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Benjamin Logan Elementary School to Host Annual Science Fair on February 19

Benjamin Logan Elementary School will host its annual Science Fair on Thursday, February 19, continuing a long-standing tradition that has been part of the school community since the building opened in 1995. For more than three decades, the Benjamin Logan Elementary Science Fair has provided students the opportunity to go beyond the classroom—working alongside teachers and families to explore scientific topics of personal interest, conduct investigations, and share their discoveries with others. Over the years, thousands of students have participated, […]

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Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash on Marion-Williamsport Road Claims Life of Marion Man

A Marion man was killed in a two-vehicle crash that occurred on Marion-Williamsport Road in Marion County Monday evening. According to a release from the Marion Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, 42-year-old Joshua Criswell drove left of center while traveling northeast, and his car was struck by a southwest bound semi being operated by 37-year-old Joshua Silvia, of Marion. Criswell, who was not wearing his seatbelt, was pronounced dead at the scene. Silvia was treated at the scene […]

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Obituary for Larry Dean Fleming

Larry Dean FlemingDecember 22, 1950 - January 19, 2026 Larry Dean Fleming, age 75, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 19, 2026, surrounded by his cherished family. Larry was born on December 22, 1950 in Bluffton, Ohio to Guy and Ruth (Guider) Fleming and grew up in Ada, Ohio. Larry was preceded in death by his wife of 42 years Thelma (Risner) Fleming; his parents; sister, Roberta Smith; and two brothers: Charles Fleming and Robert Fleming. Larry is survived by a sister, […]

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Obituary for Roger D. Black

Roger D. Black, age 78, of Kenton, passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Vancrest of Ada. He was born on June 27, 1947, in Kenton to the late Ernie and Laura (Davisson) Black. He is survived by a son, Jess Black of Kenton; a daughter, Holly (Brian) Bays of Kenton; and two grandchildren, Carter Bays and Makenzie (Trent) Miller. He was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Brianna Bays, and a sister, Karen Black. Roger was a 1965 […]

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Bluffton University Announces Fall 2025 Dean’s List

BLUFFTON, Ohio – Bluffton University has announced its Dean’s List for the fall 2025 semester. All undergraduate degree-seeking students with at least a half-time load of graded courses whose GPA for the period is no lower than 3.6 are named to the Dean’s List. Students on the Dean’s List whose cumulative GPA, as based on 20 semester hours, is no lower than 3.75 will be indicated as receiving distinction for continued high achievement. The following students have been named to […]

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Obituary for Dwight E. Hassan

Dwight E. Hassan, 84, of Ada, passed away after a brief illness at The Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital in Columbus, Ohio on December 26, 2025. Born April 27, 1941, at the family home in Ada, Dwight was a graduate of Hardin Northern High School in Dola, served in the U.S. Army Reserve, worked as a welder, and was a lifelong farmer. He is survived by his daughter, Jodi, and by Brice Armentrout, whom Dwight took under his wing serving […]

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Alcohol Suspected in Van Wert County Fatal Crash

PLEASANT TWP – The Van Wert Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a single vehicle fatal crash that occurred on January 16th at 10:31 a.m. in Pleasant Twp., Van Wert County on Marsh Road, near US Route 224. The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2007 Ford Focus, driven by Jarett Catlin, 33 of Scott, was traveling north bound on Marsh Road. The vehicle traveled off the left side of the roadway, losing control, slid across the […]

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48 Officers Graduate from Patrol’s Basic Peace Officer Class

COLUMBUS - Members of the 153rd Basic Peace Officer Class received training certificates during a graduation ceremony held Friday afternoon at the Ohio State Highway Patrol Training Academy. The 48 graduates will now assume duties as peace officers for 29 Ohio agencies. The 21-week basic course began in August. The Ohio State Highway Patrol Training Academy’s Basic Peace Officer course meets and exceeds the training requirements developed by the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission and offers comprehensive instruction in more […]

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Hardin County Chamber Spotlights Ohio Northern University

Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance The Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance recently featured Ohio Northern University (ONU) in its member spotlight. Located in Northwest Ohio, ONU is a private United Methodist university offering highly regarded programs that prepare students to lead, succeed, and serve globally. In 2025, ONU graduates achieved a 97% placement rate in full-time employment and graduate school. The university’s programs are consistently recognized as among the best in the region, state, and nation by U.S. […]

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Benjamin Logan Elementary School to Host Annual Science Fair on February 19

Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash on Marion-Williamsport Road Claims Life of Marion Man

Obituary for Larry Dean Fleming

Obituary for Roger D. Black

Bluffton University Announces Fall 2025 Dean’s List

Obituary for Dwight E. Hassan

Alcohol Suspected in Van Wert County Fatal Crash

48 Officers Graduate from Patrol’s Basic Peace Officer Class

Hardin County Chamber Spotlights Ohio Northern University

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