FEMA Disaster Recovery Center Now Open in Hancock County

Photo: FEMA A temporary FEMA Disaster Recovery Center will open in Hancock County to help residents kickstart their recovery after the March 14 tornadoes. Specialists from FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration will be at the center to help survivors apply for federal disaster assistance, upload documents, learn about ways to make their property more disaster resistant, and get their questions answered in person. The temporary center will open at the Hancock County Engineers Office in Findlay. It is […]

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Kenton City Schools Board of Education May Meeting Held Monday Evening

Photo: Kenton City Schools The Kenton City Schools Board of Education conducted its May meeting Monday meeting. Treasurer Jill Smith presented the five -year forecast by noting the district is not deficit spending, "That means we do not have to dip into our reserves. Our reserves at this point from last year are 10.5 million dollars, which is carried into this year. Our revenues are coming in at 24.4 million and our expenses are coming in almost at 23, so […]

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Semi Accident in Allen County Leaves Columbus Grove Man Seriously Injured Monday Morning

A Columbus Grove man was seriously injured in an accident involving a semi that occurred Monday morning on Redd Road in Allen County. According to a release from the Ohio State Highway Patrol, 77-year-old Carl Dugger lost control of the semi, which ended up of the left side of the road and overturned. Dugger was trapped inside the vehicle and suffered life threatening injuries. He was transported to Mercy Health St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima. Redd Road was closed […]

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Amvets Riders 1994 Hosting Bike Night in Kenton This Summer to Support Building Ramps for Veterans

Photo: Amvets Riders 1994 Amvets Riders 1994 and acoustic duo Honey Compass are hosting a bike night in Kenton on July 12th from 6pm to 9pm. There will be live music by Honey Compass, steaks grilled over an open fire, cold drinks, and a good time. All proceeds help Amvet Riders 1994 to build more ramps for disabled veterans in need. Steaks sold at market price until sold out. The Bike Night will take place at the Amvets post […]

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Lima Police Department Celebrates Officers and New K9 Partners

Photo: Lima Police Department K9 Unit The Lima Police Department recently celebrated officers and new K9 partners who completed 6 weeks of K9 training. During the 6 week training, the teams learned how to work together and create a strong bond with their partners. Sgt Torres and K9 Nado, along with K9 Axe and Ptl Wireman will begin their time as a patrol K-9 unit. Ptl Osting and her K9 partner Myla, who is not only a narcotics detection dog, […]

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Hardin Northern Students Hosted Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist Speaker Rob Rodabaugh

Photo: Hardin Northern Local School District Hardin Northern Students had a special guest last week. The fourth grade hosted Rob Rodabaugh, from the Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist program. Mr. Rodabaugh taught the students how Ohio’s environment has changed over time. He also encouraged the students to get outside this summer and check out all of the cool nature preserves and wildlife opportunities right in our area. The students had a fun day learning about the history of Ohio’s environment. […]

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Ohio Division of Wildlife Hosting Juried Art Show

Photo: Ohio Division of Wildlife The Ohio Division of Wildlife is hosting a juried art show, and the winners will be displayed in the Ohio Department of Natural Resources area at the 2024 Ohio State Fair. The Ohio Division of Wildlife is hosting this art show and are calling on high school and college students to submit their work to the Artists for Wildlife Juried Art Show Before June 14, 2024. Prizes will be awarded to selected featured artists. The […]

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Riverdale Falcons 2024 Track & Field District Finals

Riverdale Falcons 2024 Regional Qualifiers: Jack Dusseau- High Jump Shae Berger- High Jump Olivia Combs- High Jump Grant Inbody- Discus Katie Boucher- Shot Put 4x800 M Relay(boys)- Nick Tackett, Kason Barnes, Kolten Evans, Luke Donaldson 4x800 M Relay (Girls)- Marissa Bonham, Eden Barnes, Chloe Powell, Allison Woodruff Kendel Rall- 100 M Hurdles, 300 M Hurdles Ella Roach- 100 M Dash, 200 M Dash 4x200 M Relay (Girls) Ella Roach, Eden Barnes, Kendel Rall, Marissa Bonham Allison Woodruff- 1600 M Run, […]

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ODOT-NW Ohio District 1 Announces Roadwork in Hancock County

Photo: ODOT NW Ohio District 1 The Ohio Department of Transportation NW Ohio District 1 recently announced that roadwork will begin soon in Hancock County. They stated that work to improve the County Road 99 corridor and build a diverging diamond interchange begins next week in Hancock County. They would like to remind those traveling to please be aware of the following traffic impacts: • I-75 southbound entrance ramp will close on May 29 for approximately three days. ** Detour: […]

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