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Construction of addition at FCCC back on schedule.

Construction of an addition to Four County Career Center was slowed due to weather conditions, but officials say it is reportedly back on schedule to be completed prior to the 2026-27 school year. The district is constructing a nearly $16 million addition to the career center and broke ground in …

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ICE Deputy Director announces that she’s leaving the agency, and launched a campaign for Ohio’s 9th District congressional seat.

ICE Deputy Director Madison Sheahan announced on social media Thursday that she would be leaving the agency, and launched a campaign for Ohio’s 9th District congressional seat. In the X post, Sheahan addressed “All ICE Employees” and described her experience as Deputy Director as “the honor of (her) life.” Though …

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Ohio AG rejects language for referendum that concerns recreational marijuana law.

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has rejected summary language for a proposed referendum that would overturn a law that will change Ohio’s voter-passed recreational marijuana law and ban intoxicating hemp products. Ohioans for Cannabis Choice filed a petition for a referendum to repeal Ohio Senate Bill 56, which is set …

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Williams Co. Commissioners hold public hearing on CDBG program projects.

The Williams County commissioners held the first public hearing to discuss potential projects to be funded through the state’s Community Development Block Grant program. Representatives of Edon, Pioneer, West Unity and Williams County Economic Development Corp. attended the meeting to learn about deadlines and qualifications for the upcoming round of …

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Fire in Defiance early Tuesday morning claims lives of two people.

Defiance Fire and Rescue reported a structure fire in the city early Tuesday morning claimed the lives of two people. A press release issued by Defiance Fire Chief Shawn Wittkop states the department was dispatched to 241 Ruth Ann Drive after a call had been made by a resident at …

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Emerald Township residents who have questions about Paulding County township’s zoning regulations may attend public meeting.

Emerald Township residents who have questions or concerns about the Paulding County township’s zoning regulations may attend a public meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Jan. 22nd at the township building at roads 133 and 218, just north of State Route 111. The purpose of the meeting is to ask residents …

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FCCC expansion project continues to progress and remains on schedule.

Construction on the Four County Career Center expansion project continues to progress and remains on schedule for completion ahead of the 2026-27 school year, according to a release. Most of the visible progress occurred during the fall, when crews completed the majority of sitework associated with the addition. That work …

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Expansion project on the Bryan City Schools campus on schedule.

The expansion project on the Bryan City Schools campus is on schedule to be completed by June, and curriculum is already being discussed. BCS Superintendent Mark Rairigh provided the board of education with some photos Monday of interior work that is underway for the expansion that will include a career …

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Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission approves capital budget for 2026.

The Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission has approved a $246.8 million capital budget for 2026, reinforcing its commitment to maintaining and modernizing one of the nation’s most vital transportation corridors. According to a news release “This capital plan reflects our responsibility to the millions of travelers and commercial drivers who …

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One Vehicle Injury Crash on Interstate 75 Monday.

The Lima Ohio State Patrol Post is investigating a one vehicle crash that occurred on Interstate 75 northbound near the Napoleon Road exit on January 12, 2026 at 10:07 PM. A 2020 Chevrolet Malibu, driven by Jennifer Null, age 37, of Elida, was traveling north on Interstate 75. Null’s vehicle …

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