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Air Force Museum hosting student aviation program for prospective pilots
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Students that have thought about becoming a pilot when they grow up could have a chance to see what the career is actually like. The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force is holding “Introduction to Becoming a Pilot,” a program for students between the ages of 14 and 18. Rather […]
Ontario standoff/hostage situation: Lawyer files plea of not guilty by reason of insanity
The attorney for a 32-year-old Perrysville man accused of shooting an Ontario police officer and a woman during a domestic disturbance that turned into a standoff and hostage situation has filed a plea of not guilty by reason of insanity. Terry Hitchman filed on behalf of Jareth Vance, who faces 42 counts, including four counts of attempted aggravated murder and four counts of attempted murder, for a Feb. 11 incident. ...
Celebrate 30 years of 'Shawshank Redemption' just 2 hours from Detroit
To some, going from Michigan to Ohio might feel like breaking into prison. But for any Michigan movie fan brave enough to skip over the border, the city of Mansfield — just over a two-hour drive from Detroit — is a destination spot for fans of “Shawshank Redemption.” The best part: To get there, there is no tunneling or sewage pipe climbing required. You can see it all from the comfort of your car. For the 30th...
Marsh Foundation starts equine therapy
VAN WERT — The Marsh Foundation, a non-profit children’s services agency, will soon offer equine therapy to clients. Van Wert County Foundation awarded a $15,000 grant from the John D. and Nellie S. Ault Memorial Fund endowment to establish an equine therapy program. “During our recent visit to...
Select Super Showcase & Run For The Roses Standouts "Part Two" (Hamilton, OH)
Hamilton, OH: This past weekend, the Midwest was well represented in Louisville and Ohio. From 2025 prospects, who stood out on the big stage, down to 2028 prospects, who put a stamp on their arrival on the circuit, the Midwest will be a hotbed for recruiting for the next few years, and we have some high-powered names to lead the way. Here are a few who took advantage of their week on the road—PART Two!!
Owens CC using VR tech for law enforcement training
PERRYSBURG, Ohio (WTVG) - The Ohio Attorney General’s Office provided virtual reality goggles to Owens Community College to assist with law enforcement training. According to a press release from the college, Meta Quest 3 VR headsets were provided to help the Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy. The technology will be utilized by cadets and current officers who are continuing their education.
Drought continues in Cleveland-area despite recent rain; Some parts of Ohio now in ‘severe drought’
CLEVELAND, Ohio — While drought conditions remain unchanged in Northeast Ohio despite recent rains, conditions in parts of southern Ohio have worsened, transitioning from a moderate drought to a severe drought, according to this week’s drought update released on Thursday. Even though last week brought on some much-needed...
Perrysburg Schools listening tour continues
Community members are invited to attend an informal gathering with Perrysburg Schools Superintendent Tom Hosler, Treasurer Randy Drewyor, and board of education members. This “listening tour” will be from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday by the tent on the Commodore Lawn near the corner of Indiana and Louisiana avenues during the Perrysburg farmers market. Anyone with a question or who would like more information about the school district should stop by the tent.
Slow progress halted by roof issue at former Great Eastern shopping center
Northwood city officials continue to try to stop work on a shopping center from going south. At the July 11 council meeting, Administrator Kevin Laughlin said there seems to be crisis after crisis at the former Great Eastern shopping center on Woodville Road, which has been in disrepair for years. On July 5, Zoning Inspector Amy Stribny called him and told him the roofs were missing on some of the suites in the shopping center, now called Northwood Commons, Mr. Laughlin said. “She was worried about the structural soundness of the units,” he said, adding that they contacted county building inspection. “They didn’t have building permits, they didn’t have zoning permits, anything to do the the work. And it’s not just the roofs, on several of the units, they’ve actually built walls — they’ve created office spaces and things like that without the proper authorization.”
Lenawee County judge in Warner homicide case says he intends to stay on the case
ADRIAN — The judge assigned to the Warner homicide case explained Wednesday why he hasn't disqualified himself from the case now after doing so at an earlier stage of the proceedings. Lenawee County Circuit Judge Michael R. Olsaver, along with the other Lenawee County judges, disqualified himself from hearing...
Mason Middle School Science Teacher Named Ohio Teacher Of The Year
MASON, OH -- Alison Sears, Mason City Schools, Middle School Science, State Board District 4 was named as one of the 11 chosen to move forward to be one of the final four finalist for 2025 Teacher of the Year by The State Board of Education of Ohio. This cohort...
Home Depot’s Skelly the Giant Skeleton is back, and he’s brought friends
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — It may be the dregs of July, but that isn’t stopping some people from thinking “Halloween.”. Home Depot has rolled out its popular Halloween product line for 2024, and while Skelly, its 12-foot-tall skeleton, will once again attract all the attention, there are several new additions.
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