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State Fire Marshal Announces $8 Million to Support Ohio’s Small County Volunteer Fire Departments

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Nearly 200 fire departments across the state will soon receive funding to better equip themselves to protect Ohio communities. The Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal has announced the recipients of a first-of-its-kind Small County Volunteer Fire Department (SCVFD) Grant that was established during the 136th General Assembly via House Bill 96. A total of 190 departments across 49 Ohio counties have been awarded a total of $7,997,960 in funding through the grant program. A complete list of those […]

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Boil Water Advisory Lifted for Section of Forest

A Boil Water Advisory for a section of Forest has been lifted as of this morning. The boil advisory was in effect for the area of Mad River to Mary Street including Dixon Street and South of Dixon in the village. It was issued Tuesday after the repair of a water main break in the area, but again, it is no longer in effect.

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Obituaries

Obituary for Kenneth Steven “Tiny” Holbrook

Kenneth Steven "Tiny" Holbrook, 50, of Kenton, passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton. He was born on September 26, 1975, in Ft. Myers, Florida, to Ken (Teresa) Holbrook of Kenton and Debby Cook of Ft. Myers, both of whom survive. Also surviving are his daughter, Izabelle Teipen of New Albany, Indiana; a sister, Angela Holbrook of Kenton; and brothers, Philip (Jessie) Vincent and Kerry Holbrook, both of Kenton. He is also survived by […]

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Ohio House Passes Bill Recognizing JROTC as Career-Technical Education

(COLUMBUS, OH) State Representatives Ty Mathews (R-Findlay) and Kevin Ritter (R-Marietta) yesterday announced the Ohio House of Representatives unanimously passed House Bill 500, legislation that aims to strengthen the state’s educational system, boost Ohio’s JROTC programs, and expand career technical education pathways. The bill allows school districts in Ohio that offer a Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) program or a National Defense Cadet Corps (NDCC) program to formally recognize them as part of the district’s career-technical education curriculum. By […]

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Featured

Two Arrested After Narcotics Search Warrant Executed at Findlay Residence

This morning, at approximately 1:00 a.m., the Hancock County METRICH Drug Task Force assisted by the Findlay Police Emergency Response Team (ERT) executed a narcotic search warrant at 2034 Elyria St. Findlay OH, 45840. The search of the residence yielded 11 ounces of suspected methamphetamine and multiple items indicative of drug trafficking. As a result of the search the following people were arrested and incarcerated at the Hancock County Justice Center: Tre Gerlach (26 year old)Findlay, OhioFresh Charge: Complicity […]

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Sports

Upper Sandusky’s Ethan Lewis Wins Northern 10 Wrestling Title, Caps Historic Senior Season

Upper Sandusky High School senior Ethan Lewis captured the Northern 10 Conference Championship at 157 pounds, adding to an already remarkable season. Lewis is now a two-time Northern 10 Champion, a 2025 State Qualifier, and recently reached 125 career wins, highlighting his dedication, toughness, and consistency on the mat. Officials said that his leadership and performance continue to set the standard for the Upper Sandusky wrestling program and inspire younger Rams.

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Bowling Green Post Investigating a Wrong-Way Driver OVI Injury Crash

BOWLING GREEN – The Bowling Green Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a wrong-way driver OVI injury crash. The crash was reported on February 25, 2026, at approximately 12:42 a.m., on Interstate 75 north bound near milepost 197, in Rossford. The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2012 Lincoln MKS operated by Shane Robinson, 50 years of age, of Perrysburg, was traveling south on the north bound exit ramp of Interstate 75. While driving the wrong-way, the MKS […]

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Boost the blood supply: Red Cross offers free A1C testing as 1 in 5 donors have levels in prediabetic or diabetic range

Feb. 25, 2026 — The American Red Cross urges donors to help the national blood supply recover from a severe blood shortage and empower their health by making an appointment to give blood or platelets in March. As a thank-you for helping save lives,successful donations will receive free A1C testing, commonly used to screen for prediabetes and diabetes, in March (one result per calendar year). New Red Cross data reveals 1 in 5 blood donors have elevated A1C levels — […]

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ODOT District 1 to Convert Eight Intersections to All-Way Stops

Over the next three months, eight intersections across ODOT District 1 will be converted to all-way stops in a statewide effort to reduce serious injuries and fatal crashes. Photo: Ohio Department of Transportation LIMA, Ohio- The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) District 1 will convert eight intersections to all-way stops to improve safety. The project, expected to begin in March, is part of a statewide initiative that will implement all-way stops at select intersections throughout Ohio. The locations selected for […]

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bclark

State Fire Marshal Announces $8 Million to Support Ohio’s Small County Volunteer Fire Departments

Boil Water Advisory Lifted for Section of Forest

Obituary for Kenneth Steven “Tiny” Holbrook

Ohio House Passes Bill Recognizing JROTC as Career-Technical Education

Two Arrested After Narcotics Search Warrant Executed at Findlay Residence

Upper Sandusky’s Ethan Lewis Wins Northern 10 Wrestling Title, Caps Historic Senior Season

Bowling Green Post Investigating a Wrong-Way Driver OVI Injury Crash

Boost the blood supply: Red Cross offers free A1C testing as 1 in 5 donors have levels in prediabetic or diabetic range

ODOT District 1 to Convert Eight Intersections to All-Way Stops

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