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On the Ada Icon: Ray Brown Memorial Park to be dedicated on May 14

Alger will host a Party in the Park to celebrate Baseball Hall of Famer

MEDIA RELEASE__The Hardin County Historical Museums and the Village of Alger have announced the dedication of Ray Brown Memorial Park on Thursday, May 14 at 1007 N. Ohio St., Alger, Ohio.

MEDIA RELEASE__Check out programs coming to the Pandora branch (304 Hilty Dr.) of the Putnam County District Library in May 2026:

All Creatures Great and Small book discussion
May 5 at 5:00 p.m.

All are welcome to join Corey for a book discussion of All Creatures Great and Small by James Herriot. To reserve a copy of the book, please call 419-523-3747 ext. 3 or email [email protected].

How to Work with the MyChart App
May 18 at 1:30 p.m.

Expansion includes Putnam and Hancock Counties

MEDIA RELEASE__Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Children and Youth (DCY) Director Kara Wente today announced a new partnership between DCY and Ohio 211 to expand services to all 88 counties, ensuring every Ohioan can access local community resources no matter where they live. The statewide expansion will be fully implemented by the end of June 2026. 

Ohioans find political incivility unacceptable but differ on optimism for the future

MEDIA RELEASE__The Institute for Civics and Public Policy (ICAPP) at Ohio Northern University has released the Spring 2026 installment of the Northern Poll, its flagship public opinion research program. This latest research focused on political civility and the personal experiences of Ohioans in a polarized climate.

MEDIA RELEASE__Mid-Ohio Energy Cooperative's Annual Meeting of Members premiered this week, coinciding with the cooperative’s celebration of 90 years of service to members in its rural north-central Ohio territory.

The meeting was held in a virtual online-only format, allowing members the opportunity to log in at their convenience and view a co-op update, receive annual election results, and submit for a $20 meeting attendance energy credit.

MEDIA RELEASE__Wilson Sporting Goods is inviting the surrounding communities together for a meaningful day of movement, fun, and awareness. On Saturday, May 9, 2026, Wilson will host a community 5K Run/Walk and Family Event in partnership with Autism Speaks. While there is no cost to attend or participate, donations are encouraged, with all proceeds going directly to Autism Speaks.

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