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Moreno elected Chairman of National Republican Senatorial Committee

Ohio U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno has been elected chairman of the National Republican Senatorial Committee for the 2028 election cycle. Moreno was elected Tuesday by his fellow Senate Republicans to lead the NRSC, the campaign organization responsible for supporting Republican... Read More.

Dearwester, Butler named BHS Seniors of the Month

Bellefontaine High School recently named its Seniors of the Month. Name: Olivia Dearwester Parents: Mark and Adrienne Dearwester Address: Bellefontaine Future plans: Pursuing a career in music. School activities and awards: Golf – I’ve earned 3rd-year varsity and most improved this past season. Interact... Read More.
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Jim Jordan elected House Minority Leader

Champaign County resident and Ohio Congressman Jim Jordan has been elected to lead House Republicans as the party prepares to lose control of the U.S. House following last week's midterm elections. Jordan, who represents Ohio's 4th Congressional District, defeated Louisiana... Read More.

Champaign County Sheriff’s Office investigates two crashes Saturday

The Champaign County Sheriff's Office responded to two separate crashes on Saturday afternoon, November 7, in Urbana and along State Route 235. Three drivers sustained injuries in the incidents, with two transported to the hospital and one treated at... Read More.
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Ohio Department of Public Safety honors Burkhammer with Military Service Award

Ed Burkhammer is being recognized for his military service and continued dedication to serving others through his career in public safety. Burkhammer, who currently serves as Deputy Director of the Ohio Department of Public Safety, was one of five employees... Read More.

Honoring heroes: Local schools plan Veterans Day events

Wednesday is Veterans Day, a time to recognize and thank the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Veterans Day is also a federal holiday, meaning federal government offices will be closed. Many banks, government... Read More.
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Calvary Christian Robotics wins Falcon BEST Tournament, advances to regional championship

The Calvary Christian School Robotics Club won the Falcon BEST Robotics Hub Tournament on Saturday at Bowling Green State University, earning a trip to the Midwest Regional Championship in Park City, Kansas. The team received this year's competition challenge during... Read More.

Local Sports

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.

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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Versailles ends West Liberty-Salem’s postseason volleyball run

The West Liberty-Salem Lady Tigers saw their volleyball season come to an end Thursday night, falling to Versailles in the Division V regional semifinals. Versailles won in straight sets, 25-20, 25-22, and 25-13, to advance to the regional finals. West Liberty-Salem... Read More.

Riverside’s Hodge wins TRC Football Coach of the Year; Pirate athletes recognized for all-conference awards

Riverside athletes have earned recognition across multiple sports, collecting Three Rivers Conference honors following the 2026 fall athletic season. The Pirates were represented in football, volleyball, boys' golf, and girls' golf, with several athletes earning First Team, Second Team,... Read More.
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Triad volleyball ends historic season in Regional Semifinals

The Triad Cardinals saw their historic volleyball season come to an end Wednesday night, falling to Parkway in the Division VI regional semifinals. Parkway won in straight sets, 27-25, 25-23, and 25-10, to advance to the regional finals. Triad finishes the... Read More.
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