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JD Vance’s congressman blasts him and his ‘chaotic’ and ‘weird’ campaign
Rep. Greg Landsman (D-Ohio), the Democrat who represents Sen. JD Vance’s (R-Ohio) district, slammed the vice presidential candidate for his views on abortion, women and marriage, arguing his was “one of the cruelest, most chaotic and downright weirdest” VP campaigns. Landsman, in a lengthy Monday thread on...
Southeast Ohio History Center to host talk on the Battle of Buffington Island
The Southeast Ohio History Center will host author, David Mowery, at 2 p.m. Saturday as he discusses the Battle of Buffington Island, Ohio’s only Civil War clash. Ohio contributed more men per capita to fight for the Union in the American Civil War than any other state. Most of their engagements in conflict occurred in Southern states. However, the Confederacy brought the conflict to Southeast Ohio in the summer of 1863. Morgan and his men were hoping to divert attention of the Union Army of...
Bunny Hoppers hold last meeting of 2024
VAN WERT—Bunny Hoppers 4-H Club held its last regular meeting of the year on Monday, July 22 at the Extension Office. The meeting was led by President Ella Lamb. Kealey Welch gave a safety speech on rabbit showmanship. Junior Fair entries must be completed by August 16. Meat pens and single fryers must weigh between four and six pounds. Tattooing of meat rabbits will be on August 10 from 7:30 and 10:30 a.m. Livestock judging is on August 6 with no appointment needed.
Ohio’s rural renaissance: The tangible benefits of renewable energy PILOT payments
As Ohio continues to bring new utility-scale renewable energy projects online each year, an increasing number of communities across the state are experiencing tangible economic benefits. These benefits, once met with skepticism by renewable project opponents and some community members, come in the form of annual fixed payments made directly to local communities over decades. […]
SRO Fitzgerald helping kids get to right answer
DELPHOS — You don’t have to look far to see what Officer Robert Fitzgerald III is up to. Delphos Police Officer Fitzgerald was named Delphos City Schools’ School Resource Officer last year and this year, and this year, he spearheaded bringing the children’s educational program Safety City to Delphos.
YMCA’s Free Youth Golf Clinic a Swinging Success
VAN WERT — From July 15th to 19th, the YMCA hosted its annual free youth golf clinic at Hickory Sticks Golf Club, welcoming 58 eager participants aged 7 to 12. The clinic was a wonderful opportunity for local kids to immerse themselves in the fundamentals of golf, learning essential skills such as putting, chipping, and using long irons.
NA Arts Council gains timely grant
“Unbelievable,” said Susan Roe, president of the North Adams Arts Council, describing an $8,190 grant the council will receive. The Indiana Arts Commission announced last week it has awarded more than $350,000 of $3.5 million in grants for art and creativity to northeast Indiana communities. In addition to the...
Cat ladies, position pivots and finding religion: JD Vance’s life under a national microscope
WASHINGTON, D. C. - Since his anointment as Donald Trump’s GOP vice-presidential running mate, U.S. Sen. JD Vance of Ohio has been barnstorming the country on behalf of his running mate as his past policy reversals and contentious remarks have been put under a microscope. So far, Trump’s choice...
C-Town Wings returns, only this time it's mobile
CELINA- Grand Lake foodies get excited, because C-Town Wings is back. After closing their restaurant in October, C-Town Wings owners Julia and Kerry Roberts decided to make a comeback with a food truck called C-Town Wings on Wheels. The opening of the food truck was announced online June 7, but...
Daily Activity Log from the Van Wert County Sheriff's Office for July 29, 2024
July 30, 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.
STDs In Michigan, Ohio and Indiana Among Highest In The Nation
A new study shows that 7 cities in Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio have a concerning number of STD cases. Here's what you should know. Sexually transmitted diseases and infections aren't easy to talk about. However, the stigma that comes with STDs and STIs adds to the difficulty of protecting people from them. The United States is currently experiencing a substantial rise in chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. The number of syphilis cases has risen nearly 30% since last year. That is part of a shocking trend according to InnerBody.com,
Starfires ready to climb back on top
The South Adams Starfires will go to battle in 2024 with a new look on offense and an accomplished, hungry defense ready to compete in the ACAC and fight for an IHSAA trophy. As with any 1A school, South Adams has graduated a talented class of players this summer, including QB Owen Wanner, who threw for over 1100 yards last season, and Colt Bollenbacher, who was just a few carries of a 1000-yard season in 2023.
Decatur street paving start coming soon
Brooks Construction Co. is expected to begin Decatur’s latest street paving project this week. City Operations Manage Jeremy Gilbert told city council at its latest meeting the Fort Wayne company is expected to start work on upgrading handicap ramps around August 1st. Once that portion of the project is...
Grand Lake group sets bar stool fundraising event
CELINA — The Lake Improvement Association is hosting the 23rd annual Bar Stool Open on Saturday, Aug. 10 at the bars along Grand Lake St. Marys. The rain-or-shine event includes a miniature golf tournament featuring four-person teams stopping at 12 different lake bars. There will also be a T-shirt contest, a pontoon/boat decorating contest and a photo contest. The golf tournament will tee off at 9 a.m., and teams can play by land or by sea.
Lynch to speak at Allen County Fair
LIMA — Former prisoner of war Jessica Lynch will speak at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 23 at Veterans Day for the Allen County Fair at the fairgrounds at 2750 Harding Highway in Lima. The theme of this year’s Veterans Day is “Quality of Life.”
Jury trial begins for Lima man accused of drug possession
Jul. 30—LIMA — Three witnesses were heard for the prosecution during the start of a jury trial Tuesday in the Allen County Common Pleas Court for a Lima man accused of possession of cocaine, a first-degree felony. Special Agent Andrew Eilerman and Task Force Officer Thomas Kennedy of the Northwest Ohio Safe Streets Task Force and Kristin Canfield of the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation ...
Cenovus and EMA release statement on large refinery flare, no danger to public
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - The flare at Cenovus is burning a little bigger because there is a unit issue with one of their processes. According to the Allen County EMA, the bigger flare is part of their normal shutdown procedure, because product is being sent to the flare. The EMA director says there is no reported risk to the community. All employees have been accounted for and Cenovus is monitoring air quality. All response efforts being handled in house at the Lima refinery.
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