Findlay Police Department Promotes Kasey Schroeder to Sergeant

Findlay Police Department Promotes Kasey Schroeder to Sergeant

The Findlay Police Department has announced the promotion of Kasey Schroeder to the rank of Sergeant. Sergeant Schroeder was sworn in by Mayor Christina Muryn Tuesday morning at the Findlay Municipal Building. Sergeant Schroeder is a graduate of Mohawk High School. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Law Enforcement and Corrections and a Master's Degree in Justice Administration from Tiffin University. Sergeant Schroeder began her law enforcement career with the Findlay Police Department in August of 2018, after completing her […]

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Vendor Change Announced for Final HSLC Food Truck Takeover

HSLC - Banking & Financial Services The next and final Food Truck Takeover for the season at HSLC will be Thursday, August 13 from 11am until 2pm, and there has been a change of vendors. Due to an unexpected situation for the owner, Karlie's Burgers & More will not be able to be there. Stepping in to save the day is Flappers Fins & Fries, which was a huge hit when they visited in June. HSLC officials and food truck […]

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Backpack Blessings Event Set for Saturday at Upper Scioto Valley Schools

Alger First Methodist Church will hold the 12th Annual Upper Scioto Valley Backpack Blessings this Saturday, August 1. The drive-thru event will run from 9:00 to 11:00 am at the Upper Scioto Valley School District front parking lot in McGuffey. All USV School District students will receive a backpack and school supplies for free. The event is for USV students only, including USV Hi-Point students. A child must accompany the parent/guardian to participate before 10:00 am. This event is made […]

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Revitalize Kenton to Host “Rock the Block” Community Festival Sept. 26

Revitalize Kenton: a community partnership Revitalize Kenton, is presenting “Rock the Block” —a downtown community festival taking place on September 26, 2026. From 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Franklin St will be blocked off from Detroit to Leighton St. This is what is planned: • Morning (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.): “Market on Main” Farmer's Market on Franklin St. • “The Rock The Block Cornhole Classic” – 4 pm and will be on Franklin St. Arcade Games at the Varsity Venue, Outdoor […]

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Ohio Hi-Point Prepares for Upcoming School Year

BELLEFONTAINE, Ohio – As the new school year approaches, Ohio Hi-Point Career Center will welcome new and returning students and their families to Student Orientation on Wednesday, Aug. 12, from 12-5 p.m. The event will provide students with the information and resources they need to begin the school year. With more than 750 students enrolled — a record high for Ohio Hi-Point — families are encouraged to attend during their designated time to help the orientation process run smoothly: Last […]

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Machinery Fire Contained at Honda Transmission Plant in Russells Point

A machinery fire was reported early this morning at the Honda Transmission plant in Russells Point. WPKO radio reported that firefighters from the Indian Lake Joint District as well as the Lakeview Fire Department and Indian Lake EMS, were dispatched at around 5 this morning. Chief Mark Gibson told WPKO that the fire was limited to one piece of machinery, and that firefighters were on the scene for around two hours. No injuries were reported.

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Two Piqua Motorcyclists Seriously Injured in Champaign County Crash

Two Piqua men were seriously injured in a crash involving two motorcycles on US 36 near the intersection with State Route 235 Tuesday evening in Champaign County. According to the report from the Springfield Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol report, 21-year-old Kardyn Edwards and 24-year-old Romello Benson were riding the motorcycles east on 36 when a collision between the bikes occurred. Edwards sustained life-threatening injuries and was flown to Miami Valley Hospital. Benson sustained serious injuries and was […]

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Obituary for Eleanor Humphrey

Eleanor Humphrey, 88, of Arlington, passed away on Monday, July 27, 2026, at Serenity Springs in Arlington. She was born on December 27, 1937, in Dola, Ohio to the late Lawrence and Helen (Dirmeyer) LaRoche. On January 12, 1957, she married Marvin Humphrey, who preceded her in death on January 21, 2020.She is survived by two children, Terry (Cheryl) Humphrey of Eckerman, MI, and Vicki Hoy of Sault Ste. Marie, MI; three grandchildren, Derek (Natalie) Hays, Tyler (Lynnette) Humphrey, and […]

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Kenton Historic Courthouse District Launches Digital Walking Tour of Downtown Landmarks

Kenton Historic Courthouse District developed a comprehensive Digital Walking Tour that guides you through 38 of the most significant landmarks in the city's downtown. From the pioneer cabinet shops of the 1830s to the grand "Gothic" fraternal lodges of the 1890s, the bricks and mortar of downtown Kenton tell the story of a community built on industry, elegance, and resilience. While the map provides the history, the supplemental image gallery provides the "then and now" visuals, and the page features […]

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