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Putnam County launches high school elective to strengthen manufacturing workforce
PUTNAM COUNTY — During the fall of 2025, the Workforce Partnership of Putnam County (WPPC), an Ohio Manufacturing Association (OMA)-endorsed Industry Sector Partnership (ISP), launched an innovative initiative to introduce high school students to careers in manufacturing. Beginning with the 2025–2026 school year, WPPC adapted its successful WorkAdvance program into a one-credit elective offered across…
Community
Local dispute spills into Ottawa Council meeting
A local feud made it’s way into the Monday Ottawa Council meeting as resident Dan Drew brought up a complaint he filed regarding large gatherings at an event place and residence across Main Street, US 224 and SR 15 in Ottawa, suggesting the issue may be the result of a zoning mistake, and alleging he…
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Miller City claims share of PCL baseball title
FORT JENNINGS — Two Miller City pitchers combined on a one-hitter Tuesday as the Wildcats defeated Fort Jennings 9-0 in Putnam County League action.With the win the Wildcats claim at-least a share of their second straight PCL title as they are 6-1 and 14-4 overall. The Musketeers dropped to 3-3 in the league and 9-9…