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Ransbottom, Bell named Riverside Seniors of the Month

Riverside High School has announced its January Seniors of the Month, Zoey Ransbottom and Carston Bell.   Zoey Ransbottom is the daughter of Colby and Dana Ransbottom. School activities & awards: I have been actively engaged in numerous leadership roles and extracurricular... Read More.

Vollrath joins Citizens Federal Board of Directors

Friday, Citizens Federal Savings and Loan announced that Ben Vollrath has joined its Board of Directors. Vollrath holds degrees in business economics and communications, as well as an MBA from Capital University. He brings experience in banking and economic development, and... Read More.
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Local students advance to Logan County Spelling Bee

The Midwest Regional Educational Service Center has announced the top spellers from schools across Logan County who will advance to the countywide spelling bee. Each participating building has selected its top two spellers to compete in the Logan County Spelling... Read More.

Riverside High School announces 2026 Snowball Court

Riverside High School and Riverside Local Schools have announced the 2026 Snowball Court and upcoming Snowball festivities. Mariah Williams has been named Snowball Queen, and Blaine Shoe has been selected as Snowball King. The Queen and King have chosen Everly Sine... Read More.
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Two injured after Tesla in automation mode crashes, catches fire on State Route 161

Two Urbana residents were injured in a single-vehicle crash Thursday on State Route 161 near the intersection with State Route 559, according to the Champaign County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies say a 2022 white Tesla was traveling eastbound on State Route... Read More.

Local Sports

Middle School Basketball: Bellefontaine, West Liberty-Salem, Indian Lake results

Several area middle school basketball teams were in action Thursday night, with close contests, road tests, and strong performances highlighting the evening. Bellefontaine 8th Grade Girls The Bellefontaine 8th-grade Lady Chiefs fell on the road to Urbana, 23–7, dropping their record... Read More.

Bellefontaine puts away Indian Lake at TP Lanes

Bellefontaine and Indian Lake squared off Wednesday night on the lanes in a head-to-head high school bowling matchup, with both the varsity girls and boys teams competing in a full slate of regular and Baker games. Strong individual series... Read More.
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Lady Chiefs sneak by Raiders; Wednesday area girls’ basketball action

Girls basketball teams across the area were busy Wednesday night, with several competitive matchups and standout performances highlighting the schedule. Bellefontaine 37, Benjamin Logan 33 The Bellefontaine Lady Chieftains picked up a hard-fought home win Wednesday night, defeating visiting Benjamin Logan... Read More.

Lady Hillclimbers compete at Ohio University Swim Meet

The Urbana Lady Hillclimbers Swimming team competed this past weekend at a meet hosted by Ohio University, with several athletes turning in strong performances across multiple events. Individual Results: Aubrie Cayten *50 Breaststroke – 59.00 Maci Leamman 100 Backstroke –... Read More.
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Benjamin Logan bowling sweeps Urbana, Mechanicsburg earns wins over Grennon

Several area teams were in action Tuesday night on the lanes, with Urbana, Benjamin Logan, and Mechanicsburg all competing in a full slate of high school bowling. The night featured strong varsity performances, high individual series, and decisive Baker... Read More.
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