June 14

⏰ Tournament Schedule:
✅ Registration & Live Well Check: 5:30 AM
🚤 Launch: 6:30 AM
⚖️ Weigh-In: 2:30 PM

🎣 $150 Per Boat
🐟 5 Fish Limit
🏆 Guaranteed 1st Place: $2,500
💰 Big Bass – 100% Payback
🎁 Additional prizes paid to the Top 10%

Don’t be the guy hearing fish stories Monday morning… be the guy telling them. 😎

📝 Registration forms available at www.westernohiohba.com

06/04/2026

🔨 Your home is one of your biggest investments — and taking care of it matters!

June is National Homeownership Month, making it the perfect time to tackle a few important summer maintenance items.

✔️ Inspect decks & railings
✔️ Check landscaping & drainage
✔️ Service your HVAC system
✔️ Power wash siding & walkways
✔️ Refresh outdoor living spaces

A little preventative maintenance today can help protect your investment for years to come.

What’s on your summer home to-do list? ⬇️

06/03/2026

🏡 June is National Homeownership Month! 🏡

Homeownership is about so much more than having a place to live — it’s where memories are made, traditions begin, and futures are built.

Whether you're building your first home, settling into your forever home, or simply making the place you love even better, home matters.

Throughout June, the Western Ohio Home Builders Association will be celebrating the dream of homeownership with tips, inspiration, and ideas to help you love where you live.

What does home mean to YOU? Tell us in the comments! ⬇️

05/19/2026

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05/18/2026

🏡 May is National Home Remodeling Month!

Thinking about updating your home? Whether it’s creating a dream kitchen, refreshing a bathroom, expanding outdoor living space, or making your home fit your lifestyle better—now is a great time to start planning.

The best remodeling projects don’t just improve how your home looks…they improve how you live.

Before you begin:
✔️ Define your priorities
✔️ Set a realistic budget
✔️ Think about long-term value and functionality
✔️ Work with trusted professionals

From simple updates to major renovations, a well-planned remodel can help you love where you live even more.

Need inspiration or trusted professionals? Connect with members of the Western Ohio Home Builders Association and start planning today!

05/15/2026

🎣 DON’T LET THE BIG ONE GET AWAY… OR THE CASH! 🎣

The HBA Open Bass Tournament, Presented by 84 Lumber, is almost here and it’s time to see who really has the best fishing stories… and who actually catches the fish to prove it! 😆

📍 Indian Lake – Moundwood Ramp
📅 Sunday, June 14

⏰ Schedule:
✅ Registration & Live Well Check: 5:30 AM
🚤 Launch: 6:30 AM
⚖️ Weigh-In: 2:30 PM

🎣 Tournament Details:
💲 $150 per boat
🐟 5 Fish Limit
🏆 1st Place Guaranteed: $2,500
💰 Big Bass – 100% Payback
🎁 Additional prizes paid to the Top 10%

Grab your crew. Load the boat. Bragging rights are on the line!

Whether you're chasing the big bass or just looking for a great day on the water, this is one tournament you don’t want to miss.

📝 Registration forms available at www.westernohiohba.com

05/07/2026

05/07/2026

What an incredible day yesterday at Rock the Block with Habitat for Humanity!

I could not be more proud of our members and volunteers who showed up ready to work hard and make a difference in our community. We had 17 volunteers representing 8 different member companies, all coming together for one amazing cause.

From landscaping and painting to setting fence posts and tackling all kinds of projects, our team jumped in wherever help was needed. It was a long day and definitely hard work, but seeing the impact we made together was so rewarding.

Thank you to every volunteer who gave their time, energy, and heart to this project. Your willingness to serve and support our community truly reflects the spirit of our association and our industry.

Congratulations on a job very well done! We are so proud of each and every one of you! 👏🏡❤️

02/05/2026

Please help us welcome our newest member, Elliott Land and Hardscaping, LLC. Remember them when looking for a landscape or hardscape project! See them at the upcoming Miami County Home and Outdoor Living Show.