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Charges: Man used bad check to purchase cow at auction in Sibley County
A man is accused of stealing a cow by using a bad check to pay for the animal’s purchase. John D. Ayars, 80, of Mechanicsburg, Ohio, was charged last week in Sibley County Court with felony theft by false representation. A criminal complaint says Ayars wrote a $12,700 check...
Police search for missing York Township man
YORK, Pa. — Police are searching for a missing man in York County. Miguel Anthony Pereira III did not return to his home on the 1800 block of Saratoga Road in York Township Thursday after leaving his job at York College at about 3:40 p.m., according to York County Regional Police.
Flower sale proceeds go toward trips for veterans
DUBLIN, Ohio (WCMH) – The Washington Township Fire Department held its seventh annual flower sale today. Not only can customers pick something up for their moms, they’ll help support a good cause. That’s because sales go toward Honor Flight Columbus: a nonprofit that gives United States veterans a trip to Washington D.C. to see the […]
Inmate hit by vehicle driven by officer at Ohio women's prison, video shows
A lieutenant driving a small utility vehicle through the prison yard hit an inmate at the Ohio Reformatory for Women in Marysville, body camera footage shows. Two officers in the vehicle were rushing to respond to a fight inside a building at the prison when the collision occurred. ...
Surgeon turned beer maker to launch new central Ohio brewery
DUBLIN, Ohio (WCMH) — A central Ohio gastrointestinal surgeon with a passion for beer is maximizing his retirement to embark on a new journey: transforming a vacant site into a sprawling new brewery that aims to serve as a community hub. Bill Schirmer, a surgery specialist and Johns Hopkins School of Medicine graduate, kicked off […]
Village clean-up day a success
MECHANICSBURG – The Mechanicsburg Village Council met on Monday in the municipal building. The new owner of the Certified gas station, located at 283 West Main Street, was present to address the council. He introduced himself as Mike, and mentioned plans to apply for a liquor license and install a drive-thru as well as update gas pumps.
Crash reported on South Queen Street in York Township
TYLER RUN-QUEENS GATE, Pa. — A vehicle crash was reported at the intersection of South Queen Street and Tyler Run Road in York Township around 2 p.m. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. There may be reports of one lane being closed due to the crash but...
Wags Bakery opens
The Champaign County Chamber of Commerce organized a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Wags Bakery’s grand opening on Friday, May 3. Specializing in creating nutritious and wholesome dog treats, boutique toys, chews, and apparel for your furry family members, Wags is situated at 321 N. Main St., Urbana. Their opening hours are T-Th 11 am- 7 pm, Fri 11 am- 6 pm, and Sat 11 am- 4 pm. For inquiries, you can contact them at 937-505-0554. Left to right: Polly Trenor, Joy Trenor, Nick Redavide (Urbana Lions Club), Staci Weller, Bobbi McKee, Kaitlyn Gearheart, Jamon Sellman, Jenny White, Suzanne Williams, Audra Bean, Jon Williams, Ryan Berry, Melissa Lawson, Hazel Lawson Murray, Justin Weller, Jessie Lowe, Dave Smith and Sara Neer.
Baseball Recap: Marysville has no trouble against Central Crossing
Marysville never got on the board in their matchup last Friday, but that sure wasn't the case in their game against Central Crossing on Friday. They were the clear victor by an 11-2 margin over the Central Crossing Comets. That's more bragging rights for Marysville, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Mercy celebrates Nurses Week
It’s Nurses Week and Mercy Health is celebrating with a “Nursing Excellence” awards ceremony. The recognition included providers, RNs, LPNs and support service team members as “friends of nursing.” The recipients were nominated and chosen by peers across the market. Urbana Mayor Bill Bean even offered a proclamation to start the event.
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