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  • August 16, 2026 | 23 BG City Schools students ace Ohio State Tests last school year
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  • August 14, 2026 | After 75 years of nursing neighbors to health, Wood County Hospital raises funds to continue care
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News Break

  • Wood County Sheriff's Office announces increased patrol for the remainder of August
  • ODOT announces Wood County traffic impacts
  • BGPD works with Perrysburg Police to solve theft from hotel parking lot in BG
  • Section of North Summit Street closed today, Aug. 13
  • Napoleon man with 2 previous OVI arrests is charged in BG for resisting arrest and refusing OVI test

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  • Ohio domestic violence resources centers have faced rising requests for services
  • Head Start changes could eliminate important child health and safety standards in Ohio, nationally
  • Gubernatorial candidates highlight data center plans. Next Ohio governor will select regulators.

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August 16, 2026

Cornhole tournament to raise funds for ‘Grandparents Raising Grandchildren’

August 15, 2026

Over 900 FFA projects were on display at county fair

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