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A Toledo man who pleaded guilty to felonious assault was sentenced to up to seven and a half years in prison Wednesday in Williams County Common Pleas Court. Roemallo D. Taylor had previously withdrawn his guilty plea to other charges and pleaded guilty to the felonious assault, a felony of …
Read More »NOAA estimates this year’s algal bloom will be less severe.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecast estimates this year’s algal bloom will be less severe than last year which includes Lake Erie. The NOAA National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science released a forecast citing a projected severity of three (out of 10), which is less severe than last year’s …
Read More »NSCC Foundation hosts annual Green Carpet Event.
Northwest State Community College Foundation recently hosted its annual Green Carpet Event, “Unlock Students’ Possibilities,” and raised more than $63,000, with all proceeds going to student scholarships. The evening included a presentation of the 2025 “Making a Difference” awards, which were created as a way to recognize individuals, businesses and …
Read More »Ohio Gov. signed state’s new two-year biennium into law late Monday night.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signed the state’s new two-year biennium into law late Monday night, but vetoed a number of items, including a provision concerning school district cash reserves. The Ohio House and Senate versions of the budget – by law the spending plan must be in place on July …
Read More »Two-vehicle injury crash on the Ohio Turnpike.
The Milan Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle injury crash involving two commercial tractor-trailers. The crash occurred today at 5:58 a.m. on the Ohio Turnpike at milepost 91 westbound in Sandusky Township, Sandusky County. The preliminary investigation showed a 2020 Volvo commercial tractor-trailer was parked …
Read More »Date change for Williams Co. Relay For Life.
The Williams County Relay for Life event, originally scheduled for June 6, has been rescheduled to Friday, Sept. 19. The event will take place from 5-11 p.m. around the Bryan Square. The date change was made due to a jury trial set for June 4-6, which prevents organizers from closing …
Read More »Man who shot 15 year old girl accepts plea deal.
A man who shot and killed a 15-year-old girl in March 2024 accepted a plea deal Wednesday. 19 year old Robert Shields III, entered an Alford plea and was found guilty of aggravated burglary and murder in the death of 15-year-old Jaylah Perry. Shields had been in an on-again, off-again …
Read More »Memorial Day right around the corner.
Memorial Day is right around the corner, and communities across Williams County are preparing to honor the nation’s fallen heroes. A variety of ceremonies and events are planned for Monday, offering residents opportunities to gather, remember and pay tribute. The annual parade in Bryan will begin with line-up at 9 …
Read More »Parkview Bryan Hospital named among Top 20 rural and community hospitals.
Parkview Bryan Hospital has been selected as one of the nation’s Top 20 rural and community hospitals by the National Rural Health Association (NRHA). The hospitals are identified using the Chartis Rural Hospital Performance INDEX, the most comprehensive and objective assessment of rural Prospective Payment System (PPS) hospital performance. The …
Read More »Bryan Council approves agreement with city firefighters.
Bryan City Council approved a collective bargaining agreement Monday night for city firefighters. The agreement is with the International Association of Firefighters Local 5243. The agreement calls for a $1 per hour increase for firefighters this year, along with a 4% wage adjustment. Firefighters will then receive a 3% increase …
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