Hardin County 4-H to Host 4-H Family Fair Sunday at Hardin County Fairgrounds

Hardin County 4-H to Host 4-H Family Fair Sunday at Hardin County Fairgrounds

Ohio State University Extension - Hardin County Hardin County 4-H is hosting its 4-H Family Fair this Sunday, March 8. The event will be held from 3:00 to 4:30 at the Hardin County Fairgrounds Community Building. This is the perfect opportunity to learn more about 4-H, find a club that works for your family, and see award winning projects. Older youth and volunteers will be on hand to help you select a project, learn about camp, and answer all […]

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Third District Court of Appeals Holds Special Session at Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law

Ohio Northern University Claude W. Pettit College of Law The Third District Court of Appeals convened for a special session before a full house at Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law Tuesday. The session offered the public a firsthand look at the appellate process. Arguments were presented in one civil and one criminal case. Following oral arguments, the judges engaged with audience questions, reinforcing the Court’s commitment to educational outreach. Based in Lima and serving 17 counties, the Court […]

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Obituary for Owen Christopher Bame

Owen C. BameNovember 11, 1998 - March 2, 2026 Owen Christopher Bame, age 27, of Dunkirk, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2026. He was born on November 11, 1998 to David and Robin (Kurt) Bame and they survive in Rural Dunkirk. Owen is also survived by his three sons: Wyatt Bame, Kade Bame and Kurt Bame; fiancé, McKenzie Butterman; brothers: Nathan (Leah) Bame and twin brother, Nick Bame; sister, Rylie Bame; maternal grandparents: Robert and Sandy Kurt; paternal step grandmother, Cinda […]

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Marion Man Sentenced to 27–32 Years for Role in Multi-State Drug Trafficking Operation

Ray Grogan Marion County Prosecutor's Office A Marion man was sentenced this week in Marion County Common Pleas Court for his role in a large-scale, multi-state drug trafficking organization. According to a release from Prosecutor Ray Grogan's Office, Tommy Lee Owens was sentenced to a prison term of 27 to 32 years and five months following his convictions one count of Engaging in a Pattern of Corrupt Activity, a felony of the first degree, one count of Possession of Cocaine, […]

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Delta Kappa Gamma Kappa Chapter to Meet March 14 at Kenton Elks

Kappa Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Intl. plans to meet at the Kenton Elks on March 14 at noon. The speaker will be Kathy Tracy from the Blue Star Mothers.The luncheon will be sloppy joe sandwiches, macaroni salad, chips, beverages, and desserts prepared by Jodine McKinley and Lori Paul. The meal will cost $12.The hostess committee is Lori Paul, Sandy Berry, and Jodine McKinley. Please RSVP by March 7 to 567-674-4536.

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Patrol Promotes Safe Driving Habits as Traffic Fatalities Decline for Fourth Consecutive Year

COLUMBUS – For the fourth consecutive year, Ohio has seen a decline in traffic fatalities. To maintain this positive trend, troopers with the Ohio State Highway Patrol remain highly visible on roadways across the state. From 2021-2025, there were 5,688 fatal crashes on Ohio roadways, resulting in 6,149 deaths. Last year, there were 1,037 fatal crashes, which is a 3.7% decrease from the previous year’s total. “While we are encouraged by the fact that more Ohioans have returned home safely […]

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Bowling Green Post Investigating an Injury Crash Involving a Juvenile

BOWLING GREEN – The Bowling Green Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating an injury crash involving a juvenile. The crash was reported on March 01, 2026, at approximately 1:41 p.m., at the intersection of Fostoria Road and Genoa Road, in Lake Township, Wood County. The preliminary investigation revealed that a Chevrolet Silverado, operated by Eddie Hernandez, 75 years of age, of Port Clinton, was traveling west on Genoa Road. A Dodge Ram, operated by a juvenile, of […]

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Benjamin Logan High School Quiz Bowl Team Finishes Runner-Up at Wright State Tournament

Benjamin Logan Local School District On Monday, March 2, the Benjamin Logan High School Quiz Bowl Team competed at the Wright State Scholastic Bowl held at Wright State University’s Lake Campus in Celina — and the Raiders brought home a Runner-Up finish. The team advanced to the finals before falling to the tournament champion, improving on last year’s third-place performance. This year’s team members include: • Senior: Ethan Van Winkle • Juniors: Junah Tingley, Emily LeVan, and Maille Ricketts • […]

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78-Year-Old Woman Killed in Head-On Crash on US 20 in Fulton County

The Toledo Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash on US 20 near County Road 7 in Amboy Township, Fulton County. The crash occurred on March 2, 2026 at 3:53 p.m. A 2007 Peterbilt semi, driven by Charles Rose, age 34 of Wolcottville, Indiana, was eastbound on US 20. A 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan, driven by Linda Rufenacht, age 78 of Archbold, Ohio, was westbound on US 20 and drove left of center striking Mr. […]

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