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Hours-Long Police Response in Lima Ends With Woman Taken Into Custody

A woman was taken into custody in Lima after shots were fired in that city this past Tuesday night. According to a release from the Lima Police Department, officers responded to a residence at 1112 Knollwood regarding a welfare check on a female resident. The original caller reported hearing gunshots and requested a welfare check due to the resident’s erratic behavior. During the course of the investigation, officers were told by witnesses that the female had fired shots into an […]

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Obituaries

Obituary for Carol I. Althouse

Carol I. AlthouseNovember 25, 1932 - January 19, 2026 Carol I. Althouse, age 93, of Harpster, Ohio, passed away on January 19, 2026, at Kingston of Marion. She was born on November 25, 1932, in Galipolis, to Perry Ralph and Hazel Sisson Ralph. Carol was united in marriage to Curtis O. Althouse on December 21, 1951. He preceded her in death on September 10, 2011. Together they shared many years of marriage and family life. She is survived by her […]

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Home Partially Collapses After Semi-Truck Crash in Allen County

Richland Township – On January 21, 2026, at approximately 2:47 P.M., the Lima Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol responded to a report of a commercial semi-truck striking a home in Richland Township in Allen County. Gerry Bright, age 55, from Frankfort, Indiana was operating a 2022 Volvo Semi westbound on US 30. The vehicle went off the right side of the roadway, struck a guardrail, and a fence. The semi then struck a house, causing it to partially […]

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Winter Storm Watch Issued for the Area, Heavy Snow Possible

A Winter Storm Watch is in effect for our area from Saturday morning through late Sunday night. Heavy snow possible, with a total snow accumulation between 3 and 6 inches possible, according to the National Weather Service. The bulk of the snow is expected to fall from Saturday afternoon through late Sunday night. Travel could be very difficult. Residents are encouraged to continue to monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

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Saturday Youth Bowling Leagues Canceled at Hillcrest Lanes Due to Cold

Hillcrest Lanes and the Hardin County Bowling Association have announced the cancellation of all youth bowling leagues scheduled for this Saturday, January 24. Officials say the decision was made due to bitter cold temperatures expected across the area this weekend. For more information or updates, please visit Hillcrest Lanes on Facebook.

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Obituaries

Obituary for Loren Gene Helms Sr.

Loren Gene Helms Sr.March 13, 1952 — January 18, 2026Marion Loren Gene Helms Sr., 73, passed away January 18, 2026, at home in Marion, Ohio. Loren was born to the late Harrison and Sydney (Huntsman) Helms March 13, 1952, in Marion. Loren was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, George Helms, Raymond Helms, Mystery Gilbert, Harry Helms, and David Helms. Loren is survived by children, Katherine (Jeffrey) McDonald and Loren (Kelly) Gene Helms Jr.; fiancé, Tina Stiles; siblings, Judy […]

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Obituaries

Obituary for Danny Joe Biederman

Danny Joe BiedermanNovember 5, 1958 — January 18, 2026Marion Danny “Joe” Biederman, age 67, passed away January 18, 2026, from battling lung cancer at Grant Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. Joe was born to the late B. Howard and Shirley (Poe) Biederman November 5, 1958, in Kenton, Ohio. Joe was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Jeff Biederman, Debbie Corbin, and Mike Biederman. Joe is survived by children, Danny (Krista) “Joey” Biederman II and Michelle Biederman; grandchildren, Drew Biederman, Kameron […]

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Obituaries

Obituary for Terrie Ann Wilson

Terrie Ann WilsonJanuary 28, 1955 — January 18, 2026 Terrie Ann Wilson, 70 of Kenton passed away on Sunday January 18, 2026, at Marion General Hospital. Terrie was born January 28, 1955, in Indian Lake, Ohio to James Kelley who survives in Belle Center, Ohio and the late Barbara (Schultz) Ray. She was also preceded in death by her stepfather Richard Ray. Terrie was married June 1, 1974, to Brent Wilson who survives along with daughters Brandi (Jim) Rowe, Kelli […]

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Obituary for Monika Shirk

Monika Shirk, 84, of Kenton passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at her residence surrounded by her loved ones. She was born in Nurnberg, Germany, on December 9, 1941, to George and Rosine Goegelein. On April 5, 1961, in Germany, she married Jack Shirk. He preceded her in death in 2006. Monika is survived by her daughters; Connie (Jerry Hattery) Ellis, Rita (Andy) Perkins, Jackie (Brett Rahn) Shirk, Kelly (Steve Prater) Shirk, and Beth (Rod Hurt) Shirk, grandchildren; Ashley […]

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