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Ohio Attorney General urges lawmakers to clarify firearm laws

Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson is asking state lawmakers to clarify Ohio’s firearm laws following a recent announcement by the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. In a letter sent to Senate President Rob McColley and House Speaker... Read More.

Downtown Bellefontaine Partnership supports businesses and community events

The Downtown Bellefontaine Partnership is working to keep downtown Bellefontaine busy, welcoming, and full of life. The nonprofit organization supports local businesses, brings people together, and helps make downtown a place where residents and visitors want to spend time. Through its... Read More.
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State Route 274 closure continues

Motorists in Logan County should continue to plan for a detour along State Route 274 as construction of a new roundabout continues. According to the Ohio Department of Transportation, State Route 274 is closed between US 33 and State Route... Read More.

ODOT announces ongoing road work in Champaign County

Motorists traveling through Champaign County should expect lane restrictions on several state highways as road resurfacing projects continue. According to the Ohio Department of Transportation, State Route 29, between State Route 235 and State Route 560, will have intermittent single-lane... Read More.
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Logan County Jail accepts inmates from Clark County

Several inmates from the Clark County Jail were temporarily transferred to the Logan County Jail Friday evening after a structural inspection revealed a significant crack in an exterior support column. According to a media release from Clark County Sheriff Christopher... Read More.

Bellefontaine to host Veterans Parade on November 7

Bellefontaine will host a Veterans Parade on Saturday, November 7, allowing the community to honor local veterans and thank them for their service. It has been more than 40 years since Bellefontaine last held a parade dedicated to veterans. The patriotic... Read More.
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Bellefontaine leaf pickup moves to two city sections

The City of Bellefontaine will begin its regularly scheduled 2026 leaf pickup program Monday, October 26. Service-Safety Director Wes Dodds says crews will collect leaves on October 26, 27, and 28 in the area north of Columbus Avenue and east... Read More.

Local Sports

West Liberty-Salem MS girls win State, boys place top 5 in cross country championships

West Liberty-Salem Middle School cross country had an outstanding showing at the OHSAA State Meet this weekend, with the girls team capturing the state championship and finishing the season undefeated. The boys also finished in the top five, placing... Read More.

BMS cross country teams earn podium finishes at Dublin Jerome State Meet

The Bellefontaine Middle School cross country teams wrapped up their seasons Saturday at the Dublin Jerome State Meet, with the girls finishing second and the boys placing fifth in Division II. The Chiefs also had several individual standout performances,... Read More.
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Big Orange, Indians lead local teams at 2026 cross country districts

Area high school cross country teams competed in the OHSAA district tournaments Saturday, October 24, with races held at Cedarville University and Hilliard Darby High School. Several local teams secured regional berths, including the Bellefontaine boys and girls, West Liberty-Salem... Read More.

BL wins thriller over WL-S to advance to district semifinals; Saturday boys’ soccer results

Local high school boys soccer teams continued postseason play in district quarterfinal action, with Benjamin Logan advancing in Division IV after a double-overtime victory over West Liberty-Salem. Calvary Christian also moved on in Division V, while Urbana and Bellefontaine... Read More.
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Lakers cruise by Vikings to claim volleyball sectional title; Saturday tournament finals

Local high school volleyball teams continued their postseason runs, with Indian Lake advancing to the Division V district semifinals with a straight-set victory over Miami East. Graham’s season came to an end with a three-set loss to Greeneview. Indian Lake... Read More.
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