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OSP Trooper Visits Shawnee High School to Promote Safe Driving Through Drive to Live Program

A trooper from the Lima Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol recently talked with students at Shawnee High School in Lima about making smart decisions. They also tested students' skills under the influence of impairment goggles. School administrators who are looking to educate students about road safety and smart decision making are encouraged to schedule a speaker from the Drive to Live program through the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The Drive to Live initiative builds relationships between the classroom […]

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Ohio’s 2025 County Fair Season Kicks Off in June: Here’s the Regional Schedule

It may be hard to believe, but the 2025 county fair season in Ohio starts next month. You can find a list of regional fairs and dates below. FairDatesPaulding County FairJune 7 – 14Marion County FairJune 30 – July 5Logan County FairJuly 6 – 12Union County FairJuly 20 – 26Ohio State FairJuly 23 – August 3Auglaize County FairJuly 27 – August 2Allen County FairAugust 15 – 23Hancock County FairAugust 26 – September 1Richwood Independent FairAugust 26 – September 1Hardin County […]

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Quest Announced Teachers of the Year from Logan County Schools

Quest Federal Credit Union announced the 2025 Logan County Teachers of the Year. They are: (pictured left to right in picture) .Mike Pequignot - Indian Lake .Natalie Hays - Benjamin Logan .Jolyn Hermiller - Calvary Christian .Brooke Sizemore - Ohio Hi-Point .Heather Rivon - Bellefontaine .Christine Schrage - Riverside .Brian Yoder - West Liberty-Salem These educators’ impact echoes far beyond the classroom. Credit Union officials thanked the Sloan Kitchen at Ohio Hi-Point and the talented Culinary Arts students for hosting […]

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Heartbeat of Hardin County Hosting Jewelry Sale Ahead of Mother’s Day

Photo: Heartbeat of Hardin County Just in time for Mother's Day, Heartbeat of Hardin County's Jewelry Sale will be held this week. The sale will start Thursday, May 8 from 2pm until 7pm. It will continue Friday, May 9 from 10am until 4pm and the last day will be Saturday, May 10 from 10am until 1pm. Jewelry is priced at $2 apiece, and there will be two rooms with over 15 tables with gently used and new jewelry. The sale […]

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Bluffton University graduates celebrate success

Photo: Bluffton University Bluffton University graduated its 125th class during the Saturday, May 3, Commencement ceremony. The 125th graduating class consisted of 189 bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Drawing inspiration from poet William Stafford, Commencement speaker Dr. Perry Bush, emeritus professor of history at Bluffton University, challenged the Class of 2025 to “follow the authentic line”—a path of truth, service and reconciliation—in a world marked by division and distrust. Referencing Bluffton’s mission statement and the enduring motto “The Truth Makes Free,” […]

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Kenton High School Hosts Mock Crash to Promote Safe Driving

Photo: Kenton City Schools Kenton High School held its biannual mock crash demonstration this past Thursday, May 1st. It was held prior to the school's prom that was held over the weekend. Students were reminded about the importance of making good decisions during prom festivities, as well as the risk of driving while tired. The remarks were provided by Kenton Police Chief Dennis Musser and KHS Principal Jason Jones. The school thanked the agencies that participated in the exercise to […]

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Mental Health Awareness Month: How to Access and Navigate Mental Health Care with Insurance

Each year, around 2.3 million Ohioans experience a mental health condition — and for many, getting treatment and ongoing support begins with insurance-covered care. As part of Mental Health Awareness Month in May, the Ohio Mental Health Insurance Assistance Office (MHIA) is encouraging individuals across the state to take an important first step toward care: understanding how to identify and access the mental health insurance benefits that may be in their health insurance plan. But the journey can get complicated. […]

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