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GALLERY: July 24 Junior Fair results
MOUNT VERNON — Wednesday brought another rain shower to the Knox County Fairgrounds, but it did not deter Junior Fair contestants or fairgoers. Showmanship competitions for Market Dairy Steer Showmanship and Dairy Goat and Pygmy Goat led off the day’s activities. Following are photos and results from the July 24 events.
Killbuck man charged following pursuit in Holmes and Coshocton counties
KILLBUCK − The Holmes County Sheriff's Office has released the name of a Killbuck man involved in a high-speed traffic chase that came into Coshocton County Tuesday evening. A news release stated Caleb M. Johnson, 19, has been arrested and charged with felony fleeing and eluding of officers, unlawful restraint and was wanted on two outstanding warrants. According to the Holmes County Clerk of Courts, Johnson was charged in June with driving under a financial responsibility act...
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...
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...
Local law enforcement endorses Merrin for Congress
Local law enforcement groups are supporting state Rep. Derek Merrin (R., Monclova Township) in the race for Ohio’s 9th Congressional District seat. Both the Toledo Police Command Officers Association and Toledo Police Patrolman’s Association have endorsed the candidate against his opponent, U.S. Rep. Marcy Kaptur (D., Toledo). “Every day Toledo police officers, commanders put their lives on the line to protect and to serve our community,” Mr. Merrin said. “They deserve our gratitude, but they also merit our vocal support.” He condemned Ms. Kaptur’s support and co-sponsorship of the 2021 End Qualified Immunity Act which would have eliminated individual liability of police officers. In 1967, the Supreme Court invented the qualified immunity doctrine that prevents police officers from being sued for misconduct if they break the law. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives but was not passed.
Compensation survey once again topic at Mount Vernon council
MOUNT VERNON — The final compensation survey delivered to city council members on Monday equips them to make decisions on wages for city employees. Heidi Miller of Clemans Nelson & Associates reviewed the survey in an Employee and Community Relations Committee meeting. She noted the survey is the first step in designing a wage package that retains and attracts city employees.
“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.
Shoplifters rob 4 dollar stores; on the loose after chase with Akron police
SUMMIT COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO) - Akron police are looking for several women who are wanted for shoplifting from four dollar stores in Summit and Stark Counties earlier this month. According to police, the suspects first robbed the Family Dollar in the 500 block of Cuyahoga Falls Ave. in Akron on July 14.
Wanted: Cleveland woman’s face tattoos make her easy to identify, facing several felonies
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) -This week’s Cuyahoga’s Most Wanted features a Cleveland woman facing several felonies and her face tattoo’s might make her an easy mark. According to Crime Stoppers of Cuyahoga County Breanna Guzman is on the run after an incident in August of 2022. She’s accused...
'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...
Boards and BMX bikes will soar Saturday at Akron Skate Park Jam
Akron Skate Park will host its second Akron Skate Park Jam July 27 in an effort to bring together the local skateboarding and BMX community and celebrate the park. Tyler Arney, a 24-year-old BMX biker, planned the event with 30-year-old skateboarder, Miranda Best. ...
Ohio school closed for radioactive material being sold ‘as-is’
PIKETON, Ohio (WDTN) — A vacant school in southern Ohio has caught the attention of people across the U.S. as it heads for auction. On Saturday Aug. 17, Zahn’s Corner Middle School in Piketon will be auctioned. The listing displays the 53,000 square foot building, on around 9.83 acres, selling for a minimum of $270,000. […]
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