Published by news@presspubli... on Fri, 06/05/2020 - 4:00pm
The Ottawa County Agricultural Society has voted to move forward with a modified, primarily Junior Fair, schedule.
The decision was made to focus efforts on one-day livestock judgings for each species, equestrian shows, harness racing, and some vendor opportunities.
On the night of June 5, 2010, a tornado, with winds of approximately 170-175 mph, blew through northeast Wood and western Ottawa counties and left extensive damage in the wake of its path.
June 5 2010 is a date that Sue LaVoy will never forget. That’s when a tornado leveled her home on Neill Avenue in Moline, located next to a field across from the Main Street Church. She and then husband Wayne walked away with just the clothes on their backs.
Published by news@presspubli... on Fri, 05/29/2020 - 4:00pm
Credit union promotes 3
Bay Area Credit Union has announced the promotion of three employees.
Farrah McGowan, of Genoa, has been promoted to director of member services.
Published by news@presspubli... on Fri, 05/29/2020 - 4:00pm
Seven municipalities in Wood County have applied for Community Development Block Grant funding in the latest program year.
Dave Steiner, director of the Wood County Planning Commission, said a meeting of the commission is scheduled for June 2 at 5:30 p.m. to review the applications.
Published by news@presspubli... on Fri, 05/29/2020 - 4:00pm
Crime log
Lake Twp. - Police charged a Grace Lane resident with domestic violence, inducing panic and endangering children May 27 after responding to a report of someone being assaulted.
Terron Hereford, 37, was arrested.
Published by news@presspubli... on Fri, 05/29/2020 - 4:00pm
An investigation into stolen cars is continuing after authorities conducted a search last week at Adler’s Auto Parts and Service, 4002 Walbridge Rd, in Lake Township.
