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Council reviews two proposals

A new state law will require that government units record, and in most cases live-steam, their meetings beginning in 2025.

Village awards paving project

A contract has been awarded for the next street reconstruction project.

Fort Recovery will purchase a new bus

Fort Recovery Local Schools will be getting a new bus.

Charge dismissed as trial is underway

A Portland woman accused of neglecting and killing her son started her trial Monday.

Essay winner

A local elementary student won an award last month for writing an essay.

Heart association honors IU Health, Reid

Two health care organizations were awarded last week.

Reitz served as a White House intern

Twenty-five years ago this week, a Portland man came in contact, quite literally, with the president.

Dirksen wins one for the boys

There had been a pattern in the large animal supreme showmanship competition. Girls won the trophy seven times in a row, starting with Kyndal Miller in 2015 and continuing through Lindy Mercer last year. Eli Dirksen broke the trend.

Scotty on stage

Country music artist Scotty McCreery performs in the haze Friday night in front of the grandstand at the Jay County Fair.

Murder trial begins Monday

A Portland woman charged with the death of her son will go to trial next week.

Kelly sentenced to 30 years

A Portland man has been sentenced to three decades in prison.

Cincinnatus honors six for their service

The Cincinnatus League celebrated six senior citizens Wednesday for their commitment to volunteerism and service during the Jay County Fair.

Basford’s goat put on Houdini act

Tuesday was a busy day at the Jay County Fair. There was a pet parade, a magician and extra games for Kids’ Day. A couple of local musicians held live performances at the Farmer’s Building. There was even a professional bull rider who recently graduated from Jay County High School …

Stability issues forced early website launch

A new website is active.

Haffner hoists

Katie Haffner is a regular when it comes to holding the big banner at the dog show.
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