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Head-On Crash Involving Car and Semi in Putnam County Claims Two Lives

Lima – On October 20, 2026, at approximately 8:18 A.M., the Lima Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol responded to a report of a motor vehicle crash involving a passenger car and commercial semi on State Route 613 in Van Buren Township, Putnam County.  Lyle St. Clair Jr., age 45, from West Millgrove, Ohio was westbound on State Route 613 driving a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo. Christopher Clements, age 47, from Findlay, Ohio was eastbound on State Route […]

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Wilson Workers Call for Fair Contract as Friday Deadline Approaches

Contract negotiations between the union representing workers at Wilson Sporting Goods in Ada and the company slow as the clock ticks closer to a possible worker stoppage at the plant. At Tuesday evening's Ada Village Council meeting, Derek Gibson, president of CMRJB Workers United Local 1385, updated members on where things stand at this point. He said a united workforce turned down the latest contract offer by a vote of 89 to 1 last Thursday, and they have also filed […]

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Benjamin Logan Board of Education Reviews Finances, Approves Staff Appointments and Disney World Trip

The Benjamin Logan Local School District Board of Education held its regular monthly meeting on Monday, October 19, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Benjamin Logan Central Conference Room. The meeting highlighted student achievement and addressed district finances, personnel appointments, school policies, and upcoming educational opportunities.Celebrating Student AchievementThe meeting began with recognition of Benjamin Logan High School's October Seniors of the Month, Junah Tingley and Brandon Heater, celebrating their accomplishments as members of the Class of 2027.Board Business and Administrative […]

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OhioHealth Hardin Memorial Hospital to Offer Lung Cancer Screenings

KENTON, OH - OhioHealth Hardin Memorial Hospital will offer special hours for lung cancer screenings from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 14, to help people at increased risk of lung cancer access early detection. Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer death among both men and women. Early detection offers the best chance for successful treatment, making regular screening an important tool for people at increased risk. Lung cancer screening is recommended for adults ages 50 to 80 […]

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Lima Man Granted Judicial Release After Serving 8 Months of a 4-Year Prison Sentence in Hardin County Case

A Lima man was granted judicial release after serving 8 months of a 48-month prison sentence. According to Hardin County Common Pleas Court documents, 33-year-old Branden L. McMillen was sentenced in February of this year after pleading guilty to one count each of attempted corrupting another with drugs and tampering with evidence. He was indicted in July of 2025 on charges of involuntary manslaughter, trafficking in a fentanyl-related compound, corrupting another with drugs, possession of a fentanyl-related compound, and tampering […]

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Hardin County S.O.U.P. Announces Free Meal Menu for October 26–30

Hardin County S.O.U.P. October 2026 menu: Monday, October 26....Cheeseburger, macaroni, salad, green beans, bread and butter, dessert. Tuesday, October 27....Ham sandwich, vegetable casserole, applesauce, dessert. Wednesday, October 28....Biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, mixed fruit, dessert. Thursday, October 29....Liver and onions or chicken, peas, potatoes, fajitas and fixins, bread and butter, dessert. Friday, October 30....Smorgasbord Chef's Choice. The free meals will be served from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the lower level of the Moose Family Center, located at 801 […]

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Two Injured in Separate Pedestrian and Skateboard Crashes at Same Marion Intersection

A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at just before 6:00 Monday evening in Marion. According to the report from the Marion Police Department, 22-year-old Austin Ernsberger, of Mansfield, was walking across Prospect Street when he was struck by a vehicle being driven by 44-year-old Aurelia Harbolt-Adams, who turned into the crosswalk from Columbia Street. Ernsberger was transported to Marion General Hospital with suspected serious injuries. Harbolt-Adams was cited for failing to yield to a pedestrian. Around two hours later […]

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Island Park to Celebrate Opening of New Restroom Facilities on Oct. 24

Village of Mt Blanchard A ribbon cutting and official opening ceremony for the new restroom facilities at Island Park will be held Saturday, October 24. The event will start at noon Saturday at the park in Mt. Blanchard. All families, friends and village residents are welcome to attend. Village officials thanked volunteers, everyone who contributed to the project, and the Hancock County Park District for their help in making the project a reality.

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Hardin County YMCA Partners with Texas Roadhouse for Youth Program Fundraiser

Hardin County Family YMCA. Hardin County Family YMCA has partnered with Texas Roadhouse in Findlay for a fundraiser. You can purchase rolls, honey cinnamon butter, peanut brittle or gift cards, and all proceeds support Hardin County YMCA Youth Program. Visit the YMCA at 918 West Franklin Street to fill out an order form. The food items will be ready for pickup right before Thanksgiving. You can learn more about the fundraiser on the Hardin County Family YMCA Facebook page.

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