OJ Simpson dies at 76
LAS VEGAS — O.J. Simpson, the decorated football superstar and Hollywood actor who was acquitted of charges he killed his former wife and her friend but was found liable in a separate civil trial, has died. He was 76.
Proposed quarry divides Noble Township
NOBLE TOWNSHIP — Opponents of a proposed stone quarry urged the Noble Township Zoning Commission on Wednesday to reject an application to rezone 142 acres of farmland, where contractor Weber Materials plans to build the open-pit mine.
DeWine focuses on children in his State of the State address
COLUMBUS — Improving access to child care and kids’ health care form the core elements of Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine’s agenda in 2024, as the second-term Republican rolled out a slate of policy priorities focusing on children to state lawmakers Wednesday.
Cenovus announces $1.5 billion investment, expansion in Ohio
LIMA — Cenovus has announced a $1.5 billion investment in its Ohio refineries, both in Lima and Oregon.
Beatles tribute headlines amphitheater schedule
LIMA — There will be a full slate of entertainment at the Greater Lima Region Park and Amphitheater this summer.
No injuries as explosion takes place at Leipsic facility
LEIPSIC — No injuries were reported in an explosion Tuesday at the POET Biorefining facility in Leipsic.
Chapel at Ottawa facility dedicated in honor of Columbus Grove native
OTTAWA — Audrey Ruthman spent much of her life renovating chapels, completing 36 restorations of the quiet retreats for prayer.
Lima planning commission reviews commercial zoning changes
LIMA — The Lima planning commission met Wednesday to discuss changes to rezoning code that could have a big impact on neighborhood improvements.