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  • March 18, 2026 | BG Art Council’s ‘Perspective’ frames talents of local photographers
  • March 17, 2026 | BG making headway in adding houses to city; but City Council examines more housing options
  • March 17, 2026 | Victory Lap: BGSU senior BFA students pack the galleries with bold, personal work
  • March 16, 2026 | BG discusses regulations for the nearly 100 short-term rentals in the city
  • March 16, 2026 | Cultural and natural history at the heart of WC Park District’s ‘America 250’ programs
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News Break

  • Gavarone's bill banning use of ranked choice voting is signed into law by DeWine
  • Ohio Dept. of Commerce shares safety tips during Severe Weather Awareness Week
  • BG Police Division responds to 296 calls over the weekend
  • Special brush collection begins tomorrow, March 17
  • Barry Bagels announces new location planned in Bowling Green

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Let’s Feed the Need

  • Ohio State University selects Ravi Bellamkonda as new president with $1.4 million salary
  • Report urges Ohio lawmakers to nix data center tax breaks and require them to build their own power
  • Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine emphasizes kids’ safety, education policy in final State of the State address

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March 18, 2026

Playful girl, London, waiting at Wood County Dog Shelter for forever home

March 18, 2026

BG Historic Preservation Commission calls for historic properties to feature on walking tour

March 18, 2026

Community invited to meet author Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer at Veterans Memorial Building

March 17, 2026

Local food waste compost available for purchase

March 17, 2026

Wood County Committee on Aging celebrates Community Champions Week

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