A crash involving a semi and a pickup truck closes Interstate 69, near mile marker 337, between the Waterloo and Ashley exits, for nearly three hours in DeKalb County. Officials say James McLintock of Manistee was going north in his big rig on 69, when it stopped for a line …

Millcreek-West Unity education officials appoint David Chester to fill the open board seat created when former board member, Kellie Gray resigned to take the position of Williams County treasurer. Chester will serve through Dec. Gray was appointed county treasurer in late March. She replaces Vicki Grimm, who left the position …

The GOP and Democratic leaders in the Ohio House say improving foster care in light of the state’s addictions epidemic is a top legislative priority this year. One bill announced would ensure that potential foster parents are trained, licensed and approved more effectively. The proposed legislation follows record spending for …

William Ray “Bill” Hancock, age 67, of Ridgeville Corners, Ohio and formerly of Portland, Indiana and Stryker, Ohio passed away Monday May 13, 2019 in his home.  Bill was born November 02, 1951 in Wauseon, Ohio to the late Robert Ray and Phyllis Ann (Planson) Hancock.  He was a 1969 graduate …

A New Haven man is hurt after getting stuck under a moving semi-trailer. Officials tell reporters the 40-year-old driver lost control of his car and crashed into it on I-69, north of the Markle exit. The semi driver did not realize the vehicle was wedged under his trailer and kept …

Gov. Mike DeWine wants a state board to develop a law enforcement standard regarding police pursuits. The governor says that too often people are killed or seriously injured when drivers flee from police. He says minimum agency standards would create a consistent approach to pursuits to help save lives. The …

Almost $2 million dollars in funds for students and other educational pursuits are handed out from local, foundation and university sources at Bryan High School’s annual scholarship night. Students, parents, teachers, administrators and a host of community leaders, serving a variety of service organizations attended the event.

Car lovers…unite! Antique car collectors from throughout the Midwest will gather at Sauder Village on Saturday to showcase their vintage automobiles. More than 100 antique cars are already registered for the special event which offers a unique view of the automobiles from days gone by. Guests will have a chance …

Fredrick J. “Fritz” Entenman, age 88, of Edon, Ohio, passed away at 1:46 P.M. on Sunday, May 12, 2019, at Community Hospitals and Wellness Centers in Bryan, Ohio, where he was a patient. Mr. Entenman was a graduate of Edgerton High School and served in the United States Army in …

Laurette  Baltosser, age 54, of Stryker passed away Sunday May 12, 2019 at CHP- Hospice Care Center in Defiance following a battle with cancer.   Laurette was born on November 16, 1964 in Wauseon, Ohio the daughter of the late Charles and the late Mary Louise (Boynton) Hurd. She was …