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An Ohio Hi-Point Career Center graduate is bringing home a national championship.
Richiona Burnell, a 2026 graduate of Ohio Hi-Point’s Cosmetology program and a student from Bellefontaine High School, earned first place in the nation at the SkillsUSA National Leadership... Read More.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Farm Service Agency has announced major changes to payment eligibility and payment limitation rules that could allow more farmers and ranchers to receive larger federal farm program payments beginning with the 2026 crop year.
According... Read More.
Two drivers were arrested for OVI in separate Urbana traffic stops just hours apart this past weekend.
The first arrest began around 10 p.m. Saturday when police were called to Walmart on East U.S. Route 36. A caller reported that... Read More.
As home improvement projects pick up during the warmer months, Village of St. Paris Administrator Jay Lewis is reminding residents to take precautions when hiring contractors.
Lewis noted that while most contractors are honest professionals, home improvement and construction scams... Read More.
The Honda Accord is celebrating its 50th anniversary in America and remains the best-selling car in the United States over the past five decades, with cumulative sales expected to surpass 15 million vehicles later this month.
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A Mechanicsburg woman was transported to the hospital after a two-vehicle crash Saturday afternoon at the intersection of U.S. Route 33 and Lincoln Boulevard in Russells Point.
According to the Russells Point Police Department, officers were called just after 3:00... Read More.
The West Liberty-Salem High School has released the final honor roll list for the 2025/2025 school year.
Highest Honors Honor Roll (3.75-4.0 GPA)
9th Grade
Ava Martin, Everett Brooks, Landon Zanfirov, Julianna Loveless, Elia Matthews, Kamden Yang, Ella Jacobs, Phoenix Keeton, Mia... Read More.
Local Sports
West Liberty-Salem Schools has announced the appointment of Sean King as the next head varsity boys basketball coach, beginning with the 2026-27 season.
King enters his eighth season on the Tiger coaching staff after serving as a varsity assistant coach.... Read More.
The Indian Lake #1 Farm team, sponsored by Apex Exterior Services, turned in a strong all-around performance Thursday night, defeating Ridgemont Farm 5-3.
Indian Lake relied on a combination of timely hitting and outstanding pitching to secure the victory against... Read More.
Area athletes closed out the 2026 season with an impressive showing at the OHSAA State Track and Field Championships June 4-7 at Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium in Columbus, collecting numerous All-Ohio honors, podium finishes, school records, and personal-best performances.
The... Read More.
Around five hours of rain delays impacted Day 3, the final day of competition for local athletes, but the weather ultimately set the stage for an electric finish as the Division III championship finals were contested under the lights... Read More.
Area athletes delivered another impressive day of performances Friday at the OHSAA Jesse Owens Track and Field State Championships, collecting a state runner-up finish, multiple podium appearances, and several All-Ohio honors across Divisions III, IV, and V. Athletes from... Read More.
