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Local
5 months ago
Introducing the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Ohioans facing mental health or substance use crises can access confidential 24/7 support by calling or texting the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, while Crawford County residents have additional local access through the 1-800-544-1601 crisis line.

Health
5 months ago
Avita Health System adds advanced liver imaging technology in Ontario

Avita Health System has introduced advanced, non-invasive liver elastography technology at its Ontario Hospital to improve the detection and monitoring of chronic liver diseases.

Health
5 months ago
Galion’s Historic Brownella Cottage to host Spring Sound Bath Wellness Series

The Galion History Center is opening the doors of the historic Brownella Cottage this spring for a series of restorative sound baths designed to promote community wellness amidst a Victorian backdrop.

Podcasts
6 months ago
Community Spotlight: “Digital Dopamine”: Local prevention experts link rising youth depression to screen addiction

With 33% of Crawford County youth reporting significant depressive symptoms, Marion/Crawford Prevention Programs are warning parents about the addictive “dopamine loop” caused by excessive screen time and social media.

Local
6 months ago
GALLERY: Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel visits Bucyrus High School for Team Tressel Fitness Challenge

Ohio Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel visited Bucyrus High School to lead students in the Team Tressel Fitness Challenge, a statewide initiative promoting healthy habits and leadership.

Podcasts
6 months ago
Community Spotlight: Crawford County Quick Response Team provides immediate outreach for substance misuse

Launched in July 2025, the Crawford County QRT utilizes certified peer recovery specialists to connect residents with life-saving resources within 48 hours of a crisis.

Podcasts
6 months ago
Community Spotlight: Unger Park Post-Acute emphasizes “in-house” care team and community engagement

Facility leaders Katie and Lynn highlight the benefits of an all-employee therapy and dietary staff during a feature on Community Spotlight.

Business
6 months ago
Accessible, modern, local: Why Clear Dental is turning heads in Galion

Dr. Idiris Ibrahim is expanding access to local healthcare at Clear Dental in Galion, offering compassionate, transparent, and affordable family dentistry to eliminate the need for patients to travel to larger cities for care.

Health
7 months ago
Essential winter safety tips: Protecting Crawford County Seniors from icy conditions and falls

Stay safe this winter in Crawford County with essential safety tips for seniors to prevent falls, avoid hypothermia, and navigate icy Ohio conditions.

Local
7 months ago
Governor DeWine urges caution as Arctic air mass grips Ohio

Governor Mike DeWine and state safety officials are urging Ohioans to prepare for dangerous wind chills as low as -25°F as a prolonged Arctic air mass impacts the state through early February.