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Vandalia Crews Planning Large Resurfacing Project
Even as city crews complete the resurfacing of more than 20 road sections this summer, officials are already planning the next construction season. Streets most in need of resurfacing will be given priority throughout the project, a ten-year program that began this summer. Grading assessments are set to continue throughout this duration, however, and will allow officials to remain up-to-date on changing road health.
Barkstrong continues Brandon Bark's legacy supporting veterans with golf event
CENTERVILLE, Ohio (WKEF) -- The 8th annual charity memorial golf outing to honor Brandon Bark was held on Saturday, August 24. Brandon was killed in a highway crash on October 18, 2016, weeks before he was able to fulfill his dream of joining the Marines. The outing raises money for...
Huge EV battery recycling facility comes online in Ohio
Cirba Solutions officially opened its expanded lithium-ion battery processing plant, using funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. A big facility for recycling lithium-ion batteries is now operating in Central Ohio, where workers are busy salvaging and repurposing the metals and minerals needed to drive the clean energy transition. On Thursday,...
Bradford teen dies after crashing dirt bike
DARKE COUNTY – On Saturday at approximately 11:57 am, Darke County Deputies along with Versailles Fire, Versailles Rescue and the Darke County Coroner responded to the 9100 block of SR 121 on a single-vehicle dirt bike accident. Preliminary investigation revealed a green Kawasaki 250x was operated by Wyatt Reese...
Vehicle struck by train reported on Pierson Road in Madison Township
MADISON TOWNSHIP, Ohio — A vehicle has been reportedly struck by a train in the area of Pierson Road and Riverside Drive in Madison Township. The vehicle has been reported with major damage. At least two patients are reported with minor injuries. Butler County police and fire responders have...
Brown’s Run upgrades pro shop, opens outside pavilion, upgrades irrigation system
After realizing operating a full-service restaurant wasn’t financially feasible, the owners of a Butler County golf course have used a mulligan. John Kiser and his wife, Avinne, who purchased Brown’s Run Golf Course in Madison Twp. five years ago, have closed the restaurant and concentrated on investing $500,000 in upgrading the pro shop, outdoor pavilion and irrigation system.
Lebanon nonprofit provides families in need with free meals and other necessities
LEBANON, Ohio (WKRC) - A Lebanon nonprofit was back again lending a hand to local families through its Dinner in the Park event. Once a month, Restoring Hearts International hosts the event on a Saturday in Harmon Park. The organization gives away diapers, clothes, a free meal and other supplies for those who could benefit from it.
Woman struck, killed by train in Springfield Township
A woman was struck and killed by a train Saturday in Springfield Township, and Lucas County authorities are asking for the public’s help identifying her. The Lucas County Coroner’s Office says that at 8:30 a.m. a white female about 30 to 40 years old was involved in the accident near the 1700 block of South Crissey Road. “She has long brown curly/wavy hair and gray-blue eyes and was wearing blue jeans, yellow patterned socks, blue T-shirt with Reading Rainbow logo, and light blue zip-up sweatshirt,” according to the coroner’s office. A cell phone found near the body was broken and not functioning. The phone case has “a cartoon image of a dinosaur with multicolor raindrops” on the back.
Arcanum volleyball defeats Mississinawa Valley to defend Greenville Federal title
ARCANUM — For the second year in a row, the Arcanum Lady Trojans volleyball team didn’t drop a set on their way to winning the Greenville Federal Invitational. Arcanum defeated Mississinawa Valley, 2-0, in the championship game on August 24 at Franklin Monroe High School. Arcanum head coach...
Isaacs comes up big in QB role and Franklin fights off Fenwick to earn first victory in the Muncy era
FRANKLIN — It is the start of a new chapter for Franklin High School football. Matt Muncy is a first-time head coach for the Wildcats, and despite several turnovers and a handful of costly penalties Friday night, Muncy & Co. overcame it all to open the 2024 season with a 22-13 victory.
Annual Fine Art Show winners
The 17th Annual Hoffman Global Methodist Church Fine Arts Show was held in West Milton from August 9 to 11. Those in attendance had the opportunity to vote for their top three favorite pieces among the 56 pieces on display. Tallying up those votes led to the top three winners being: "Tall Grass" by Regina Whipp in first place; "Frog in Puddle" by Tom Kinarney in second place; and "Falling Water" by Ed Rapp in third place.
Middletown football holds off Troy 28-18 in season opener
TROY — The Troy football team’s first game on its newly installed turf field at Troy Memorial Stadium didn’t end t he way the Trojans had hoped. But, facing a strong Middletown team, the Trojans still had plenty of positives in a 28-18 loss. Troy will stay...
Tavien St. Clair, Ohio State QB commit, puts on a clinic in 2024 high school season opener
SIDNEY, Ohio — Ohio State five-star quarterback commit Tavien St. Clair put on an offensive clinic in his first game of his senior season for Bellefontaine High School. OSU’s top QB in the class of 2025 threw for 295 yards and four touchdowns, while running in two of his own on Friday night.
Rock the Hill in West Milton
On Saturday, August 17, the community came together to rock the park hill in West Milton. This free event was hosted by Project Revival, a non-profit organization that brings opportunities to the heart of West Milton and boosts business. People flocked to the hill for music, food, and fellowship. Bands Shot of Whiskey and Stranger took the stage.
Veterans gifted robot pets to help with loneliness
BRISTOL, R.I. (WJAR/CNN Newsource/WKRC) - A company is creating robotic pets to combat loneliness in veterans who cannot otherwise take care of a pet. A veterans home was gifted a shipment of dogs and cats that don't need to eat, use the bathroom, or be groomed. "Our products specifically help...
Ohio Valley to Savour Sunny Skies and Rising Heat Through Early Next Week
Residents across Columbus, Cincinnati, Wilmington, and their adjacent communities can bask in continued warmth as a high-pressure system firmly asserts its stance over the region. According to the National Weather Service, it looks like a dry spell, with the high pressure slated to reign at least into the early part of next week. Temperatures are leaning towards the hotter side of the gauge.
Bonsai tree business destroyed in fire overnight
TOLEDO, Ohio — A west Toledo nursery specializing in Japanese ornamental bonsai trees was destroyed in a fire early on Saturday morning. The fire broke out at T-Town Bonsai on N. Holland-Sylvania Road sometime after midnight on Saturday. T-Town Bonsai’s owner told WTOL 11 the cause of the fire...
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