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Richwood Bank plans new Urbana branch in 2027

Richwood Bank plans to open a new full-service banking branch in Urbana in late 2027, expanding its presence in central Ohio and bringing additional banking services to the community. The bank announced the plans in October, citing Urbana's strong civic... Read More.

Cruz arrested for theft after investigation

A 26-year-old Bellefontaine man was arrested Sunday night after police investigated a reported theft at Walmart. He is also a suspect in two separate thefts at Lowe’s involving nearly $700 worth of tools. Bellefontaine Police were called to Walmart on South... Read More.
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Rittal Urbana expansion expected to create 182 jobs

Rittal LLC is expected to create 182 new jobs in Urbana as part of a statewide economic development announcement by Ohio Governor Mike DeWine. DeWine, Lt. Governor Jim Tressel, and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik announced approval of... Read More.

Dublin man charged with OVI, open container at Urbana Walmart

A 47-year-old Dublin man was charged with OVI and having an open container of alcohol following an incident at Walmart in Urbana late Sunday night, October 25. According to an Urbana Police Division report, officers were dispatched to Walmart on... Read More.
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Prosecutor files foreclosure complaints over former Urbana University property

Champaign County Prosecutor Kevin Talebi’s office has filed two delinquent tax foreclosure complaints involving the property formerly known as Urbana University, seeking to collect more than $428,000 in unpaid taxes. According to a press release from Talebi, the complaints were... Read More.

Red light stop ends in rear-end collision

A two-vehicle crash was reported Friday afternoon near the intersection of South Main Street and Lake Avenue in Bellefontaine. The accident happened around 2:50 p.m. A 2022 Ford Ranger driven by 53-year-old Andrew Yelton of Bellefontaine was stopped in the northbound... Read More.
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Watson lodged for OVI and child endangerment

A 32-year-old Bellefontaine man is facing OVI and child endangerment charges after a traffic stop Sunday evening in Bellefontaine. Dylan Watson was stopped around 5:45 p.m. on Eastern Avenue near Summit Drive after an officer clocked his vehicle traveling 40... Read More.

Local Sports

Triad volleyball sweeps Tri-Village, advances to District Finals

The Triad Cardinals are one win away from a district championship after sweeping Tri-Village in three sets Monday night in the Division VI volleyball tournament. Triad won 25-16, 25-21 and 25-23 to improve to 20-4 on the season. The Cardinals... Read More.

Indian Lake, Benjamin Logan Middle School runners compete at State Cross Country Meet

Middle school cross-country runners from Indian Lake and Benjamin Logan wrapped up their seasons Sunday, October 25, at the 2026 OHSAA Seventh and Eighth Grade State Cross Country Championships at Fortress Obetz. The meet gave the young athletes an opportunity... Read More.
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West Liberty-Salem MS girls win State, boys place top 5 in cross country championships

West Liberty-Salem Middle School cross country had an outstanding showing at the OHSAA State Meet this weekend, with the girls team capturing the state championship and finishing the season undefeated. The boys also finished in the top five, placing... Read More.

Area high school football teams set for 2026 OHSAA playoff runs

Several area high school football teams are preparing for the opening round of the OHSAA football playoffs, with Urbana and Mechanicsburg set to host first-round games and Graham and Riverside earning first-round byes. The postseason features multiple local teams looking... Read More.
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BMS cross country teams earn podium finishes at Dublin Jerome State Meet

The Bellefontaine Middle School cross country teams wrapped up their seasons Saturday at the Dublin Jerome State Meet, with the girls finishing second and the boys placing fifth in Division II. The Chiefs also had several individual standout performances,... Read More.
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