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June 6, 2026 | ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ offers classic tale of tradition versus true love
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9-1-1 out for county & BGSU
I-75 open this weekend; Route 105 closed beginning Monday, June 8
Final asphalt repairs to South Main Street to start June 8
Traffic signal to be out of service for about 4 hours at Washington and Main Street intersection Friday
Senator Gavarone announces funding in Capital Budget Bill for northwest Ohio

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Ohio bill would require increased accountability for schools using private school vouchers
Ohio Republicans work to get voter photo ID on the ballot, enshrined in state constitution

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June 6, 2026

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I-75 open this weekend; Route 105 closed beginning Monday, June 8

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