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The state of Ohio has awarded counties around the state around $11 million dollars in federal Community Development Block Grand funds to make community improvements to 51 locations. Here are the counties and projects that received funding in our area. Read moreSeveral area counties receive funding for community projects
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Ohio’s minimum wage increases to $11 an hour on Jan. 1, with higher rates for tipped workers, while smaller employers remain at the federal minimum wage. Read moreOhio minimum wage rises to $11 an hour on Jan. 1
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New Ohio laws taking effect Jan. 1 require schools to restrict cell phone use during the school day and allow districts to carry and administer Narcan under state guidelines. Read moreOhio enacts new school rules on cell phones and Narcan
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From major economic developments to tragic accidents and historic losses, these were the local stories that captured the most attention across the region in 2025. Read moreTop Local Stories of 2025: Demolition, Development and Defining Moments
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The Auglaize County Historical Society welcomed families to the Wapakoneta Museum for a Noon Year’s Eve event aimed at celebrating and sharing the county’s rich history. Read moreAuglaize County Historical Society rings in Noon Year’s Eve with museum event
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Federal workplace safety officials have issued more than $41,000 in fines following the July 31 building collapse in St. Marys. Read moreOSHA fines $41K after St. Marys building collapse investigation
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Ohio lawmakers approved $40 million in funding, signed by Gov. Mike DeWine, to provide mental health treatment for police, firefighters and EMS personnel experiencing … Read moreOhio approves $40M to Support First Responder PTSD Treatment
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The Ohio Controlling Board approved $3.2 million in funding for a new mixed-use building at Grand Lake St. Marys State Park and a study of two U.S. 33 bridges in Augla… Read moreOhio approves $3.2M for Auglaize County State Park, bridge projects
