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More Critical Repairs Started on Vermilion Harbor Piers
VERMILION, Ohio — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District and its contractor, Chicago-based Architectural Consulting Group, Ltd., have started repairs on another section of the Vermilion Harbor West Pier. Vermilion Harbor’s piers ensure the harbor remains economically viable and able to provide safe access for recreation and...
Local Law Enforcement Reminding Kids to Drive Safe this School Year
NORTH ROBINSON, OH (CRAWFORD COUNTY NOW) —With the school year ready to get underway next week, local law enforcement agencies are looking to remind kids to drive safely. As part of that initiative, one football player from each of the county schools came out to Colonel Crawford to pose for a poster with each of the local police department, sheriff, and state highway patrol cruisers.
Wayne Soil & Water Conservation District putting on a Phosphorus Field Day this month in Wooster
The Wayne Soil & Water Conservation District is putting on a Phosphorus Field Day this month in Wooster, at the OSU Farm Operations Building. The event, which is a collaborative effort with Ohio State University, will take place on Monday, the 26th, from 1-4pm. The event will share advice from OSU experts on establishing and maintaining soil phosphorus levels for optimum crop production. Call the Wayne Soil & Water Conservation District for more information.
Ohio anti-gerrymandering leaders say LaRose’s draft ballot text is deceptive and unconstitutional
The office of Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose has drafted ballot language for the Ohio Ballot Board to consider Friday that supporters of an anti-gerrymandering amendment say is deceptive and unconstitutional. The Ballot Board decides the text of proposed amendments that voters actually see on their ballots when they vote. The anti-gerrymandering amendment before […]
Applied Industrial Acquires New Jersey, Ohio Distributors
Applied Industrial Technologies has acquired distributors in New Jersey and Ohio, the company announced Thursday. Total Machine Solutions will join Applied’s U.S. service center division, while Stanley Proctor will be incorporated into its fluid power business. TMS, based in Fairfield, New Jersey, is a distributor of bearings, drives, motors,...
Agency hosting feedback forums on assisted living facilities
BOWLING GREEN — The Ohio Department of Aging will host assisted living feedback forums across the state in August and September. The forums will solicit opinions from assisted living residents and their loved ones, as well as facility staff and administrators. A forum will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Tuesday at the Wood County Senior Center, 140 S. Grove St. These forums will be similar in setup to listening sessions that ran as part of the Governor’s Nursing Quality & Accountability Task Force. The May, 2023, report laid the foundation for the governor and General Assembly to pass a package of historic nursing home investments and policy reforms as part of the state operating budget, according to the Ohio Department of Aging.
Why flags are at half staff in Ohio on August 15 and 16, 2024
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Gov. Mike DeWine has ordered U.S. and Ohio flags to be flown at half staff. On Friday morning, flags will be lowered at all public buildings and grounds in Greene County. They will stay lowered through sunset Saturday. All other public buildings and grounds throughout the state are advised to lower […]
Koenig president: ‘We can never forget who got us here’
BOTKINS — Koenig Equipment dealerships are celebrating their 120th anniversary as an agricultural hardware store. Originating in Botkins in 1904, the business has opened 15 locations in Ohio and Indiana. Maintaining a relationship with John Deere for four generations, they have and continue to serve agricultural farmers, homeowners, professional...
Ohio Valley to Experience Warmer Temperatures with Increased Chance of Storms, NWS Advises
Ohioans can expect a marked shift in weather today, according to the latest from the National Weather Service in Wilmington. The NWS reports that as high-pressure swings east of the Ohio Valley, the region will experience warmer temperatures, increased humidity, and a raised possibility of showers and thunderstorms heading into the weekend.
Fremont Ross Little Giants | Big Board Friday Countdown
FREMONT, Ohio — Fremont Ross overview:. 2023 Record: 4-7 (Made playoffs) Head Coach: Chad Long (9th year) Kaden Mayle, Senior OL (1st Team All-Ohio) Zavier Lopez, Senior OL (1st Team All-NLL) Jayce Frymire, Senior DB (1st Team All-NLL) Zalen Harris, Senior LB (2nd Team All-NLL) 2024 Schedule:. WEEK 2...
Amid ‘green burial’ dispute, judge rejects Michigan township’s cemetery ban
Officials in Brooks Township responded to a proposed ‘green burial’ cemetery by banning all cemeteries in the community. Peter and Annica Quakenbush responded with a lawsuit, and a judge sided with them Thursday. It’s the latest in a string of disputes over an increasingly popular end-of-life option.
Music Academy of Karate & Empowerment holds fundraiser, black belt promotion
SHELBY — The Music Academy of Karate and Empowerment recently had its first public fundraiser. At this event, the school also had its annual black belt promotion during which three students were promoted to first-degree jr. black belt. Along with promoting the black belts, there was a promotion for que ranks.
Cleveland Guardians announcer slammed for ‘disgusting’ remark on live broadcast during ‘tasteless’ home run call
A CLEVELAND Guardians broadcaster has gotten hit with criticism for a comment on live television during a home run call. The sequence occurred after the deciding factor in the Guardians‘ 2-1 home victory over the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday night. The two MLB squads were tied 1-1 in the bottom of the sixth inning when […]
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