News
1 week ago
Know before you glow: State Fire Marshal reminds Ohioans of fireworks laws, urges caution ahead of New Year’s Eve celebrations

The Ohio State Fire Marshal is urging residents to follow safety guidelines and legal discharge hours to prevent injuries as Ohio enters the 2026 New Year’s holiday.

Local
1 week ago
Crawford County Now counts down the most read stories of 2025

Crawford County Now counts down the top 10 most-read local news stories of 2025, reflecting on a landmark year of more than 4 million views.

Court/Crime
2 weeks ago
Investigation concludes into November Tiffin murder-suicide that killed two adults, two children

The Seneca County Coroner’s Office has concluded its investigation into the November murder-suicide in Tiffin, confirming the final autopsy results for Ryan Eagon, Dustin Willey, and two young children.

Public Health Expert
2 weeks ago
Testing your home for Radon: A simple step to protect your health

Health officials urge Ohio residents to test their homes for radon, the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers, with free or low-cost testing kits available through the Ohio Department of Health.

Regional
2 weeks ago
Mt. Gilead Fire Department responds to accident

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle mass casualty crash that occurred Tuesday evening at the intersection of Road 20 and Road 14 in Franklin Township.

Government
2 weeks ago
Crawford Partnership clarifies IB Tech job numbers following Bucyrus City Council dispute

The Crawford Partnership confirms 170 new jobs for IB Tech’s Bucyrus expansion, clarifying a heated City Council dispute over job projections and tax abatements.

Business
2 weeks ago
Ohio approves 17 economic development projects to bring new jobs to Bucyrus and Upper Sandusky/Carey

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has approved 17 statewide economic development projects, including major expansions for Imasen Bucyrus Technology in Bucyrus and Kalmbach Feeds in Upper Sandusky and Carey, expected to create hundreds of new local jobs.

Local
2 weeks ago
Sons of the American Legion announce 2026 Veterans Banner program in Bucyrus

The Sons of the American Legion Squadron 181 is now accepting 2026 Veterans Banner applications in Bucyrus, with a strict March 15 deadline and limited space available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Local
2 weeks ago
Old barn destroyed in early morning fire

The Holmes Township Volunteer Fire Department and several local agencies responded to an early morning blaze on Eaton Road that destroyed a barn, marking the sixth major fire in the Crawford County area since mid-November.

Court/Crime
2 weeks ago
Crestline man arrested and held on $1 million bond following fatal road rage shooting

Wesley A. Patrick, 27, of Crestline, is being held on a $1 million bond for voluntary manslaughter after allegedly shooting and killing 42-year-old Andrew Westland during a road rage confrontation on Lexington-Springmill Road.