Ohio cities rank among the most medically expensive, analysis finds
As Americans struggle to afford groceries and utilities, a new study finds that three Ohio cities are among the most expensive for another essential — medical care. Cleveland, Toledo and Cincinnati are in the top 11 in terms of how big a bite medical expenses take out of their incomes, according to a WalletHub...
Oak Harbor council discusses school zone traffic cameras, official logo
Village council members originally passed an ordinance on Dec. 1 to allow implementation of traffic speed cameras in school zones, which would operate in clearly marked school-zone locations during school hours only. Violations would also be treated in civil court and not result in BMV points or entries on a...
ARCA Menards Series Confirms 2026 Road to Daytona Driver Lineup
TEMPERANCE, Mich. (January 4, 2026) — The ARCA Menards Series has announced its 2026 “Road to Daytona” participants, with several grassroots champions and rookies of the year set to make their first laps at Daytona International Speedway during the annual pre-race practice on January 9–10. Drivers from the ARCA...
Feeling wholistic: Healthy flavors for the new year
We’re all looking for recipes that not only taste good, but make us feel good too. To achieve this, start utilizing warming spices, a variety of fruits and vegetables, and healthy fats like avocado. Turmeric and Hot Honey Roasted Carrots is a dish that highlights turmeric, a spice known to support inflammation and...
Fourth-quarter estimated tax payments due Jan. 15 in Perrysburg
Fourth-quarter estimated tax payments for Perrysburg taxpayers are due Jan. 15. Estimated tax payment vouchers and corresponding instructions are available on the city’s website perrysburgoh.gov under the income tax division’s web page. Taxpayers should write their city file number or Social Security number, name,...
Nearing House was once the site of busy ‘marriage mill’ across from Wood County...
The Historic Building of the Month in Bowling Green is the home at 216 East Court Street. Not far from Bowling Green’s downtown Main Street Historic District, standing taller than any of the surrounding structures, is the Wood County Courthouse. Just across the street from the courthouse are four residential homes,...
Public invited to celebrate BGHS theater teacher, Jo Beth Gonzalez, and her latest book
The public is invited to join the Wood County District Public Library to meet local author Jo Beth Gonzalez, Ph.D., on Saturday, Jan. 10, at 2 p.m., in the first floor meeting room, at the Bowling Green library. During this event, veteran Bowling Green High School theater teacher and director...
‘Make-It, Take-It Mondays’ and ‘Wonder Lab Wednesdays’ return at BG City Park
The Bowling Green Parks and Recreation Department has released its schedule for the Make-It, Take-It Monday crafts and Wonder Lab Wednesday monthly themed programs. Held at the programming room in the Veterans Memorial Building in City Park, families with children ages 5 – 12 are invited to sign up for a variety of...
Support Staff at Springfield Local Schools Announce Strike
HOLLAND, Ohio — Support staff in the Springfield Local Schools district have announced plans to strike beginning Wednesday, Jan. 7, citing prolonged contract negotiations and what union leaders describe as a lack of good-faith bargaining by the district. The announcement was made Tuesday by representatives of the...
Police respond to barricade situation in Ohio
OHIO — Police responded to a shooting and barricade situation Sunday morning in south Toledo that left one person injured, according to authorities. The call came in shortly after 7 a.m., officials with the Toledo Police Department said at the scene. One person was found with a gunshot wound to the buttocks and was...
