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In comparison to the same period last year, Toledo experienced an increase in burglaries, motor thefts, and shootings during the first half of 2026.  According to the most recent crime data, which were made public on Thursday, the city has seen a decrease in killings, robberies, and auto thefts. At a press conference held …

A three-year contract between the union that represents police dispatchers and Bryan City Council was ratified this week.  According to the deal, salaries will rise by 4% annually for this year and the following, and by 3% in 2028.  Additional incentives for individuals with an associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree, …

Due to software setup issues resulting from modifications to state legislation, the real estate tax deadline for the second half of 2025 has been further extended to Friday, August 7.  The deadline for filing the manufactured home tax in 2026 is still July 31.   For any queries or issues, taxpayers …

The courthouse elevator extension project in Defiance County is still far from finished, but a few recent events will make it possible.  One is the arrival of the elevator, which is the primary cause of the multimillion-dollar project, after a delay earlier this year. This week saw the continuation of …

Although the exact amount of the tax is still unknown, county officials still want to include it on the autumn ballot for senior citizen programs.  On Tuesday, the commissioners of Williams County talked about the levy and some feedback they had received.  While the commissioners have not stated they will …

Napoleon Municipal Court has held an initial hearing for an Alabama man who was detained in Indiana last week after being stabbed on the north side of this town.  After being arrested by Indiana State Police last Thursday for a stabbing at Napoleon’s Love’s convenience store and gas station earlier …

A three-year contract between the union that represents police dispatchers and Bryan City Council was ratified on Monday night.  According to the deal, salaries will rise by 4% annually for this year and the following, and by 3% in 2028.  Additional incentives for individuals with an associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree, …

In order to improve freight access to the Port of Toledo and increase safety, Toledo will receive roughly $20 million in federal assistance for a road repair project.  As part of a $1.73 billion national investment in transportation infrastructure under the BUILD grant program, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced the funding …

This year’s Edgerton Homecoming will include a unique America 250 celebration intended to encourage locals of all ages to consider the individuals, ideals, and occasions that shaped our country.  The Lewis E. Brown Community Center will host events on Saturday, July 18, where attendees can learn about the history, music, and …

On Saturday afternoon, a house on the northwest edge of Hicksville was completely destroyed by fire.  Firefighters from Hicksville were dispatched to 523 N. Main Street.  At 1:38 p.m. on Saturday, the Sherwood and Farmer Township fire departments provided automatic mutual aid assistance. The front of the house was on …