Ohio News Briefs
Ohio sheriff pleads guilty to drug charges, theft in officeFREMONT, Ohio (AP) — A suspended Ohio sheriff has pleaded guilty to stealing prescription drugs...
Y hosts Turkey Trot fundraiser on Thanksgiving morn
The Champaign Family YMCA’s 2nd annual Turkey Trot starts at 8:30 a.m. on Thanksgiving morning. Shown are a few of last year’s participants. Individuals...
Dec. 7 Soroptimist Spaghetti Dinner to support scholarships
The Urbana chapter of Soroptimist International is selling tickets for the club’s annual Rockin’ Robin spaghetti dinner, to be held 5 to 7 p.m....
Court administrator receives national certification
COLUMBUS - Sandi Perry was one of 30 Ohio court professionals to receive national certification as a Certified Court Manager during a Nov. 18,...
Horses bring Santa on Friday
An ever-growing cavalry will be participating in the second annual Urbana Holiday Horse Parade at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 25, to make sure...
Slower growth forecast for Ohio holiday retail sales
CINCINNATI (AP) — Holiday retail spending growth is slowing in Ohio, according to an annual forecast released Monday ahead of Black Friday and other...
Ohio News Briefs
Ohio drivers will see drug abuse warnings during holidaysCOLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio plans to take advantage of the busy holiday travel season to...
Crash injures Bellefontaine man
An area man was injured in a single-vehicle accident Monday morning, according to the Champaign County Sheriff’s Office. Motorist Justin Allen, age 29 of...
Local schools receive award for test gains
Three Champaign County schools received the state school board Momentum Award for exceeding student growth, as measured on the state report card.Graham Elementary, Mechanicsburg...
Science fair attracts visitors
ST. PARIS – Which serves as a better battery – a lemon or a potato? Which household cleaner works best? Which beverage does more...