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Henry County grand jury returns indictments against 13 persons
NAPOLEON — A Henry County grand jury has returned indictments against 13 persons, according to Prosecutor Gwen Howe-Gebers’ office. Indicted were: • Jared Bauman, 38, Napoleon, for burglary, a second-degree felony. He allegedly trespassed in an occupied structure on March 22 to commit a theft offense. • Thomas Skiver, 34, Archbold, for aggravated possession of...
Patrick Henry boys earn shutout win over rival William Fleming 2-0
ROANOKE, Va. – If you thought the William Fleming--Patrick Henry rivalry was just in football and boys and girls basketball, think again. It’s just as heated on the soccer field as well. The Colonels beat the Patriots in an overtime thriller a few weeks ago, so the visiting...
Weston Doctor Sentenced to 10 Years for Running Pill Mill and Illegally Dispensing Controlled Substances
A 72-year-old Weston doctor has been sentenced to a decade behind bars following his conviction on charges of unlawfully dispensing a vast quantity of controlled substances. Dr. Osmin Morales, as noted in a statement by United States Attorney's Office, received a 10-year federal prison sentence on April 25, for his role in operating a pill mill type clinic.
Hackberry tree planted at Ottawa Metro Park commemorates the 75th anniversary of ODNR
ALLEN COUNTY, OH (WLIO) - The Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District teamed up with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to celebrate Arbor Day. The two joined at the Ottawa Metro Park to plant a new hackberry tree. The tree commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources and its long-standing history of preserving nature in Ohio. Members of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources and Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District helped dig the hole for the tree, replace the soil, and lay down the mulch.
Fallen firefighters, including Kalida man, to be honored
EMMITSBURG, Md. – A Kalida man will be among Ohio firefighters to be honored Saturday and Sunday during the 43rd National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend, hosted by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. This year’s national tribute will honor 89 firefighters who died in the line of duty in 2023...
Prep roundup: Homier leads Continental to shutout win
Gracie Homier threw a one-hit shutout, hit a home run and collected three RBI in Continental’s victory. Emma Skinner picked up the win for the T-Birds. Ava Henry had three hits out of the leadoff spot and Ryeleagh Butler drove in four runs for Leipsic. Lincolnview 7, Coldwater 4;...
Kaufman and Rieman chosen as honored senior citizens
PUTNAM COUNTY- Michelle Kaufman, Ottawa, describes her volunteer work as being the extra set of hands when something needs done. Norma Rieman, Ottawa, said this is also a description of what she does when doing volunteer work. Both women are retired nurses, and both will be honored on May 8...
Miller City allows no points against Ottoville
Defense dominated as Miller City pitched an 8-0 shutout of Ottoville on April 30 in Ohio softball action. In recent action on April 22, Miller City faced off against Holgate. Check out our complete girls softball roundup to stay up-to-date on all the action. We want your feedback on the...
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