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Plants in Pike Co. are radioactive as uranium enrichment begins again
PIKETON, Ohio – A specter from the Cold War lingers over rural Ohio, raising fresh concerns about the lasting environmental and health impacts of uranium enrichment. A recent independent investigation has confirmed the significant uptake of neptunium-237, a highly radioactive man-made element, by plants growing near the Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant (PGDP).
Victim asks that attacker be kept in jail; accused man's attorney asks for lower bond
Jul. 15—LIMA — The alleged victim of a strangulation incident that prosecutors say took place earlier this year near Spencerville on Monday asked that her attacker be kept behind bars as long as possible. The request was made during a pre-trial hearing for Ty Shellenbarger Jr., 2o, of rural Spencerville. He was indicted by a grand jury in June on one count of strangulation, a felony of the ...
Ohio Veterans Conference coming to Ohio Union to connect those who have served
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — The Ohio Union is a place to unite. There’s a sense of community. It’s the perfect location for the 2024 Ohio Veterans Conference, happening on Aug. 3. “There’s a closeness of just being together with somebody who understands what you have been through,”...
Reactions to Ohio’s JD Vance being named Donald Trump’s vice presidential pick
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – With Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump naming Ohio Senator JD Vance as his vice-presidential running mate, politicians from across the country are touting the state’s junior senator’s credentials. Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine congratulated Vance on being the pick. “A son of Middletown, Ohio, J.D. can relate to the many Americans who […]
Is Ohio law banning gender-affirming care constitutional? Trial began Monday
Ohio's transgender youth could get some clarity on their healthcare after this week. The trial on the constitutionality of an Ohio law banning gender-affirming care began Monday. The trial is expected to last five days. ...
Ohio country music festival promises three days of camping, fun
GUERNSEY COUNTY, Ohio (WKRC) - A country music festival is headed to Ohio and promises three days of camping and fun. The Old Washington Music Fest is coming to Guernsey County Fairgrounds in Old Washington, Ohio from July 17 - July 20. "Who’s ready to party! Get ready for the...
U.S. Marshals offer reward for Ohio fugitive wanted for violating federal parole
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - The U.S. Marshals are searching for a fugitive convicted on federal charges of having a gun and selling cocaine. According to the U.S. Marshals, Antwon Dawson, 33, has now violated his federal parole. Dawson is known to frequent Youngstown, OH and New Castle, PA, said the...
Groundbreaking of Ohio’s first Buc-ee’s set for August
HUBER HEIGHTS, Ohio (WDTN) — Ohio’s first Buc-ee’s is getting closer to reality. According to a Facebook post from Huber Height’s Mayor Jeff Gore, the official groundbreaking is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 8. Huber Heights’ planning commission unanimously approved Buc-ee’s nearly 700-page final report on May 14. The report outlined building plans, construction details and […]
Ottawa Redblacks Stun Edmonton Elks with Dramatic Last-Second Field Goal Victory
Wild fourth quarter sees Ottawa Redblacks edge past Edmonton Elks with a last-second field goal, securing a 37-34 victory after a back-and-forth scoring duel. Ottawa Redblacks gained 520 total yards of offense and scored 37 points, their highest this season. Ottawa kicker Lewis Ward made all five field goal attempts,...
Daily Activity Log from the Van Wert County Sheriff's Office - July 12 through July 14, 2024
July 15, 2024, Press Release from the Van Wert County Sheriff's Office: The information provided allows for a timely snapshot of events in our community. The crimes reported here are preliminary investigations, taken in the field by deputies, and may or may not be assigned to a Detective for further investigation. The information provided may be found after further investigation to be incorrect or false. Certain details of these incidents have been removed due to potential follow-up investigation into the incident and/or for privacy rights.
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