Senate, governor debates canceled in Ohio after GOP opts out
COLUMBUS (AP) — An independent commission in Ohio canceled a pair of debates in the state’s governor’s and U.S. Senate races on Wednesday because the Republican candidates declined to participate.
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Manhattan Shorts Film Festival
Kennedy highlights police programs for helping veterans
LIMA — It can be an enormously difficult task for members of the military to readjust to civilian life, with many dealing with the effects of post-traumatic stress and even traumatic brain injury. Some find the answers in drugs, which can lead to crime and multiple encounters with law enforcement and the court system. On Wednesday, Ohio Supreme Court Justice Sharon Kennedy spoke to the chiefs of Allen County law enforcement agencies to highlight this issue as well as efforts to address it.
Ohio GOP House candidate misrepresented military service
WASHINGTON (AP) — Campaigning for Congress in northwestern Ohio, Republican J.R. Majewski presents himself as an Air Force combat veteran who deployed to Afghanistan after the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
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Auglaize County celebrates 175th anniversary with photo contest
WAPAKONETA — Auglaize County is celebrating its 175th anniversary in 2023. To join in the celebration, community members are invited to take photographs that showcase what life is like in the county.
Lima man gets 4 years prison for January bar fight
LIMA — A Lima resident charged in a January fight outside J’s American Pub that left a man with extensive facial fractures will spend four years in prison.
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Bluffton Fall Festival returns after two-year pause
BLUFFTON — The days are becoming noticeably shorter. The leaves are showing signs of fall colors and football is in full swing.
Christmas at Fountain Park seeking donations
VAN WERT — Van Wert groups plan to host the Christmas Spirit by hosting its annual Christmas at Fountain Park.