WL-S, Triad seniors gear up for Sunday’s commencements
Graduation season continues across Champaign County as seniors at both West Liberty-Salem High School and Triad High School prepare to celebrate the Class of... Read More.
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Leadership Champaign County recognizes 2026 class at graduation ceremony
Leadership Champaign County (LCC) celebrated the graduation of its Class of 2026 on Thursday, May 21, at the Champaign County Community Building Auditorium.
The event... Read More.
AAA: Memorial Day travel expected to remain busy despite higher gas prices
Millions of Americans, including Ohio drivers, are preparing to travel for the Memorial Day holiday weekend despite significantly higher gas prices.
According to AAA, the... Read More.
Mercy Health celebrates graduates of workforce development programs
Mercy Health is celebrating a major milestone in workforce development this spring, recognizing students who completed internship and career-readiness programs at both Mercy Health... Read More.
Talebi applauds dismissal of Hillclimber Solar permit application
Champaign County Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Talebi issued the following press release:
On May 19, 2026, Hillclimber Solar, LLC, withdrew its pending application for a solar... Read More.
K-9 alert leads to drug arrest
A Columbus man was arrested Wednesday afternoon after a traffic stop in Bellefontaine led to the discovery of suspected cocaine inside a vehicle.
According to... Read More.
Russells Point Police explain use of village vehicle at crash scene
The Russells Point Police Department said officers responded Wednesday to a non-injury crash at U.S. Route 33 and Lincoln Boulevard.
According to officials, officers used... Read More.
Rhodes State College announces Spring 2026 graduates
Rhodes State College proudly recognizes the students who graduated during the Spring 2026 semester.
These graduates have demonstrated dedication, perseverance, and academic achievement while preparing... Read More.
Senate approves Manchester bill protecting privacy of crime victims
The Ohio Senate overwhelmingly passed Senate Bill 225, sponsored by State Senator Susan Manchester (R-Waynesfield), expanding eligibility of the Safe at Home program to certain... Read More.
National Safe Boating Week highlights simple steps that save lives on the water
As Ohioans prepare for another season on the water, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Parks and Watercraft is joining agencies... Read More.
Bellefontaine earns Tree City USA honor for 46th time
The City of Bellefontaine has once again been recognized for its commitment to urban forestry, earning the title of Tree City USA for the... Read More.
Tressel leads convocation celebrations for Ohio Hi-Point graduates
Ohio Lieutenant Governor Jim Tressel delivered the keynote address during Wednesday night’s 2026 Ohio Hi-Point Convocation Ceremony, encouraging graduates to focus on attitude, work... Read More.
