Veteran Urbana Officer Jason Kizer elevated to Lieutenant
The Urbana Police Division has promoted longtime officer K. Jason Kizer to the rank of lieutenant.
The following information is from a press release issued... Read More.
Local News
Two-vehicle crash sends one to hospital
A Bellefontaine man was cited after a two-vehicle crash Wednesday morning that sent one person to the hospital.
According to the Bellefontaine Police Department, the... Read More.
Johnson arrested on drug, resisting arrest, probation violation charges
UPDATE 7/31/26 11:30 AM
A Bellefontaine man is facing multiple charges after a domestic disturbance Thursday evening led to a struggle with police and the... Read More.
19 BHS students earn National Advanced Placement honors
Several Bellefontaine High School students have earned national accolades.
BHS recently received news that 19 of their students have been recognized for their exceptional achievement... Read More.
Vintage threshing machine to make debut at West Liberty Labor Day Festival
As harvest season approaches, farmers across Ohio will soon begin one of agriculture's most important tasks—threshing.
Threshing is the process of separating the edible grain... Read More.
Urbana residents host community workshop to better understand local government
A group of Urbana residents is taking a grassroots approach to civic education, bringing neighbors together to learn more about how their local government... Read More.
Blue Jacket Dairy earns multiple honors at Ohio State Fair Cheese Contest
Blue Jacket Dairy of Bellefontaine brought home several awards during the 2026 Ohio State Fair Cheese Contest, showcasing the quality of locally made artisan... Read More.
In opening remarks at Human Trafficking Summit, AG Wilson urges heightened collaboration
Kicking off the seventh annual Human Trafficking Summit this morning, Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson encouraged law enforcement, prosecutors, advocates and service providers to... Read More.
Watson sisters shine; Champaign County youth bring home multiple top honors at the Ohio State Fair
The next generation of Champaign County livestock exhibitors made an impressive statement at the 2026 Ohio State Fair, as two young sisters from West... Read More.
Mary Rutan Health reacts to claims from Ohio Nurses Association
Mary Rutan Health has issued the following statement after the Ohio Nurses Association and Mary Rutan Nurses raised concerns about workplace safety at the... Read More.
Ohio Hi-Point prepares for record enrollment, continues free lunch program
Ohio Hi-Point Career Center is preparing for the start of the 2026-27 school year with a record number of students, a back-to-school orientation, and... Read More.
Passion, leadership, and service on display in 2026 Champaign County Fair Queen Contest
The 2026 Champaign County Fair will kick off Friday, August 7, continuing one of its most cherished traditions with the annual Fair Queen Contest,... Read More.
