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Bellefontaine Firefighters rescue kitten from vehicle engine

Bellefontaine firefighters came to the rescue of a stranded kitten Thursday morning after being called to Southtowne Meadows. According to the Bellefontaine Fire Department, crews were dispatched to help remove a kitten that had become trapped in the engine compartment... Read More.

Police respond to South Main Street crash

Bellefontaine Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on South Main Street Thursday morning. The crash happened around 8:30 a.m. Details are limited at this time, but officers were on scene investigating the incident. No additional information has been released. Check back for more... Read More.
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No injuries reported in West Brown Avenue crash

A Bellefontaine driver was cited after a two-vehicle crash on West Brown Avenue Wednesday afternoon. According to Bellefontaine Police, the crash happened just before 1:30 p.m. when Robert Shoffner, 47, of Bellefontaine,  was driving west on West Brown Avenue and... Read More.

Mary Rutan awards more than $100,000 in Scholarships to Future Healthcare Professionals

The Mary Rutan Foundation has awarded more than $100,000 in scholarships to local students pursuing careers in healthcare for the 2026-2027 academic year. Foundation officials announced that 91 students were selected to receive a combined $103,500 in scholarship assistance through... Read More.
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Update: authorities continue efforts to identify victim of fatal Bellefontaine house fire

Update: 6/17/26 3:13 PM Authorities are continuing to work to identify the man who died in Tuesday morning’s fatal house fire at 417 West Brown Avenue in Bellefontaine. The Logan County Coroner’s Office said an autopsy was performed Wednesday as part... Read More.

Champaign Family YMCA receives grant for summer programs

The Champaign Community Foundation has awarded a $1,000 grant to the Champaign Family YMCA to support its Summer Enrichment & Access Support program. The funding will help reduce financial and transportation barriers for children and families participating in YMCA summer... Read More.
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Summer safety tips: prevent heat illness, sun damage, and outdoor injuries

As temperatures rise and more people spend time outdoors, health experts are reminding families to take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses, sunburn and common summer injuries. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 119,000 emergency department... Read More.

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Four more Lakers set to compete at the next level after signing day

Four more Indian Lake High School seniors are set to continue their athletic and academic careers at the collegiate level after officially signing with their future schools. Rapp Taking Wrestling Talents to Wittenberg Indian Lake multi-sport standout Annie Rapp has signed... Read More.

East Liberty golfer Hardin records first hole-in-one at Brogan’s Ridge Golf Club

A memorable moment took place during Tuesday Night League play at Brogan's Ridge Golf Club near East Liberty as local golfer Eric Hardin recorded the first hole-in-one of his golfing career. Hardin aced the 14th hole, a 120-yard par-3, during... Read More.
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Laker athletes select next destination for collegiate careers

Four Indian Lake High School seniors are set to continue their athletic and academic careers at the collegiate level after officially signing with their future schools. Clary Headed to Muskingum for Soccer Indian Lake soccer standout Carson Clary has signed to... Read More.

BHS cheerleader Harper Penhorwood signs with Bowling Green

A dream years in the making has become reality for Bellefontaine High School cheerleader Harper Penhorwood. Surrounded by family, teammates, friends, and coaches, Penhorwood recently signed her letter of intent to continue her academic and athletic career at Bowling Green... Read More.
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Young broadcasters call Jr. ACME baseball action as Bellefontaine cruises to win

Students participating in the 2026 Summer Enrichment Academy (SEA) Sportscaster Camp got a firsthand taste of sports broadcasting Wednesday evening as they called a live Junior ACME baseball game from Blue Jacket Park between the Bellefontaine Chieftains and Indian... Read More.
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