New Washington Bicentennial Gallery

New Washington is celebrating its bicentennial this weekend.

By Kaitlyn Geiger June 20, 2026 5:15 pm

Two boys play a basketball shooting game on a street fair, one about to release a ball toward the hoop, with a crowd and a truck in the background. — Crawford County Now

Lifestyle

21 hours ago

Crestline native pens children’s book highlighting mental health

Crestline native and licensed clinical social worker Jamie Fricker will release her children’s book, Theo Goes to Therapy, on Aug. 27 to encourage mental health awareness and support.

Court/Crime

20 hours ago

Crawford County Jury convicts Bucyrus man of strangulation and domestic violence

A Crawford County jury convicted Ricky Chavarria of felony strangulation and domestic violence charges following a trial involving a Bucyrus East Warren Street incident.

Community First

20 hours ago

Bucyrus Bratwurst Festival returns Aug. 13-15 with food, music and family events

The 2026 Bucyrus Bratwurst Festival returns Aug. 13-15 with live music, contests, parades, food and family activities celebrating one of Crawford County’s biggest summer traditions.

Podcasts

2 days ago

Cleveland band Recess and Sorelle lead musical lineup for Lexington Blueberry Festival

The Lexington Blueberry Festival returns August 20–23 with a new date, live performances by NBC’s The Voice alumni Sorelle, mechanical rides, and an expanded lineup of blueberry-themed treats.

Local

21 hours ago

Pillar Credit Union brings new banking location to Mansfield

Pillar Credit Union has opened its newest Mansfield branch following its merger with Tappan Credit Union, expanding local banking services, loans, and community involvement.