Construction Begins on Ohio Hi-Point Public Safety Building

Construction Begins on Ohio Hi-Point Public Safety Building

Photo: Ohio Hi-Point Career Center Construction is officially underway on Ohio Hi-Point Career Center's new Public Safety Building on the Bellefontaine campus. This space will be home to the Criminal Justice, EMT, and Fire Level 1 programs, which give students more opportunities to train in real-world environments and meet the needs of local communities. In addition to classroom space, the facility will include a fitness area, locker rooms, and bays for emergency vehicles. Students are expected to be welcomed into […]

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Mt. Victory Man Sentenced on Tampering Charges After Acquittal on Serious Counts

A Mt. Victory man was sentenced Thursday afternoon on two counts of tampering with evidence. Andrew McCafferty was placed on five-year community control, with conditions. He must serve 180 days of local incarceration but was granted 129 days for time served. McCafferty must report to the Multi-County Correctional Center in Marion, beginning March 23, and he was granted work release upon filing an approved Work Release Contract. Using a Stand Your Ground defense, McCafferty was acquitted on the more serious […]

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Black Swamp Area Council Celebrates 76 New Eagle Scouts at 2025 Eagle Scout & Youth Recognition Banquet

LIMA, OH- The Black Swamp Area Council of Scouting America honored 76 new Eagle Scouts at its annual Eagle Scout & Youth Recognition Banquet held Saturday evening at the UNOH Event Center in Lima. The event celebrated the Class of 2025—the young people who achieved Scouting’s highest rank, an honor earned by only about 4% of all Scouts. Mayor Mike McCann of Defiance served as Master of Ceremonies, opening the program following a color guard presentation by the National Youth […]

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Obituary for Chris A Richman

Chris A RichmanDecember 16, 1959 - March 16, 2026 Chris Allen Richman, age 66, of Upper Sandusky, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026, at The Heritage Nursing Home in Findlay, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. He was born on December 16, 1959, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, to Jimmie Lee and Joan Marie (Dimmick) Richman. On June 18, 1983, he married Elizabeth Ann (Berna) Richman at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Wayne, MI, and […]

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Deadline Approaches for ONU’s 2026 Young Alumni Awards

Photo: Ohio Northern University Alumni The deadline for nominations for Ohio Northern University’s 2026 William L. Robinson Young Alumni Awards is quickly approaching. If you know an alum who graduated within the past 15 years and demonstrates passion and loyalty toward their profession, community, and alma mater, you can nominate them now. The deadline for submitting nominations is April 1. To review the criteria and submit your nomination, please click here.

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Hardin Freedom Fest Seeking Community Input for 4th of July Events

America is preparing to celebrate its 250th birthday this 4th of July, and plans are being made for some special events as part of Hardin Freedom Fest activities. The Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance, Hardin County Freedom Fest, Hardin County Museums and the City of Kenton are teaming up on the plans. One of the activities is adding a tailgate party at the Little League park before the fireworks. Organizers are conducting a survey to gauge community interest in […]

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BBB Offers Tips for Safe Hiring Following Storm Damage in Ohio

Columbus, Ohio (March 18, 2026) — As Central Ohio residents begin cleaning up after recent storms and damaging winds, the Better Business Bureau, Central & Southeast Ohio is reminding homeowners to slow down and do their homework before hiring anyone for repairs. Storm damage often brings out out-of-town contractors, sometimes called “storm chasers,” who go door-to-door offering inspections or quick repairs. Some may not be licensed locally, may pressure residents to sign contracts on the spot, or make promises they […]

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ONU Students Tackle Riley Creek Flooding and Water Quality Project

Photo: Ohio Northern University A capstone team at Ohio Northern University's T.J. Smull College of Engineering is aiming to mitigate flooding when Riley Creek overspreads its banks in Bluffton while also filtering harmful nutrients before they head north and empty into Lake Erie. Katelyn Wagner, a civil engineering major, alongside four classmates, is tackling the senior capstone project that is working on a two-for-one solution. Under the guidance of advisor Dr. David Johnstone, professor of civil engineering, the team has […]

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Benjamin Logan Student Selected for Statewide Ohio House Art Exhibition

Photo: Benjamin Logan Local School District Bellefontaine, OH — Junah Hardman, a 10th grader at Benjamin Logan High School, has been selected to represent the district in the 2026–2028 Ohio House of Representatives High School Student Art Exhibition. The exhibition is a distinguished statewide showcase of student creativity and artistic excellence. Hardman’s piece, a mosaic made with glass and mirror, showcases exceptional craftsmanship through its intricate design. The work highlights both technical precision and creative expression, earning recognition at the […]

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