Black Bear sightings increase in Central Ohio; Officials urge caution
The Ohio Division of Wildlife has confirmed multiple black bear sightings across Central Ohio this month, a reminder that while rare, these animals do... Read More.
Local News
Two arrested; Meth seized in Lakeview drug bust
Around 1 a.m. on Saturday, the Logan County Unified Drug Task Force carried out a narcotics search warrant at a home on Williams Drive... Read More.
Lingrell promoted to Sergeant
Late last week, Urbana Police Officer Seth Lingrell, 29, was officially sworn in as Sergeant during a ceremony held at the Urbana Municipal Building.
The... Read More.
Lane closures and repairs continue across Logan County
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) has released its weekly construction update for Logan County, with several state highways undergoing repairs and resurfacing work.
Motorists... Read More.
Champaign County construction update
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) has released its latest construction schedule for Champaign County, with several projects continuing to impact local traffic and... Read More.
Logan County history: Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks
By: Beth Marshall & Mary E. Mortimer
This Fraternal Order was founded "To promote and practice the four cardinal virtues of Charity, Justice, Brotherly Love... Read More.
Chief Chris Marlow; Behind the badge
By definition, a law enforcement officer is a government-authorized individual responsible for upholding and enforcing laws, maintaining public safety, protecting people and property, and... Read More.
Champaign County Chamber hosts ribbon cutting for new pavilion at North Lewisburg Ball Park
The Champaign County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, June 25th, to officially open the new pavilion at the North Lewisburg... Read More.
Celebrate smart: Bellefontaine Police crack down on fireworks, urge safe July 4th fun
As Independence Day approaches and celebrations stretch into the next few weekends, Bellefontaine Police Chief Chris Marlow is reminding residents to celebrate responsibly—especially when... Read More.
Local businesses step up to help Indian Lake EMS
It's always sweet to see community members helping out other community members.
Recently, two businesses stepped up in a big way to help out the... Read More.
Joint effort leads to several drug-related arrests
During the evening hours of Friday, June 27, following several months of investigation, Officers and Detectives of the Bellefontaine Police Department, in cooperation with... Read More.
UPDATE: Missing Champaign County teen found safe
**** Update: Thanks to the attentiveness and quick action of two concerned citizens, the Champaign County Sheriff's Office received credible information that missing person Alaina... Read More.
