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West Liberty-Salem prepares for Homecoming weekend

West Liberty-Salem Local Schools is celebrating Homecoming 2026 this week with activities for students, families, alumni and the community. This year's Homecoming includes the annual parade and community pep rally Thursday, the Homecoming ceremony and football game Friday, and the... Read More.

Two-vehicle crash on South Main Street

The Bellefontaine Police Department handled a two-vehicle crash on South Main Street just before noon. According to the report, 74-year-old Alana Roberts of Bellefontaine was driving a 2013 Acura RDX northbound in the 1400 block of South Main Street. Police say... Read More.
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Myers cited after hit-and-run crash

A report released Wednesday morning by the Bellefontaine Police Department details a hit-and-run crash that led to citations for Anthony Myers, 53, of Bellefontaine. According to the report, officers were dispatched to Love’s Travel Stop on Sunday around 8:50 p.m.... Read More.

Driver swerves to avoid oncoming vehicle, crashes on County Road 10

According to reports from the Logan County Sheriff’s Office, a Bellefontaine man was involved in a crash Tuesday night on County Road 10. Around 10:20 p.m., 21-year-old Kordell Kahler was driving a 2021 Hyundai Elantra eastbound in the 3100 block... Read More.
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Two charged after alleged reckless test drive damages SVG Motors’ vehicle

A 20-year-old man and 19-year-old woman are facing multiple charges after a vehicle from SVG Motors was allegedly damaged during a test drive in Urbana. Urbana Police were called to SVG Motors on Scioto Street around 3 p.m. on September... Read More.

Ohio school report cards show gains in literacy, math and attendance

Ohio students are showing gains in literacy, math, attendance and preparation for life after high school, according to the newly released 2026 Ohio School Report Cards. Governor Mike DeWine, Lieutenant Governor Jim Tressel and Ohio Department of Education and Workforce... Read More.
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Keeping kids in the classroom; Riverside Board of Ed hears about on-site Health Center

Community Health and Wellness Director of School-Based Health Center Services Jara Everhart told the Riverside Board of Education that the Riverside District's Health Center saw an increase in the number of medical visits to its clinic, which led to... Read More.

Local Sports

Benjamin Logan, Urbana girls’ soccer face lightning delay, play to scoreless draw

The Benjamin Logan Raiders and Urbana Hillclimbers played to a 0-0 draw Tuesday night in a match that was interrupted by a 90-minute lightning delay in the first half. Benjamin Logan came out strong, creating multiple opportunities to score early... Read More.

Triad’s Millice punches ticket to Districts; Calvary Christian, Riverside also compete in boys’ Sectional Tournament

The Southwest Division III boys golf sectional tournament was held Tuesday at Shelby Oaks Golf Course in Sidney. Calvary Christian finished 13th as a team, Riverside placed 14th, while Triad finished 16th. Triad’s Cohen Millice advanced individually to the district... Read More.
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Benjamin Logan, Bellefontaine post top-three divisional finishes at CBC Golf Tournament

The Central Buckeye Conference held its girls’ golf championship Tuesday at Locust Hills Golf Course in Springfield, with area teams competing for conference honors and postseason recognition. CBC Conference Tournament Benjamin Logan — 3rd, Mad River Division (389) The Benjamin Logan Lady... Read More.

Chieftains lead local teams at CBC Boys’ Golf Championships

The Central Buckeye Conference held its boys’ golf championship at Locust Hills Golf Course in Springfield, with Jonathan Alder winning the team title. Bellefontaine finished sixth, Indian Lake placed eighth, Urbana finished 10th, Graham finished 11th and Benjamin Logan... Read More.
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WLS boys’ soccer defeats Emmanuel Christian 3-1

The West Liberty-Salem boys varsity soccer team picked up another win Tuesday evening, defeating Emmanuel Christian 3-1 to improve to 4-2-2 on the season. The Tigers received goals from three different players in the victory. Conner Leichty, Miles Christison, and... Read More.
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