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Crawford County’s Lincoln Highway & a Touch of Crawford’s March

Explore the history of the Lincoln Highway and Col. William Crawford’s campaign on an exclusive guided coach tour departing from Lowe-Volk Park this June.

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Ohio State Marion to host ‘Who We Are Now’ festival and performance

The Ohio State University at Marion’s “Five Nights on Campus” series will conclude its season with a community-wide celebration of local history and storytelling titled Who We Are Now: A Celebration of Marion, OH.

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Crawford County Fraud Alert: Surge in fake video call scams using Google Meet impersonations

Crawford County officials warn of a rise in fake video call scams using Google Meet, where scammers impersonate trusted contacts to steal sensitive information and money

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Bomb threat investigation at Galion Avita Hospital

On May 1, 2026, Galion Police responded to a bomb threat at Galion Avita Hospital, prompting a lockdown and search that found no explosives as authorities continue investigating the source.

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Child exploitation investigation leads to arrest in Wyandot County

On April 30, 2026, the Wyandot County Major Crimes Unit and Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant in Forest, Ohio, arresting 21-year-old Clayton D. Hare in an ongoing ICAC-led child pornography investigation involving alleged possession and distribution.

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MOESC now accepting applications for substitutes for 2026-2027 school year

Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center is now hiring substitute teachers for the 2026-2027 school year to support local districts, with application fees waived and flexible education requirements available.

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Bond set at one million dollars for former volunteer coach

Former Wynford volunteer coach Chad Garberich faces a $1 million bond following his arraignment in Crawford County Common Pleas Court on multiple felony charges, including six counts of first-degree rape.

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Two arrested in Crawford County methamphetamine raid

The Crawford County Sheriff’s Office and METRICH Enforcement Unit seized suspected narcotics and arrested two individuals Tuesday following a search warrant execution at a Marion Road apartment.

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Former Wynford volunteer coach arrested on multiple charges

The Wynford School District has terminated its relationship with volunteer coach Chad Garberich following his arrest in Crawford County on charges of rape and sexual battery.

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Crossroads creates new candle line with “glowing” response

The Crossroads Family of Companies has launched Slower Days Co., a new hand-poured coconut soy candle brand featuring weekend-themed fragrance collections designed for mindful living.

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