Entries by Editor-in-Chief

Seneca County Sheriff’s Office Spreads Holiday Cheer with Toy Express Program

December 9, 2024 – The Seneca County Sheriff’s Office joined forces with the CSX Rail Line and the First Responders Children’s Foundation to bring holiday joy to local children through the annual Toy Express Program. On Saturday, December 7, 2024, the Sheriff’s Office distributed toys to children during several events across Seneca County. The initiative, […]

Seneca County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Shooting Incident in Clinton Township

Seneca County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Shooting Incident in Clinton Township December 9, 2024 – A shooting incident in Clinton Township has left one man injured and a woman facing charges as the Seneca County Sheriff’s Office continues its investigation. The incident occurred on Sunday, December 8, when deputies responded to a 911 call reporting that […]

Why Small-Town Business Owners Should Embrace Competition, Not Fear It

In small towns, businesses often form the backbone of the community, providing essential goods, services, and social hubs. However, the arrival of new competitors can sometimes feel like a threat to long-standing establishments. Instead of fearing competition, small-town business owners can learn to embrace it—and even thrive because of it. Here’s how competition can be […]

Breaking Free from Small-Town Mindsets: A Path to Progressing the Local Economy

In small towns across the country, tight-knit communities are often defined by their traditions, long-standing values, and a sense of familiarity that offers comfort and stability. While these qualities can create a strong social fabric, they can also foster a resistance to change, inadvertently stifling economic growth and innovation. If we want to see our […]

OIU agents uncover illegal gambling operation in Fostoria

Agents from the Ohio Investigative Unit’s Toledo District executed a search warrant at Smokehouse Bar in Fostoria, Ohio, uncovering a complex illegal gambling operation. The investigation exposed multiple violations, including the illicit sale of Instant Bingo tickets and the operation of electronic video gambling devices that paid out cash prizes. The raid revealed three unauthorized […]

ODJFS Investigation: Inappropriate Technique for Discipline by a Wesley Center Daycare Staff Member

  FOSTORIA | The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) has completed its investigation into an incident at the Wesley Center daycare, located at 1200 Van Buren St, Fostoria, OH 44830. The report highlighted that a staff member used an inappropriate technique for discipline, raising concerns about supervision and compliance with child care […]

Addiction & Recovery Services Are Back in Fostoria: A New Hope with Talbot Health Services

The people of Fostoria, Ohio, have faced significant challenges accessing critical addiction and mental health services ever since Firelands Counseling closed its doors in the area. For many in need, the lack of reliable transportation to reach services in Tiffin created a serious barrier to receiving care. Fortunately, Talbot Health Services has stepped up to […]