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OSHP Urges Drivers to Stay Focused During Distracted Driving Awareness Month

COLUMBUS – In recognition of National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, the Ohio State Highway Patrol is reminding motorists to always keep their eyes on the road, their hands on the wheel and their mind on the task. “National Distracted Driving Awareness Month is a great time for all drivers to commit to eliminating distractions and keeping their full attention on the road," said Governor Mike DeWine. "Driving distracted is just as dangerous as driving drunk, and I encourage all drivers […]

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ODOT Launches Record $3.4B 2026 Construction Season Across Ohio

COLUMBUS, Ohio- Spring in Ohio means orange barrels and renewed investment in Ohio’s infrastructure. The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is kicking off a record-breaking $3.4 billion construction season statewide.  The 2026 construction season includes a total of 977 projects. This year, 739 bridges and approximately 4,562 miles of roadway, equivalent to driving from Columbus to San Diego, California, and back, are set to be improved. Eighty cents of every dollar invested this year will go directly to preservation of […]

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Pain at the Pump: National Average Gas Prices Exceed $4 a Gallon

https://gasprices.aaa.com/ The national average price for a gallon of gasoline, as of today, has moved past $4 a gallon. According to AAA, the average U.S. price is $4.06 a gallon for regular. The Ohio average is $3.78 a gallon. Hardin County's average price per gallon is at $3.60 a gallon. The cheapest in our region is in Allen County at $3.46 and the most expensive is in Union County at $3.92 a gallon. The national average for diesel is now […]

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One Seriously Injured After Early Morning Crash on US 33 in Marysville

A multi-vehicle crash occurred early this morning on US 33 near the State Route 4 and State Route 31 interchange in Marysville. According to a release from the Marysville Police Division, Marysville Police Officers and emergency personnel from the Marysville Fire Division were dispatched to the area at around 2:10 this morning. Upon arrival, first responder located a vehicle fully engulfed in flames. A preliminary investigation indicated that the driver was ejected from the vehicle during the crash. Despite sustaining […]

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Findlay Woman Arrested in Bluffton Prostitution Sting; Drugs and Firearm Seized

A Findlay woman was arrested Monday afternoon after the Hancock County METRICH Drug Task Force, assisted by the Hancock County Sheriff’s office, conducted a prostitution sting at the Fairway Inn, located at 855 State Route 103 in Bluffton. According to a release, the operation yielded a large amount of suspected liquid methamphetamine, 88 tablets of LSD, 6 Schedule II pills, 1 gun, and drug paraphernalia. As a result of the operation the following person was arrested and incarcerated at the […]

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Hardin County Fairgrounds Begin Cleanup and Repairs After Tornado Damage

The Hardin County Fair Board expressed their commitment to cleanup and rebuild the fairgrounds after last week's devasting tornado. On its website, they announced that fairgrounds electrician Dennis Hinton and his team were able to restore electricity to the Caretaker’s House, Maintenance Shop, and Office, and they will continue to work on repairing downed poles and lines across the fairgrounds. The grounds team worked through the weekend to begin stabilizing buildings and removing vehicles, campers, boats, and trailers stored in […]

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Rural Kenton Man Pleads Not Guilty to 26 Charges in Hardin County

A rural Kenton man was arraigned on multiple drug related charges in Hardin County Common Pleas Court. According to court documents, 41-year-old Brian Flowers pleaded not guilty to all 26 counts in the indictment, which included several counts of aggravated tracking in drugs, aggravated possession of drugs, trafficking in fentanyl-related compound, possession of fentanyl-related compound, possession of drugs and more. Judge Steve Christopher set bond at $75,000 cash or surety, but bail cannot be posted until Flowers tests negative of […]

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Hardin County Dispatcher KyLee Hites Completes Training with Strong Performance

Photo: Hardin County Sheriff's OfficePictured: (Left) Dispatcher Hites, (Right) CTO Rhinehart, who is holding baby Hites. A dispatcher at the Hardin County Sheriff's Office has officially completed her training period. According to the Sheriff's Office announcement, throughout the process, KyLee Hites' drive and determination to learn allowed her to excel. She is now ready to take on the night shift and serve the community. Officials at the Sheriff's Office, congratulated her on the achievement.

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Fatal Crash on US 30 in Allen County Claims One Life, Teen Seriously Injured

Richland Township – On March 28, 2026, at approximately 10:17 A.M., the Lima Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol responded to a report of a commercial semi-truck striking a car on US 30 at the Hancock County Line in Richland Township, Allen County. Lawrence Morris Sr, age 62, from Toledo, Ohio was southbound on CR 15 driving a 2015 Lincoln MKS. Andrew Skiles, age 54, from Rochester, Indiana was westbound on US 30 driving a 2018 Kenworth Semi. Mr. […]

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Our broadcast covers Hardin County and into Allen, Auglaize, Hancock, Logan, Marion, Union, and Wyandot Counties including a majority of communities within.

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