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The Mercer County Educational Service Center hosted its annual Professional Learning Conference, and more than 1,200 teachers and administrators from 13 districts were in attendance. Read more1,200 Mercer county educators attend learning conference
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Governor Mike DeWine is taking new steps to improve safety for young drivers. Read moreState of Ohio launches new app to help teen drivers
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Ohio’s minimum wage will increase to $11 an hour for non-tipped employees and $5.50 for tipped workers on Jan. 1, 2026, under the state’s inflation-based adjustment law. Read moreOhio’s minimum wage to jump to $11 an hour starting in 2026
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One person has died and another was injured after a crash in Mercer County on Friday. Read moreOne dead, one injured in fatal Mercer County crash
Halloween will be here before we know it! Here is a list of local trick or treat nights. Read more2025 Trick or Treat times for West Central Ohio
The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) is reminding all drivers and passengers of the importance of wearing a safety belt. Read moreOhio State Highway Patrol reminds drivers to Buckle Up. Every Trip. Every Time.
Ohio’s minimum wage is scheduled to increase Jan. 1, 2026, to $11 per hour for non-tipped employees and $5.50 per hour for tipped employees. Read moreOhio minimum wage set to increase in 2026
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Midwest Electric recently donated $14,640 to 17 west-central Ohio charities and community projects through the cooperative’s Community Connection Fund. Read moreMidwest Electric members donate $14,640 to 17 local organizations