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The Supreme Court of Ohio has released results from the July 2025 Ohio bar examination. Some 967 aspiring attorneys took the exam, and 693 – or 72% – passed. July applicants represented 62 of Ohio’s 88 counties and an additional 22 states. Those who meet all requirements will be sworn …
Read More »Paulding School building getting new lighting.
The Paulding High School, junior high and elementary school buildings are in the process of getting new lighting. Superintendent Chris Etzler noted the upgrade during Tuesday night’s Paulding Exempted Village Schools Board of Education meeting. The new lighting is part of an Ohio energy grant that the district received last …
Read More »Williams County Public Library branches celebrating Halloween.
Branches of the Williams County Public Library will be celebrating Halloween on Oct. 31st. Edgerton Branch Library – Trick or treat at the library from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. All ages can stop in for a treat and are encouraged to wear a costume. The Edgerton branch is located at 319 …
Read More »Ohio House of Representatives passes two bills concerning property tax reform.
The Ohio House of Representatives passed two bills this week concerning property tax reform that are hailed by supporters as major steps forward. House bills 186 and 335 were approved Wednesday by the Republican-dominated House by counts of 73-25 and 71-11, respectively. Both now go to the Ohio Senate for …
Read More »As Halloween nears, potential fire hazards lurk.
From decorations and candles to flowing costumes, Halloween fun can quickly turn frightening if fire safety is overlooked. According to the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®), between 2019 and 2023, an annual average of 832 home structure fires began with decorations, resulting in three deaths, 28 injuries, and $17 million …
Read More »CCNO approves 2026 budgets.
Corrections Commission of Northwest Ohio Board of Directors Wednesday morning approved the 2026 budgets recommended to it by the financial oversight committee. The board agreed to take $1 million from unused funds and put it toward the general fund, reducing the per diem bed rate for member counties to $69.93. …
Read More »Williams County Board of Health discusses wide range of topics.
The Williams County Board of Health discussed a wide range of topics, spanning federal and state legislation, intoxicating hemp regulation, community vaccination efforts and new public health initiatives at its Tuesday meeting. Health Commissioner Oscar Hernandez opened the meeting by briefing the board on recent federal budget cuts affecting the …
Read More »Henry County Commissioners open bids on interior renovation project at the county courthouse.
Henry County commissioners opened two bids on an interior renovation project at the county courthouse during their Tuesday meeting. Both bids were under the project estimate of approximately $1.5 million. Commissioners passed a motion tabling the bids until next Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. to allow them to be reviewed by …
Read More »Bryan Council amends city ordinance concerning firearms discharged within city.
Bryan City Council Monday night passed an ordinance amending the city ordinance concerning firearms being discharged within the city. The amendment adds that no person shall discharge any rifle, shotgun, revolver, pistol, firearm or black powder weapons within the city limits. The ordinance exempts a properly licensed indoor or outdoor …
Read More »Williams County Auditor’s Office rolling out TextMyGov.
The Williams County Auditor’s Office is rolling out TextMyGov, a text messaging system designed for residents to receive updates and find information quickly. The service allows residents to get notifications about property taxes, public notices, meetings or access other auditor services by texting keywords to 419-904-5958.Residents can opt in by …
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