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Ohio, 16 other states join FTC in $63 million settlement over pricing at Family Dollar

Together with the Federal Trade Commission, Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson and 16 other state attorneys general have secured a $63 million settlement with Family Dollar to resolve allegations that the company has persisted in charging customers more at... Read More.

Former Champaign County election official sentenced to 15 years in federal prison

A former Champaign County election official will spend 15 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to distributing child sexual abuse material. Christopher Creamer, 40, of Urbana, was sentenced Thursday in U.S. District Court in Dayton to 180 months in... Read More.
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Thornville man facing multiple charges following gunfire at Bellefontaine hotel

A 19-year-old Thornville man is facing multiple charges after a bullet reportedly traveled through the ceiling of an occupied room at the Comfort Inn in Bellefontaine. According to the Bellefontaine Police Department, officers were dispatched to the Comfort Inn, located... Read More.

Henry and others indicted by Grand Jury

The Logan County Grand Jury met earlier this week and indicted the following: Brice Henry Attempted unlawful sexual conduct with a minor, a felony of the fourth degree Dustin Spain 5 counts: rape, a felony of the first degree Gross sexual... Read More.
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JSP Fire District receives $176,000 federal grant for new air packs

The JSP Fire District has received a $176,000 federal grant to purchase 18 new self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) air packs, replacing equipment that has been in service for 16 years. The district contributed $8,800 toward the grant, with the remaining... Read More.

Road rage leads to two-vehicle crash

A road rage incident between drivers led to a two-vehicle crash Thursday morning in Zanesfield. The crash happened shortly before 8 a.m. on Water Street. A 2013 Dodge Ram driven by 50-year-old Daniel Monteith of Springfield was traveling northeast on Water... Read More.
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Late-night traffic stop ends in OVI arrest

A 62-year-old Huntsville man is facing OVI charges after a traffic stop early Thursday morning on State Route 117 near County Road 96 outside of Huntsville. According to the report, deputies stopped a white 2005 Chevrolet pickup driven by Roger... Read More.

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Urbana’s Grady Lantz officially signs to play baseball at Ohio State

Urbana High School senior Grady Lantz has officially signed his commitment papers to continue his baseball career at The Ohio State University. Lantz originally announced his commitment to the Buckeyes on October 6, 2025, and has now made it official... Read More.

Bellefontaine XC coach Ben Davis nominated for statewide Coach of the Year honor

Longtime Bellefontaine boys cross-country coach Ben Davis has been nominated for a statewide Coach of the Year honor in Division II. Davis was recently nominated through Podium Watch in recognition of his years of dedication and contributions to the... Read More.
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Bellefontaine hosts CBC All-Star soccer games

Bellefontaine High School hosted the Central Buckeye Conference All-Star soccer games Sunday afternoon, featuring first- and second-team selections from the Kenton Trail and Mad River divisions in both boys' and girls' competitions. The Kenton Trail Division came away with wins... Read More.

West Liberty-Salem boys pace area teams at OHSAA State Championships

Area high school cross country runners competed in the 2026 OHSAA Cross Country State Championships Saturday, November 7, at Fortress Obetz. Four local teams qualified for the state meet, including the Bellefontaine boys, West Liberty-Salem boys and girls, and Mechanicsburg... Read More.
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Local teams deliver big performances in OHSAA football Regional Quarterfinals

It was another big Friday night for area teams in the OHSAA football playoffs, with several local programs advancing to the regional semifinals. Urbana, Graham, Mechanicsburg and Riverside all picked up playoff victories, including a major road upset by the... Read More.
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