VanScoy Named New Young Ag Professionals State Committee Member

VanScoy Named New Young Ag Professionals State Committee Member

COLUMBUS, Ohio (OFBF) - Haylee VanScoy of Hardin County was recently selected to serve a two-year term on the Ohio Farm Bureau Young Ag Professionals State Committee. The appointment was officially announced at the 2026 Winter Leadership Experience and is based on Farm Bureau involvement, leadership potential and community service. VanScoy is a co-owner of Copper Windmill Farms where she and her family produce premium forage and pasture-raised Holstein beef for direct-to-consumers markets. Off the farm, she is the director of grain […]

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Bluffton University Athletics Announces 2026 Hall of Fame Inductees

BLUFFTON, Ohio – Bluffton University Athletics has welcomed two standout alumni into its Athletics Hall of Fame, recognizing Lori Schwieterman ’83 and Jeremy Best ’96 for their accomplishments as student-athletes, coaches and mentors who have made lasting impacts on their communities and their sports. Lori Schwieterman ’83 A three-sport athlete in volleyball, basketball and softball, Schwieterman found both competitive success and lifelong relationships during her time at Bluffton. After graduation, she dedicated 31 years to teaching and coaching at Ottoville, Spencerville and St. Henry […]

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Kenton Rotary Hears from School Bus Driver and Trainer Mark Bishop

Mark Bishop, a bus driver/trainer at Kenton City Schools shared with Sharon Sams and those gathered at a recent Kenton Rotary meeting about what it takes to become a school bus driver. Mr. Bishop shared that people become bus drivers for many different reasons such as teachers/coaches, a desire to give back to the community, second shift workers, farmers or law enforcement officers. There are certain criteria and specific training you must meet to become a bus driver. Bishop said […]

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Winter Weather and Cold Weather Advisories in Effect for Hardin and Surrounding Counties

Snow has been falling throughout the morning in Hardin County and surrounding areas. Residents across the region should prepare for hazardous winter conditions through tonight and into Saturday, as the National Weather Service has issued back-to-back weather advisories. A Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 6 p.m. this evening. Light to moderate snowfall is expected, with 1 to 3 inches of accumulation possible. Snow-covered and slick roads could impact both the morning and evening commutes. In addition, a Cold […]

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UPDATED: McCafferty Trial Continues Toward Jury Deliberation in Hardin County

**Updated: As of around 4pm today, 02/05/26, the jury is currently deliberating.** The trial of Andrew McCafferty in Hardin County is nearing its conclusion. After both the defense and prosecution rested their cases, the State delivered its first closing statement this morning. McCafferty, a Mount Victory man, is facing charges of aggravated murder, murder, involuntary manslaughter, felonious assault, and two counts of tampering with evidence. He is accused of stabbing James Collins to death in Mount Victory on October 1, […]

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Benjamin Logan Students Advance to Regional Science Day After Strong Showing at Local Competition

BELLEFONTAINE, OH — Benjamin Logan High School hosted its annual Local Science Day on February 3, 2026, showcasing 18 student-led research projects. By the conclusion of the event, 10 projects earned the prestigious “Superior” rating, qualifying those students to compete at the Regional Science Day held at Ohio Northern University on March 21, 2026. “These students have demonstrated exceptional dedication to their research,” said Spencer Reames, Benjamin Logan High School science teacher. The projects receiving Superior ratings were: Osmosis with […]

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Two Search Warrants Lead to Seizure of Nearly Half Pound of Suspected Meth in Wyandot County

A narcotics investigation conducted by the Wyandot County Major Crimes Unit resulted in the execution of two search warrants and the seizure of a significant amount of suspected methamphetamine on Monday. Wyandot County Sheriff's Office According to authorities, the first search was conducted at a residence on State Highway 294 in Upper Sandusky at the residence of Jeremy D. Clark and Kacy J. Swan. Investigators recovered several firearms and suspected methamphetamine. Reports from that search will be forwarded to the […]

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Perry Street Trunkline Project to Begin Next Week in Kenton

City of Kenton Government The City of Kenton announced that the Perry Street Trunkline Project is set to begin next week. The project is intended to tie-in the water main that runs under the Scioto River. City officials stated that Main Street from the Party Shop drive-thru exit to north of the BKP driveway could be closed as early as Feb 9, but will definitely be closed by Feb 23 and is expected to remain closed until March. The Party […]

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Hardin County Detective Testifies as McCafferty Trial Continues

Andrew McCafferty’s trial continued through the afternoon in Hardin County. The lead investigator in the case, Detective Aric LaRue from the Hardin County Sheriff's Office, was on the stand for the afternoon portion of Wednesday's trial. Video of the interview with McCafferty conducted by Detective LaRue during the early morning hours of October 1, 2025, was played for the jury. In the recording, McCafferty described his version of the events leading up to the stabbing. He said he went to […]

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