The Ohio Department of Transportation asking drivers to be mindful of their workers out on the roads. ODOT District 1 announced that an employee was in a work truck that had been struck by another vehicle in a work zone near Findlay last week. More >>

The State of Ohio is reporting that there are now 39 deaths and 1,933 confirmed cases of COVID-19.    475 of that number are hospitalized, 163 have been admitted to the ICU.  Locally the numbers reported by the state stayed basically the same as Sunday.  Monday afternoon, Hancock County anno… More >>

After securing FDA approval for Columbus company, Battelle, the State of Ohio has shifted it's attention to expanding hospital capacity.Gov. Mike DeWine said Ohio Health Director and National Guard General are discussing plans for when Ohio hits it's peak. The general said they plan to take … More >>

The Better Business Bureau is warning people about scammer taking advantage of the COVID-19 outbreak. The agency says that there are people getting calls or emails from individuals who claim to be from the Center for Disease Control or Homeland Security. The scammers are saying to qualify fo… More >>

Press Release from Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative: Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative (PPEC) knows career preparation can be expensive. That’s why one of PPEC’s cooperative principles, “Education, Training, and Information,” aims to uplift the next generation of leaders and help them… More >>

Governor Mike DeWine expressing his frustration that the FDA didn't follow through with his plea on Saturday to fully approve the technology to sterilize medical masks.During the press conference on Sunday, he said it was reckless for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration not to have already… More >>

COLUMBUS, Ohio)— Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today expressed deep disappointment in the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) decision to limit the use of new technology to sterilize desperately-needed surgical masks in Ohio and other parts of the United States.… More >>

Governor Mike DeWine making a plea to Ohio manufacturers and the federal government to help provide the equipment for medical people on the front line of the state’s COVID-19 outbreak. DeWine outlined a list of 10 items that are the most needed including personal protective equipment or PPE … More >>

Rhodes State College board of directors have decided to cancel the May 2nd graduation ceremony because of the COVID-19 outbreak.  According to a media release sent out by the college, the board made the difficult decision to cancel the spring commencement ceremony.  Their reasoning was becau… More >>

During Gov. Mike DeWine's daily update, he signed House Bill 197 and provided updated information. House Bill 197 gives relief to schools, hospitals and more caused by Coronavirus. Friday, there were 1,137 cases reported and the death toll rises to 19. DeWine also received a new model, from … More >>

With Gov. Mike DeWine signing House Bill 197, the bill sets parameters for how Ohio will go through with the Primary Election. The bill states people can vote only by absentee ballot going forward and must submit their votes by April 28. There will be no in-person voting except for people wi… More >>

Severe weather can strike us at any time, even at night while we are sleeping. So, it’s critical to have multiple ways to receive weather alerts and to understand what the alerts mean. A watch is issued when conditions are favorable for severe weather to occur, and this is the time to get pr… More >>

No new orders have come from Gov. Mike DeWine on Thursday but we are seeing new data on the track Ohio is on. Dr. Amy Acton released the latest numbers of Coronavirus in Ohio. As of Thursday morning, there are 867 cases and 15 deaths. Acton and DeWine expressed how much social distancing has… More >>

Ohio Senator Sherrod Brown is currently working on a plan to help healthcare workers with the shortage of personal protective equipment. Brown recently sent a letter to President Donald Trump with nine steps the administration could take to address this issue. One step is to designate a gove… More >>

Although the Ohio statewide tornado drill was canceled Wednesday due to the COVID-19 pandemic, now would be great for your family to utilize this time at home to practice tornado safety. When it comes to staying safe when severe weather strikes, prevention and practice before the storm is ke… More >>

As Ohio lawmakers work to pass a bill to help residents during the COVID-19 outbreak, the number of cases continue to rise. Ohio's death total from COVID-19 has risen from 8 to 10. There are 704 confirmed cases in the state, 182 are hospitalized and 75 of that number are in the ICU.  Governo… More >>

On Wednesday, Ohio lawmakers will be meeting to discuss a new bill intended to ensure the government and state services are still able to operate during the coronavirus pandemic. The new bill addresses several topics, one of which is the future of the EdChoice vouchers. If passed, voucher qu… More >>

A Columbus Grove man, convicted of a double murder in 1974, will remain in prison. Robin Bender was up for parole in February, but the parole denied his early release and his next parole hearing will be in December 2023. Bender was convicted of murder back in 1974 for killing Kenny and his f… More >>

On the first day of the "Stay at Home" order, the confirmed COVID-19 numbers in the State of Ohio did jump and the number of deaths reports have moved to from 6 to 8.  The Director of the Ohio Department Health Amy Acton says there are 564 confirmed cases in the state, 145 have been hospital… More >>

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine looking to slow down spending as state revenue begins to drop. At Monday's press conference, state officials announced that there are 442 confirmed cases in 46 of Ohio's counties for COVID-19. There are 104 hospitalizations and now six deaths in the state. More >>

Governor DeWine making the announcement that Ohio will be under a "Stay-at-Home" order effective at 11:59 p.m. Monday night, he said that Ohioans should stay home until at least April 6th, then the order will be reassessed at that time.  But there are exceptions for people to go after essent… More >>

Director's Order that All Persons Stay at Home Unless Engaged in Essential Work or Activity I, Amy Acton, MD, MPH, Director of the Ohio Depmtment of Health (ODH), pursuant to the authority granted to me in R.C. 3701.13 to "make special orders ... for preventing the spread of contagious or in… More >>

The Girl Scouts of Western Ohio are trying to think outside the box to sell their remaining cookies.The Girl Scouts troops were heading into their last boost in their cookie sales when the COVID-19 outbreak happened.  Now they are reaching out to community partners to take part in a program … More >>

Area law enforcement officials are looking for information about crimes or persons listed in this graphic. The Lima/Allen-Putman County Crime Stoppers Program offers cash awards of up $1,000.00 to anyone who provides anonymous tip information that would lead to the arrest of anyone listed on… More >>

Every year around this time K&J Greenhouse in Columbus Grove is typically busy with customers constantly putting in orders for their annual Easter lilies and hydrangeas.But this year things have changed. Many of the business's plants and flowers are sold to churches and with them closing… More >>

The deaths are in Cuyahoga, Erie and Lucas counties.   33 of the 88 Ohio counties have confirmed cases of the new coronavirus,  Defiance and Darke counties have cases in our area.  Governor DeWine announced opening the “Emergency Operating Center” to assist with their efforts against the spr… More >>

COLUMBUS, Ohio)— Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Health Director Amy Acton, M.D., MPH, today announced that a Lucas County man has died from COVID-19. The death of the 76-year-old man is the first death due to COVID-19 in Ohio. More >>

Although we have already experienced some spring-like temperatures this month, spring officially began late Thursday night. Meteorologist Nathan Kitchens explains the meaning behind the spring equinox, and what we can expect as we head deeper into the spring season. We can finally say goodby… More >>

During another update from Gov. Mike DeWine he announced another executive order to close a few more businesses.DeWine's order is to close all adult day care centers and senior citizen centers at the close of the work day on Monday. Ohio also has its first death reported from the Coronavirus… More >>

Message from Dr. Jeff Jarvis, President, University of Northwestern OhioWe have all watched with concern as the COVID-19 pandemic made a significant impact to our state and nation. These are unprecedented times and together, we are charting new territory, as we respond to the rapidly-evolvin… More >>

The impact on Ohio workers is taking hold as more companies are shutting down to the coronavirus concerns. The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services is handling unemployment benefits and has seen more than 100,000 people apply for assistance. With the abundance of people contacting Ohio… More >>

With the stress of the pandemic on local grocery stores, the West Ohio Food Bank is gearing up to keep food on resident’s tables. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has authorized the assistance of the National Guard to food banks to help during this crisis. The West Ohio Food Bank is in the process … More >>

As of Wednesday afternoon, state officials say that there have been 88 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in 19 Ohio counties, (Ashland (1), Belmont (2), Butler (8), Coshocton (2), Cuyahoga (38), Darke (1), Delaware (1), Franklin (7), Geauga (1), Huron (1), Lake (2), Lorain (6), Lucas (1), Mahoning… More >>

Governor DeWine recently issued a state of emergency for the state of Ohio, and along with the Ohio Department of Health, has implemented a variety of strategies to reduce the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). To do our part in reducing risk to Ohio State University Extension em… More >>

Governor DeWine and health officials once again updated the state on the current spread of the Coronavirus on Tuesday afternoon. As of Tuesday morning, there are 67 confirmed cases in the state with 17 hospitalizations. The main point from the director of health is that a surge in cases is a… More >>

Following the postponement of the Primary Election, Governor Mike DeWine has recalled the legislature back to Columbus to solidify a new election date. In his press conference Tuesday, Dewine says he is still aiming for a June 2 election day. Monday night, Dewine and the secretary of state d… More >>

It now appears Ohioans will not vote in the 2020 Primary Election on Tuesday. It has been a back and forth struggle Monday, but now, Ohio's top health official is expected to step in and order the polls closed. Monday afternoon, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced he intended to suspend in-p… More >>

After serious consideration of the grave health risk involved in public gatherings and in order to curb the spread of the Coronavirus, the bishops of Ohio have decided, effective immediately, to suspend temporarily all publicly celebrated Masses/liturgies, at least through the celebrations o… More >>

Schools and businesses are not the only things being affected right now by the coronavirus. It has also taken a huge toll on the economy. This past weekend, central banks cut the interest rates to help soothe the markets. But instead it caused the DOW to drop over 1900 points Monday. This is… More >>

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today announced that the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) has issued a Director's Order that will close all Ohio bars and restaurants to in-house patrons, effective at 9:00 p.m. today, March 15, 2020. Restaurants with take-out and delivery options will still be able … More >>

The number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the State of Ohio has jumped to 36, and state officials are prohibiting indoor eating and drinking to continue to slow the spread of the disease.  As of the last update at 2 p.m. Sunday afternoon, there are now 11 counties (Belmont 2, Butler 6, Cu… More >>

Area law enforcement officials are looking for information about crimes or persons listed in this graphic. The Lima/Allen-Putman County Crime Stoppers Program offers cash awards of up $1,000.00 to anyone who provides anonymous tip information that would lead to the arrest of anyone listed on… More >>

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Health Director Amy Acton, M.D., MPH, today provided an update on Ohio's response to the COVID-19 public health crisis. There are currently 26 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Ohio. The 12 women and 14 men range in age from 31 to 86 years old. S… More >>

Lieutenant Governor Jon Husted discussing some of the things that his office is doing to help with jobs throughout the state. Husted heard from the Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce about work that is being done here in Northwest Ohio for jobs and business, and talked about initiatives held by… More >>

State officials releasing the latest numbers and more closing because of the spread of COVID-19.  The Director of the Ohio Department of Health, Dr Amy Acton, saying there are now currently 26 confirmed cases in 8 Ohio counties (Belmont 2, Butler 4, Cuyahoga 11, Franklin 1, Lorain 1, Stark 3… More >>

The governor releasing new guidelines and numbers in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak.  Mike DeWine announced the number of confirmed cases in Ohio has jumped from 5 Thursday to 13 Friday with the age range of 34 to 66 years old.    The state's coronavirus website says another 159 people ar… More >>

The following statement is attributable to Secretary of State Kathy Hobbs (AZ), Secretary of State Laurel Lee (FL), Elections Board Chairman Charles Scholz (IL) and Secretary of State Frank LaRose (OH):  As each of our four states prepare for voters to head to the polls on a Tuesday, March 1… More >>

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)— Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Health Director Amy Acton, M.D., MPH, today provided an update on Ohio's response to the COVID-19 public health crisis. There are currently 13 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Ohio. SCHOOL LUNCHES: In response to a request from… More >>

After receiving updated guidance from the Ohio Governor Mike DeWine late Thursday afternoon, the University of Northwestern Ohio will be suspending face-to-face instruction at the close of business Friday, March 13,2020. There are no known cases of COVID-19 in Allen County or northwest Ohio.… More >>