The Bowling Green Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle crash that occurred in Middleton Township, Wood County. The crash occurred on State Route 25 near milepost 17 at 6:45 p.m. Sunday. The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2020 Buick Encore and a 2017 Honda Odyssey …

The Toledo Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash that occurred Friday, September 19th, at approximately 1:40 P.M. The crash occurred on State Route 109 near milepost 13 in Pike Township, Fulton County. 40 year old Holly E Rutherford, of Defiance, was driving a 2016 …

Phil A. Smethurst, beloved husband, father and son, age 58, of Sherwood, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, September 16, 2025, surrounded by friends and family at Community Health Professionals Inpatient Hospice near Defiance.  Phil was an Industrial Maintenance Group Leader for Therma-Tru Doors prior to an early retirement.  He was a …

The Toledo Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a serious injury crash that occurred on September 18, 2025, at approximately 5:40 p.m. The crash occurred at the North Irwin Road and Frankfort Road intersection, in Spencer Township, Lucas County. Jackie Eugene Riffe, age 25, of Holland, Ohio …

An annual event in Bryan designed to inspire and give thanks for blessings is celebrating its 50th year next week. The Bryan Area Christian Prayer Breakfast will be held Tuesday at Wesley United Methodist Church in Bryan. It begins with a continental breakfast from 8:30-9:30 a.m. in the fellowship hall …

A Hicksville teen was arrested early Thursday morning following a high-speed pursuit in and outside the town. According to a media release from Hicksville Police, 19 year old Drew Holifield was charged with failure to comply with the order or signal of a police officer, a third-degree felony; OVI and …

The Bowling Green Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a single vehicle crash that occurred in Perrysburg Township, Wood County. The crash occurred on Interstate 75 northbound near milepost 188 at 4:20 p.m. Wednesday afternoon. The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2006 Volvo commercial tractor/trailer was traveling …

Lincoln Park Inclusive Playground in Bryan has recently become a place hurt by vandalism. Mayor Carrie Schlade recently took to Facebook to talk about a “heartbreaking reality” of repeated and increased vandalism at the park that is both disappointing and destructive. Cameras and lights are installed and the city is …

Hicksville Village Council met this week and approved the hiring of a new zoning inspector. Brian Demland was chosen to fill a vacancy following the departure of the previous inspector. Council also briefly discussed a vacant position for which the village is still seeking a candidate.  

Every three years, Williams County Health Department takes a closer look at the health and well-being of its residents through a comprehensive Community Health Assessment. The project is a joint effort of the Williams County Health Department, Defiance College and a wide range of local partners. The 2025 assessment survey …