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BMU crews quickly handle a rash of power outages across Bryan. Schools, traffic lights and residences around town went dark for a while. Crews figured out that a panel of switch breakers at the Baker Street substation, and a few more at the Bechtol Switchyard were acting up. They soon …

A Napoleon woman is hurt after a crash in Henry County. Officials say Rebecca Akers was behind the wheel of a pickup on Ohio 108 at County Road A2, when she and a semi, driven by Ronald Niese, collided. Akers was flown from the scene. No word on her condition …

One man is injured after crashing into several parked cars at Fort and Michigan in Maumee. The driver’s exact injuries are unknown, but are described as non-life-threatening. Local officials are investigating the case. No charges have been filed yet.

OSHA cites Napoleon Spring Works Inc. for what is described as willful and serious safety violations, this after a temporary employee’s arm was amputated. The Archbold garage door hardware manufacturer faces proposed penalties totaling $284,540.

The town of Monroeville is no longer under a boil water advisory. Town officials say a water main break in town on Friday caused periods of low water pressure.

Farmers in the region may see storage problems, amid forecasts of higher-than-average yields and lingering tariffs from President, Trump’s trade disputes with China. Ag experts say record yields for corn and soybeans are expected this year. Some crops from last year remain unsold and are occupying storage space because of …

A state board and foundation are seeking nominations for the 2019 class of “Great Ohioans.” The Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board and Capitol Square Foundation say the award recognizes special Ohioans who have played a significant role in an event, or series of events, of lasting significance in world, …

The Montpelier Council votes four to two to remove Kevin Brooks, the village manager, effective immediately. Details are light, this is what we know. Apparently, the issue was brought forward during an emergency Council meeting last Tuesday. Then, on Sunday, during another meeting, the motion to remove Brooks as manager …

Investigators in Williams County are investigating a break in at an area church. Officers were dispatched to the Zion Lutheran Church on Hickory St in Montpelier. Officials say the suspect got inside the historic church through the back, rummaged through some things, drank a bottle of kosher wine and stole …

Local ODOT officials are looking for seasonal employees for the upcoming winter season and will host three regional winter seasonal career fairs in October. Plowing snow is the primary job available. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent; a valid class A or B commercial driver’s license, without …