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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 …
Read More »Two-Vehicle Serious Injury Accident Early Wednesday Morning in Williams County.
The Defiance Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle serious injury crash in Center Twp., Williams County. The crash occurred on U.S. Route 6 near State Route 2 at 12:41 a.m. this (Wed.) morning. The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2008 Pontiac G6, driven by 33 …
Read More »Antwerp VFW designated part of the National Purple Heart Trail.
The Antwerp VFW Post #5087 has recently been designated as part of the Military Order of the Purple Heart’s National Purple Heart Trail. This recognition makes the Antwerp VFW Post the second VFW post in Ohio to be included in the network. The Purple Heart Trail is a designated network …
Read More »Paulding voters to decide 0.75% income tax for permanent improvements this fall.
Paulding Exempted Village Schools are seeking community support this fall for a continuing 0.75% income tax for permanent improvements. As a permanent improvement income tax, funds raised would only be able to be used to maintain and improve school buildings, equipment and facilities as well as update curriculum and technology. …
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