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BELLEFONTAINE, Ohio – The Cosmetology juniors at Ohio Hi-Point Career Center recently completed Hair Cutting 101, reaching a milestone that puts them closer to achieving their cosmetology license. After hours of practice, students demonstrated the proper knowledge and skill by completing six different haircuts and successfully passing two written tests. To celebrate, the juniors received their own professional pair of shears during the annual Shear Ceremony on Thursday, Jan. 18 […]

(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – The State Board of Emergency Medical, Fire, and Transportation Services (EMFTS) joins the American Red Cross to alert Ohioans about a critical need for blood donations. According to the Red Cross, the blood supply has fallen to dangerously low levels across the country, and the nation is seeing the lowest number of people giving blood in 20 years. “I encourage those who can give blood to answer […]

BELLEFONTAINE, Ohio – Two Ohio Hi-Point students, Weston Helman, a Graphic and Media Arts junior from Graham High School, and Caleb Parker, a Criminal Justice junior from Indian Lake High School, recently attended the SkillsUSA Regional Officer Training Institute at Deer Creek Lodge on January 17-18. As newly elected SkillsUSA Southwest Regional Officers, they joined other regional officers from around the state to work on team building, leadership skills, as […]

Governor’s proclamation kicks off the Ohio State Parks’ 75th anniversary celebration. (COLUMBUS, Ohio) — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has officially declared 2024 as the Year of Ohio State Parks. This declaration marks the 75th anniversary of Ohio State Parks and underscores the state's unwavering commitment to preserving its natural wonders and expanding outdoor adventures. "Ohio's state parks, where admission is always free, give visitors an opportunity to gain a deeper […]

Most area schools ended up taking a snow today, and the Winter Weather Advisory continues until 1 Saturday morning. The National Weather Service says that the snow will continue today, with total accumulations of 2 to 3 inches expected. Plan on slippery road conditions which could impact your evening commute. The snow will be replaced by a shot of frigid temperatures over the weekend. With highs around 20 and lows […]

Some big names in sports sent video messages of support for a 16 year old Cory-Rawson student who has undergone two brain surgeries this month. Connor Sons was diagnosed with a rare brain tumor in late December.  While the tumor is benign, it had to be removed or it could cause blindness and other major issues.  The first surgery at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus took place on January 3rd, […]

Could biological sex play an important role in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) treatments that use the hallucinogen psilocybin, or “magic mushrooms?” Preliminary research conducted at Ohio Northern University indicates that it could. The discovery may have wide-ranging implications for the treatment of various mental illnesses. Low doses of psilocybin had different effects on lab rats, said Phillip Zoladz, Ph.D., professor of psychology, who is conducting the ongoing research with 13 […]

The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities announced that $14.9 million in American Rescue Plan money will be distributed across 67 counties. Hardin County will receive $324,000. In our region, Allen County was awarded $584,000, Hancock $50,000, Logan $250,000 and Wyandot $102,500. The money will be used to better support Ohioans with developmental disabilities and their families. Here is the complete release: (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of […]

Pictured left to right: David Strittmatter, John Neville and Heather Wilkerson The Hardin County Historical Museums held its 2024 reorganizational meeting this week at the Sullivan House.  Board President John Neville welcomed two new board members.  They are David Strittmatter and Heather Wilkerson. The board meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 7pm.