Ohio joining other states for Buckle Up Phone Down Day
In an effort to reduce serious and deadly crashes, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) will join several other state transportation departments to mark... Read More.
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Chieftains host 3rd annual Fall Fest
The Halloween spirit was on display at Bellefontaine High School Tuesday night.
The student-led Chieftain Leaders hosted the 3rd annual Fall Fest.
Young children enjoyed family... Read More.
Budget Commission denies Graham levy request
Both the Champaign and Shelby County Budget Commissions have unanimously voted 3–0 to reject the Graham Local School Board’s resolution to reclassify five mills... Read More.
Bellefontaine Council approves new pumper truck for the Fire Department
The Bellefontaine City Council voted to take advantage of a unique opportunity to purchase a brand-new pumper truck to replace one in the city's... Read More.
Lakeview man arrested for OVI and firearm violations
Friday, just before 5:00 PM, Thomas Sachetti, 68, of Lakeview, was stopped by law enforcement after deputies saw a red Chevy Silverado 3500 towing... Read More.
Yost launches campaign to combat elder abuse
With financial exploitation and other forms of elder abuse on the rise, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has launched a new statewide campaign encouraging... Read More.
Riverside announces first nine-week Honor Roll
Riverside Local Schools has released the Honor Roll for the Pirates, grades 7 through 12, for the first nine-week grading period, which ended on... Read More.
Castle arrested for OVI and firearm violation
According to the Bellefontaine Police Department, Cody Castle, 29, of Kenton, was arrested on Friday after a traffic stop for erratic driving in a... Read More.
Tressel opens sign-ups for 2026 Team Tressel fitness challenge
The following is a press release on Monday, October 27th, from Jim Tressel, the Lieutenant Governor of Ohio:
Ohio Lt. Governor Jim Tressel today announced... Read More.
Governor announces $6 million for driver training
On Friday, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jim Tressel announced $6 million in grants to help young Ohioans access driver education.
The funding,... Read More.
Manchester bill to reduce health care burden gains momentum
Senate Bill 207, sponsored by State Senator Susan Manchester (R-Waynesfield), continues to pick up support as it moves through the Senate's committee process. Senate Bill... Read More.
Champaign County Construction Update
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) has announced the following construction projects that will impact travel on state highways in Champaign County this week.
For... Read More.
