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Historic Barn Tour Returns to Hancock County Saturday

Photo: Hancock Historical Museum On Saturday, September 12, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., the beloved Historic Barn Tour of Hancock County makes its highly anticipated return, inviting visitors to explore six remarkable historic barns and farm properties throughout Hancock County. Held every other year, the self-guided Historic Barn Tour offers a one-of-a-kind experience that blends local history, farming heritage, family-friendly entertainment, and the atmosphere of a vibrant farmers market. Guests of all ages are invited to journey through the […]

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Governor DeWine Requests Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for August Storms

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)— Ohio Governor Mike DeWine last week sent a letter to President Donald Trump requesting a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for Ohio after severe storms, flooding, straight-line winds, and tornadoes battered Ohio in August. The request covers the following 23 counties: Adams, Athens, Brown, Butler, Champaign, Clark, Clermont, Darke, Fairfield, Franklin, Greene, Hamilton, Highland, Licking, Logan, Madison, Morgan, Muskingum, Perry, Preble, Richland, Shelby, and Washington. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Small Business Administration (SBA) conducted preliminary damage […]

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Husted Highlights Health Care Education, Research During Cleveland Visit

Photo: Office of Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) CLEVELAND – Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) visited Kent State University’s Independence Campus and joined Cleveland Clinic leadership on Thursday to celebrate the opening of two new state-of-the-art research buildings in the Cleveland Innovation District. “Cleveland is leading the way in preparing the next generation of health care professionals and advancing the medical breakthroughs that will improve lives here in Ohio and around the world. From Kent State training students for careers in health […]

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Ada Area Chamber to Raffle Custom Wilson Footballs for Harvest and Herb Festival

Ada Area Chamber of Commerce The Ada Area Chamber of Commerce is raffling off six custom-made Wilson Footballs, created especially for the 40th Anniversary Harvest and Herb Festival. Tickets are 6 for $5, and you can purchase them from any Ada Area Chamber board member, at Century 21, or on the day of the festival on September 19. All money raised will go toward next year’s Harvest and Herb Festival activities. Wilson Sporting Goods donated the footballs to help celebrate […]

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OSHP to Enforce Safe Driving Over Labor Day Weekend

COLUMBUS – Over the upcoming Labor Day Weekend, the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) will be focusing on removing impaired drivers from roadways across the state. The Patrol’s 2026 Labor Day reporting period began today, September 4 at midnight and concludes on Monday, September 7 at 11:59 p.m. “We want everyone to enjoy the Labor Day holiday, but do so responsibly,” said Colonel Charles A. Jones, Patrol superintendent. “That means designating a sober driver before you go out, ensuring all […]

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Kenton Couple Receives Beautification Award for Stunning Backyard Garden

When visitors step into the backyard of Brian and Kathy Born, they are immediately welcomed into a peaceful, colorful retreat. Every corner of the garden bursts with vibrant blooms and unique plants, creating a relaxing oasis filled with a remarkable variety of colors, textures, and fragrances. The Borns have lived in their home for more than 40 years and have spent decades transforming their backyard into a gardener's paradise. Over the years, they have created new flower beds and introduced […]

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Bluffton University offers $1,000 annual award to students who visit campus 

BLUFFTON, Ohio— Bluffton University is making a college education even more affordable for prospective students while encouraging them to experience the university for themselves.  Beginning with students entering in fall 2027, Bluffton is offering a $1,000 annual award to eligible first-time freshmen and transfer students who complete a qualifying on-campus visit by Dec. 15 of the year before they enroll. Students entering in fall 2027 must visit by Dec. 15, 2026, while students entering in fall 2028 must visit by […]

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Forest’s Elwood Motorsports Claims Weekend Championship at MCC

Elwood Motorsport Team LLC  Forest based Elwood Motorsports took part in the Motorsports Country Club of Cincinnati's Weekend Luau Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Alan Elwood, driver of the PPC, RRD,Quest, MJB, number 5 would set fast time in practice on Friday. Saturday saw Elwood continue his fast pace qualifying on the pole, winning the pre final and finishing second in the final. AJ Roderick, owner of RRD, made the call for a setup change for Sunday and Elwood would again […]

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