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Ohio Employers Save $10 Million With New Rate Cut

COLUMBUS— Ohio’s private employers will be paying approximately $10 million less in workers' compensation premiums thanks to another rate reduction under the direction of Ohio Governor Mike DeWine. Today, BWC's Board of Directors approved a 1% rate cut for private employers, which will take effect July 1, 2026. This follows a 1% rate cut for public employers that took effect Jan. 1, 2026, resulting in a $2 million reduction in premiums. “I applaud Ohio's businesses for continuing to put safety […]

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UNOH hosting the 2026 Ohio FFA Association State Finals in Agricultural Power Diagnostics Contest

The University of Northwestern Ohio is hosting the Ohio Future Farmers of America Association’s State Finals in Agricultural Power Diagnostics Contest on Friday, March 6, 2026. The top 15 high school teams from Ohio will compete for more than $75,000 in scholarships in the 400 Building on UNOH’s campus. Teams qualify by placing 1st in the district contest, or 2nd at the district contest and having one of the top 5 team scores on the online exam for Farm Power […]

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Two Killed in Early-Morning US 6 Crash in Vermilion Township in Erie County

Vermilion Township – On February 27, 2026 at 2:07 a.m., the Ohio State Highway Patrol Sandusky Post was dispatched to a single vehicle crash on US 6 near mile marker 25 in the Township of Vermilion, Erie County. Rickey Morgan, age 49, of Vermilion, Ohio was driving a 2008 Honda Accord westbound on US 6. Mr. Morgan failed to negotiate a left-hand curve and drove off the right side of the roadway. Mr. Morgan overcorrected, came back onto the roadway, […]

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Blanchard Township/Dunkirk Recycling Announces March Dates

Blanchard Township/Dunkirk Recycling will be held on Tuesday, March 10th ,2026 in the parking lot of the former Price Funeral Home. The 2nd recycling date is scheduled for Thursday, March 26th ,2026. The recycling truck will be there between the hours of  8:00 AM and 11:30 AM. If there is a Level I Weather Emergency in either Hardin or Union County, no recycling will be held on these dates. Recyclables need to be rinsed clean to control odor.  The following […]

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BoatUS Foundation Accepting Applications for New Life Jacket Loaner Pilot Program 

Local organizations, businesses encouraged to apply to expand access to essential boating safety equipment in their communities.  The BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water announced that it is now accepting applications for new pilot program for their Life Jacket Loaner Program. The pilot will introduce digital check out technology to make borrowing life jackets for a day or weekend easier and more accessible for boaters. Organizations such as parks, marinas, campgrounds, fire departments, fuel docks, and waterfront businesses are encouraged to apply before March 27, 2026. The program removes cost and access barriers, helping more families, especially children, stay safe on the water.   Organizations can apply […]

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Benjamin Logan Elementary Celebrates Young Scientists at 2026 Annual Science Fair

Benjamin Logan Local School District Benjamin Logan Elementary recently hosted its Annual Science Fair, and the results were impressive. Students in grades 1–4 brought their curiosity and creativity to life through 67 total projects—each one showing hard work, thoughtful questions, and a willingness to learn by doing. Benjamin Logan Local School District From everyday experiments to bigger engineering ideas, students explored topics that connected science to the world around them. Some projects asked fun, real-life questions like: How much salt […]

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ODVS, Partners to Present Women’s History Month ‘Power Hour’ on March 29

COLUMBUS – The Ohio Department of Veterans Services (ODVS) is inviting the public to a special Women’s History Month program honoring the courage, resilience, and contributions of women in the military on Sunday, March 29, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the National Veterans Memorial and Museum. The event serves as an Ohio Women Veterans Advisory Committee "Power Hour" and also is supported by ODVS, the National Veterans Memorial and Museum, the Ohio National Guard, and Think Veterans First. This […]

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Friends of Scouting Breakfast Raises Over $58,000 to Support Local Youth in Hancock County

Breakfast Seeting Committee, (L-R, Adam Cupp, Dr. Aaron Doty, Ben Black, Sherri Garner Brumbaugh, Micah Zinna, Emerson Wise, Rochelle Manley and Marc Kogan) The Black Swamp Area Council, Scouting America, launched its 2026 Friends of Scouting campaign on Thursday with an exceptionally successful community breakfast at the Hancock Hotel.  Hosted by Dr. Aaron Doty, the event generated $58,575 in contributions and pledges from attendees and early supporters. The morning opened with the presentation of colors and Pledge of Allegiance led […]

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Kenton High School Claims Championship at Hardin County Quiz Bowl Tournament

Photo: Kenton City Schools Kenton High School claimed the Hardin County Quiz Bowl Tournament on Tuesday, finishing the league meet with an undefeated 5–0 record in league play. The Wildcats secured thrilling 14–13 victories over Ada High School and Riverdale High School, keeping spectators on the edge of their seats. Scorers and participants included: Richard Huang (32) Presley Wilson (28) Cale Harshfield (8) Tate Ketcham (7) Jack Whitmer (4) Georgia Cameron (1) Ashkii Smith Katie Lowe Jace Murphy Parker Benson […]

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