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What we can VERIFY about the Swan Creek ditch cleanup project
LUCAS COUNTY, Ohio — The Lucas County Engineer's Office wants to make sure residents in Lucas, Fulton and Henry counties know about future watershed work. The office said the work needs to be done to prevent flooding and it's a project that'll cost residents. "I do not have any...
New roundabout project proposed for Monclova Rd.
LUCAS Co., Ohio (WTVG) - The Lucas County Engineer’s Office (LCEO) along with the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) has proposed a roundabout at the intersection of Monclova Road and Wilkins Road in Swanton. The roundabout would replace what is currently a two-way stop. According to a press release...
Former 180th Fighter Wing commander nominated to be next chief of National Guard Bureau
ARLINGTON, Va. — The former commander of the 180th Fighter Wing in Swanton has been nominated to become the 30th chief of the National Guard Bureau, President Joe Biden announced Wednesday. If confirmed by the Senate, Air Force Lt. Gen. Steven S. Nordhaus would be promoted to four-star general...
SWANTON VILLAGE COUNCIL: Bids On Hallet Avenue Work Come In Higher Than Expected
The Swanton Village Council heard updates on future construction on Hallet Avenue during its meeting last week. Village Administrator Shannon Shulters reported bids for the initial phase of work were opened at the end of June, with Ebony Construction coming in at $860,361.15 and Miller Brothers coming in at $988,851.48. The original engineer’s estimate was $740,900.
Maumee officials issue apology for sewer ordinance
MAUMEE, Ohio (WTVG) - Maumee leaders have issued an apology to residents for the controversial ordinance mandating sewer inspections which created a firestorm within the community. The situation has been causing a stir in Maumee for weeks and on Friday, Maumee leaders issued an apology and let residents know that...
There are Just 5 Rural Southern Michigan Counites Without an Interstate Highway
Southern Michigan is the most populated region of the state, so it's no surprise that the most interstate highways crisscross this portion of the state. Interstates 94 and 96 run west to east and I-69 and I-75 are north-south (until I-69 hits Lansing and changes orientation). Add in I-196 up the lakeshore and you will find nearly all counties in the southern portion of the state have interstate highways.
Indiana contractor facing fines for exposing employees to 'deadly fall hazards' at 2 Perrysburg homes
PERRYSBURG, Ohio — An Indiana contractor faces nearly $200,000 in fines after the U.S. Department of Labor said employees were exposed to deadly risks of falls while working on framing at two homes in Perrysburg. Inspectors with the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) said...
Today is Kid’s Day at the Lenawee County Fair
Adrian, MI – Today is Kid’s Day at the Lenawee County Fair. The Midway rides will open at 2pm this afternoon. Other notable events today include:. The Poultry Fashion Contest will begin in the Kiwanis Building at 3:30 pm. Dress A Goat Contest will be at 3:30 pm...
Craig Bridge gates fixed, but electrical problem persists, ODOT says
Its safety gates repaired, the Craig Memorial Bridge remained closed to traffic indefinitely Thursday while a state contractor tried to ferret out an electrical gremlin that was the initial reason for its closing more than two weeks earlier. Something is amiss within sets of electrical sensors that ensure the bridge operates properly when its drawspans are raised or lowered for Maumee River vessel traffic, the Ohio Department of Transportation explained. “This goes back to the original problem that closed the bridge on July 9,” Kyle Ruedel, the ODOT project engineer, said in a prepared statement. “There are numerous sensors that must be examined to identify the impacted sensor, and we have checked roughly 25 percent of the sensors at this time.” Troubleshooting by ODOT and contractor personnel began with the detection of communication errors after a ship passed through the bridge. The “fully closed” indication did not reach the control station, preventing the safety gates from rising to allow traffic — a status that cannot be overridden, ODOT said.
Tenmile Creek, Swan Creek ditch projects explained at public meetings
People in a crowd of about 200 who showed up Thursday afternoon at the Sylvania library branch — with a legal notice of a proposed drainage improvement and a dollar estimate of the first-year assessment in hand — looked either carefree or preoccupied; some were frowning. “This is a money grab, that’s all it is,” said Richard Spitulski, who lives on Huntington Road in Sylvania Township. He said he feels he wouldn’t benefit from the proposed project because there are no ditches on or anywhere near his property, and a sump pump in his crawl space is sufficient to address any potential flooding. His wife, Rita said she agreed with him. Both plan to attend all and any Lucas County commissioners’ hearings of the proposed measure to make sure their opinion is heard, she said. Their estimated first-year assessment is $25.01. Their neighbor from across the street, Leo Tussing, whose estimated first-year assessment is $2.39, said he is also “unhappy” and plans to protest, adding that he also has a sump pump in his crawl space, which is all he needs to address any potential drainage problems.
Ag Day Today at the Lenawee County Fair
Adrian, MI – Today is Ag Day at the Lenawee County Fair. Notable events happening at the fairgrounds include:. The Bandshell will be the stage for a food eating contest at 1pm. The 4-H / Open Class Draft Horse Hitch Show will take place in the Dairy Arena at...
Bill Arnett named Lenawee County Veteran of the Year for service to veterans
ADRIAN — Bill Arnett knew something was up when he looked out into the audience from the Lenawee County Fair bandshell stage during the annual veterans program and saw his family there. Arnett was about to be announced as the 2024 Lenawee County Veteran of the Year. “It means a lot,” the past commander...
UM Professor to give talk in Maumee on political misinformation
Barbara McQuade, the former U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan and a current law professor at the University of Michigan, will talk about disinformation in American politics during a program at the Maumee Branch Library. Ms. McQuade’s recently published book, Attack from Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America, explores how authoritarian regimes throughout history have utilized disinformation to consolidate power and ways to combat the rise of these trends in the United States. The event, at 7 p.m. Tuesday, is hosted by the Maumee Branch Library in association with the UM alumni association.
Village Of Delta Welcomes New Dollar General Market Store
(PHOTO BY JACOB KESSLER / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) INTERIOR… The interior of the new Delta Dollar General Market store welcomes visitors with fresh items as they first walk in. The Village of Delta has recently welcomed its newest storefront. The new Dollar General Market store, located at 325 W Main Street, opened up on Friday, July 19th.
Erin Van Dyke challenged by Steve Muth for Lenawee County treasurer position
Editor's note: This story has been updated with correct early voting information. Republican Party voters in Lenawee County have a choice of candidates for county treasurer in the Aug. 6 primary election. Incumbent treasurer Erin Van Dyke of Blissfield faces challenger Steve Muth of Onsted for their party's nomination. The winner advances to the...
SWAN CREEK WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT PROJECT: Massive Turnout At Swan Creek Watershed Meeting Highlights Concerns
(PHOTO PROVIDED / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) A WATERSHED MOMENT ... The complete Swan Creek watershed area is visible in a map provided by the office of Lucas County Engineer Mike Pniewski. By: Jesse Davis. THE VILLAGE REPORTER. jesse@thevillagereporter.com. Hundreds of people lined up inside, outside, and down the street at...
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