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"Making history in the completely wrong way": JD Vance is really unpopular and "dragging Trump down"
Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, is making history as Donald Trump's 2024 running mate, but not in the way that the Trump campaign had hoped. According to a CNN survey taken after the Republican National Convention, Vance has an approval rating of -6 points, making him the first vice presidential nominee to enter the general election with a negative rating since 1980.
New text scam targeting Ohio drivers
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A new scam targeting Ohio drivers and their money is on the rise. Authorities from the Miami Valley and across the state are issuing a warning to residents or travelers that may use the Ohio Turnpike. In the text from a Montreal-based 438-area code, the sender intends to trick the resident […]
'There were better options': Voters 'iffy' of potential Kamala Harris presidential ticket
Voters in North Central Ohio are still wrapping their minds around this year's presidential election. The announcement that President Joe Biden had dropped out of the race evoked feelings of concern, frustration and even satisfaction. ...
Two Lucas students honored as Firelands Electric A Team members
NEW LONDON — Firelands Electric Cooperative has announced the winners of The A Team drawing for the month of July. Sandy Stang just completed sixth grade at Western Reserve Middle School and is the daughter of Doug and Katie Stang. Riley Trumpower, daughter of Aaron and Jodi Trumpower, just...
One of Galion’s oldest churches to hold last service on Sunday
GALION (CRAWFORD COUNTY NOW)–On Sunday, July 28 at 10 a.m., the church bells at Peace Lutheran Church located at 129 W. Walnut Street in Galion will sound for the church’s final service. Due to declining membership over the years, the monthly costs of operating a church building of...
Danville’s Delaughder is among 19 cadets to graduate from Ohio Fire Academy on July 26
COLUMBUS – Danville’s Cole Delaughder is one of 19 cadets who will graduate from the Ohio Fire Academy on July 26. Delaughder was a standout football player for the Danville Blue Devils who recently graduated from Danville High School. The Ohio Fire Academy (OFA) has announced its second...
GCT to perform ‘The Addams Family’
The Galion Community Theatre (GCT) is thrilled to announce its summer youth production of the musical “The Addams Family,” a comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family, featuring an original story that inspires all to “move toward their darkness.” The show will run on July 26-27 and Aug. 2-3 at 7:30 p.m., with a matinee performance on Aug. 4 at 2 p.m.
Zack's List: Crawford County's Top 10 defensive football players for 2024
BUCYRUS - Week 1 of football will be here before we know it. After taking a look at the top skill players returning on offense, we'll shift to defense and see who the premier returners are that can make a difference when their team doesn't have the ball. Again, in no particular order, we'll...
“South of the Square Block Rally” donates to remembering our heros
BUCYRUS, OH (CRAWFORD COUNTY NOW)—The “South of the Square Block Rally” was held at Schines Art Park on June 28. Forty businesses sponsored the event that benefited Remembering Our Heroes. Remembering Our Heroes’ purpose is to help veterans in Crawford County by providing wheelchair ramps, purchasing medications, providing housing, utilities, wheelchairs, food, etc. The Foundation was started 10 years ago by Tommy Starner, a 22-year veteran along with his wife Lori Starner. Accepting a donation in the amount of $4,000 was Lori and Tommy Starner, founders of Remembering Our Heroes.
'I'll be back:' Councilwoman Carolyn Shireman removed from Bucyrus City Council meeting
Carolyn Shireman, a Republican at-large member of Bucyrus City Council, was removed Tuesday night from a regular council meeting. The meeting started with Shireman addressing Kurt Fankhauser, council president, to make a "parliamentary inquiry." ...
Dover Shoney's restaurant, the last in Ohio, to close and be sold in online auction
DOVER ‒ After 33 years in business, the Shoney's restaurant in Dover will be going out of business. It will be closing in a couple more weeks, according to manager Mike Watson, who has worked there for more than 18 years. The property, located at 881 Commercial Parkway, has been put up for sale...
Mount Vernon Municipal Court: 130 cases on docket, July 29-August 2, 2024
The following 130 cases are on the Mount Vernon Municipal Court docket for the week of July 29-August 2, 2024. Judge John Thatcher presides over the Mount Vernon Municipal Court. The court bailiff is William Champlin. Note: all defendants are assumed innocent until proven guilty. JUDGEDATENAMEVIOLATIONSAGENCYATTORNEY. JOHN C. THATCHER07/29/2024STEPHENSON, BETHANY...
Cell phone restrictions established for Mount Vernon schools
MOUNT VERNON — Mount Vernon City School board of education has approved a district-wide cell phone policy. The policy, approved at the July 18 meeting, puts limitations on cell-phone use in elementary, middle and high school buildings for students. According to the policy:. Elementary School (Grades K-5) Student cell...
VIDEO: Woman rams Alliance police cruiser after alleged domestic violence incident, police say
ALLIANCE, Ohio (WOIO) - A woman rammed an Alliance police car and hit another after police gave her repeated commands to exit the vehicle following an alleged domestic violence incident Tuesday. Police said a male victim came to the police station to report the alleged domestic violence incident and escape...
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