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BG Police arrest man who allegedly threatened to harm woman and her cat
Bowling Green Civil Service Commission to meet on June 16
East Court Street to close on June 16 for Block Party at Courthouse Square
Heat advisory issued, chance of thunderstorms this afternoon
BG Police respond to scams involving fake charity and jury summons

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June 14, 2026

Canceled due to weather forecast: Free slow roll bike tour in BG to ‘Pedal Through History’

June 14, 2026

Free America 250 lecture to discuss the Underground Railroad and northwest Ohio

June 14, 2026

City of Waterville takes over ownership of Roche de Boeuf Bridge

June 13, 2026

Wood County Museum fundraiser online auction now live

June 13, 2026

Wood County Health Department mobile health center to hit the road this summer

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