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“Wicked: For Good” Opens the New Year at the Marion Palace Theatre

The Palace Cultural Arts Association invites audiences to kick off the new year with Wicked: For Good, showing January 2–4 at the historic Marion Palace Theatre. This highly anticipated conclusion to the beloved Wicked story brings Elphaba and Glinda’s journey to an emotional and unforgettable finale, filled with music, spectacle, and heart. Whether you’re a longtime Broadway fan or discovering the story for the first time, Wicked: For Good is a must-see movie weekend experience on the big screen. Location: […]

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Community Mourns Loss of OSHP Trooper

Authorities are investigating the death of an off-duty Ohio State Highway Patrol trooper who was found unresponsive at a McComb residence Wednesday evening. According to the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called at approximately 6:27 p.m. on December 31 to a home in the 8000 block of County Road 53 following a report of an unconscious male. Fire and medical personnel also responded. The individual was identified as the homeowner, Matthew Cook, who was pronounced deceased at the scene […]

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Ada Police Honor Officer Aaron Everhart with Departmental Citation

Ada Police Department The Ada Police Department recently presented Officer Aaron Everhart with a Departmental Citation. It was awarded in recognition of his actions during an incident that occurred in September 2025. While investigating an attempted breaking and entering, Officer Everhart successfully identified a suspect, located the individual, and recovered a stolen firearm, a stolen vehicle, and a significant amount of stolen property. His proactive efforts also helped prevent additional residents from becoming victims. Officer Everhart’s actions exemplify outstanding police […]

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Ohio State Highway Patrol Increases Enforcement for New Year’s Holiday Travel

COLUMBUS – As Ohioans ring in the new year, troopers with the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) will be highly visible and enforcing safe driving across the state. “Welcoming in the new year should never end in tragedy,” said Governor DeWine. “If you’re celebrating, please take personal responsibility and plan ahead by designating a sober driver.” The New Year’s holiday reporting period runs from Wednesday, December 31 through Sunday, January 4 and during this timeframe, anyone traveling on Ohio’s roads […]

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Ada Occupational Therapy and ONU Engineering Team Up to Support Student Movement

Ada Bulldogs Ada Occupational Therapy recently teamed up with Ohio Northern University’s engineering program to create innovative movement supports for Ada School students. Ada Elementary Occupational Therapist Nichole Dearth along with Dr. France and ONU engineering students redesigned chair bands for students who benefit from movement, making them industrial-strength. After meeting together to discuss functionality and student needs, the ONU students put their engineering skills to work. The result was new sets of durable chair bands that will help students […]

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Upper Scioto Valley Ambulance District Launches “Meet the Team” Facebook Series

Upper Scioto Valley Ambulance District The Upper Scioto Valley Ambulance District has started a "Meet the Team" segment on its Facebook page. It was started to give the community insight into their crew members and their dedication to serving the community. The segment started with the Head of the team, the Chief Aunee Helton. You can read her profile and follow the segments on the Upper Scioto Valley Ambulance District Facebook page.

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West Ohio Food Bank Serving 10% More People Than Last Year, Encourages Year-End Donations

The West Ohio Food Bank reported that they are now serving 9800 people a month, which is an increase of 10% since last year. Food insecurity is getting worse in the 11-county area, which includes Hardin, and 2026 could bring more of the same. They are asking that you consider making a year-end gift to provide food and hope for those facing hunger. Every $10 you give helps provide up to 60 meals. Visit the West Ohio Food Bank's website […]

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Body Recovered from Grand Lake May Be Linked to Christmas Night Theft Attempt in Celina

Celina Police say a body recovered from Grand Lake over the weekend may be the same individual who fled officers following an attempted vehicle theft on Christmas night. Police were called just after 7 p.m. December 25 to Bud’s Chrysler on South Main Street for a car alarm. An officer saw a person inside a pickup truck, who then ran from the scene. The masked suspect fled east across U.S. 127 toward West Bank Road and was not located after […]

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Experience Apostle Jones Live at the Marion Palace Theatre January 31

Marion Palace Theatre The Marion Palace Theatre invites audiences to experience a powerful night of live music with Apostle Jones, Cleveland’s award-winning soul-rock collective, performing live on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 7:30 PM. Known for their high-energy performances and genre-blending sound, Apostle Jones combines soul, rock, blues, gospel, and funk into an unforgettable concert experience. With a dynamic 10-piece band and charismatic frontman Mikey Silas, this group brings a message of unity, joy, and community to the stage—creating a […]

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