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  • July 4, 2026 | Cla-Zel celebrates 100 years – from showing silent movies to hosting concerts
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News Break

  • Fatal crash in Lake Township investigated by State Highway Patrol
  • BG man reportedly shot and killed in Jerry City this morning
  • Heat index to reach 105°F today, July 3
  • BG Council's Transportation & Safety Committee to meet on July 6
  • BG man arrested for domestic violence after allegedly hitting woman in head with shovel

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  • Ohio proposed constitutional amendment to ban data centers will not be on this year’s ballot
  • Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine calls on lawmakers to get rid of the state’s death penalty

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July 5, 2026

Bowling Green Chamber of Commerce to host ribbon-cutting for Pre-College Enrichment Program

July 5, 2026

Owens receives funds to advance next phase of Wood County campus transformation

July 4, 2026

Wood Soil & Water Conservation District to hold local work group meeting on July 8

July 4, 2026

BG Parks & Recreation seeks public input for five-year master plan

July 4, 2026

Wood County Sheriff and Prosecutor to host free presentations on fraud prevention

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