Ohio Treasurer Robert Sprague has declared his candidacy for Ohio Secretary of State in the 2026 primary election. “Governments are judged by how it treats two things – your dollar and your vote,” he stated in a press release. “For the past six years, the people of Ohio have entrusted …
Read More »NSCC awarded $250,000 grant.
Northwest State Community College was recently awarded a $250,000 grant. The Industry Sector Partnership grant was awarded by Gov. Mike DeWine’s office, and it is awarded to local or industry collaborations that contribute toward bringing individuals into the workforce. 35 partnerships were awarded that focus on in-demand jobs, such as …
Read More »New hangar at Williams County Airport.
Bryan City Council Monday night approved a building permit for a new hangar at the Williams County Airport. The hangar is expected to be 8,100 square feet and is estimated to cost $250,000. The building will be used to house a single plane.
Read More »Fire early Monday morning in Paulding.
A fire early Monday morning in Paulding heavily damaged a vacant residence on the village’s northside. Paulding firefighters were called to 12035 Royer Ave. at 12:10 a.m. Monday, finding flames coming through the home’s roof. Fire damage was extensive to the attic area, and damage resulted throughout the home from …
Read More »NAMI Walks Greater Toledo to take place this spring.
A local initiative is preparing for an annual event to raise funds and awareness in support of an important cause. NAMI Walks Greater Toledo is set to take place at 10 a.m. on May 17 at Middlegrounds Metropark in downtown Toledo. The purpose of the walk is to spread awareness …
Read More »6 more weeks of winter???
A man in a top hat and a groundhog say to expect six more weeks of winter. Famous groundhog Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow which, traditionally means bad news for Spring lovers. This year it was a record-sized crowd at Gobbler’s Knob in Pennsylvania as the woodchuck was pulled from …
Read More »Dolly Parton Imagination Library 20th celebration this Friday!
The Dolly Parton Imagination Library 20th Anniversary Celebration is coming Friday, Feb. 7, starting at 6 p.m. at The Williams County Public Library Bryan main library, 107 E. High St., Bryan. The free event sponsored by the Williams County United Way and Williams County Public Library will highlight the 20-year partnership …
Read More »Ohio State Highway Patrol investigating fatal crash on the Ohio Turnpike early Thursday morning.
The Swanton Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash that occurred on January 30, 2025 at 12:45 a.m. on the Ohio Turnpike at milepost 62 in the City of Maumee, Lucas County. The preliminary investigation revealed a 2001 Ford F-550 operated by Charles J. Miller …
Read More »House fire in Paulding County Thursday morning.
A house fire in Paulding County Thursday morning severely damaged the residence and displaced two persons. Cecil-Crane Township firefighters were called to 11890 Paulding County Road 180 – just west of U.S. 127 and about two miles south of Cecil – at 6:24 a.m. Thursday. Fire Chief Bob Herber stated …
Read More »Maumee man sentenced to 30 years in prison for charges related to sexual abuse materials.
A former Maumee foster parent and former Springfield Township firefighter has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to charges related to child sexual abuse materials. Jeremy Dean Chesser, 42, was sentenced Thursday by U.S. District Judge James R. Knepp II to 30 years in prison …
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