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Eligible homeowners have until October 31 to seek tax credit

Logan County homeowners have until October 31 to contact the Logan County Auditor’s Office about an additional one-time property tax credit. Auditor Jack Reser is encouraging eligible residents to take advantage of the credit, which is expected to average about... Read More.

Freeze watch issued for Saturday night into Sunday

A Freeze Watch has been issued for Logan and Champaign Counties and surrounding areas, with the possibility of the first frost of the season Saturday night into Sunday morning. Clear skies, light winds, and a cool air mass are expected... Read More.
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Bellefontaine begins leaf pickup on an on-call basis next week

The City of Bellefontaine will begin its 2026 leaf pickup season next week, with the Street Department operating on an on-call basis during the week of October 19. Residents can request pickup by emailing [email protected] or calling 937-592-1736. Regularly scheduled... Read More.

Chain-reaction crash leads to OVI charges

A 37-year-old Broadway man was cited for operating a vehicle under the influence of drugs after a chain-reaction crash Wednesday night in Bellefontaine. According to the crash report, the collision happened around 8:30 p.m. in the 600 block of Heritage... Read More.
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One person transported to hospital after Urbana crash

One person was transported to the hospital following a crash on Boyce Street in Urbana early Friday morning. According to the Urbana Fire Division, Urbana Battalion 1 and Engine 1 were dispatched at 6:03 a.m. to a motor vehicle crash... Read More.

Smith, Leichty honored as West Liberty-Salem seniors of the month

Mariska Smith and Conner Leichty are West Liberty-Salem High School’s October Seniors of the Month. Mariska Smith is the daughter of Josiah and Johanna Smith. School Activities and Awards: Cross Country, Track, Indoor Track, NHS, multiple-time Academic All-Ohioan. If I were principal... Read More.
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USDA announces $1.8 billion in 2026 Conservation Program Payments

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced Thursday it is issuing approximately $1.8 billion in Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) payments to agricultural producers and landowners for their participation in key conservation programs for 2026. These payments include Grassland CRP... Read More.

Local Sports

Eight local sports figures named to Ohio Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026

Eight athletes, coaches and sports figures with ties to Logan County are being recognized for their contributions to athletics as part of the 2026 Ohio Sports Hall of Fame class. The inductees include individuals who were born in Logan County,... Read More.

Benjamin Logan Middle School football teams close seasons

Benjamin Logan Middle School’s seventh-grade football team ended its season on a high note, defeating Northwestern 22-6 to earn its first victory and finish with a 1-6 record. Trenton Pasler led the way with 124 yards and a touchdown, along... Read More.
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Bellefontaine dominates Indian Lake 8-0 in boys’ soccer to lead local Thursday results

Bellefontaine 8, Indian Lake 0 (boys) The Bellefontaine boys soccer team dominated Indian Lake 8-0 Thursday, October 15, earning a big victory on senior night. Ethan Turner scored four goals in the first half, helping the Chieftains build a commanding lead.... Read More.

WL-S closes season with four-set victory over WJ, Riverside falls to Miami East on the volleyball court

West Liberty-Salem 3, West Jefferson 1 — Varsity The West Liberty-Salem Lady Tigers closed out the regular season Thursday with a program victory over West Jefferson, as the junior varsity B, junior varsity A, and varsity teams all earned wins. The... Read More.
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Benjamin Logan boys upend Shawnee to lead local Wednesday soccer results

Benjamin Logan 1, Shawnee 0 (boys) The Benjamin Logan boys soccer team defeated Shawnee 1-0 Wednesday night to clinch the outright CBC Mad River Division championship. Freshman Santiago Solano scored the game-winning goal 14 minutes into the contest on an assist... Read More.
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