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Leipsic presented with major business opportunity
LEIPSIC — Leipsic is one of only 96 Ohio eligible communities who may qualify for a $1,000,000 non-matching grant for economic development in the downtown area through JobsOhio, the private economic development office that operates at the state level.

DORA adopted in Columbus Grove
COLUMBUS GROVE — Two ordinances establishing a DORA (Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area) were approved by Columbus Grove village council at their most recent meeting on April 28.


Judge Mark Miller visits Putnam County GOP
OTTAWA — Judge Mark Miller of the Third Circuit Court of Appeals was the featured speaker at the Putnam County GOP’s monthly luncheon held on the last Friday of each month.

ODOT releases weekly construction report
— State Route 15 between Road 15-C and Road 15 over the Miller City Cutoff closed April 10 for approximately 30 days for bridge structure painting.

Jennings Envirothon Team 1 headed to state competition
KALIDA — On Wednesday, April 23, the annual Area I Envirothon was held in Putnam County at the Kalida Fish and Game Club.

McAdams Greenhouse ‘rooted’ in CG for five generations
COLUMBUS GROVE — The McAdams family is rooted, both figuratively, and literally, in the Columbus Grove community for five generations – and they are adding a new wrinkle to their substantial McAdams Greenhouse operation this spring.

Craig Riedel Announces Candidacy for Ohio’s 1st Senate District
DEFIANCE – Craig Riedel has announced his candidacy for Ohio’s 1st State Senate district in the May 5, 2026, primary election. A husband, father, successful businessman, and former State Representative, Craig Riedel is a lifelong resident of Northwest Ohio.