https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/new-papa-johns-now-open-in-bellefontaine/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/HemTUBUmUgs/hqdefault.jpgNew Papa John's now open in BellefontaineThe new Papa John's Pizza is now open in Bellefontaine. The pizza chain held a ribbon-cutting Thursday afternoon in the High Point Village Shopping Center to officially open business. The first two hours of their opening was a big celebration with free pizza slices for everyone, games, prizes, and…https://www.youtube.com/embed/HemTUBUmUgs https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/chamber-honors-local-leaders-at-annual-stars-in-business-night/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Kd-3oRP56oc/hqdefault.jpgChamber honors local leaders at annual Stars in Business NightThe Logan County Chamber of Commerce celebrated the businesses, organizations, and individuals making a difference throughout the community on Wednesday night during its annual Stars in Business Night of Recognition. The event took place at the historic Holland Theatre in downtown Bellefontaine…https://www.youtube.com/embed/Kd-3oRP56ochttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/nB3dsjNdDtE/hqdefault.jpgChamber honors local leaders at annual Stars in Business NightThe Logan County Chamber of Commerce celebrated the businesses, organizations, and individuals making a difference throughout the community on Wednesday night during its annual Stars in Business Night of Recognition. The event took place at the historic Holland Theatre in downtown Bellefontaine…https://www.youtube.com/embed/nB3dsjNdDtEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Fg17ar9fML0/hqdefault.jpgChamber honors local leaders at annual Stars in Business NightThe Logan County Chamber of Commerce celebrated the businesses, organizations, and individuals making a difference throughout the community on Wednesday night during its annual Stars in Business Night of Recognition. The event took place at the historic Holland Theatre in downtown Bellefontaine…https://www.youtube.com/embed/Fg17ar9fML0 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/local-officials-discuss-county-projects-growth-at-annual-town-hall/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WB5rVF14t8U/hqdefault.jpgLocal officials discuss county projects, growth at annual Town HallLocal elected officials discussed county projects, economic growth, public safety, and other community issues during the Top of Ohio Patriots’ annual Town Hall meeting Tuesday night at the Ohio Hi-Point Career Center. The panel included Logan County Auditor Jack Reser, Logan County Engineer Scott…https://www.youtube.com/embed/WB5rVF14t8U https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/national-traveling-memorial-in-bellefontaine-thursday-through-saturday/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/zzWymoGPrU0/hqdefault.jpgNational traveling memorial in Bellefontaine Thursday through SaturdayA national traveling memorial honoring Americans who have died since September 11th is in Bellefontaine for the next couple of days. The Remembering Our Fallen National Traveling Memorial will be on display through Saturday at the Bellefontaine High School Auxiliary Gym at 555 East Lake Avenue. The…https://www.youtube.com/embed/zzWymoGPrU0 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/einride-ease-logistics-launch-driverless-electric-trucks-in-marysville/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Nhue3f7K9H4/hqdefault.jpgEinride, EASE Logistics launch driverless electric trucks in MarysvilleEinride and EASE Logistics say driverless electric trucks are now operating daily on Ohio roads as part of the Ohio-Indiana Truck Automation Corridor Project. The companies announced Monday that two SAE Level 4 autonomous electric trucks are running scheduled routes between EASE Logistics…https://www.youtube.com/embed/Nhue3f7K9H4 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/courage-when-seconds-count-four-responders-receive-top-honor/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/oZhe-ryNVpU/hqdefault.jpgCourage when seconds count: Four responders receive top honorFour Champaign County first responders have been honored for their extraordinary courage during a March rescue involving two infants trapped inside a burning vehicle. Champaign County Sheriff’s Office Deputies Ashley Walter and Bailey Ramsey, along with Mechanicsburg Fire Department Medic Thad…https://www.youtube.com/embed/oZhe-ryNVpU https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/ohio-attorney-general-launches-heart-of-kindness-initiative/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/MdxveorqN3U/hqdefault.jpgOhio Attorney General launches Heart of Kindness initiativeOhio Attorney General Andy Wilson has launched a new initiative encouraging law enforcement officers and the public to share acts of kindness happening across the state. The “Heart of Kindness” initiative challenges Ohioans to submit at least 250 acts of kindness to the Attorney General’s Office by…https://www.youtube.com/embed/MdxveorqN3U https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/45154/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hDeX-di0Gac/hqdefault.jpgUrbana community gathers at Freedom Grove to remember 9/11The Urbana community gathered at Freedom Grove earlier this morning to remember the lives lost during the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks and honor the first responders, military members and others who served in the aftermath. The annual remembrance ceremony brought together local officials…https://www.youtube.com/embed/hDeX-di0Gac https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/groundbreaking-held-for-new-hoffman-pool-in-bellefontaine/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/d5-avzXU_1Y/hqdefault.jpgGroundbreaking held for new Hoffman Pool in BellefontaineA new chapter for Bellefontaine’s Hoffman Pool officially began Thursday at noon with a groundbreaking ceremony. Community members and local officials gathered this afternoon at 525 East Williams Avenue to mark the start of the project. Bellefontaine Parks and Recreation Director Rick Reed spoke at…https://www.youtube.com/embed/d5-avzXU_1Y https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/bicentennial-parade-highlights-200-year-anniversary-of-north-lewisburg/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UJnjVRSqny4/hqdefault.jpgBicentennial parade highlights 200-year anniversary of North LewisburgNorth Lewisburg wrapped up its 200th anniversary celebration Monday with the village’s bicentennial parade, marking the end of a weekend filled with community events, history, and hometown pride. North Lewisburg dates back to September 6, 1826, when Gray Gary platted the village after purchasing…https://www.youtube.com/embed/UJnjVRSqny4 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/sayin-smith-shine-in-ohio-states-season-opening-thrashing-of-ball-state/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/GfvfALjecH8/hqdefault.jpgSayin, Smith shine in Ohio State's season-opening thrashing of Ball State2026, Week 1: No. 1 Ohio State 56, Ball State 3 Ohio State football has finally returned to grace our eyes, ears, radios, and televisions for the 137th season of the Scarlet and Gray. The Buckeyes opened 2026 with a dominant 56-3 victory over the Ball State Cardinals, their 27th consecutive…https://www.youtube.com/embed/GfvfALjecH8 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/tiger-strong-fieldhouse-officially-unveiled-at-west-liberty-salem/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/B5JO8dTiHVA/hqdefault.jpgTiger Strong Fieldhouse officially unveiled at West Liberty-SalemWest Liberty-Salem officially opened its long-awaited Tiger Strong Fieldhouse Friday, marking the completion of a project years in the making and adding new athletic and community space to the school campus. The facility includes a large gym with two courts for basketball, volleyball, and other…https://www.youtube.com/embed/B5JO8dTiHVA https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/logan-county-marks-overdose-awareness-day-with-community-event/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4htG2I58jLM/hqdefault.jpgLogan County marks overdose awareness day with community eventAugust 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day, and Logan County marked the day with a community event focused on remembrance, awareness, support, and hope. The annual Logan County Overdose Awareness event was held Monday afternoon in downtown Bellefontaine, on the courthouse lawn and sidewalk.…https://www.youtube.com/embed/4htG2I58jLM https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/team-tressel-fitness-challenge-starts-third-leg-with-record-650000-students/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/44cad8Mf_mU/hqdefault.jpgTeam Tressel Fitness Challenge starts third leg with record 650,000 studentsA record 650,000 Ohio students are taking part in the Team Tressel Fitness Challenge as the statewide program begins its third round. Ohio Lt. Governor Jim Tressel kicked off the latest challenge Monday, with students at more than 2,100 schools across all 88 counties participating. The free…https://www.youtube.com/embed/44cad8Mf_mU https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/blue-honored-for-military-service/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QRI5GMnU0gQ/hqdefault.jpgBlue honored for military serviceDavid Blue was recognized for his military service during a ceremony at the Logan County Commissioners' office Tuesday morning. Blue, a 1964 graduate of Indian Lake High School, received the flag flown over the Logan County Courthouse in July. He was active in the United States Army from 1965 to…https://www.youtube.com/embed/QRI5GMnU0gQ https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/ohio-students-invited-to-join-attorney-generals-teen-ambassador-board/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4_uQGTzkFRE/hqdefault.jpgOhio students invited to join Attorney General’s Teen Ambassador BoardOhio high school students interested in law, government, and public service have an opportunity to gain firsthand experience through the Ohio Attorney General’s Teen Ambassador Board. The Attorney General’s Office is now accepting applications for the 2026-27 academic year. The program is open to…https://www.youtube.com/embed/4_uQGTzkFRE https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/bellefontaine-swears-in-two-new-police-officers/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/VaSG4sp-5Vg/hqdefault.jpgBellefontaine swears in two new police officersBellefontaine Mayor Dave Crissman swore in two of the city’s newest police officers Friday afternoon. Landen Elliott and Elijah Slagle were officially sworn in during a ceremony at Bellefontaine City Hall. The two new officers bring the Bellefontaine Police Department close to full staffing.…https://www.youtube.com/embed/VaSG4sp-5Vghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/YZjvc5ReiM8/hqdefault.jpgBellefontaine swears in two new police officersBellefontaine Mayor Dave Crissman swore in two of the city’s newest police officers Friday afternoon. Landen Elliott and Elijah Slagle were officially sworn in during a ceremony at Bellefontaine City Hall. The two new officers bring the Bellefontaine Police Department close to full staffing.…https://www.youtube.com/embed/YZjvc5ReiM8 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/champaign-county-junior-dairy-showmanship-recognizes-top-showmen/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/8dAzt2uXX3k/hqdefault.jpgChampaign County Junior Dairy Showmanship recognizes top showmenBy: Gavyn Heitman The 2026 Champaign County Junior Dairy Showmanship Show recognized some of the top junior dairy showmen in the area Monday. Around 8:30 a.m., crowds gathered in the Woodruff Show Arena as junior showmen entered the arena to showcase their projects and compete for top honors. The…https://www.youtube.com/embed/8dAzt2uXX3k https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/champaign-county-2026-swine-showmanship/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/b_ocxVRykPo/hqdefault.jpgChampaign County 2026 Swine ShowmanshipBy: Gavyn Heitman The Champaign County Fair 2026 Swine festivities continued with the Swine Showmanship contest on Saturday. Around 9:00 AM, the county’s top junior swine showman presented their projects for their local community to celebrate. The results of the 2026 Swine Showmanship Contest were…https://www.youtube.com/embed/b_ocxVRykPo https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/champaign-county-junior-fair-swine-gilt-show/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hEVqxD_f_VA/hqdefault.jpgChampaign County Junior Fair Swine Gilt ShowBy: Gavyn Heitman The Champaign County Fair’s opening-day festivities concluded Friday evening with one of the fair’s traditional livestock events, the Junior Fair Swine Gilt Show. Beginning at 6 p.m., junior swine exhibitors showcased their breeding gilt projects, putting their hard work and…https://www.youtube.com/embed/hEVqxD_f_VA https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/kinney-sisters-sweep-top-honors-in-ohio-state-fair/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/dxvicqyNP3M/hqdefault.jpgKinney sisters sweep top honors in Ohio State FairThe Kinney sisters of Logan County had an impressive day Thursday at the Ohio State Fair, capturing the top two honors in the 2026 Market Turkey Show. Alexandra Kinney exhibited the Grand Champion Market Turkey, while her sister, Alivia Kinney, earned Reserve Grand Champion. The competition was…https://www.youtube.com/embed/dxvicqyNP3Mhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/nbnuP-u4Ex4/hqdefault.jpgKinney sisters sweep top honors in Ohio State FairThe Kinney sisters of Logan County had an impressive day Thursday at the Ohio State Fair, capturing the top two honors in the 2026 Market Turkey Show. Alexandra Kinney exhibited the Grand Champion Market Turkey, while her sister, Alivia Kinney, earned Reserve Grand Champion. The competition was…https://www.youtube.com/embed/nbnuP-u4Ex4 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/louie-vito-throws-first-pitch-at-cleveland-guardians-game/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/IQXCnX-XjDo/hqdefault.jpgLouie Vito throws first pitch at Cleveland Guardians gameBellefontaine native and three-time Olympian Louie Vito took the mound at Progressive Field on Saturday, August 1, 2026, to throw out the ceremonial first pitch before the Cleveland Guardians game. Vito’s special moment came in front of 30,392 fans at the corner of Carnegie and Ontario, with…https://www.youtube.com/embed/IQXCnX-XjDo https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/vintage-threshing-machine-to-make-debut-at-west-liberty-labor-day-festival/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WoULteeNYV4/hqdefault.jpgVintage threshing machine to make debut at West Liberty Labor Day FestivalAs 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 from the stalks, husks, and other plant material after crops such as wheat, oats, barley, and other small grains have been…https://www.youtube.com/embed/WoULteeNYV4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/c4nwMD_oZG8/hqdefault.jpgVintage threshing machine to make debut at West Liberty Labor Day FestivalAs 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 from the stalks, husks, and other plant material after crops such as wheat, oats, barley, and other small grains have been…https://www.youtube.com/embed/c4nwMD_oZG8 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/nurses-raise-safety-concerns-at-bellefontaine-city-council-meeting/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/W5XC3wul0P4/hqdefault.jpgNurses raise safety concerns at Bellefontaine City Council meetingMembers of the Ohio Nurses Association and Mary Rutan Hospital nurses spoke to the Bellefontaine City Council Tuesday night about safety concerns inside the hospital. The group asked city leaders to work with hospital officials and law enforcement to improve safety for employees, patients, and…https://www.youtube.com/embed/W5XC3wul0P4 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/dodds-honored-for-impressive-military-career-and-civilian-service/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/G5VVoY6Mk4c/hqdefault.jpgDodds honored for impressive military career and civilian serviceVic Dodds was honored by the Logan County Commissioners in a flag presentation ceremony on Tuesday morning in the Commissioners' office. Dodds, a former Captain in the United States Navy, received the flag that was flown over the Logan County Courthouse in June. Dodds grew up in Harper, Ohio, and…https://www.youtube.com/embed/G5VVoY6Mk4c https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/reed-shares-park-updates-with-rotary-club/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/7zPdvzKHfC8/hqdefault.jpgReed shares park updates with Rotary ClubBellefontaine Joint Recreation District Director Rick Reed addressed members of the Bellefontaine Rotary Club during its weekly meeting Monday afternoon, providing an update on local parks, recreation programs, and ongoing improvement projects. Reed, who took over as recreation director in…https://www.youtube.com/embed/7zPdvzKHfC8 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/2026-logan-county-fair-swine-show-results/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/d9I9NIWROrA/hqdefault.jpg2026 Logan County Fair Swine Show resultsBy: Gavyn Heitman The Logan County Fair’s annual Swine Show showcased the quality of pigs raised throughout the community Monday afternoon. The show began at 4:30 p.m. in the Show Barn following remarks thanking the event’s sponsors, exhibitors, and everyone in attendance. The results of the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/d9I9NIWROrAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/YvI3vYMDCQ4/hqdefault.jpg2026 Logan County Fair Swine Show resultsBy: Gavyn Heitman The Logan County Fair’s annual Swine Show showcased the quality of pigs raised throughout the community Monday afternoon. The show began at 4:30 p.m. in the Show Barn following remarks thanking the event’s sponsors, exhibitors, and everyone in attendance. The results of the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/YvI3vYMDCQ4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/DYJ_vATrtwI/hqdefault.jpg2026 Logan County Fair Swine Show resultsBy: Gavyn Heitman The Logan County Fair’s annual Swine Show showcased the quality of pigs raised throughout the community Monday afternoon. The show began at 4:30 p.m. in the Show Barn following remarks thanking the event’s sponsors, exhibitors, and everyone in attendance. The results of the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/DYJ_vATrtwI https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/zedeker-wins-born-raised-steer-grand-champion/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/5o0G1zQWRiw/hqdefault.jpgZedeker wins Born & Raised Steer Grand ChampionBy: Gavyn Heitman Logan County's top locally raised cattle took center stage Sunday evening during the Born & Raised Steer and Heifer Show at the Logan County Fair. The annual event highlights exhibitors who have raised their own livestock while showcasing the quality of cattle produced in Logan…https://www.youtube.com/embed/5o0G1zQWRiw https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/logan-county-friendly-senior-center-holds-veteran-luncheon/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UhGLN70IoOw/hqdefault.jpgVeterans Luncheon starts busy day at the Logan County FairBy: Gavyn Heitman Veterans and their families were honored Sunday during the Logan County Friendly Senior Center’s annual Veterans Luncheon, a tradition recognizing local men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. The event also celebrates the annual Logan County Veteran of the Year…https://www.youtube.com/embed/UhGLN70IoOwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ZEFHAFJo_xM/hqdefault.jpgVeterans Luncheon starts busy day at the Logan County FairBy: Gavyn Heitman Veterans and their families were honored Sunday during the Logan County Friendly Senior Center’s annual Veterans Luncheon, a tradition recognizing local men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. The event also celebrates the annual Logan County Veteran of the Year…https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZEFHAFJo_xM https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/2026-logan-county-fair-officially-opens-with-tradition-patriotism-and-new-royalty/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/eN_cn1Row6E/hqdefault.jpg2026 Logan County Fair officially opens with tradition, patriotism and new royaltyThe 2026 Logan County Fair is officially underway in Bellefontaine. Sunday's opening ceremony began with the presentation of the colors by the Logan County Honor Guard, followed by a stirring rendition of the National Anthem by Benjamin Logan student Audrey Warren.…https://www.youtube.com/embed/eN_cn1Row6E https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/kris-myers-recreation-complex-opens-with-ribbon-cutting/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/vEhF1WFZrlc/hqdefault.jpgHarmon Field reopens with ribbon cuttingBy: Gavyn Heitman Renovations at Harmon Field were completed with the grand reopening on Saturday, which included the addition of the Kris Myers Recreation Complex. Hundreds of community members gathered around noon to celebrate the milestone and the completion of the park’s extensive renovations.…https://www.youtube.com/embed/vEhF1WFZrlchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/roqmU3uOpOg/hqdefault.jpgHarmon Field reopens with ribbon cuttingBy: Gavyn Heitman Renovations at Harmon Field were completed with the grand reopening on Saturday, which included the addition of the Kris Myers Recreation Complex. Hundreds of community members gathered around noon to celebrate the milestone and the completion of the park’s extensive renovations.…https://www.youtube.com/embed/roqmU3uOpOghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/2Bp4Rf-htlQ/hqdefault.jpgHarmon Field reopens with ribbon cuttingBy: Gavyn Heitman Renovations at Harmon Field were completed with the grand reopening on Saturday, which included the addition of the Kris Myers Recreation Complex. Hundreds of community members gathered around noon to celebrate the milestone and the completion of the park’s extensive renovations.…https://www.youtube.com/embed/2Bp4Rf-htlQ https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/en-gedi-ridge-zoo-celebrates-official-ribbon-cutting/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/h3lF-zG-iGI/hqdefault.jpgEn Gedi Ridge Zoo celebrates official ribbon cuttingWhile En Gedi Ridge Zoo has been welcoming visitors for some time, the attraction is now making it official. The Logan County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday at the zoo, located at 8684 U.S. Route 68 near Rushsylvania, officially welcoming the business to the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/h3lF-zG-iGIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/TEbG6UGsMCY/hqdefault.jpgEn Gedi Ridge Zoo celebrates official ribbon cuttingWhile En Gedi Ridge Zoo has been welcoming visitors for some time, the attraction is now making it official. The Logan County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday at the zoo, located at 8684 U.S. Route 68 near Rushsylvania, officially welcoming the business to the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/TEbG6UGsMCY https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/opota-launches-third-series-of-virtual-reality-trainings-for-law-enforcement/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UH_4OST79SE/hqdefault.jpgOPOTA launches third series of virtual reality trainings for law enforcementThe Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy has rolled out its third series of immersive virtual reality courses, expanding next-generation training for law enforcement agencies across the state. “Virtual-reality training matters because we know, without a doubt, that the best training our law…https://www.youtube.com/embed/UH_4OST79SE https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/belle-center-veterans-memorial-dedicated/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/TWORoER5myI/hqdefault.jpgBelle Center Veterans Memorial dedicatedSeveral elected officials, including a representative from United States Senator Bernie Moreno's office, veterans, and other dignitaries, were on hand to dedicate the Veterans' Memorial at the Richland Township Building in Belle Center on Wednesday afternoon. The ceremony capped off roughly…https://www.youtube.com/embed/TWORoER5myI https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/thousands-celebrate-americas-250th-birthday-in-bellefontaine/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/L55OtwN9rmU/hqdefault.jpgThousands celebrate America's 250th birthday in BellefontaineThousands of people packed the City of Bellefontaine Friday to celebrate America's 250th birthday with an evening of family fun that culminated in a spectacular 30-minute fireworks display. Before the fireworks lit up the sky, attendees enjoyed a variety of food trucks, bounce houses for the kids…https://www.youtube.com/embed/L55OtwN9rmU https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/diploma-celebration-held-at-senior-center/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/VXFgGpY1yPo/hqdefault.jpgDiploma Celebration held at Senior CenterFor most of us, finding our high school diploma might prove challenging. As the years pass, we may take it for granted that "It's around here someplace" and go about our day. For Otterbein Green Hills resident Susan Bender, there was no missing what she never received. Even after 58 years. Bender…https://www.youtube.com/embed/VXFgGpY1yPo https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/metzger-local-runners-carry-flag-across-logan-county-in-relay-for-america/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/kvfU7rqu3fo/hqdefault.jpgMetzger, local runners carry American Flag across Logan County during Relay For AmericaThe American flag made its way through Logan County Tuesday afternoon as part of Relay For America, a nationwide effort celebrating America's 250th birthday with a coast-to-coast relay. The relay entered Logan County around 12:30 p.m. and traveled through several communities, including Bloom Center…https://www.youtube.com/embed/kvfU7rqu3fo https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/friendship-alley-officially-opens-in-west-liberty/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ausdebK-aYY/hqdefault.jpgFriendship Alley officially opens in West LibertyBy: Gavyn Heitman Logan County's newest community attraction officially opened Wednesday between Dorcey's Flower Shop and the Logan County Library Branch in West Liberty. Friendship Alley is designed to serve as a gathering space where community members can connect, relax, and enjoy time together.…https://www.youtube.com/embed/ausdebK-aYY https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/local-democrats-host-candidate-forum/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/FrEC2wzFYzk/hqdefault.jpgLocal Democrats host candidate forumWednesday night, an intimate crowd gathered at the Red Apple Barn outside of Bellefontaine for a "Meet the Candidates" event hosted by the Logan County Grassroots Democrats. The event gave local residents an opportunity to hear directly from several Democratic candidates seeking office in the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/FrEC2wzFYzkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/-iZFKH6uDVQ/hqdefault.jpgLocal Democrats host candidate forumWednesday night, an intimate crowd gathered at the Red Apple Barn outside of Bellefontaine for a "Meet the Candidates" event hosted by the Logan County Grassroots Democrats. The event gave local residents an opportunity to hear directly from several Democratic candidates seeking office in the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/-iZFKH6uDVQ https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/urbana-city-council-reverses-data-center-zoning-change/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/0cwMjcbn80M/hqdefault.jpgUrbana City Council reverses data center zoning changeAfter months of public opposition and standing-room-only meetings, the Urbana City Council voted Tuesday night to reverse a zoning change that had cleared the way for a proposed data center south of the city. Council unanimously approved Ordinance 4635-26, restoring the city's zoning code to the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/0cwMjcbn80M https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/ohio-unveils-special-america-250-i-voted-sticker-for-2026-election/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-dVciJZzCME/hqdefault.jpgOhio unveils special America 250 ‘I Voted’ sticker for 2026 electionOhio voters will have a chance to commemorate America's 250th birthday when they head to the polls this fall. Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose this week unveiled a limited-edition America 250 "I Voted" sticker celebrating the nation's semiquincentennial and Ohio's role in preserving and…https://www.youtube.com/embed/-dVciJZzCME https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/nkp-executives-break-ground-for-new-warehouse-building/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QkcBeOQBGRM/hqdefault.jpgNKP Executives break ground for new warehouse buildingSeveral dignitaries from NK Parts Industries and local elected officials were on hand Thursday morning for the groundbreaking of a new 198,000-square-foot building on the company's East Liberty campus. President of Nikkon Holdings, Masakatsu Kuroiwa, addressed the gathering and said that the East…https://www.youtube.com/embed/QkcBeOQBGRM https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/louie-vito-to-be-inducted-into-stratton-mountain-school-hall-of-fame/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-r3B-hoWy8s/hqdefault.jpgLouie Vito inducted into Stratton Mountain School Hall of FameBellefontaine native and three-time Olympian Louie Vito was inducted into the Stratton Mountain School Hall of Fame during ceremonies held Saturday, June 6, in Vermont. The honor recognizes Vito's outstanding achievements in snowboarding and his contributions to the sport throughout a career…https://www.youtube.com/embed/-r3B-hoWy8s https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/yost-unveils-statewide-crime-and-sentencing-data-dashboard/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/dTlKAVubD4M/hqdefault.jpgYost Unveils Statewide Crime and Sentencing Data DashboardOhio Attorney General Dave Yost has launched a new online tool that provides unprecedented transparency into felony crime and sentencing trends across Ohio. “This data has countless applications, whether it’s helping families understand community safety or guiding policymakers in improving criminal…https://www.youtube.com/embed/dTlKAVubD4M https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/former-firstenergy-executives-reindicted-in-house-bill-6-corruption-case/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/2qKwq9fCZgg/hqdefault.jpgFormer FirstEnergy executives reindicted in House Bill 6 corruption caseTwo former FirstEnergy executives have been reindicted on felony charges connected to Ohio's House Bill 6 public corruption scandal, according to Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost and Summit County Prosecutor Elliot Kolkovich. A Summit County grand jury this week returned indictments against former…https://www.youtube.com/embed/2qKwq9fCZgg https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/urbana-veterans-walk-raises-awareness-for-mental-health-and-suicide-prevention/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/DgI9_n2e_-g/hqdefault.jpgUrbana veterans walk raises awareness for mental health and suicide preventionVeterans, family members, and community supporters gathered in Urbana on Saturday for a Veterans Walk aimed at raising awareness about mental health struggles facing veterans and the ongoing effort to prevent veteran suicide. The walk began at 11 a.m. in front of the Urbana Police Station on South…https://www.youtube.com/embed/DgI9_n2e_-g https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/urbana-class-of-2026/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/SuwZYo2F8qQ/hqdefault.jpgUrbana High School sends off 106 graduates in Class of 2026Urbana High School celebrated the Class of 2026 on Saturday evening, May 30, as graduates, families, faculty members, and community supporters gathered at Urbana High School Stadium for commencement exercises. A total of 106 seniors received their diplomas and officially became Urbana High School…https://www.youtube.com/embed/SuwZYo2F8qQ https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/major-roundabout-project-set-to-begin-at-u-s-33-and-state-route-274/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/msSgd6oLOS4/hqdefault.jpgRoundabout project set to begin at U.S. 33 and State Route 274A major safety improvement project at one of Logan County's busiest intersections is set to get underway next week. Contractors working for the Ohio Department of Transportation will begin construction of a single-lane roundabout at the intersection of U.S. 33 and State Route 274, an area…https://www.youtube.com/embed/msSgd6oLOS4 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/raiders-daniels-captures-regional-title-in-pole-vault/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RRNVQxwOOY0/hqdefault.jpgRaiders' Daniels captures Regional Title in pole vaultArea athletes delivered big performances Thursday night during Day 1 of the Division III Southwest Regional track and field meet at Piqua High School, highlighted by a regional championship, a pair of state qualifiers, and another school record performance. Benjamin Logan’s Carter Daniels claimed a…https://www.youtube.com/embed/RRNVQxwOOY0 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/archer-squeezes-out-win-for-raiders-endres-dominates-for-climbers-in-baseball-district-semis/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/lVNETKfibkU/hqdefault.jpgArcher squeezes out win for Raiders, Endres dominates for Climbers in baseball District SemisOHSAA District Semifinal Benjamin Logan 4, Valley View 3 (9 innings) The Benjamin Logan High School Raiders are headed to the District Final after a dramatic 4-3 walk-off victory over Valley View in nine innings, as Cohen Archer laid down a squeeze bunt in the bottom of the ninth to walk off the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/lVNETKfibkU https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/west-liberty-community-honors-fallen-heroes-during-memorial-day-parade/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/k-aBQQA3BZE/hqdefault.jpgWest Liberty community honors fallen heroes during Memorial Day paradeWest Liberty citizens lined the streets in an amazing showing of patriotism at the Memorial Day Parade. The West Liberty Police Department led flag bearers at the start of the parade near the old historic school building. The West Liberty-Salem High School band played “Amazing Grace” as the parade…https://www.youtube.com/embed/k-aBQQA3BZE https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/sheriff-burroughs-leads-village-of-christianburgs-memorial-day-service/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/jytvJdScrVU/hqdefault.jpgSheriff Burroughs leads Village of Christianburg's Memorial Day ServiceResidents gathered in the Village of Christiansburg on Memorial Day to honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to the United States during the village’s 45th annual Memorial Day observance coordinated by the Christiansburg Fire Company. Services were held at Smith Cemetery on the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/jytvJdScrVU https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/bellefontaine-sees-largest-ever-memorial-day-parade/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/e2hkPYV48Jk/hqdefault.jpgBellefontaine sees largest-ever Memorial Day paradePatriotism was on full display Monday morning as the Bellefontaine community gathered for its annual Memorial Day parade, which drew a record-breaking turnout. More than 100 entries made their way down Main Street, marking the largest parade in the event’s history. Spectators lined the streets…https://www.youtube.com/embed/e2hkPYV48Jk https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/lakers-8-run-frame-downs-tigers-chiefs-win-a-marathon-in-thursday-baseball-playoffs/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gMnmVOawoNs/hqdefault.jpgLakers' 8-run frame downs Tigers; Chiefs win a marathon in Thursday baseball playoffsOHSAA DISTRICT QUARTERFINALS Indian Lake 10, West Liberty-Salem 7 The Indian Lake Lakers exploded for eight runs in the sixth inning to power past the West Liberty-Salem Tigers 10-7 in a dramatic local district quarterfinal showdown. Both teams were quiet early as starting pitchers Reese Oder and…https://www.youtube.com/embed/gMnmVOawoNshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/FCMcFl2dmBY/hqdefault.jpgLakers' 8-run frame downs Tigers; Chiefs win a marathon in Thursday baseball playoffsOHSAA DISTRICT QUARTERFINALS Indian Lake 10, West Liberty-Salem 7 The Indian Lake Lakers exploded for eight runs in the sixth inning to power past the West Liberty-Salem Tigers 10-7 in a dramatic local district quarterfinal showdown. Both teams were quiet early as starting pitchers Reese Oder and…https://www.youtube.com/embed/FCMcFl2dmBY https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/former-chieftain-golfer-kayla-watkins-shines-on-national-stage/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/k4Uw0BN2B3U/hqdefault.jpgFormer Chieftain golfer Kayla Watkins shines on national stageFormer Bellefontaine High School standout Kayla Watkins is continuing her golf career on the national stage as she competes for the University of Northwestern Ohio at the NAIA Women’s Golf National Championship being hosted at Eagle Crest Golf Club in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Watkins and the UNOH…https://www.youtube.com/embed/k4Uw0BN2B3U https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/newest-tool-in-the-toolbox-bellefontaine-fire-department-welcomes-engine-21/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/C76kvc6RwDA/hqdefault.jpgNewest tool in the toolbox: Bellefontaine Fire Department welcomes Engine 21The Bellefontaine Fire Department has a new “tool in the toolbox” ready to serve the community. The department officially welcomed its newest fire engine into service Tuesday, marking a major upgrade in equipment and emergency response capabilities for the community. The new Engine 21 will replace…https://www.youtube.com/embed/C76kvc6RwDA https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/union-county-brings-logan-countys-recovery-story-to-the-big-screen/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/OnOxeUM1CTk/hqdefault.jpg‘Union County’ brings Logan County’s recovery story to the big screenA powerful new independent drama with deep roots in Logan County made a local stop Sunday, May 17, when Union County screened before a packed theater at the Holland Theater in Bellefontaine ahead of its nationwide theatrical release later this year. The 2026 American drama, written and directed by…https://www.youtube.com/embed/OnOxeUM1CTk https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/click-it-or-ticket-campaign-underway-in-logan-county/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/JtJeaLqHXxc/hqdefault.jpgClick-It-Or-Ticket campaign underway in Logan CountySince Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of the summer season, several law enforcement agencies across Ohio have banded together for the annual Click-It-or-Ticket Campaign. The campaign is designed to raise public awareness that seatbelts save lives. Thursday morning, representatives from the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/JtJeaLqHXxc https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/125-years-of-service-to-logan-county-celebrated/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/kiE2x4RGtRY/hqdefault.jpg125 years of service to Logan County celebratedIn 1901, a group of citizens from Bellefontaine was inspired to start a library. With the formation of a Board of Managers and a letter from steel magnate Andrew Carnegie promising to fund the construction and furnishing of a library building, the Bellefontaine Free Public Library was born. 125…https://www.youtube.com/embed/kiE2x4RGtRY https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/logan-county-commissioners-honor-veteran-with-flag-presentation-2/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/6Lt2ZoyXBtY/hqdefault.jpgLogan County Commissioners honor Veteran with flag presentationThe Logan County Commissioners recognized local veteran Jerry Culp during a ceremony Thursday morning, honoring his service, leadership, and contributions to the community. Commissioner Joe Antram opened the presentation by highlighting the county’s ongoing program that recognizes citizens monthly…https://www.youtube.com/embed/6Lt2ZoyXBtYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/apcm1RcWI4U/hqdefault.jpgLogan County Commissioners honor Veteran with flag presentationThe Logan County Commissioners recognized local veteran Jerry Culp during a ceremony Thursday morning, honoring his service, leadership, and contributions to the community. Commissioner Joe Antram opened the presentation by highlighting the county’s ongoing program that recognizes citizens monthly…https://www.youtube.com/embed/apcm1RcWI4U https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/harmon-park-upgrades-move-forward-as-city-prepares-for-busy-summer-season/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/88Tuy4OiQW0/hqdefault.jpgHarmon Park upgrades move forward as city prepares for busy summer seasonRenovations at Harmon Park, located at the intersection of Troy Road and Sandusky Avenue in Bellefontaine, are well underway. Drivers passing by the park have likely noticed a lot of activity, including heavy equipment on site, a baseball field now topped with artificial turf, new playground…https://www.youtube.com/embed/88Tuy4OiQW0 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/bcs-hosts-spring-choir-concert/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pJHxBfrHXnM/hqdefault.jpgBCS hosts Spring Choir ConcertBellefontaine City Schools hosted the Spring Choir Concert in the BHS Auditorium earlier this week. The 6th Grade Choir, 7th Grade Choir, 8th Grade Choir, BHS Concert Choir, and BHS Symphonic Choir each performed. Special awards were presented to each choir: 6th Grade Most Improved: Fenix Resch…https://www.youtube.com/embed/pJHxBfrHXnM https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/dozens-gather-for-no-kings-protest-in-downtown-urbana-saturday-morning/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/9lBikKPCal4/hqdefault.jpgDozens gather for ‘No Kings’ Protest in Downtown Urbana Saturday morningSeveral dozen residents gathered in downtown Urbana on Saturday morning to participate in a No Kings protest, part of a nationwide series of demonstrations taking place across the United States. Participants assembled in the heart of the city to peacefully express their concerns about federal…https://www.youtube.com/embed/9lBikKPCal4 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/maple-syrup-season-comes-in-fast-and-furious-for-wishwell-farms/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KytAHvd6MlM/hqdefault.jpgMaple syrup season comes in fast and furious for Wishwell FarmsMaple syrup season arrived quickly—and in full force—for one local producer, and recently I spent some time learning all about the process. At Wishwell Farms just outside Bellefontaine, Joel Wish saw sap flowing almost all at once from more than 700 maple trees, turning a short window of ideal…https://www.youtube.com/embed/KytAHvd6MlM https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/bcs-orchestra-hosts-all-city-strings-2/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/XIZtMoA6Uz4/hqdefault.jpgBCS Orchestra hosts All City StringsThe Bellefontaine High School Orchestra hosted the All City Strings concert in the BHS Auditorium last Thursday night. The 6th Grade Orchestra, 7th Grade Orchestra, 8th Grade Orchestra, and BHS Orchestra each performed. Special awards were presented to each orchestra. Here are the 110% Award…https://www.youtube.com/embed/XIZtMoA6Uz4 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/bhs-softball-slugs-out-first-win-over-riverside-tuesday-results-on-the-dirt-diamond/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/K6bk0iix1CY/hqdefault.jpgBHS softball slugs out first win over Riverside; Tuesday results on the dirt diamondBellefontaine 10, Riverside 8 Bellefontaine picked up its first win of the season in a high-scoring battle, outlasting Riverside 10-8 to move to 1-1, while the Pirates fall to 2-2. Offense was the story from the start, with both teams capitalizing on defensive miscues as each side committed eight…https://www.youtube.com/embed/K6bk0iix1CY https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/storms-bring-hail-and-thunderstorms-sunday-night/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/cAyIT4XZcC8/hqdefault.jpgStorms bring hail Sunday nightHail and strong thunderstorms hit the area Sunday night after a day of unusually warm weather. Temperatures climbed into the 80s, close to record highs, before storms moved in during the late evening. Heavy rain, gusty winds, and pockets of hail were reported across the area. Hail was reported in…https://www.youtube.com/embed/cAyIT4XZcC8 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/bms-band-hosts-spring-concert-and-awards-ceremony/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/GbxbTtHZgXA/hqdefault.jpgBMS Band hosts spring concert and awards ceremonyThe Bellefontaine Middle School Band hosted its spring concert and awards ceremony Tuesday night in the BHS Auditorium. 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade band students performed under the direction of Heather Rivon and Ken Hoffman. Each student was recognized for their hard work learning music this school…https://www.youtube.com/embed/GbxbTtHZgXA https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/here-we-grow-again-russells-point-announces-new-outreach-officer/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/cWeX9YvYJUQ/hqdefault.jpgHere we grow again: Russells Point announces new outreach officerMonday evening, the Village of Russells Point welcomed its newest officer, Patrick Stolzenburg, at its council meeting. The Russells Point Police Department has received funding through the Ohio Attorney General’s Law Enforcement Diversion Program (DART) grant, supporting a community-based approach…https://www.youtube.com/embed/cWeX9YvYJUQ https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/live-results-graham-seeks-25th-straight-championship-sunday-at-the-schott/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/6rg7liz80fE/hqdefault.jpgGraham wins 25th straight State Wrestling Title; local athletes step on the podiumChampionship Sunday at the OHSAA State Wrestling Tournament at the Jerome Schottenstein Center in Columbus ended with history once again belonging to the Graham Falcons. Graham captured its 25th consecutive team state championship, marking a quarter century of dominance and the program’s 27th…https://www.youtube.com/embed/6rg7liz80fEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/WNOoIMUZ6FE/hqdefault.jpgGraham wins 25th straight State Wrestling Title; local athletes step on the podiumChampionship Sunday at the OHSAA State Wrestling Tournament at the Jerome Schottenstein Center in Columbus ended with history once again belonging to the Graham Falcons. Graham captured its 25th consecutive team state championship, marking a quarter century of dominance and the program’s 27th…https://www.youtube.com/embed/WNOoIMUZ6FEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/OwyU1mN8CpY/hqdefault.jpgGraham wins 25th straight State Wrestling Title; local athletes step on the podiumChampionship Sunday at the OHSAA State Wrestling Tournament at the Jerome Schottenstein Center in Columbus ended with history once again belonging to the Graham Falcons. Graham captured its 25th consecutive team state championship, marking a quarter century of dominance and the program’s 27th…https://www.youtube.com/embed/OwyU1mN8CpY https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/three-ohio-air-national-guard-airmen-killed-in-crash-during-operation-epic-fury/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/zKecbYFv_mw/hqdefault.jpgThree Ohio Air National Guard Airmen killed in crash during Operation Epic FuryOhio Governor Mike DeWine has issued a statement honoring three members of the Ohio Air National Guard who were killed during Operation Epic Fury. According to the Ohio National Guard, the airmen died when a Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker crashed in western Iraq on March 12, 2026. The three Ohio…https://www.youtube.com/embed/zKecbYFv_mw https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/bis-5th-graders-deliver-thwacked/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-iqBZ5QIGFY/hqdefault.jpgBIS 5th-graders deliver “Thwacked”Bellefontaine Intermediate School 5th-graders recently performed their music program titled “Thwacked” in the BHS Auditorium. The program was a combination fairy tale, Frog Prince meets Chicken Little. An acorn falls on Frog's head to begin the story, and then Frog, Froggie, and Frogger convince…https://www.youtube.com/embed/-iqBZ5QIGFY https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/jordan-toma-shares-message-of-strength-and-perseverance-at-ohio-hi-point/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/NTYJSTfJZuU/hqdefault.jpgJordan Toma shares message of strength and perseverance at Ohio Hi-PointMotivational and mental health speaker Jordan Toma recently spoke to students at Ohio Hi-Point Career Center, sharing a personal story about overcoming learning challenges and building confidence. He often sums up his message with a phrase that has become central to his story: “My Struggle Is My…https://www.youtube.com/embed/NTYJSTfJZuU https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/logan-county-animal-shelter-officially-opens-after-2-million-project/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ji23TAY_ROI/hqdefault.jpgLogan County Animal Shelter officially opens after $2 million projectAfter years in the making and countless hours of work by many officials, the Logan County Animal Shelter is officially open for business. Deputy Jake Boyd, who also serves as the Logan County Dog Warden, spearheaded the project, overseeing every stage from planning to completion, and celebrated…https://www.youtube.com/embed/ji23TAY_ROI https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/urbana-city-council-approves-moratorium-to-suspend-progress-on-data-center-project/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mDPHGzlUKnA/hqdefault.jpgUrbana City Council approves moratorium to suspend progress on data center projectIn front of a packed City Auditorium, the Urbana City Council voted 6-1 Tuesday night to approve a 12-month moratorium on the development of new data centers within the city limits, temporarily halting progress on a proposed project that has drawn growing public attention. The resolution stops any…https://www.youtube.com/embed/mDPHGzlUKnA https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/wishwell-farms-tomato-season-well-underway/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pjcg_ehM1MY/hqdefault.jpgWishwell Farms: Tomato season well underwayAt Wishwell Farms, growing tomatoes is a lot more than just planting seeds. Jason Wish, a local, homegrown farmer who has honed his craft after generations of farming and growing up in the industry, has spent more than 20 years perfecting the techniques that bring fresh, flavorful tomatoes to local…https://www.youtube.com/embed/pjcg_ehM1MYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/2gjll7Wg0pI/hqdefault.jpgWishwell Farms: Tomato season well underwayAt Wishwell Farms, growing tomatoes is a lot more than just planting seeds. Jason Wish, a local, homegrown farmer who has honed his craft after generations of farming and growing up in the industry, has spent more than 20 years perfecting the techniques that bring fresh, flavorful tomatoes to local…https://www.youtube.com/embed/2gjll7Wg0pI https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/stinebaugh-shatters-school-record-laker-tf-competes-at-tiffin/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/C0EFtoCutV8/hqdefault.jpgStinebaugh shatters IL school record, Raiders' Daniels claims pole vault victoryThe Indian Lake indoor track and field teams competed Sunday at Tiffin University, joining a massive 136-school field in one of the largest meets of the season. Stinebaugh Sets School Record Aidan Stinebaugh delivered a standout performance, placing second in the triple jump with a mark of 41 feet…https://www.youtube.com/embed/C0EFtoCutV8 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/chiefs-hang-on-to-upset-rival-cougars-friday-boys-basketball-scoreboard/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_iLys7OAQhc/hqdefault.jpgChiefs hang on to upset rival Cougars; Friday boys' basketball scoreboardBellefontaine 64, Kenton Ridge 62 The Bellefontaine Chiefs picked up a statement win Friday night, edging CBC rival Kenton Ridge Cougars 64–62 in a tightly contested matchup. Bellefontaine held off a late Kenton Ridge push and stole the ball on a full-court inbounds pass to secure the two-point…https://www.youtube.com/embed/_iLys7OAQhc https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/honda-documentary-offers-look-at-innovative-partnership-during-olympic-winter-games/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RxYm1i7GfUo/hqdefault.jpgHonda documentary offers look at innovative partnership during Olympic Winter GamesAs Team USA takes the stage at the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026, earlier this week, Honda unveiled a short documentary providing a behind-the-scenes look at its innovation-driven partnership with USA Bobsled/Skeleton (USABS). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RxYm1i7GfUo&t=3s Over the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/RxYm1i7GfUo https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/indian-lake-falls-to-lima-shawnee-celebrates-cbc-championship-varsity-basketball-scoreboard/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/72A20dddvXA/hqdefault.jpgLakers fall to Indians, celebrate CBC title on Senior Day; hoops scoreboardVARSITY BOYS: Lima Shawnee 64, Indian Lake 40 Saturday, February 7, 2026 Indian Lake ran into a physical Lima Shawnee squad Saturday night, as the Indians controlled the game with size and presence inside. Beckett Bertke led all scorers with 23 points. Indian Lake’s offense went cold late, scoring…https://www.youtube.com/embed/72A20dddvXAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/PFamsiUj96M/hqdefault.jpgLakers fall to Indians, celebrate CBC title on Senior Day; hoops scoreboardVARSITY BOYS: Lima Shawnee 64, Indian Lake 40 Saturday, February 7, 2026 Indian Lake ran into a physical Lima Shawnee squad Saturday night, as the Indians controlled the game with size and presence inside. Beckett Bertke led all scorers with 23 points. Indian Lake’s offense went cold late, scoring…https://www.youtube.com/embed/PFamsiUj96Mhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/9BsNs7cSSOk/hqdefault.jpgLakers fall to Indians, celebrate CBC title on Senior Day; hoops scoreboardVARSITY BOYS: Lima Shawnee 64, Indian Lake 40 Saturday, February 7, 2026 Indian Lake ran into a physical Lima Shawnee squad Saturday night, as the Indians controlled the game with size and presence inside. Beckett Bertke led all scorers with 23 points. Indian Lake’s offense went cold late, scoring…https://www.youtube.com/embed/9BsNs7cSSOk https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/lady-tigers-beat-rival-indians-claim-share-of-ohc-title-tuesday-basketball-results/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rGIPFu6Yb50/hqdefault.jpgLady Tigers beat rival Indians, claim share of OHC title; Tuesday basketball resultsVARSITY GIRLS — West Liberty-Salem 52, Mechanicsburg 46 West Liberty-Salem leaned on stifling defense and late-game composure to fend off a furious Mechanicsburg rally and earn a 52–46 rivalry win Monday night. The Lady Tigers came out firing, using suffocating on-ball defense and quick transition…https://www.youtube.com/embed/rGIPFu6Yb50https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-v8ZAaMFDIw/hqdefault.jpgLady Tigers beat rival Indians, claim share of OHC title; Tuesday basketball resultsVARSITY GIRLS — West Liberty-Salem 52, Mechanicsburg 46 West Liberty-Salem leaned on stifling defense and late-game composure to fend off a furious Mechanicsburg rally and earn a 52–46 rivalry win Monday night. The Lady Tigers came out firing, using suffocating on-ball defense and quick transition…https://www.youtube.com/embed/-v8ZAaMFDIwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/r5yH1nMk9pE/hqdefault.jpgLady Tigers beat rival Indians, claim share of OHC title; Tuesday basketball resultsVARSITY GIRLS — West Liberty-Salem 52, Mechanicsburg 46 West Liberty-Salem leaned on stifling defense and late-game composure to fend off a furious Mechanicsburg rally and earn a 52–46 rivalry win Monday night. The Lady Tigers came out firing, using suffocating on-ball defense and quick transition…https://www.youtube.com/embed/r5yH1nMk9pE https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/deitsch-sworn-in-as-newest-bellefontaine-officer/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ygNZAN5vxy8/hqdefault.jpgDeitsch sworn in as newest Bellefontaine OfficerCollin Deitsch has officially joined the Bellefontaine Police Department. Mayor Dave Crissman swore in Deitsch Friday afternoon during a ceremony held in the Bellefontaine City Council Chambers, surrounded by family and friends. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ygNZAN5vxy8 Deitsch will next attend…https://www.youtube.com/embed/ygNZAN5vxy8 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/brunswick-inducted-into-ohio-high-school-baseball-coaches-association-hall-of-fame/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ZYJagZsLKDI/hqdefault.jpgBrunswick inducted into Ohio High School Baseball Coaches Association Hall of FameFormer Bellefontaine High School baseball coach Mark Brunswick has been inducted into the Ohio High School Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2026. Brunswick now stands along with 182 other members, including four others as part of the Class of 2026; Tim Broskie…https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZYJagZsLKDI https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/lady-hillclimbers-struggle-against-tough-harvest-prep-squad-thursday-basketball-scores/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/j7k6eOZZZL4/hqdefault.jpgLady Hillclimbers struggle against tough Harvest Prep squad; Riverside beats Lehman CatholicArea girls' basketball teams were busy on the hardwood Thursday night, with Urbana facing a tough test against an unbeaten opponent, Riverside earning a rivalry win, and Bellefontaine picking up middle school victories at both the 7th and 8th grade levels. Urbana Falls to Undefeated Harvest Prep…https://www.youtube.com/embed/j7k6eOZZZL4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/0iAB-TjvTVc/hqdefault.jpgLady Hillclimbers struggle against tough Harvest Prep squad; Riverside beats Lehman CatholicArea girls' basketball teams were busy on the hardwood Thursday night, with Urbana facing a tough test against an unbeaten opponent, Riverside earning a rivalry win, and Bellefontaine picking up middle school victories at both the 7th and 8th grade levels. Urbana Falls to Undefeated Harvest Prep…https://www.youtube.com/embed/0iAB-TjvTVc https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/35855/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/qQVRPK2AbO4/hqdefault.jpgDaniels wins pole vault, Stinebaugh claims triple jump to open indoor track seasonThe indoor track and field season is officially underway for area high schools, and local athletes are making an immediate impact. Indian Lake and Benjamin Logan showcased strong performances this past weekend, with standout individual efforts from the Raiders' Carter Daniels and the Lakers' Aidan…https://www.youtube.com/embed/qQVRPK2AbO4 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/dixon-donahoe-leads-urbana-to-cruise-past-graham-tuesday-night-boys-basketball-roundup/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/AznOkEPdctw/hqdefault.jpgDixon, Donahoe lead Urbana past Graham, Tuesday night boys' basketball roundupTuesday night featured a full slate of basketball action across the area, highlighted by a dominant road victory by Urbana over Graham and Bellefontaine’s CBC road win at North Union. West Liberty-Salem fell by only a single point, while several JV and middle school teams were also in action as…https://www.youtube.com/embed/AznOkEPdctwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/p8Z1qtghCFA/hqdefault.jpgDixon, Donahoe lead Urbana past Graham, Tuesday night boys' basketball roundupTuesday night featured a full slate of basketball action across the area, highlighted by a dominant road victory by Urbana over Graham and Bellefontaine’s CBC road win at North Union. West Liberty-Salem fell by only a single point, while several JV and middle school teams were also in action as…https://www.youtube.com/embed/p8Z1qtghCFA https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/bellefontaine-welcomes-new-firefighter-emt/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_GE533wmGjM/hqdefault.jpgBellefontaine welcomes new Firefighter/EMTOn Monday afternoon, Bellefontaine Mayor Dave Crissman officially welcomed the city’s newest Firefighter/EMT. Derrick Williams, 32, from Sidney, joins the department fresh out of training and is ready to serve the community. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GE533wmGjM Friends, family, and fellow…https://www.youtube.com/embed/_GE533wmGjM https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/huffman-sworn-in-as-mayor-of-russells-point/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wI3dDH1PN_s/hqdefault.jpgHuffman sworn in as Mayor of Russells PointOn the first day of 2026, John Huffman officially assumed office as the elected mayor of Russells Point. Logan County Commissioner Greg Fitzpatrick presided over the swearing-in ceremony. Huffman had been serving as appointed mayor since October 7, 2024, following the retirement of long-time Mayor…https://www.youtube.com/embed/wI3dDH1PN_s https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/livingstons-lafayette-christmas-light-show-returns-in-urbana/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/OoEgt9mL0tY/hqdefault.jpgLivingston’s Lafayette Christmas Light Show returns in UrbanaThe popular Livingston’s Lafayette Christmas Light Show is officially up and running in Urbana, bringing holiday cheer to the neighborhood for its sixth season at the Lafayette Avenue location. Four neighboring homes once again team up to create a synchronized Christmas light display set to music —…https://www.youtube.com/embed/OoEgt9mL0tY https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/chieftain-basketball-teams-battle-arrows-at-historic-hoosier-gym/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/lKL0x2aBCas/hqdefault.jpgChieftain basketball teams battle Arrows at historic Hoosier GymOn Saturday, December 20, 2025, the Bellefontaine Chieftain basketball teams traveled to Knightstown, Indiana, to battle the Tecumseh Arrows in the historic Hoosier Gym. The court is best known as the filming location of the 1986 film 'Hoosiers,' widely said to be one of the best sports movies of…https://www.youtube.com/embed/lKL0x2aBCashttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/-ohVu5D0K-g/hqdefault.jpgChieftain basketball teams battle Arrows at historic Hoosier GymOn Saturday, December 20, 2025, the Bellefontaine Chieftain basketball teams traveled to Knightstown, Indiana, to battle the Tecumseh Arrows in the historic Hoosier Gym. The court is best known as the filming location of the 1986 film 'Hoosiers,' widely said to be one of the best sports movies of…https://www.youtube.com/embed/-ohVu5D0K-ghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/tM4SbSc0aKc/hqdefault.jpgChieftain basketball teams battle Arrows at historic Hoosier GymOn Saturday, December 20, 2025, the Bellefontaine Chieftain basketball teams traveled to Knightstown, Indiana, to battle the Tecumseh Arrows in the historic Hoosier Gym. The court is best known as the filming location of the 1986 film 'Hoosiers,' widely said to be one of the best sports movies of…https://www.youtube.com/embed/tM4SbSc0aKc https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/bhs-jazz-band-hosts-annual-holiday-dessert-concert/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/BhV5OC8Sv2I/hqdefault.jpgBHS Jazz Band hosts annual Holiday Dessert ConcertThe Bellefontaine High School Jazz Band hosted its annual Holiday Dessert Concert in the Lower Café on Sunday afternoon. BHS Band Director Ken Hoffman led his students through several holiday-themed songs. Attendees enjoyed many dessert options during intermission. There was no admission, but the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/BhV5OC8Sv2I https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/mechanicsburg-boys-suffer-first-loss-the-season-to-fairbanks-more-friday-night-hoops/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/dN9dnLp4OB0/hqdefault.jpgMechanicsburg boys suffer first loss the season to Fairbanks; more Friday night hoopsFairbanks stays unbeaten, rolls Mechanicsburg Fairbanks controlled the game from start to finish. The Panthers knocked down six threes, pulling away early and cruising to a 47–27 victory over Mechanicsburg. After a defensive opening quarter ended with Fairbanks up 8–4, Mechanicsburg was looking to…https://www.youtube.com/embed/dN9dnLp4OB0 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/lamb-sentenced-to-up-to-26-years-in-prison-for-fraud-scheme/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QoIkxV63SyI/hqdefault.jpgLamb sentenced to up to 26 years in prisonA former local businessman will spend more than two decades behind bars after being convicted of stealing nearly a million dollars from clients in a long-running financial scheme. On Wednesday morning, Logan County Common Pleas Court Judge Kevin Braig sentenced 51-year-old Todd Lamb to 21 to 26½…https://www.youtube.com/embed/QoIkxV63SyI https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/urbana-police-chief-matthew-lingrell-retires-honored-during-department-celebration/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/HE3ZBmmgR5k/hqdefault.jpgUrbana Police Chief Matthew Lingrell retires, honored during department celebrationThe Urbana Police Division hosted a heartfelt retirement celebration Thursday afternoon for Urbana Police Chief Matthew Lingrell, honoring his 41-plus years of service to the city and marking the end of a storied career that spans generations of public safety leadership in the Lingrell family.…https://www.youtube.com/embed/HE3ZBmmgR5k https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/logan-county-republicans-host-annual-fall-dinner/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/8DOiH74JOc4/hqdefault.jpgLogan County Republicans host annual Fall DinnerMonday night, the Logan County Republicans held their annual fall dinner at Winner's Harvest Barn just outside of DeGraff. The featured speaker was Ohio Treasurer Robert Sprague, who is running for Secretary of State next year. Sprague spoke about his goals for the office and his vision for Ohio.…https://www.youtube.com/embed/8DOiH74JOc4 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/army-veteran-garis-pugh-honored-at-indian-lake-high-school/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bokdLL8NWWQ/hqdefault.jpgArmy veteran Garis Pugh honored at Indian Lake High SchoolIndian Lake resident Garis Pugh was honored at a Veterans' Day luncheon at Indian Lake High School on Tuesday afternoon. Pugh, a resident of Shawnee Island, received the flag that had flown over the Logan County Courthouse in August from Logan County Commissioner Joe Antram. Pugh, a former employee…https://www.youtube.com/embed/bokdLL8NWWQ https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/fry-honored-by-riverside-community/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/IY6ragUv7d0/hqdefault.jpgFry Honored by Riverside CommunityApproximately 70 Veterans and spouses were honored in a special Veterans' Day program at Riverside High School on Tuesday morning. DeGraff resident Curt Fry was given a special honor: a folded flag that had flown over the Logan County Courthouse during September. Fry served in the United States…https://www.youtube.com/embed/IY6ragUv7d0 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/wl-s-schools-hold-annual-veterans-day-breakfast/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Q0f8JxhRlus/hqdefault.jpgWL-S schools hold annual Veteran's Day breakfastLt. Col. Jason Douthwaite speaks at the West Liberty-Salem Veterans Day breakfast. The West Liberty-Salem Leadership Council hosted a Veterans Day Breakfast on Tuesday morning, bringing together veterans, active-duty service members, students, and community members to honor those who have served…https://www.youtube.com/embed/Q0f8JxhRlus https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/benjamin-logan-students-honor-veterans/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/AbwfhpWebb4/hqdefault.jpgBenjamin Logan students honor VeteransStudents from several Benjamin Logan High School clubs prepared and served breakfast to local veterans Tuesday morning as part of a special Veterans Day tribute. At 8:45 a.m., all Middle and High School students gathered in the high school gymnasium to honor approximately 50 area veterans. Music…https://www.youtube.com/embed/AbwfhpWebb4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/MxFnBdveAPk/hqdefault.jpgBenjamin Logan students honor VeteransStudents from several Benjamin Logan High School clubs prepared and served breakfast to local veterans Tuesday morning as part of a special Veterans Day tribute. At 8:45 a.m., all Middle and High School students gathered in the high school gymnasium to honor approximately 50 area veterans. Music…https://www.youtube.com/embed/MxFnBdveAPk https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/chamber-honors-local-businesses-at-annual-stars-in-business-awards/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/9RkP80MLUjg/hqdefault.jpgChamber honors local businesses at annual Stars in Business AwardsThe Logan County Chamber of Commerce celebrated local success and the small business community Wednesday night at the Holland Theatre, hosting its annual Stars in Business Awards. The event recognizes outstanding local businesses and leaders who contribute to making Logan County a great place to…https://www.youtube.com/embed/9RkP80MLUjghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/_EgbkEZsckU/hqdefault.jpgChamber honors local businesses at annual Stars in Business AwardsThe Logan County Chamber of Commerce celebrated local success and the small business community Wednesday night at the Holland Theatre, hosting its annual Stars in Business Awards. The event recognizes outstanding local businesses and leaders who contribute to making Logan County a great place to…https://www.youtube.com/embed/_EgbkEZsckUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/jd6ZQ5PiRvo/hqdefault.jpgChamber honors local businesses at annual Stars in Business AwardsThe Logan County Chamber of Commerce celebrated local success and the small business community Wednesday night at the Holland Theatre, hosting its annual Stars in Business Awards. The event recognizes outstanding local businesses and leaders who contribute to making Logan County a great place to…https://www.youtube.com/embed/jd6ZQ5PiRvo https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/tressel-opens-sign-ups-for-2026-team-tressel-fitness-challenge/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/6_h6hT8BkYA/hqdefault.jpgTressel opens sign-ups for 2026 Team Tressel fitness challengeThe following is a press release on Monday, October 27th, from Jim Tressel, the Lieutenant Governor of Ohio: Ohio Lt. Governor Jim Tressel today announced that Ohio schools can now sign up to participate in the next Team Tressel Fitness Challenge that begins on February 2, 2026. Sign-up is open now…https://www.youtube.com/embed/6_h6hT8BkYA https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/benjamin-logan-board-learns-about-a-legacy-scholarship-and-student-achievements/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/9D-6Cl3JDys/hqdefault.jpgBenjamin Logan learns about Legacy Scholarship and grounds damageThe Benjamin Logan Board of Education held its regular meeting on Monday evening. Members approved minutes from several past meetings, along with Memorandums of Understanding covering the district’s evaluation process and transportation training. October Seniors of the Month, Winnie Bodin and Wyatt…https://www.youtube.com/embed/9D-6Cl3JDys https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/benjamin-logan-kindergarten-students-get-a-special-bike-surprise/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/opxPz3Mp_Ek/hqdefault.jpgBenjamin Logan Kindergarten students get a special bike surpriseKindergarten students at Benjamin Logan Elementary School had a memorable Wednesday as they received an exciting surprise funded by a generous $9,000 grant from Honda and All Kids Bike. The grant provided 24 Strider balance bikes, pedal assemblies, helmets, two storage racks, a teacher bike, and a…https://www.youtube.com/embed/opxPz3Mp_Ek https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/lions-park-facilities-a-rarity-for-logan-county/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/K1UFXYNZlWc/hqdefault.jpgLions Park facilities a rarity for Logan CountyApproximately 50 area residents attended the ribbon-cutting for the restroom facilities at Lions Park on Tuesday evening. Little did many of those gathered know, but the new restroom boasts a feature that is rare for Logan County. Krista Oldiges, Superintendent of the Logan County Board of…https://www.youtube.com/embed/K1UFXYNZlWc https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/leadership-group-cuts-ribbon-on-digital-sign-in-north-lewisburg/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nc_h98bNvp0/hqdefault.jpgLeadership group cuts ribbon on digital sign in North LewisburgCommunity members gathered Friday morning in downtown North Lewisburg to celebrate the unveiling of the village’s brand-new digital sign at the Municipal Building, located at 60 Maple Street. The project, a collaboration through Leadership Champaign County, showcases what’s possible when local…https://www.youtube.com/embed/nc_h98bNvp0 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/the-colors-of-fall-already-prominent-throughout-ohio/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/SIOb_LWzuZU/hqdefault.jpgThe colors of fall already prominent throughout OhioFall is here, and vibrant hues of red, orange, and yellow are already sweeping across tree canopies throughout the state. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) will be providing weekly updates on the best locations to enjoy unique activities and beautiful shades of autumn. “Ohio has…https://www.youtube.com/embed/SIOb_LWzuZU https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/135-arrested-in-operation-next-door-across-ohio/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/urmtSfI5tuI/hqdefault.jpg135 arrested in 'Operation Next Door' across OhioA statewide human trafficking operation conducted last week by more than 100 law enforcement agencies resulted in the arrest of 135 people seeking to buy sex, including from minors, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced Monday. “Operation Next Door was named to highlight the proximity and…https://www.youtube.com/embed/urmtSfI5tuI https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/veterans-monument-dedication-set-for-saturday/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sznc41tYGqI/hqdefault.jpgAudio and video included: Bellefontaine unveils new Veterans MonumentBellefontaine gained its newest tribute to local service members on Saturday morning, as community members gathered for the unveiling of a striking new veterans monument. In front of several dozen people, organizers revealed three beautifully crafted monuments honoring the men and women who have…https://www.youtube.com/embed/sznc41tYGqI https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/honda-opens-resource-circularity-center-to-repurpose-retired-equipment/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/lhp7V76vmCs/hqdefault.jpgHonda opens Resource Circularity Center to repurpose retired equipmentHonda has officially launched its new Resource Circularity Center in Ohio, a facility aimed at giving new life to retired equipment, office electronics, and vehicle service parts that might otherwise end up in landfills. Located near Honda’s Marysville and East Liberty Auto Plants, the center is…https://www.youtube.com/embed/lhp7V76vmCs https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/heroes-fight-hunger-food-drive-to-be-held-saturday/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ysobOOlSEuk/hqdefault.jpg"Heroes Fight Hunger" food drive to be held SaturdayOhio Attorney General Dave Yost, the Kroger Co., and law enforcement agencies from across the state are teaming up to fight hunger by hosting a one-day food drive on Saturday. The event, “Heroes Fight Hunger,” will take place this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at all Kroger locations in Ohio. The…https://www.youtube.com/embed/ysobOOlSEuk https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/local-schools-reflect-on-24th-anniversary-of-9-11/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/jzqXxNi6i0g/hqdefault.jpgLocal schools reflect on 24th anniversary of 9/11Thursday marked the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City, the Pentagon, and United Airlines Flight 93, which crashed in Pennsylvania. Patriot Day is a time to remember the lives lost and honor the bravery of first responders and everyday heroes.…https://www.youtube.com/embed/jzqXxNi6i0g https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/wickham-claims-first-victory-at-newcastle-motorsports-park-interview-and-video-included/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/07WWqdbZ4Pc/hqdefault.jpgWickham claims first victory at Newcastle Motorsports Park (Interview and video included)After 40 starts at Newcastle Motorsports Park in the Kart Racers of America (KRA) series, Bellefontaine student Jerome Wickham has taken home his first win in the Cadet class. Wickham has been a strong competitor all season, posting four pole positions and seven top-five finishes in the first 12…https://www.youtube.com/embed/07WWqdbZ4Pc https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/russells-point-honors-community-members-for-tornado-response/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/p-LWHuEDwbI/hqdefault.jpgRussells Point honors community members for tornado responseThe Village of Russells Point, in partnership with Police Chief Joe Freyhof, recognized several individuals during Tuesday night’s council meeting for their dedication in the aftermath of the March 14, 2024, tornado. Those honored were among the first to respond when the storm touched down in the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/p-LWHuEDwbIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/6Tg53SCKDgQ/hqdefault.jpgRussells Point honors community members for tornado responseThe Village of Russells Point, in partnership with Police Chief Joe Freyhof, recognized several individuals during Tuesday night’s council meeting for their dedication in the aftermath of the March 14, 2024, tornado. Those honored were among the first to respond when the storm touched down in the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/6Tg53SCKDgQ https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/willoby-sworn-in-as-logan-county-sheriffs-deputy/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/uDeBM4GPw_o/hqdefault.jpgWilloby sworn in as Logan County Sheriff’s DeputyIn front of family, friends, and colleagues, Jarron Willoby was officially sworn in as the newest deputy at the Logan County Sheriff’s Office on Friday afternoon. After working at the Logan County Jail for a year, Willoby decided to become a deputy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uDeBM4GPw_o A…https://www.youtube.com/embed/uDeBM4GPw_o https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/attorney-general-students-for-teen-ambassador-board/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/i5piVDzhcq0/hqdefault.jpgAttorney General seeks students for Teen Ambassador BoardThe office of Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost is now accepting applications for the Teen Ambassador Board (TAB) for the 2025-26 school year. The program is open to high school juniors and seniors from public, private, charter, and online schools statewide, including home-schooled students. TAB…https://www.youtube.com/embed/i5piVDzhcq0 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/kitten-rescued-from-bellefontaine-sewer-finds-a-new-home/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_A0sFNYClvA/hqdefault.jpgKitten rescued from Bellefontaine Sewer finds a new homeMonday was just another day at the Bellefontaine Fire Department — until a tiny surprise turned it upside down. A little kitten (who was later named Storm) got stuck in a storm drain at Sandusky Avenue and North Detroit Street, and a concerned citizen stopped in at the fire department around 4 PM…https://www.youtube.com/embed/_A0sFNYClvA https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/wulf-sworn-in-as-bellefontaine-fire-department-assistant-chief/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_beTieUURAs/hqdefault.jpgWulf sworn in as Bellefontaine Fire Department Assistant ChiefOn Monday afternoon, Vince Wulf was officially sworn in as the newest Assistant Chief at the Bellefontaine Fire Department. Family was front and center for the ceremony. Wulf’s wife and children, along with several other relatives, supporters, and off-duty firefighters, were on hand to witness the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/_beTieUURAs https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/community-care-day-brings-out-hundreds-of-volunteers/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-b9OhOUAE9c/hqdefault.jpgCommunity Care Day brings out hundreds of volunteersJust about 400 volunteers gathered at Bellefontaine Grace Church on Friday morning for United Way’s Community Care Day and Campaign Kick-Off. This year marks the 10th year of the event in Logan County. After the launch, volunteers fanned out across the county to take on a wide range of…https://www.youtube.com/embed/-b9OhOUAE9c https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/mayor-surprises-duff-with-key-to-city/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gwoCGLz-y2o/hqdefault.jpgMayor surprises Duff with key to cityIn a surprise ceremony Tuesday afternoon, Mayor David Crissman presented Jason Duff, founder of Small Nation, with the key to the City of Bellefontaine, recognizing his efforts to revitalize the downtown area. Duff, a fourth-generation entrepreneur, has spent the past several years working to…https://www.youtube.com/embed/gwoCGLz-y2o https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/local-musician-shares-story-at-rotary-club/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QmKJ9PEuuik/hqdefault.jpgLocal musician shares story at Rotary ClubLocal musician Tucker Munz was the featured speaker at the Bellefontaine Rotary Club’s weekly meeting on Monday afternoon. Munz, a graduate of Benjamin Logan High School, has built a following as a raspy-voiced folk-country singer. Known throughout the area for his unique sound and heartfelt…https://www.youtube.com/embed/QmKJ9PEuuik https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/ohio-corn-wheat-endorses-ramaswamy/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/BTHvYJG5UN0/hqdefault.jpgOhio Corn & Wheat endorses RamaswamyIn a press release earlier this week, Ohio Corn & Wheat endorsed Vivek Ramaswamy, who is hoping to the the next governor of Ohio in 2026. ____________________________________ Ohio’s grain farmers are at a crossroads. With rising input costs, significantly low prices for corn and wheat, and growing…https://www.youtube.com/embed/BTHvYJG5UN0 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/indian-lake-welcomes-new-school-resource-officer/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/kJ_tD2VaYZc/hqdefault.jpgBrenner named new School Resource OfficerA familiar face to the Indian Lake community is stepping into a new role this fall. JR Brenner, a 2011 graduate of Indian Lake High School, has been sworn in as the newest officer with the Washington Township Police Department and will serve as the School Resource Officer for Indian Lake Schools.…https://www.youtube.com/embed/kJ_tD2VaYZc https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/kinney-wins-big-at-2025-ohio-state-fair/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/x-RbJoH7YgA/hqdefault.jpgKinney wins big at 2025 Ohio State FairA Logan County student took home a top honor at the 2025 Ohio State Fair on Thursday. Alivia Kinney, a student at Indian Lake High School, showed the Grand Champion Market Chickens during this year’s junior livestock competition. Her birds were chosen as the best out of dozens of entries from…https://www.youtube.com/embed/x-RbJoH7YgA https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/shroyer-tops-2025-ohio-state-fair-market-lamb-show/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/juAr3o6wTTE/hqdefault.jpgShroyer tops 2025 Ohio State Fair Market Lamb ShowOn Tuesday, Logan County's Jada Shroyer earned Grand Champion of the 2025 Ohio State Fair Market Lamb Show. Shroyer, who will be a senior this fall, impressed the judges in a tough final drive with her lamb Panda. After the show, Joel Penhorwood from Ohio AgNet caught up with Shroyer immediately…https://www.youtube.com/embed/juAr3o6wTTE https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/commissioners-present-flag-to-local-navy-veteran/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sMmG1S-p_sU/hqdefault.jpgCommissioners present flag to local Navy veteranOn Tuesday morning, the Logan County Commissioners honored Navy veteran Rick Payne by presenting him with the American flag that flew above the Logan County Courthouse during June 2025. The commissioners expressed their gratitude for his dedication, both in uniform and at home in Logan County.…https://www.youtube.com/embed/sMmG1S-p_sU https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/rushsylvania-celebrates-independence-day/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pyiBhLd-LYE/hqdefault.jpgRushsylvania celebrates Independence DayThe Village of Rushsylvania celebrated Independence Day in true small-town style on Saturday, with a day full of festivities that brought the community together to honor tradition, service, and patriotism. The day began with a hearty breakfast hosted by the Rushsylvania Lions Club, followed by the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/pyiBhLd-LYE https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/rushsylvania-to-celebrate-4th-on-saturday-mitchells-selected-as-grand-marshals/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pyiBhLd-LYE/hqdefault.jpgRushsylvania to celebrate 4th on Saturday; Mitchells selected as Grand MarshalsThe Village of Rushsylvania will celebrate Independence Day on Saturday, June 28, 2025. Planned is a day full of fun, starting with a Lions Club breakfast from 8 - 10 AM, followed by a parade at noon. The Grand Marshalls of this year's parade are Dan and Joann Mitchell, long-time residents of…https://www.youtube.com/embed/pyiBhLd-LYE https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/new-pickleball-courts-open-and-ready-for-games/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/C9QHdcvJkqA/hqdefault.jpgNew pickleball courts open and ready for gamesApproximately 100 people helped open new pickleball courts at Old Field Beach State Park on a sunny Friday morning. The courts, six in all, are the result of the tireless efforts of many individuals, according to Robin Francisco and Laura Kunkle, Co-founders of the Indian Lake Pickleball Club.…https://www.youtube.com/embed/C9QHdcvJkqA https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/hambley-for-ohio-secretary-of-state-campaigns-in-bellefontaine/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/X_BI-HzvM14/hqdefault.jpgHambley for Ohio Secretary of State campaigns in BellefontaineDr. Bryan Hambley, a physician and community advocate, announced his candidacy for Ohio Secretary of State in January and made a stop in Bellefontaine Thursday night. Hambley, who specializes in leukemia care, is entering the race with a focus on election integrity, civic engagement, and government…https://www.youtube.com/embed/X_BI-HzvM14 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/bellefontaine-high-school-holds-2025-commencement-ceremony/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/qjFftYPPjbk/hqdefault.jpgBellefontaine High School holds 2025 Commencement CeremonyThe 2025 Bellefontaine High School graduates celebrated their many successes at Friday night's commencement at AcuSport Stadium. The 209 graduates were recognized for some impressive academic accomplishments. Sixteen seniors had a 4.0 or higher grade point average. The keynote speaker was 2007 BHS…https://www.youtube.com/embed/qjFftYPPjbk https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/logan-county-communities-unite-to-honor-memorial-day/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KY4NaBIksNU/hqdefault.jpgLogan County communities unite to honor Memorial Day; Photos addedCommunities throughout Logan County came together on Monday to observe Memorial Day and pay tribute to the men and women who gave their lives in military service to the United States. Residents from the City of Bellefontaine and the villages of East Liberty, Rushsylvania, Belle Center, DeGraff…https://www.youtube.com/embed/KY4NaBIksNU https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/benjamin-logan-celebrates-one-of-its-largest-graduating-classes/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/LpBbE3JdfJo/hqdefault.jpgBenjamin Logan celebrates one of its largest graduating classesBenjamin Logan High School proudly hosted its 55th annual commencement ceremony, honoring the achievements and aspirations of the Class of 2025. The evening event marked a milestone for 140 graduating seniors, surrounded by an audience of proud families, educators, and community leaders. Led by…https://www.youtube.com/embed/LpBbE3JdfJo https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/logan-county-collaborative-awards-inaugural-career-launch-grants/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/cNF5ndh3bgk/hqdefault.jpgLogan County Collaborative awards Career Launch GrantsThe Logan County Collaborative has awarded its first-ever Career Launch Grants to five outstanding graduating seniors who are preparing to enter the workforce in Logan County. Thursday afternoon, each recipient received $1,000 to support their transition into careers in construction, skilled…https://www.youtube.com/embed/cNF5ndh3bgk https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/stratton-honored-for-his-service/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-2Zd71sevas/hqdefault.jpgStratton honored for his serviceMelvin Stratton received a flag from the Logan County Commissioners in a ceremony Thursday afternoon. The flag, flown over the Logan County Courthouse during the month of April, was presented to Stratton as part of a program that honors Logan County citizens for their service and leadership.…https://www.youtube.com/embed/-2Zd71sevas https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/judge-braig-sentences-olvera-to-maximum-prison-term/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/SfmFaKgPz6E/hqdefault.jpgJudge Braig sentences Olvera to maximum prison termTuesday afternoon in a Logan County Courtroom, 29-year-old Emily Olvera, of North Lewisburg, was sentenced to the maximum of 5 years in prison on charges of aggravated vehicular assault. Also, Judge Braig added 6 months to be served concurrently for operating a vehicle under the influence (OVI).…https://www.youtube.com/embed/SfmFaKgPz6Ehttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/BTBZkHEWBJk/hqdefault.jpgJudge Braig sentences Olvera to maximum prison termTuesday afternoon in a Logan County Courtroom, 29-year-old Emily Olvera, of North Lewisburg, was sentenced to the maximum of 5 years in prison on charges of aggravated vehicular assault. Also, Judge Braig added 6 months to be served concurrently for operating a vehicle under the influence (OVI).…https://www.youtube.com/embed/BTBZkHEWBJkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/vJbrd5mVZIA/hqdefault.jpgJudge Braig sentences Olvera to maximum prison termTuesday afternoon in a Logan County Courtroom, 29-year-old Emily Olvera, of North Lewisburg, was sentenced to the maximum of 5 years in prison on charges of aggravated vehicular assault. Also, Judge Braig added 6 months to be served concurrently for operating a vehicle under the influence (OVI).…https://www.youtube.com/embed/vJbrd5mVZIA https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/bellefontaine-welcomes-new-firefighter/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/fZvfpRybsFU/hqdefault.jpgBellefontaine welcomes new firefighterOn Monday, the Bellefontaine Fire Department welcomed a new member to its ranks as Mayor Dave Crissman officially swore in firefighter Noah Florhe during a brief ceremony. Florhe, a 23-year-old Urbana native, brings two years of experience to the department. He is married and the proud father of a…https://www.youtube.com/embed/fZvfpRybsFU https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/governor-kicks-off-2025-ohio-inland-fish-day-at-indian-lake/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/PCY8c6uvgsw/hqdefault.jpgGovernor's Inland Fish Ohio Day at Indian LakeGovernor Mike DeWine and First Lady Fran DeWine joined Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz on Friday night to kick off the 2025 Indian Lake fishing season. Together with several local and state officials, the group helped stock the lake with more than 250,000 saugeye…https://www.youtube.com/embed/PCY8c6uvgswhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/WHPyuk2i1Z8/hqdefault.jpgGovernor's Inland Fish Ohio Day at Indian LakeGovernor Mike DeWine and First Lady Fran DeWine joined Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz on Friday night to kick off the 2025 Indian Lake fishing season. Together with several local and state officials, the group helped stock the lake with more than 250,000 saugeye…https://www.youtube.com/embed/WHPyuk2i1Z8 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/cobblestone-hotel-and-suites-officially-open/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-ZPPjr8-9go/hqdefault.jpgIndian Lake Cobblestone Hotel and Suites officially openFor the first time in over 25 years, a new lodging option for visitors to the Indian Lake region is open and ready for business. Several dignitaries, investors, and community members attended the official ribbon cutting at the Cobblestone Hotel and Suites on Tuesday morning, hosted by the Indian…https://www.youtube.com/embed/-ZPPjr8-9go https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/bis-third-graders-deliver-get-in-the-game/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/dEIRR7Q8XaY/hqdefault.jpgBIS Third-graders deliver “Get in the Game”Bellefontaine Intermediate School 3rd-graders recently performed their music program titled “Get in the Game” in the BHS Auditorium. Students dressed up in athletic attire and wore bright colored shirts ordered by their teachers. The program told the story of a student named Joey (played by Rei…https://www.youtube.com/embed/dEIRR7Q8XaY https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/bellefontaine-city-council-addresses-flooding-concerns/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/o4qLOuLSE8I/hqdefault.jpgBellefontaine Council addresses flooding concernsDuring Tuesday evening’s Bellefontaine City Council meeting, Service Safety Director Wes Dodds provided an update on the recent flooding caused by nearly 5 inches of rain. Dodds explained that clogged drains in the city’s retention ponds and debris-filled catch basins contributed to the overflow…https://www.youtube.com/embed/o4qLOuLSE8I https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/state-senator-susan-manchester-sponsors-farm-bureau-health-plan/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/eg-h2i0Qk3w/hqdefault.jpgState Senator Susan Manchester sponsors Farm Bureau Health PlanThe Ohio Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill 100 Wednesday, sponsored by State Senator Susan Manchester (R-Waynesfield). SB 100 creates the opportunity for members of the Ohio Farm Bureau, who are seeking healthcare coverage, to enroll in a more affordable healthcare coverage plan. Agriculture is…https://www.youtube.com/embed/eg-h2i0Qk3w https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/yost-headline-speaker-at-republicans-lincoln-day-dinner/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mGPPfp-PJ_0/hqdefault.jpgYost headline speaker at Lincoln Day DinnerThe Logan County Republican Party hosted its Annual Lincoln Day Dinner at the Winner Harvest Barn on Monday evening, with several elected officials and Republican supporters from around Logan County and beyond filling the venue. The headline speaker for the evening was Ohio Attorney General Dave…https://www.youtube.com/embed/mGPPfp-PJ_0 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/bis-4th-graders-deliver-summer-camp/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/prqDWvmKyME/hqdefault.jpgBIS 4th-graders deliver “Summer Camp”Bellefontaine Intermediate School 4th-graders performed their music program titled “Summer Camp” in the BHS Auditorium on Wednesday night. "Summer Camp" is centered around Bonnie (played by Dori Jervis), a girl who is being sent to summer camp by her parents. Bonnie considers the camp a punishment…https://www.youtube.com/embed/prqDWvmKyME https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/walker-honored-by-commissioners/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/qxY8Ze3WC5w/hqdefault.jpgWalker honored by CommissionersOn Wednesday afternoon, Mr. Jerry Walker, a Vietnam-era veteran and former U.S. Coast Guard member, was honored by the Logan County Commissioners at a special ceremony held at the Logan County Friendly Senior Center. The ceremony celebrated his decades of dedicated service to the nation. During the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/qxY8Ze3WC5w https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/bcs-orchestra-hosts-all-city-strings/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/5Wc9eu4wQ_E/hqdefault.jpgBCS Orchestra hosts All City StringsThe Bellefontaine High School Orchestra hosted the All City Strings concert in the BHS Auditorium on Wednesday night. The orchestras from 5th through 8th Grades and the BHS Orchestra each performed during the event. Special awards were presented to each orchestra. Recipients of the 110% Award…https://www.youtube.com/embed/5Wc9eu4wQ_E https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/chwp-opens-school-based-health-center-at-graham/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/j-te0bQpZN0/hqdefault.jpgCHWP opens School-Based Health Center at GrahamOn Thursday afternoon, Community Health and Wellness Partners (CHWP) celebrated the opening of their fifth School-Based Health Center at Graham Elementary. The ribbon-cutting ceremony featured speeches from Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, Congressman Jim Jordan, and State Representative Tim…https://www.youtube.com/embed/j-te0bQpZN0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/b9E-WctRzCY/hqdefault.jpgCHWP opens School-Based Health Center at GrahamOn Thursday afternoon, Community Health and Wellness Partners (CHWP) celebrated the opening of their fifth School-Based Health Center at Graham Elementary. The ribbon-cutting ceremony featured speeches from Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, Congressman Jim Jordan, and State Representative Tim…https://www.youtube.com/embed/b9E-WctRzCY https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/a-conservation-success-story-bald-eagle-released-at-indian-lake/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-PhMH8BktUA/hqdefault.jpgA conservation success story: bald eagle released at Indian LakeA bald eagle that State Wildlife Officer Brian Motsinger rescued in January was released back into the wild Monday afternoon at Indian Lake after a 40-day rehab stay at Crows Hollow Wildlife Care near Richwood, Ohio. Motsinger, out of the District One office in Columbus, was on patrol when he was…https://www.youtube.com/embed/-PhMH8BktUA https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/still-anchored-in-hope-one-year-later/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/DbdaM6d4w9Y/hqdefault.jpgStill anchored in hope, one year laterOn Friday evening, the community of Indian Lake gathered at Indian Lake High School to remember the EF3 tornado that devastated the region on March 14, 2024. The ceremony, organized by the Logan County Emergency Management Agency (EMA), marked the one-year anniversary of the storm and provided an…https://www.youtube.com/embed/DbdaM6d4w9Y https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/indian-lake-stronger-than-the-storm/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gNTPOr9HGL0/hqdefault.jpgStronger than the storm: One year laterFriday morning, nearly 200 people from the Indian Lake community came together for a breakfast event at Indian Lake High School to honor first responders and residents on the first anniversary of the tornado that struck the region. The event, themed "Stronger Than The Storm," highlighted the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/gNTPOr9HGL0 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/commissioners-recognize-colonel-robert-c-hume-for-his-service/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/MUN964Ggy2k/hqdefault.jpgCommissioners recognize Colonel Hume for his serviceThursday, Logan County Commissioners Joe Antram, Mike Yoder, and Greg Fitzpatrick honored Lieutenant Colonel Robert C. Hume, U.S. Air Force (Retired), for his outstanding service. During a special ceremony, the commissioners presented Colonel Hume with an American flag that had been flown above the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/MUN964Ggy2k https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/indian-lake-school-district-taps-brady-hipsher-as-new-treasurer/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WqWMXCTIGng/hqdefault.jpgIndian Lake taps Brady Hipsher as new TreasurerWednesday night, the Indian Lake Local School District Board of Education made an important decision regarding its financial leadership. The board approved the appointment of 24-year-old Brady Hipsher as the new Assistant Treasurer starting April 1st and approved a 3-year contract for him to become…https://www.youtube.com/embed/WqWMXCTIGng https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/school-resource-officers-saluted/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UJ59Fnlrmjs/hqdefault.jpgSchool Resource Officers salutedFebruary 15th marks National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day, and in Logan County, several incredible officers and deputies serve in this vital role, working hard to keep students safe and foster positive relationships within their school communities. Riverside Local Schools Deputy Jean…https://www.youtube.com/embed/UJ59Fnlrmjs https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/eyes-in-the-sky-washington-township-police-adds-drone/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/jjdVt_p1Mmo/hqdefault.jpgEyes in the sky: Washington Township Police adds droneThe Washington Township Police Department has recently added a $17,000 DJI-M30T drone to help with important tasks like search-and-rescue missions and emergencies. The drone is mainly operated by Brian Jones who works for the department. Officers Chuck Wirick, Logan Miller, and Logan Brown are also…https://www.youtube.com/embed/jjdVt_p1Mmo https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/pioneers-sneak-past-bellefontaine-il-downs-the-raiders/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ro2rQJ7-7P8/hqdefault.jpgPioneers sneak past Bellefontaine, IL downs the RaidersThe Bellefontaine Chieftains nearly had the upset, but lost in the final 4 minutes of the game at home Friday Night against top-ranked Jonathan Alder, 60-54. The Chiefs owned the first three quarters having complete command of the boards and responding in likeness to every shot the Pioneers made…https://www.youtube.com/embed/ro2rQJ7-7P8 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/ema-director-honored-for-leadership-in-storm-ready-program/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/OUwfk4UuFDA/hqdefault.jpgNorris honored for leadership in Storm Ready ProgramTuesday afternoon, the National Weather Service (NWS) of Wilmington recognized Logan County Emergency Management Agency Director, Helen Norris, for her years of dedicated leadership in the Storm Ready Program. Norris was honored in a ceremony attended by friends, family, and several community…https://www.youtube.com/embed/OUwfk4UuFDA https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/lakers-sink-northwestern-west-liberty-over-triad/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/O42wxFHG2GI/hqdefault.jpgLakers Sink Northwestern; West Liberty Over TriadMad River Division-leading Indian Lake beat down the Warriors of Northwestern Friday night at Indian Lake High School, 80-72. The Lakers were led by the dynamic duo of Junior guard Avery Pequignot and Sophmore guard Brodey Reisinger, each scoring 15 points in the first half, putting the Lakers up…https://www.youtube.com/embed/O42wxFHG2GI https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/ag-yost-launches-app-introduces-other-ways-to-report-signs-of-human-trafficking/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/B8zjDYG7PC4/hqdefault.jpgAG Yost introduces other ways to report signs of human traffickingThe new statewide Human Trafficking Hotline established by the office of Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost can now be accessed in four convenient ways, making it easy for the public to report information about suspected human trafficking. “Human trafficking thrives in the shadows, but we cannot allow…https://www.youtube.com/embed/B8zjDYG7PC4 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/karg-sentenced-to-community-control-for-theft-in-office/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/PW559L7dmwU/hqdefault.jpgKarg sentenced to Community Control for Theft in OfficeThursday morning, former Bellefontaine Band Director Jeremy Karg was sentenced to five years of Community Control after pleading guilty to Theft in Office, a fourth-degree felony. Karg admitted to embezzling funds from Bellefontaine City Schools over a five-year period, specifically band fees…https://www.youtube.com/embed/PW559L7dmwU https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/lady-raiders-show-muscle-against-triad/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4Nrppe5GtJ8/hqdefault.jpgLady Raiders show muscle against TriadBenjamin Logan Senior Forward Lahna Cook took advantage of Senior night as the Lady Raiders grounded the Triad Cardinals 49-29 Wednesday night at Benjamin Logan High School. As the Raiders took a lead from the very start, Cook helped keep them there through the 1st half scoring 13 points from the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/4Nrppe5GtJ8 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/lakers-outpower-kenton-ridge-for-big-cbc-win/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/2n67uNrsynA/hqdefault.jpgLakers outpower Kenton Ridge for big CBC win; Other teams have mixed resultsThe Indian Lake Lakers showed why they're one of the best in the CBC Tuesday night as they handed the Cougars of Kenton Ridge a heavy loss, 82-63. Led by Junior guard Avery Pequinot's 30 points, the Lakers held a commanding lead from tip-off to the final buzzer. Indian Lake head coach Zach Overturf…https://www.youtube.com/embed/2n67uNrsynA https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/cedarville-tops-west-liberty-salem-benjamin-logan-wins-at-ridgemont/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KgbuEu5GgEk/hqdefault.jpgCedarville tops West Liberty-Salem; Benjamin Logan wins at RidgemontThe West Liberty-Salem Tigers were defeated by Cedarville 48-39. Leading the Tigers were Ava Astorino with 15 points, and Addie Wallen with 8 points. Head Coach McIntosh talks about the loss: In JV action, WL-S won 25-20, with Arianna Weaver and Lucy Cole both scoring 9 points.…https://www.youtube.com/embed/KgbuEu5GgEk https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/chieftains-down-north-union-in-a-battle-from-downtown/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QYvMUGaNeyk/hqdefault.jpgBoys battle on the court Tuesday nightTuesday night, the Riverside boys basketball teams faced Northridge at home. In the freshman game, Riverside lost 51-20. Gabe Steinman led the team with 9 points and 8 rebounds, while Aidan Fout netted 11 points and had 6 rebounds. In the JV game, Riverside was defeated 57-36, with Syler Clark…https://www.youtube.com/embed/QYvMUGaNeyk https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/close-calls-and-big-wins-girls-basketball-teams-in-action-wednesday-night/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/C8X0Uhvi9JI/hqdefault.jpgClose Calls and Big Wins: Wednesday Night Girls BasketballThe Varsity Lady Raiders hosted the Bellefontaine Chieftains in a tough match. The Raiders were defeated 48-38. Adilynne Gregg led the team with 10 points and 16 rebounds, while Kylie Harner and Daylin Varner each contributed 10 points for the Raiders. Quinlan Zedeker and Hailee Lamb both had 11…https://www.youtube.com/embed/C8X0Uhvi9JI https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/indian-lake-and-riverside-secure-exciting-wins/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/jfkeba5W4Sg/hqdefault.jpgIndian Lake, Riverside and Bellefontaine Secure Exciting WinsIndian Lake’s varsity boys basketball team won 56-54 against North Union in a thrilling finish. Brodey Reisinger led the team with 13 points, and Avery Pequignot added 12 points. The game came down to the final seconds, with Colin Bendler scoring a layup at the buzzer to win the game for Indian…https://www.youtube.com/embed/jfkeba5W4Sg https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/high-school-basketball-friday-night-results/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/1uIT2qmitPg/hqdefault.jpgHigh School Basketball Friday Night ResultsIn boys basketball, the Benjamin Logan Raiders hosted Indian Lake Friday night and lost 49-30. Maddox Vermillion scored 8 points while Diesel Baughman and Cayden Brown each added 7 for the Raiders. Avery Pequinot led the Lakers with 14 and Brodey Reisinger added 13. West Liberty-Salem defeated…https://www.youtube.com/embed/1uIT2qmitPg https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/2024-logan-county-investitures-ceremony/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-c5FP1sZB6c/hqdefault.jpg2024 Logan County Investitures Ceremony; Leaders Take Oath of OfficeTuesday morning the 2024 Logan County Investitures Ceremony took place at the Logan County Court House. Oaths of Office were administered by Ohio Supreme Justice Patrick Fischer to six Logan County Officials. Here are his opening remarks…https://www.youtube.com/embed/-c5FP1sZB6c https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/hundreds-gather-for-heartwarming-grandparent-holiday-sing-a-long/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/b6xfQoHYIhM/hqdefault.jpgHundreds Gather for Heartwarming Grandparent Holiday Sing-A-LongThursday morning, Benjamin Logan High School was filled with joy and music as hundreds of grandparents attended the highly anticipated Grandparent Holiday Sing-A-Long, a beloved tradition featuring the sweet voices of K-4 students. This event, reserved exclusively for grandparents, has grown in…https://www.youtube.com/embed/b6xfQoHYIhM https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/logan-county-commissioners-honor-navy-veteran-james-woodard/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_Nk6IKjOOFU/hqdefault.jpgLogan County Commissioners Honor Navy Veteran James WoodardThursday afternoon, Logan County Commissioners Joe Antram and Mike Yoder honored Navy Veteran James Woodard for his service. Mr. Woodard served from 1963 to 1966, primarily as the barber aboard his ships. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and was stationed in Boston, Massachusetts…https://www.youtube.com/embed/_Nk6IKjOOFU https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/benjamin-logan-high-school-finalist-in-jostens-contest-boe-highlights/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_Il1qBeqFkY/hqdefault.jpgBenjamin Logan High School Finalist in Jostens Contest; BOE HighlightsThe Benjamin Logan Board of Education held its regular meeting Monday evening. During the meeting, the Board recognized April King of V-Teck Communications and Sharyn Kopf of the Bellefontaine Examiner for their contributions to balanced and insightful education reporting. Both were honored with…https://www.youtube.com/embed/_Il1qBeqFkY https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/bcs-board-hears-fall-athletic-wrap-up/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/tmAgbuBrN-Q/hqdefault.jpgBCS Board Hears Fall Athletic Wrap-upBellefontaine City Schools held its monthly board meeting Monday night in the High School Sloan Distance Learning Center. BCS Athletic Director Jason Calton recapped a very successful fall sports season. Cross-country standouts Hayden Maus and Grace Brown were honored as well. Maus finished 15th at…https://www.youtube.com/embed/tmAgbuBrN-Q https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/bellefontaine-quarterback-tavien-st-clair-signs-with-ohio-state/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/IcV3OnSO5gQ/hqdefault.jpgBellefontaine Quarterback Signs with Ohio StateBellefontaine High School senior quarterback Tavien St. Clair officially signed with The Ohio State University on Wednesday afternoon in a ceremony at the BHS main gym. The consensus five-star recruit, who has earned recognition on the local, state, and national levels, made his commitment to Ohio…https://www.youtube.com/embed/IcV3OnSO5gQ https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/citizens-speak-out-about-moratorium-on-marijuana-dispensaries/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/zhQ_SNPXygw/hqdefault.jpgCitizens Speak Out About Moratorium on Marijuana DispensariesA few residents took to the podium to address their concerns about the moratorium that the council enacted in February of this year. As previously reported on peakofohio.com, the city council enacted a moratorium on zoning permit or application requests relating to cannabis cultivation, processing…https://www.youtube.com/embed/zhQ_SNPXygw https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/tigers-beat-lakers-to-advance-to-dv-final-four/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/oONnfQApaCw/hqdefault.jpgTigers beat Lakers to advance to DV final four56 teams took the field Friday night in Ohio for a chance to move on to the final four in their division. Locally, we had a great matchup with Indian Lake facing West Liberty-Salem. Division V Region 20 To watch the game in its entirety CLICK HERE (11-3) Indian Lake 14 (13-1) West Liberty-Salem 21…https://www.youtube.com/embed/oONnfQApaCw https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/bellefontaine-police-department-welcomes-two-new-officers/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/7HBYQad2nA0/hqdefault.jpgBellefontaine Police Department Welcomes Two New Officers; VIDEO IncludedThe Bellefontaine Police Department officially welcomed two new officers on Wednesday afternoon. Police Chief Chris Marlow and Mayor Dave Crissman held a swearing-in ceremony for Maguire Stratton, 21, and Anthony Carothers, 26, both of Bellefontaine. https://youtu.be/7HBYQad2nA0?si=jggeA6ghtJHJ1ahg…https://www.youtube.com/embed/7HBYQad2nA0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/CMViNArwQmk/hqdefault.jpgBellefontaine Police Department Welcomes Two New Officers; VIDEO IncludedThe Bellefontaine Police Department officially welcomed two new officers on Wednesday afternoon. Police Chief Chris Marlow and Mayor Dave Crissman held a swearing-in ceremony for Maguire Stratton, 21, and Anthony Carothers, 26, both of Bellefontaine. https://youtu.be/7HBYQad2nA0?si=jggeA6ghtJHJ1ahg…https://www.youtube.com/embed/CMViNArwQmk https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/theres-a-new-fire-chief-in-bellefontaine-council-takes-other-action/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/8IgZeyLPSAc/hqdefault.jpgThere's a New Fire Chief in Bellefontaine; Council Takes Other ActionThe Bellefontaine City Council held its bi-monthly meeting Tuesday night in council chambers. at the top of the agenda, Mayor Dave Crissman swore in three new city employees. First, out the gate, the Mayor swore in a new Fire Chief, Brian Wilson. Wilson had been Interim Chief after Chief Fissel…https://www.youtube.com/embed/8IgZeyLPSAchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/pXIjBD2hP98/hqdefault.jpgThere's a New Fire Chief in Bellefontaine; Council Takes Other ActionThe Bellefontaine City Council held its bi-monthly meeting Tuesday night in council chambers. at the top of the agenda, Mayor Dave Crissman swore in three new city employees. First, out the gate, the Mayor swore in a new Fire Chief, Brian Wilson. Wilson had been Interim Chief after Chief Fissel…https://www.youtube.com/embed/pXIjBD2hP98https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_6eatP7gKcs/hqdefault.jpgThere's a New Fire Chief in Bellefontaine; Council Takes Other ActionThe Bellefontaine City Council held its bi-monthly meeting Tuesday night in council chambers. at the top of the agenda, Mayor Dave Crissman swore in three new city employees. First, out the gate, the Mayor swore in a new Fire Chief, Brian Wilson. Wilson had been Interim Chief after Chief Fissel…https://www.youtube.com/embed/_6eatP7gKcs https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/commissioners-dedicate-flag-to-local-veteran/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/icVkhAVBe58/hqdefault.jpgCommissioners Dedicate Flag to Local VeteranOn Monday, as part of its annual Veterans Day program, Benjamin Logan High School honored local veterans with a special ceremony, including the dedication of a flag to Mr. Philip Godwin, a distinguished U.S. Army veteran. The flag, which flew over the Logan County Courthouse in October 2024, was…https://www.youtube.com/embed/icVkhAVBe58https://i.ytimg.com/vi/eIZ4l_8YrCI/hqdefault.jpgCommissioners Dedicate Flag to Local VeteranOn Monday, as part of its annual Veterans Day program, Benjamin Logan High School honored local veterans with a special ceremony, including the dedication of a flag to Mr. Philip Godwin, a distinguished U.S. Army veteran. The flag, which flew over the Logan County Courthouse in October 2024, was…https://www.youtube.com/embed/eIZ4l_8YrCI https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/chamber-of-commerce-honors-local-businesses-and-leaders-at-awards-ceremony/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/cWnTECQm-uc/hqdefault.jpgChamber of Commerce Honors Local Businesses and Leaders at Awards CeremonyOn Wednesday night, the Logan County Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Stars in Business - Night of Recognition event, celebrating outstanding businesses and community members who have made a positive impact in the area. The evening featured the presentation of several prestigious awards. This…https://www.youtube.com/embed/cWnTECQm-uchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/gIbha7HFFZ8/hqdefault.jpgChamber of Commerce Honors Local Businesses and Leaders at Awards CeremonyOn Wednesday night, the Logan County Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Stars in Business - Night of Recognition event, celebrating outstanding businesses and community members who have made a positive impact in the area. The evening featured the presentation of several prestigious awards. This…https://www.youtube.com/embed/gIbha7HFFZ8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/eeYBXAyNP24/hqdefault.jpgChamber of Commerce Honors Local Businesses and Leaders at Awards CeremonyOn Wednesday night, the Logan County Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Stars in Business - Night of Recognition event, celebrating outstanding businesses and community members who have made a positive impact in the area. The evening featured the presentation of several prestigious awards. This…https://www.youtube.com/embed/eeYBXAyNP24 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/logan-county-commissioners-honor-veteran-with-flag-presentation/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/iIT8vaju2D0/hqdefault.jpgLogan County Commissioners Honor Veteran with Flag PresentationOn Tuesday afternoon, the Logan County Commissioners presented a flag flown above the Logan County Courthouse in September to Air Force Veteran Mr. Bill “Popeye” Myers. Myers grew up in Lakeview, Ohio. and graduated from Stokes Local in 1959. He served as an airman in the United States Air Force…https://www.youtube.com/embed/iIT8vaju2D0 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/comstock-delivers-on-courtyard-camp-out-promise/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nQjIsoxJj-Q/hqdefault.jpgComstock Delivers on Courtyard Camp Out PromiseBellefontaine Middle School Assistant Principal Matt Comstock showcased his Chieftain Pride in a unique way this week. After BMS students sold an incredible 67,000 booster bars, Mr. Comstock delivered on his promise. For every 1,000 bars sold, Comstock agreed to spend one hour camping out in the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/nQjIsoxJj-Q https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/logan-county-republicans-rally-against-issue-1/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_wObWM9i48Q/hqdefault.jpgLogan County Republicans Rally Against Issue 1On Sunday evening, the Logan County Republican Party gathered for their Fall Rally at Winner Harvest Barn, just outside DeGraff. The event was opened with a welcome, invocation, pledge, and National Anthem sung by Gina Campbell, Ohio Central Committee Representative. Logan County Engineer, Scott…https://www.youtube.com/embed/_wObWM9i48Q https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/bellefontaine-rotary-club-presents-captivating-rat-pack-performance/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/HsfWzVyGEyw/hqdefault.jpgBellefontaine Rotary Club Presents Captivating 'Rat Pack' PerformanceOn Saturday, the Rotary Club of Bellefontaine and the Benjamin Logan Music Boosters collaborated to host a delightful performance of "The Rat Pack" at the Benjamin Logan High School Auditorium. The show featured an impressive trio: Jim Stoner portrayed Frank Sinatra, Timothy Boysel took on the role…https://www.youtube.com/embed/HsfWzVyGEyw https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/yost-connects-with-local-leaders-at-logan-county-chamber-legislative-breakfast/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/5XiklTguGcc/hqdefault.jpgYost Connects with Local Leaders at Legislative BreakfastOhio Attorney General Dave Yost spoke to a full audience at the Logan County Chamber of Commerce Legislative Breakfast on Wednesday morning. The event, held at Green Hills in West Liberty, provided Yost an opportunity to update attendees on key issues, including government uncertainty and election…https://www.youtube.com/embed/5XiklTguGcc https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/behind-the-badge-sheriffs-citizens-academy-explores-use-of-force/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/SjAm9yexjuI/hqdefault.jpgSheriff’s Citizens Academy Explores Use of ForceTuesday night, participants in the Behind the Badge Sheriff’s Citizens Academy gathered for their Week 5 session, focusing on the critical topic of the use of force in law enforcement. During the session, attendees learned about the specific circumstances under which deputies may use weapons and…https://www.youtube.com/embed/SjAm9yexjuI https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/listen-up-senator-matt-huffman/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/a4epwkvD3pE/hqdefault.jpgListen Up! Senator Matt HuffmanGood morning and welcome to Listen Up! Listen Up! is a weekly public affairs show where I discuss topics in our county, and beyond. This week I caught up with the President of the Ohio Senate, Matt Huffman, and talked about Issue One: Find out more about Issue One from the President's Podcast HERE.…https://www.youtube.com/embed/a4epwkvD3pE https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/fall-colors-already-popping-through-tree-canopies-across-ohio/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/58T6GWCOv6Y/hqdefault.jpgFall Colors Already Popping Through Tree Canopies Across OhioAs the days grow shorter and the nights a little cooler, signs of autumn have already begun to emerge. As Ohio’s forest canopies begin their color transformation to strong reds, vivid yellows, and bold oranges, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) will be providing weekly updates on the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/58T6GWCOv6Y https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/lakeview-launches-paint-loco-pink-initiative/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QT5wB_Hep-k/hqdefault.jpgLakeview Launches Paint LoCo Pink InitiativeLast night, Lakeview kicked off its Paint LoCo Pink initiative in partnership with the Logan County Cancer Society. This month-long campaign aims to celebrate breast cancer survivors and raise awareness about the disease. Logan County Commissioner Mike Yoder spoke passionately about the resilience…https://www.youtube.com/embed/QT5wB_Hep-k https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/logan-county-republicans-open-headquarters/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/IeWAPN-PmWg/hqdefault.jpgLogan County Republicans Open HeadquartersIn a significant boost for local GOP activities, the Logan County Republicans officially opened their new headquarters on Tuesday at noon. The grand opening took place at 117 North Madriver Street in Bellefontaine, with a host of notable Republican figures in attendance to mark the occasion. Among…https://www.youtube.com/embed/IeWAPN-PmWghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/WEek7_iHDso/hqdefault.jpgLogan County Republicans Open HeadquartersIn a significant boost for local GOP activities, the Logan County Republicans officially opened their new headquarters on Tuesday at noon. The grand opening took place at 117 North Madriver Street in Bellefontaine, with a host of notable Republican figures in attendance to mark the occasion. Among…https://www.youtube.com/embed/WEek7_iHDso https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/united-ways-community-care-day-mobilizes-400-volunteers-for-logan-county/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/2ehc7MVW4DA/hqdefault.jpgUnited Way's Community Care Day Mobilizes 400+ Volunteers for Logan CountyMore than 400 enthusiastic volunteers gathered at Bellefontaine Grace Church this morning to kick off United Way's Community Care Day and Campaign Kick-Off. The event, which mobilizes local residents for a range of service projects, aims to make a significant impact across Logan County. Volunteers…https://www.youtube.com/embed/2ehc7MVW4DA https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/logan-county-honors-veteran-with-special-flag-presentation-on-100th-birthday/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/tPXfK4gvi3c/hqdefault.jpgVicario Honored with Flag Near 100th BirthdayIn a heartfelt ceremony on Tuesday afternoon, the Logan County Commissioners presented a special flag to Mrs. Maxine Vicario, a distinguished veteran, in honor of her 100th birthday. The flag, which had flown above the Courthouse in July, was given to Vicario as a symbol of gratitude for her…https://www.youtube.com/embed/tPXfK4gvi3chttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/o_JgvUROfeA/hqdefault.jpgVicario Honored with Flag Near 100th BirthdayIn a heartfelt ceremony on Tuesday afternoon, the Logan County Commissioners presented a special flag to Mrs. Maxine Vicario, a distinguished veteran, in honor of her 100th birthday. The flag, which had flown above the Courthouse in July, was given to Vicario as a symbol of gratitude for her…https://www.youtube.com/embed/o_JgvUROfeA https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/city-council-holds-hearing-on-solar-legislation-amidst-community-concerns/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/t0TNeOCIOaI/hqdefault.jpgCity Council Holds Hearing on Solar Legislation Amidst Community ConcernsThe Bellefontaine City Council convened a heated public hearing on Tuesday evening, drawing more than 50 community members to discuss proposed legislation on solar energy use within the city. The 30-minute hearing featured strong reactions from residents who voiced their opposition to the idea…https://www.youtube.com/embed/t0TNeOCIOaI https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/bellefontaine-to-review-solar-legislation-at-next-council-meeting/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/in2aSVfjFtI/hqdefault.jpgBellefontaine to Review Solar Legislation at Next Council MeetingThe City of Bellefontaine currently has no legislation about solar use within the city limits. Recently, the council was approached about a proposed project from Hodson Energy called the "Blue Jacket Solar Project". The proposed project would be a 40-megawatt project, consuming 215 acres just…https://www.youtube.com/embed/in2aSVfjFtI https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/henry-crowned-king-huffman-queen-of-2024-logan-county-fair/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/2SSA9DvdXoQ/hqdefault.jpgHenry Crowned King; Huffman Queen of Logan County FairSunday evening, in front of a packed sale barn judges Logan County Sheriff Randy Dodds, Richwood Bank's Bethany Watts, and Small Nation's Shannon Reese, crowned the 2024 Logan County Fair Royalty. 2024 Logan County Fair Royalty Judges Peyton Henry, of West Liberty, will serve as the 2024 Logan…https://www.youtube.com/embed/2SSA9DvdXoQ https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/safety-improvements-proposed-at-us-33-and-state-route-274/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/peUf2NRdWxs/hqdefault.jpgRoundabout Proposed at US 33 and State Route 274The Ohio Department of Transportation proposes to implement safety improvements at the intersection of US 33 and State Route 274. This intersection is experiencing a high number of crashes, the majority of which are injury crashes, including fatalities. Based on their analysis, their preferred…https://www.youtube.com/embed/peUf2NRdWxshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/_RiFBFjUIv0/hqdefault.jpgRoundabout Proposed at US 33 and State Route 274The Ohio Department of Transportation proposes to implement safety improvements at the intersection of US 33 and State Route 274. This intersection is experiencing a high number of crashes, the majority of which are injury crashes, including fatalities. Based on their analysis, their preferred…https://www.youtube.com/embed/_RiFBFjUIv0 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/mohler-sentenced-to-prison-for-aggravated-vehicular-homicide/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/kt8Tv0eC7M8/hqdefault.jpgMohler Sentenced to Prison for Aggravated Vehicular HomicideJudge Kevin P. Braig of the Logan County Court of Common Pleas today sentenced Briana Mohler to an indefinite mandatory prison term of 11 to 16.5 years on her conviction of aggravated vehicular homicide, a felony of the first-degree. Judge Braig also sentenced Mohler to 180 days in jail to be…https://www.youtube.com/embed/kt8Tv0eC7M8 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/benjamin-logan-graduates-encouraged-to-choose-attitude-be-present-make-someones-day/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ILaR2jlYJzQ/hqdefault.jpgBenjamin Logan Graduates Encouraged to Choose Attitude, Be Present & Make Someone's DayIn her speech, Principal Annette Alatorre reflected on her first year at Benjamin Logan High School, describing it as an amazing transition from her previous role in Detroit. She expressed gratitude for the warm welcome from the school community, particularly the senior class, and shared mixed…https://www.youtube.com/embed/ILaR2jlYJzQ https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/local-student-honored-on-2023-2024-final-wall-of-fame/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/8AaJzblMwbM/hqdefault.jpgLocal Students Honored on Final 2023/2024 Wall of FameLocal students were honored on the Wall of Fame at Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken in Bellefontaine Tuesday evening. The wall hosts up to six local Bellefontaine City School students and Calvary Christian students each quarter of the school year. Each school was asked to select one student and provide…https://www.youtube.com/embed/8AaJzblMwbM https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/bhs-releases-senior-video/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wrATjyCvvWM/hqdefault.jpgBHS Releases Senior VideoWBCS has released the 2024 Senior Video. The 30-minute video captures memories from elementary school through high school. The video concludes with the annual Senior Walk. The Class of 2024 will graduate on Friday, May 24th at 7 p.m. You can watch the Senior Video at…https://www.youtube.com/embed/wrATjyCvvWM https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/odnr-shares-indian-lake-vegetation-survey-update/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/t3S0YYv4B4M/hqdefault.jpgODNR Shares Indian Lake Vegetation Survey UpdateThe Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is pleased to share updates on the recent vegetation survey conducted at Indian Lake and the ongoing efforts to manage aquatic vegetation: On April 24, ODNR received preliminary results from the early season vegetation survey carried out by…https://www.youtube.com/embed/t3S0YYv4B4M https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/indian-lake-emergency-relief-grants-awarded-to-small-businesses/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Oa_o__WTR5Q/hqdefault.jpgEmergency Relief Grants Awarded to Small BusinessesBy: Michael Kildow The Ohio Chamber of Commerce, Indian Lake Chamber of Commerce, and Logan County Chamber of Commerce today held a check presentation event to award the first round of Tornado Relief Emergency Fund Small Business Grant Recipients. This grant is intended to provide relief to small…https://www.youtube.com/embed/Oa_o__WTR5Q https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/governor-dewine-speaks-about-indian-lake-funding-at-press-conference/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/BuZtEg7djeQ/hqdefault.jpgGovernor DeWine Speaks About Indian Lake Funding at Press ConferenceGovernor Mike DeWine and several others spoke at a press conference at Indian Lake today: https://youtu.be/BuZtEg7djeQ?si=1CqpLUuszsZ-l95Q Additionally, we spoke with Governor DeWine afterward and got more details: We also caught up with Representative Jon Cross and he talked more about his role in…https://www.youtube.com/embed/BuZtEg7djeQ https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/governor-tours-tornado-damage-at-indian-lake/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UqsSUnBVRdE/hqdefault.jpgGovernor tours tornado damage at Indian LakeGovernor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted visited Logan County Friday afternoon to tour Indian Lake and get a first-hand look at the tornado damage. After stopping and speaking with several people, the governor and company proceeded to Indian Lake High School where they held a press…https://www.youtube.com/embed/UqsSUnBVRdE https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/bellefontaine-rotary-enjoys-jazz-performance/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/uafbpN4AX7Q/hqdefault.jpgBellefontaine Rotary Enjoys Jazz PerformanceThe Bellefontaine Rotary Club was entertained Monday by the Benjamin Logan High School Jazz Band. With just shy of 30 members in the band, they played several Jazz tunes for the group including this song, West End Blues: https://youtu.be/uafbpN4AX7Q Director, Myles Bowers talks about the above…https://www.youtube.com/embed/uafbpN4AX7Q https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/local-students-honored-on-wall-of-fame-2/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rvZ8pwXR7K0/hqdefault.jpgLocal Students Honored on Wall of FameIn front of a packed restaurant, 6 local students were honored on the Wall of Fame at Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken in Bellefontaine Tuesday evening. The wall hosts Bellefontaine City School students and Calvary Christian students each quarter of the school year. Each school was asked to select one…https://www.youtube.com/embed/rvZ8pwXR7K0 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/hudson-sworn-in-as-west-liberty-mayor/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/a52IFDsLqAg/hqdefault.jpgHudson Sworn-in as West Liberty MayorJudges Kim Kellogg-Martin and Natasha Kennedy swore in West Liberty's newest mayor, Brad Hudson, Wednesday evening. Hudson will take his place as mayor of the village on January 1st, 2024. His first council meeting is set for Monday, January 8, 2024, at 7 PM in council chambers. Mayor Hudson talks…https://www.youtube.com/embed/a52IFDsLqAg https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/crissman-sworn-in-as-bellefontaine-mayor/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/DPeY2LNZLX8/hqdefault.jpgCrissman Sworn in as Bellefontaine MayorThe City of Bellefontaine will have a new mayor in 2024. Friday afternoon, in front of friends and family, Judge Natasha R. Kennedy swore in David Crissman as the next City of Bellefontaine Mayor. https://youtu.be/DPeY2LNZLX8?si=CQbq8WgL9DOrtMwG In a short ceremony, David thanked those who have…https://www.youtube.com/embed/DPeY2LNZLX8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/GtGeUC41mJ8/hqdefault.jpgCrissman Sworn in as Bellefontaine MayorThe City of Bellefontaine will have a new mayor in 2024. Friday afternoon, in front of friends and family, Judge Natasha R. Kennedy swore in David Crissman as the next City of Bellefontaine Mayor. https://youtu.be/DPeY2LNZLX8?si=CQbq8WgL9DOrtMwG In a short ceremony, David thanked those who have…https://www.youtube.com/embed/GtGeUC41mJ8 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/honorable-jacob-a-estes-sworn-in-as-municipal-court-judge/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KBLwm26N8jc/hqdefault.jpgHonorable Jacob A. Estes Sworn in as Municipal Court JudgeThursday, the Bellefontaine Municipal Court held the swearing-in of Jacob A. Estes in front of a packed courtroom. The Honorable Jacob A. Estes replaces the retiring Honorable Ann E. Beck, who has served the court for some time. She had these sentiments about her retirement: Several Judges were…https://www.youtube.com/embed/KBLwm26N8jchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/5LCi5kLB3Nw/hqdefault.jpgHonorable Jacob A. Estes Sworn in as Municipal Court JudgeThursday, the Bellefontaine Municipal Court held the swearing-in of Jacob A. Estes in front of a packed courtroom. The Honorable Jacob A. Estes replaces the retiring Honorable Ann E. Beck, who has served the court for some time. She had these sentiments about her retirement: Several Judges were…https://www.youtube.com/embed/5LCi5kLB3Nw https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/near-peak-and-peak-conditions-bring-a-dazzling-show-of-fall-colors-to-ohio/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/22ptG5lwy-4/hqdefault.jpgNear Peak and Peak Conditions Bring a Dazzling Show of Fall Colors to OhioCOLUMBUS, Ohio – A true fall color show is now coming to fruition in the Buckeye State, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). Near peak and peak conditions are now being reported by fall color reporters statewide. “It looks like we are nearing prime fall color viewing in the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/22ptG5lwy-4 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/cultivating-community-bellefontaine-municipal-airport/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Dk9KWeHCHI0/hqdefault.jpgCultivating Community: Bellefontaine Municipal AirportLocals know that the Bellefontaine Municipal Airport exists but no one really understands what happens there on a daily basis. There are lots of misconceptions that it is a money pit for the City of Bellefontaine and that it costs taxpayers lots of money for minimal/no benefit. Recently I spent a…https://www.youtube.com/embed/Dk9KWeHCHI0 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/honda-introduces-prototype-electric-autonomous-work-mower/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ptN-qrEGqX0/hqdefault.jpgHonda Introduces Prototype Electric Autonomous Work MowerHonda today introduced the all-electric prototype Honda Autonomous Work Mower (AWM), the company's first battery-powered electric zero-turn riding (ZTR) mower aimed at boosting worksite efficiencies through autonomous solutions. The Honda AWM will be featured at the upcoming Equip Exposition, Oct.…https://www.youtube.com/embed/ptN-qrEGqX0 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/blhs-art-department-welcomes-resident-artist-richard-duarte-brown/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/2FjtomW1Nx8/hqdefault.jpgBLHS Art Department welcomes resident artistThe BLHS Art Department welcomes resident artist Richard Duarte Brown. This residency is made possible by the Ohio Arts Council’s TeachArtsOhio grant. Duarte was named to the 2022 Aminah Robinson Fellowship program and was also a recipient of the 2022 Governor's Award for the Arts. Visual Arts…https://www.youtube.com/embed/2FjtomW1Nx8 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/jervis-performs-tuesday-on-americas-got-talent/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/piwFqb7mjtA/hqdefault.jpgJervis Performs Tuesday on America's Got TalentKylie Frey is an up-and-coming country music star and is taking her chances on NBC's America's Got Talent (AGT). AGT first aired in 2006 and stars Simon Cowell. Undiscovered talent of all ages, appear before Cowell and his panel of celebrity judges who decide which contestants move on in the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/piwFqb7mjtA https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/bhs-graduates-encouraged-to-find-their-passion/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/JxXp1YJvVOg/hqdefault.jpgBellefontaine High School graduates encouraged to find their passionThe 2023 Bellefontaine High School graduates celebrated their many successes at Friday night's commencement at AcuSport Stadium. The 181 grads were recognized for some impressive academic accomplishments. This year’s senior class was awarded nearly $1.1 million in scholarships. Several seniors had…https://www.youtube.com/embed/JxXp1YJvVOg https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/reames-to-speak-at-bcs-graduation/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/JxXp1YJvVOg/hqdefault.jpgReames to Speak at Bellefontaine GraduationThe Bellefontaine High School Class of 2023 will graduate Friday evening. The ceremony starts at 7 o’clock at AcuSport Stadium, and the live stream will start at approximately 6:45 PM. You can watch Friday night’s ceremony at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxXp1YJvVOg The 2023 BHS Valedictorian is…https://www.youtube.com/embed/JxXp1YJvVOg https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/ohp-healthcare-academy-named-after-boe-president/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xK_FogoArq8/hqdefault.jpgOHP Healthcare Academy Named After BOE PresidentThe Ohio Hi-Point Board of Education dedicated to Board President Anne Reames, the Anne Marie Nicolosi Reames Healthcare Academy Wednesday evening after convocation. Reames has served on the Ohio Hi-Point Board of Education for approximately twenty years and is an active member of the community and…https://www.youtube.com/embed/xK_FogoArq8 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/cultivating-community-wishwell-farms-produce/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/qk90_moQSHU/hqdefault.jpgCultivating Community: The story of Wishwell Farms ProduceBeing a farm kid can be challenging yet fun. Getting up at the crack of dawn to get the cows milked is not any fun, especially in the middle of the winter. Getting to ride in the combine and maybe into a little mischief along the way, now that's some good old-fashioned fun. Bellefontaine native…https://www.youtube.com/embed/qk90_moQSHU https://www.peakofohio.com/local-sports/tigers-and-hillclimbers-advance-in-girls-basketball/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/9uM09GwwON4/hqdefault.jpgArea teams advance in girls hoops; Chiefs top Raiders - Weekend basketball resultsArea teams hit the court over the weekend. In varsity girls tournament action: In Division II, from Tecumseh, Urbana knocked out Valley View 57-48 in a game broadcast on 106.9 The Bull. Urbana vs. Valley View from Tecumseh The Lady Hillclimbers were down by one at the half and would pull away late…https://www.youtube.com/embed/9uM09GwwON4 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/raiders-robotics-team-gears-up-for-wapak-tournament/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/p0saB6MxBH4/hqdefault.jpgRaiders robotics team gears up for Wapak tournamentThe Benjamin Logan High School Robotics team completed the judging interview portion of the Wapakoneta Qualifying Tournament Thursday evening. The team met remotely with judges to share their robot's design and discuss other topics such as outreach and teamwork. On Saturday (February 4), the…https://www.youtube.com/embed/p0saB6MxBH4 https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/liberty-national-bank-merging-with-middlefield-bank/https://i.ytimg.com/vi/tyzbwMugi8U/hqdefault.jpgLiberty National Bank merging with Middlefield BankBeginning December 1, Liberty National Bank will be part of Middlefield Bank. President and CEO Ron Zimmerly shared the news Monday via a video news release. Liberty National Bank has two branches in Bellefontaine (North and South Main Street), as well as branches in Marysville, Kenton, Ada, and…https://www.youtube.com/embed/tyzbwMugi8U