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Driver cited after Thursday morning crash

A crash at South Main Street and Lake Avenue Thursday morning shortly before 10 AM left two cars damaged but no one hurt, according to the Bellefontaine Police Department. Natasha Fissel, 47, of West Liberty, was driving a 2013 Nissan... Read More.

Two teens hit utility poles in separate crashes

Troopers from the Ohio State Highway Patrol's Springfield Post responded to two separate single-vehicle crashes involving teenage drivers on Wednesday, February 25, in Champaign County. The first crash occurred on Wednesday morning at approximately 7:07 a.m. on McCarty Road just... Read More.
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City of Urbana responds to transparency allegations about data center

The City of Urbana has released a public notice document outlining the timeline of council actions, ordinances, and meetings connected with the proposed data center project and related zoning changes. This release comes in response to concerns from some... Read More.

Small found guilty of child endangerment

A Logan County jury found Abby Small, 35, of West Mansfield, guilty Thursday on multiple charges, including third-degree felony endangering children, first-degree misdemeanor endangering children, and second-degree misdemeanor obstructing official business. The case stems from a November 19, 2024, incident... Read More.
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BHS set to present Mamma Mia!

Bellefontaine High School will present its annual spring musical this weekend. BHS will present Mamma Mia! on Friday and Saturday nights at 7:00 in the high school auditorium. Mamma Mia! is a feel-good jukebox musical set on a sunny Greek island,... Read More.

National FFA Week highlights local chapters: Benjamin Logan

National FFA Week is being recognized locally with a spotlight on FFA chapters across Logan and Champaign counties, celebrating student leadership, agricultural education, and community service. The recognition is part of National FFA Week, observed nationwide by the National FFA... Read More.
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Growing great kids: the lasting impact of Mechanicsburg FFA

For 89 years, the Mechanicsburg FFA chapter has been shaping students into leaders — not just in agriculture, but in life. Founded in 1937, the chapter now includes 80 members and has built a reputation as one of the most... Read More.

Local Sports

WL-S baseball standout Sertell commits to MVNU

West Liberty-Salem High School senior Isaac Sertell has signed his letter of commitment to continue his academic and athletic career at Mount Vernon Nazarene University, where he will play baseball for the Cougars. Family members, Tiger coaches, travel ball coaches,... Read More.

Lady Chiefs bowling advances to State tourney, Hood reaches 50k pins

Bellefontaine’s girls bowling team turned in an impressive performance at the OHSAA District Tournament, finishing second overall and earning a berth in the State Tournament. The Chieftains rose to the occasion against a strong field, combining consistent team scoring... Read More.
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Lady Bees defense suffocates Hillclimbers; Lady Indians fall close to Northridge

OHSAA Girls Basketball District Semifinals Wednesday, February 25, 2026 Bethel 32, Urbana 28 @ Troy HS With a trip to the District Final hanging in the balance, the Bethel Bees leaned on relentless defense and timely execution to hold off a furious fourth-quarter... Read More.

Tigers’ Wallace signs with Marietta

West Liberty-Salem High School senior Corbin Wallace has officially signed his letter of intent to continue his academic and athletic career at Marietta College, where he will compete as a safety for the Pioneers football program. Wallace celebrated the... Read More.
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Tiger soccer standout Longaberger signs with Findlay

West Liberty-Salem senior soccer standout Wyatt Longaberger has officially signed his letter of commitment to continue both his academic and athletic career at the University of Findlay, where he will compete for the Oilers men’s soccer program at the... Read More.
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