Willard’s Park and Recreation Department has been tossing around the idea of implementing a dog park inside city limits for quite a while, mostly because it was one of the most requested items from a community survey, says Parks and Rec Director, Kim Williams.
Willard City Manger Bryson Hamons, last Tuesday evening, asked council to approve the placement of a Safety Service levy on the May 2 election ballot. “After much collaboration, research and discussion,” it was decided by the city manager, finance director, fir chief, and police chief that t…
Willard junior Max Dawson surpassed 1,000 career points in the Flashes' 53-48 SBC Bay Division road win at Port Clinton Friday night. He scored a game-high 22 points to help lead WHS to victory. The story, photos and stats can be found in the Thursday, January 26 edition of the Willard Times…
Pioneer Career & Technology Center will be the site of a Red Cross blood drive on Friday, Dec. 10, in the arena from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m.
Editor’s Note: The following is a press release from Shelby Police Chief Lance Combs.
Here is a look a Willard High School celebrates Homecoming 2021. Homecoming 2021 was celebrated on the new home side of the football field at Willard High School. See the Oct. 14 edition of the Willard Times-Junction for full coverage.
A local man has been indicted on numerous charges in the death of a woman. The indictment filed in court was a secret indictment.
The students in the Homecoming Court at Plymouth High School include (front L-R) Paige Letner, Chelsea Cunningham, Kennedi Stumbo, Natalie Channing, Abbie Durbin, Kelsey McCoy and Kaylee Wallace. Back row: Hunter McClure, Gunner Huston, Caiden Allen, Josh Beebe, Kyler Shepherd, Ethan Gillum …
The suspect in an alleged homicide that happened Sept. 12 on Wessor Avenue was in the process of being transferred to the Huron County Jail late Friday afternoon. He was in a Toledo hospital being treated for injuries in a motor vehicle crash as a result of a pursuit by sheriff’s deputies in…
A 44 year old man has been charged in the suspected homicide of a Willard woman.
With what has been shown to be a contentious issue, Greenwich Village Council adopted an ordinance on its third and final reading at its recent meeting to accept the donation of a trained electronic storage detection K9. Greenwich Mayor Wes Sallee has to cast the tie-breaking vote for passage.
The Willard City Schools Board of Education approved a five-year contract for superintendent Jeff Ritz. The board also approved a one-year 3% raise.
For many years, semi drivers have faced issues with the low underpass on East Tiffin Street. Most semis will not clear the top of the structure and will either get stuck or have to turn around, a process that usually involves police and traffic control.
Ellie Ritz has never seen the traveling display commemorating the Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941. She came to the Plymouth Museum to see the photos of a day she knew all too well. Ritz was a six-year old girl living near Pearl Harbor on the day of the attacks.
Editor’s note: This is the second in a series of articles focused on Rev. Ricky Branham as his ministry goes nationwide on television.
Editor’s note: This is the first in a series of articles focused on Rev. Ricky Branham as his ministry goes nationwide on television.
Clay Frye, a 1995 graduate of Willard High School, has been a supervisor at Pioneer Career and Technology Center for the past several years. When the new school year starts in August, Frye will still be at Pioneer but will serve as high school principal. He is the first Willard High School g…
The City of Willard is going to apply for a SAFER (Staffing for Adequate Fire & Emergency Response) Grant in order to pay for additional EMTs and firefighters. According to city officials there is a dire need to find people who will serve in those positions.
A New London woman has been arrested on a secret indictment from the Huron County Grand Jury following an investigation into the death of Michael Marko, who was the police chief in New London at the time of his death.
The City of Willard is moving forward in its grant application to do rehabilitation of the runways at the Willard Airport on Ohio 103. Council adopted a resolution authoring the city manager to submit the application to the Ohio Department of Transportation, Office of Aviation. The resolutio…
The City of Willard is faring relatively well financially in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The City of Willard is one step closer to safety improvements along US 224 (East Walton Avenue). Council has adopted a resolution authorizing the city manager to enter into an agreement with the Ohio Department of Transportation for the US 224 Corridor Sidewalk Project. This project is a 10…
Keith Faber, Ohio Auditor of State, has released the 2018-2019 financial audit of the Huron County Community Library. The audit included multiple findings for recovery against former fiscal officer Adam Searl.
The City of Willard is faring relatively well financially in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
While students will be going back to in-class learning on Tuesday, the pandemic has taken a financial toll on some parts of the school district. Especially hard hit have been the athletic and food services departments, causing the board of education to look at those areas.
The City of Willard is facing an inordinately high number of emergency runs with the coronavirus pandemic.
Fire and EMS for the City of Willard have received the COVID-19 vaccine. City manager James Pomerich said 16 people were vaccinated.
With the new year, the City of Willard will be looking for a new city manager.
Editor’s note: This is the Jason Reel, 49, is back on duty as a firefighter/EMT/police officer for the City of Willard. After a life-or-death battle against COVID-19, he has survived and is healing. He calls his renewed chance at life as a “miracle.”
This is the second part of a three-part story. Jason Reel was on a ventilator from COVID-19. He has recovered and is back to work for the City of Willard. His story is one of fear, hope and faith.
Editor’s note: This is the first part of a three-part story. Jason Reel was on a ventilator from COVID-19. He has recovered and is back to work for the City of Willard. His story is one of fear, hope and faith.
A local business was cited by agents from the Ohio Investigative Unit over the weekend for violations of health orders. Agents issued citations after observing the violations.
Members of Willard City Council adopted a resolution on Monday authorizing the creation of the Willard Cares Small Business Grant Program. A first meeting has been held with the Huron County Development Council to review the grants submitted. HCDC is administering the grant, according to Wi…
The Village of Plymouth is faced with an emergency after a building in the downtown area partially collapsed last week.
Dwayne Cassidy was sworn in on July 28 as the newest member of Plymouth Village Council. He filled the seat vacated by the resignation of Jason Trine.
A Greenwich man was taken into custody following a stand-off with police on Monday. According to Greenwich Police Chief Steve Dorsey, no one was injured in the almost eight hour incident which started in the afternoon.
A Willard man has been bound over to the Huron County Grand Jury on two first degree felony charges stemming from his arrest on June 24.
An art teacher from Willard High School is helping the Plymouth Improvement Committee bring some colorful patriotism to the downtown area. John Buss was hired to paint a flag in the shape of the state of Ohio on the side of a building facing the Veterans Park.
Income tax collections for April were down just over 25% compared to one year ago, according Interim City Manager James Pomerich.
The Village of Plymouth is turning to solar power to help decrease distribution rates for electricity. The field of panels is up and running.
A salute to first responders by the Ohio Air National Guard 130th out of Toledo, Ohio.
The Willard Clock Tower Project took a definite step towards a groundbreaking with the testing of soil in the area where it will stand.
Mike and Charlene Bower of Bow Wow Graphics have given back to the community on a number of fronts. With the demands right now on first responders, medical personnel and those who work in essential jobs, the couple decided to use a very unique path to once again support the people of the area.
The blue and white trucks of Armatrout Sanitation have been a part of this community and the area for decades. Early mornings meant William “Blue” Armatrout and his crews were picking up garbage from homes and businesses.
James Pomerich is wearing a new hat with the City of Willard. He was appointed by city council to serve as interim city manager with the resignation of Jim Ludban, effective April 1.
The Willard City Schools Board of Education adopted a resolution at its April 6 approving the termination of bus driver Rosalie Keesy. It was a unanimous decision by board members.
A 70 year old resident of Huron County has become the first COVID-19 related death, according to Huron County Public Health. Bill Knapp, who also suffered from underlying health conditions, died on Sunday, March 29 due to complications of novel coronavirus.
A second case of the coronavirus disease 2019 has been found in Huron County prompting Huron County Public Health to formally declare a local public emergency, according to Huron County Health Commissioner Tim Hollinger.
Willard City Manager Jim Ludban outlined some of the steps the city is taking during the coronavirus pandemic, including city employees and sick leave.
Willard City Manager Jim Ludban delivered his fourth State of the City address last week. It was also his last, having submitted his resignation which becomes effective April 1.
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