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Graham student earns top honor in Clark State essay contest

Graham High School student Emilie Alcorn is being recognized for her academic excellence after earning first place in the Clark State College Research Essay Contest. Alcorn, who studies Animal Science at Graham High School, won with her essay titled “Schizophrenia... Read More.

Two vehicles collide at Ridgeway intersection; no injuries reported

Tuesday morning, just before 8:00 a.m., Logan County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a crash at the intersection of Township Road 138 and County Road 121. According to reports, a 2006 Nissan Altima driven by 30-year-old Samual Williams of Ridgeway was... Read More.
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New fire engine involved in crash during test drive

A brand new fire engine was involved in a crash during a test drive Tuesday afternoon in Logan County. According to the Logan County Sheriff’s Office, the accident happened just before 3:30 p.m. at the intersection of U.S. 68 and... Read More.

BCS Orchestra hosts All City Strings

The Bellefontaine High School Orchestra hosted the All City Strings concert in the BHS Auditorium last Thursday night. The 6th Grade Orchestra, 7th Grade Orchestra, 8th Grade Orchestra, and BHS Orchestra each performed. Special awards were presented to each orchestra. Here are... Read More.
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Union County drone helps deputies apprehend Bellefontaine man

Deputies from the Union County Sheriff’s Office used a drone to track and apprehend a wanted felon in Plain City on Tuesday morning. According to authorities, around 7:30 AM, deputies attempted to serve an arrest warrant at a business on... Read More.

Cedar Bog: a unique wetland at the heart of Champaign County

Located just south of Urbana near the edge of Champaign County, Cedar Bog Nature Preserve stands as one of Ohio’s most remarkable natural areas and a defining feature of the region. Despite its name, Cedar Bog is not actually a... Read More.
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Man arrested for sexual imposition at Walmart

A man was arrested Thursday evening after a reported sexual offense at the Walmart on South Main Street in Bellefontaine. Officers were called to the store just before 6:00 PM after an employee reported that a female customer had been... Read More.

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Dixon named OHSBCA’s Division IV Coach of the Year

The Ohio High School Basketball Coaches Association (OHSBCA) has announced its Boys Coaches of the Year for the 2025-2026 season, recognizing top coaches across each division for their success and leadership on the court. Among those honored is Urbana head... Read More.

Pirates early barrage helps down Tigers

Riverside Pirates 11, West Liberty-Salem Tigers 6 Riverside erupted for 10 runs in the first two innings and held off West Liberty-Salem 11-6 in the Tigers’ season opener. The Pirates improve to 2-1 on the young season. The Tigers struck first,... Read More.
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Buckeye basketball teams fall in first weekend of NCAA Tournaments

Both Ohio State programs entered March Madness with momentum and legitimate expectations, as the men’s team returned to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2022 and the women’s team looked to build on a strong regular season... Read More.

Local standouts earn All-Ohio Girls Basketball honors

Several area athletes have been recognized among the best in the state, as the Ohio Prep Sports Media Association announced its 2026 All-Ohio Girls Basketball teams for Divisions IV, V, VI and VII on Monday. The honors are based on... Read More.
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Stolly resigns as Bellefontaine basketball coach

The following is a press release issued by Coach Henry Stolly on Monday afternoon: Bellefontaine City Schools has announced the resignation of Head Boys Basketball Coach Stolly, effective immediately, concluding a distinguished coaching career spanning more than three decades. Coach Stolly... Read More.
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