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Local
1 month ago
New Crawford County Now mobile app delivers local news, weather, and custom alerts

Crawford County Now has launched a free mobile app featuring instant breaking news alerts, local sports, interactive weather radar, and a customizable night mode.

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Community First
1 month ago
Big Boy Steam Locomotive Rolls into Fostoria Tuesday

Union Pacific’s historic Big Boy No. 4014, the world’s largest operating steam locomotive, will make a free public stop in Fostoria on July 14 as part of its America 250 coast-to-coast tour, drawing rail enthusiasts from across Ohio and beyond.

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Health
1 month ago
Crawford County Public Health issues food safety guidelines ahead of summer fairs, festivals

Crawford County Public Health is urging residents to practice smart food safety habits to prevent foodborne illness while attending upcoming community summer events.

Row of marching drummers playing large white-banded bass drums in a parade, sticks mid-air as they beat in rhythm.
Entertainment
2 months ago
Marion Open returns July 30th, and Pillar Credit Union is bringing it home

The Marion Open returns July 30, bringing elite drum and bugle corps back to Harding Stadium while honoring Marion’s decades-long legacy as a national drum corps destination.

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Entertainment
2 months ago
Shelby’s Annual Bicycle Days Celebration set to begin on Friday

Shelby Bicycle Days returns July 10-11 with a packed schedule featuring family activities, live music, a parade, bike events, food vendors and a fireworks finale.

Weather
2 months ago
Work week weather forecast: Warm, humid week ahead with repeated thunderstorm chances July 6–10

Bucyrus, Ohio, will see a warm and humid stretch from July 6 through July 10, 2026, with highs in the upper 70s to mid-80s and several chances for scattered showers and thunderstorms, according to the National Weather Service.

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Photos
2 months ago
GALLERY: America 250 celebration weekend in Galion

Despite the heat forcing some events indoors, Galion residents turned out in strong numbers to celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States with music, history, fitness and fireworks during a memorable Fourth of July weekend.

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Entertainment
2 months ago
2026 July 4th Fireworks Guide: Full List of Independence Day Celebrations Across Crawford, Richland, Marion & Surrounding Ohio Counties

Plan your Independence Day celebrations with our complete guide to 2026 fireworks shows and community events across Crawford, Richland, Marion, and nearby Ohio counties, including Bucyrus, Mansfield, Marion, Galion, and more.

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Lifestyle
2 months ago
Heat exhaustion and heat stroke risks prompt safety reminder in Crawford County

As summer heat rises across Bucyrus, Ohio, health officials warn residents about heat exhaustion and heat stroke risks, urging hydration, cooling strategies, and checking on vulnerable neighbors.

Local
2 months ago
2026 Galion Pickle Run Festival canceled due to extreme heat

The 2026 Galion Pickle Run Festival has been canceled because of forecasted extreme heat, with organizers citing safety concerns for volunteers, vendors, entertainers and thousands of attendees.