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Dayton selected as site for Ohio’s second innovation hub.

In a statewide update, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, Lt. Gov. Jon Husted and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik have announced that Dayton has been selected as the site of Ohio’s second innovation hub. Supported with $35 million in state funding from the Ohio Innovation Hubs Program, the new …

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Final free concert of the Bryan Amphitheater season Saturday.

The final free concert of the Bryan Amphitheater season will be Saturday and features Mallrats!, which will feature performances of iconic 90s music. The concert begins at 8 p.m. and there will also be food trucks and adult beverages for sale.  

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Raising awareness about Ohio’s need for volunteer firefighters.

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine joined Ohio Department of Commerce Director Sherry Maxfield and State Fire Marshal Kevin Reardon have announced a statewide public service announcement (PSA) campaign to raise awareness about Ohio’s need for volunteer firefighters.“ Many Ohio communities rely on volunteer firefighters to keep them and their families safe …

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Fatal crash Wednesday in Williams County.

The Defiance Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash that occurred on August 7 at approximately 12:10 P.M, at the intersection of U.S. Route 6 and State Route 66 in Springfield Township, Williams County. A 2021 Ford Transit Van operated by Timothy C. Crowley …

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BMU Internet Service to be discontinued.

BMU Media release: On August 6, 2024 with the passage of Resolution 17, 2024 by the Bryan Board of Public Affairs, Bryan Municipal Utilities (BMU) internet service will no longer be available effective December 9, 2024 at 4:00 pm. Internet service will remain active until the above-mentioned date at which …

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Ohioans find missing money at Ohio State Fair.

The Ohio Department of Commerce’s Division of Unclaimed Funds is celebrating another year of helping Ohioans find missing money at the 2024 Ohio State Fair, which finished Sunday evening. At this year’s fair, the division helped nearly 1,000 claimants who visited the division’s booth find more than $155,400. The largest …

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Montpelier Eagles to host fishing tourney Saturday.

The Montpelier Eagles will host its third annual kid’s fishing tournament at Eagles Pond beginning at noon this Saturday. The event is free, and bait and a light lunch will be provided. Parents will also have a 50/50 second chance drawing and door prizes. The event is for kids ages …

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Red Cross experiencing emergency blood shortage.

The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood shortage, according to an organization press release. Since July 1, the Red Cross national blood supply has fallen by more than 25%, and blood donors of all types, especially those with type O blood, are urged to give as soon as …

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Henry County fair opens this week.

The 171st Henry County fair kicks off Thursday and runs through August 15th. Included in the eight-day event: cheerleading competition, tractor pulls, harness racing, music concerts, amusement rides, livestock showing /judging, food and a number of exhibits and other activities on the fairgrounds in Napoleon. Veterans will be recognized on …

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Fatal commercial vehicle crash on Ohio Turnpike Sunday.

The Swanton Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash involving two commercial vehicles. The crash occurred on August 4, 2024 at 7:35 p.m. on the Ohio Turnpike near State Route 108 in Dover Township, Fulton County. The preliminary investigation revealed a Freightliner semi operated by …

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