The Arcadia Press: A Thin Veil for Government Propaganda in Small-Town Ohio

Anonymous Arcadia Village Official Co-Launches Government Controlled Media Network

In the quiet village of Arcadia, Ohio, a new media outlet has emerged, masquerading as a beacon of “trusted news and civic life.” Established in 2025, The Arcadia Press claims to be run by passionate community members from diverse backgrounds, including local business, community organizing, and public service. But peel back the layers, and what you find is a troubling entanglement with government officials that reeks of state-controlled media—straight out of a communist playbook.

Let’s be clear: when a sitting member of the Arcadia Village Council is openly listed as a contributing journalist, independence goes out the window. The Press’s own “About Us” section admits this, boasting that this council member follows “strict editorial guidelines” to avoid conflicts of interest and refrains from direct reporting on council matters. Yet, in the same breath, they insist the outlet doesn’t represent official village views. This is the height of hypocrisy.

In communist regimes like the former Soviet Union or modern-day China, media is an arm of the state, churning out propaganda to control narratives and suppress dissent. China’s Communist Party, for instance, maintains iron-fisted control over films, books, and newspapers to ensure loyalty to the regime. The Arcadia Press follows suit, blending government insiders with “journalism” in a way that erodes public trust and accountability. It’s no different from historical communist tactics where media infiltrates public life to promote state agendas, discredit family values, and incite division—goals outlined by former FBI agent Cleon Skousen in detailing communist infiltration strategies.

This isn’t just theoretical; it’s playing out in Arcadia. The anonymous launch of this so-called “Government Controlled Media Network” has sparked outrage, with critics likening it to communism’s grip on information. As one observer put it, whoever’s behind this doesn’t grasp true transparency or accountability—echoing scandals like Scanner Media’s cozy ties with Fostoria city officials. In Arcadia, this press serves as a tool to whitewash village affairs, all while a council member pulls double duty.

Included in this mess is Council President Aadam Duckett, whose leadership exemplifies the very lack of accountability. In a recent village council meeting, Duckett unleashed a profane outburst at a female resident, telling her to “go fuck herself” amid heated discussions. Community members erupted, demanding his removal during the June 9, 2025, meeting, citing this as the “last straw” in a pattern of abusive behavior. Instead of owning up, Duckett has played the victim, dodging responsibility and letting the controversy fester. This isn’t leadership; it’s cowardice wrapped in entitlement. In a communist system, officials evade scrutiny through controlled narratives—precisely what Duckett seems to bank on with the Press’s insider access. True accountability would mean stepping down or at least apologizing publicly, not hiding behind “editorial guidelines.”

Arcadia deserves better than this farce. Government-controlled media isn’t journalism; it’s a threat to freedom, mirroring how communists historically infiltrated press and schools to manipulate society. Residents should demand real transparency: disband this propaganda machine, hold Duckett accountable, and restore faith in local governance. Anything less is a slide toward the authoritarian control that has doomed nations before. Wake up, Arcadia—before it’s too late.

During the August 11th 2025 council meeting, council president Aadam Ducket played victim, refused to apologize, and stands by his belief to defend his political views even if it means degrading women with disgusting slurs. The entire City Council is guilty of allowing this behavior and not voting to remove the crybaby from his seat. He claims people are “bullying” him when they stand up for their views. A comical belief to say the least, welcome to the life of politics and being a servant to the public.

Some of these people are addicted to social media and will do anything possible to preserve their reputations, including denial & claiming opinions is a form of bullying. This is not 9th grade, time to grow up and act like professionals. For how small of a town Arcadia is, they have more internal bullshit than any other city I have visited. Finger pointing, anonymous social media posts by council members, and now a “government controlled news network”. From my experience this move often means dirt is trying to be covered up by hijacking the narrative.