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Former deputy with the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office faces felony charge related to official misconduct.

A former deputy with the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office is facing a felony charge related to official misconduct. Officials say 32-year-old, Austin Rowlands, who served as a detective sergeant with the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office before voluntarily resigning, is the accused. ISP started an investigation Sept. 28 after the department …

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Ohio woman has been disqualified from an Ohio House race.

Despite receiving enough signatures to appear on the ballot, a transgender woman has been disqualified from an Ohio House race because she omitted her previous name, raising concerns that other transgender candidates, nationwide, may face similar barriers. Vanessa Joy of was one of four transgender candidates running for state office …

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Arraignment hearing for a Bryan church charged with zoning violations is postponed.

An arraignment hearing scheduled for a Bryan church that’s charged with zoning violations, is postponed until next week. Chris Avell, who runs Dad’s Place at 226 S. Main St., has been charged with 18 counts of zoning violations for allowing people to stay there overnight when the facility is not …

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Steuben County Prosecutor’s office announces the hiring of a new deputy prosecuting attorney.

The Steuben County Prosecutor’s office announces the hiring of a new deputy prosecuting attorney. Officials confirm that Cedric Hollabaugh has been chosen for the posting. Hollabaugh was born in Angola and raised in Butler. He graduated valedictorian from Eastside High School in 2007. He then went to Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis …

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New accountants to handle some aspects for the Williams County Port Authority.

Total Accounting Xperts LLC in Bryan will be handling some of the financial aspects for the Williams County Port Authority. Dave Newcomer and Dawn Fitzcharles, authority chair and vice chair, respectively, met with Cheryl Karnes of the business to discuss what she could offer them. To further help that streamlining, …

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Steuben County Sheriff’s deputy faces felony charges.

A deputy with the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office is faces felony charges in connection to official misconduct. Court records show Austin Rowlands, a detective sergeant with the force, faces three misdemeanor charges related to criminal mischief, as well in the case. Indiana State Police confirms with the media that it …

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ANDRES O’NEIL & LOWE INSURANCE AGENCY ACQUIRES KING-KREG INSURANCE AGENCY

Andres O’Neil & Lowe Insurance agency, an insurance broker with locations in Archbold, Bryan, and Wauseon, has added its fourth office. The company has acquired King-Kreg Insurance Agency of Hicksville, Ohio. “After 50 years at King-Kreg Insurance Agency, the decision to retire and sell did not come without careful consideration. The …

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Continental discusses proposed land annexation and an ordinance for in-town solar.

The Continental Village Council discusses a proposed land annexation and an ordinance for in-town solar, among other topics during its meeting. The land in question is owned by Homier Farms, and is roughly 80% of what is now the EDPR solar farm. Around two years ago when the solar farm …

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Four routes selected as priorities for Amtrak expansion.

The Federal Railroad Administration has selected four routes, serving Ohio and other states as priorities for Amtrak expansion, Sen. Sherrod Brown of Ohio tells reporters. The routes are Cleveland-Columbus-Dayton-Cincinnati and the Cardinal Service serving New York City, Washington and Chicago, which would go daily from its current schedule. Ohio, Amtrak …

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Ridgeville and Archbold Fire and Rescue respond to a two-vehicle accident on State Route 34.

Ridgeville and Archbold Fire and Rescue respond to a two-vehicle accident on State Route 34 and Henry County Road 24. Officials say Kyle Schrader, 38, of Tekonsha, Michigan, was southbound on County Road 24 and stopped at the stop sign at Ohio 34 before proceeding into the intersection. Officials say …

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