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Low interest disaster loans from May 17 flood

For Mercer, Van Wert, Allen, Hardin, Logan and Shelby counties
Posted by Fred Steiner on June 28, 2019 - 8:41am

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced that Ohio has received a U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) disaster declaration for flooding that occurred in Auglaize County on May 17, opening up the possibility of low-interest disaster loans for business owners, homeowners, and renters in Auglaize County and six adjacent counties.

"Earlier this week, I requested this disaster declaration in an effort to help those impacted by these floods," said Governor DeWine. "I'm pleased that those with uninsured damage can now apply for this assistance."

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Regional news
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Findlay's mainline I-75 lanes will shift overnight

Between County Road 99 and State Route 12, will shift into final traffic pattern
Posted by Fred Steiner on June 28, 2019 - 8:27am

Interstate 75  in Findlay, southbound between county Road 99 and state Route 12, will be shifted into its final traffic pattern overnight Friday, June 28, into the early morning hours of Saturday, June 29.

Two lanes of traffic will be shifted from the outside shoulder and into their final pattern, closer to the median wall. Construction of the concrete median wall in the area is complete.

The new third lane of Interstate 75 southbound will remain closed in the area as crews install guardrail and signage.

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Regional news
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 Summer play dates set at Jenera Park

Posted by LizGH on June 28, 2019 - 6:00am

Summer park play dates continue at the Jenera Park, State Route 698, south of Jenera. 

The July dates are on Mondays, July 1 and July 15.  Play begins at 9:30 a.m. each Monday, but people with children may come when you can and stay as long as you are able. 

Kids of all ages are invited as well as their caregivers.  

 

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Events
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Bluffton Soccer Club sign-up deadline June 30

There's still time to register
Posted by Fred Steiner on June 27, 2019 - 3:57pm

There's still time to sign up for Bluffton Soccer Club for the fall, which includes the 2019-20 season.

Open online registration is available now and ends on Sunday, June 30. To register, go to www.blufftonsoccer.com, or click here.

The cost per family is $50 for one child, $45 for the second child and $40 for the third. A $25 late fee is charged after June 30 if spots are still available.

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Sports
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Ada Historical Society invites you to a June 29 outdoor program

Posted by LizGH on June 27, 2019 - 3:38pm

FROM ADA ICON - Ada Historical Society invites the public to a program at 6 p.m., Saturday, June 29,  at War Memorial Park. 

The guest speaker, Dr. Karl Roider, and others will share "Tales of Ada."  Information on membership, the society, the fall 2019 cemetery tour, and ideas for future speakers will be available. 

"Meet with friends and neighbors, and reconnect with things you love about our wonderful little village. Ada is worth celebrating and we hope you will join us," said Rhett Grant, society member.

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Events
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Grove Road - SR 696 serious accident

Several area rescue units on the scene
Posted by Fred Steiner on June 27, 2019 - 3:25pm

This report posted at 3:15 p.m. - Additional photos at the bottom -

A serious accident involving three vehicles has stopped traffic at the intersection of Columbus Grove Road and State Route 696 west of Bluffton. A power pole was struck and is down, and there is a power outage near the accident.

At approximately 2:40 Bluffton police, rescue and fire were called to the scene.

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Police/Fire/EMS
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