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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
The Huron County Community Library, after consulting with Huron County Public Health, will be closing at the end of hours on March 18, until further notice.
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Huron County Public Health, along with Huron County public officials partners are reporting the first Huron County “presumptive positive” test result for novel coronavirus disease 2019.
Through several conversations with the Huron County Public Health, the Huron County Community Library has decided to adjust some of the services for the duration of this crisis.
The Willard Food Bank is continuing to help feed those who do not have enough in their pantries. The hours are Monday, Wednesday and Thursday fro 1 to 4 p.m.
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Even though Ohio Governor Mike DeWine set the deadline for closing all public schools in the state as Monday, March 16, the doors to the Willard campus were secured after class on Friday, March 13, according to Willard City Schools Superintendent Jeff Ritz.
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In his press conference this afternoon, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine said all Ohio schools will receive "an extended spring break" that will last three weeks. Schools will close at the end of the day on Monday, March 16 and remain closed for those three weeks. After that time, there will be a r…
The school districts in Huron County issued a joint statement on March 11 announcing protocols regarding the Novel Coronavirus and their response. The announcement has resulted in the cancellation of numerous activities across the district, including the Willard City Schools.
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The 5K Honor Run/Walk set for Saturday, March 14 has been canceled, according to the Willard High School Community Honor Committee.
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Wednesday, March 11, 2020
Kylee Gibson's fire poster is one of 12 chosen bythe State Fire Marshal. She also received an award and a check from the Willard Firefighter's Association.
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A letter of resignation from city manager Jim Ludban was accepted by Willard City Council at the Monday, March 2 meeting. The resignation is effective April 1.
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The Salvation Army of Willard closed its doors on Monday March 2. The 313 Crestwood Dr. office will no longer be serving the local community.
The Village of Plymouth is moving ahead with a plan of action to demolish a burned and vacant home at 32 W. Broadway St. Members of Plymouth Village Council passed a motion at its recent meeting to approve payment to Chem-Tech Consultants, Inc. to perform an asbestos survey on the building.
A bus driver for the Willard City Schools pleaded no contest to a charge of negligent homicide in Norwalk Municipal Court on Friday, Feb. 21.
In order to try and reach other facets of the community, Trinity Lutheran Church in Willard will offer drive-thru ashes on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 26. Pastor Janet Wittenmyer said she got the idea after attending a professional pastors retreat.
The Willard City Schools bus driver charged in the crash which killed a Greenwich man will have a jury trial on Feb. 21 in Norwalk Municipal Court.
On Feb. 1, Huron County EMA switched to WENS (Wireless Emergency Notification System). Anyone who was signed up under Everbridge, the previous provider, is also signed up under WENS. The notifications can be personalized to area, alert etc. Go to huroncountyalerts.com to see what is availabl…
The Willard Area chamber of Commerce honored the late Todd Shininger for his 70 plus years of service to the community. Ricky Branham (right) executive director of the chamber, presents an award to Matt (left) and Mark Shininger.
WHS Head swim coach Ashley King comments after the Flashes and Lady Flashes compete in Colonel Crawford meet.
Students in the 12th grade at Willard High School are being judged this week on their senior projects. Passage of the senior project is mandatory for graduation. The students pick a subject which interests them. There is research and a paper that must be completed. Each senior is required to…
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Willard Fire & Rescue is on the way to a call of a semi on its side in a field. One injury is reported.
The Willard Police and Fire departments will be accepting new toys and food donations on Saturday, Dec. 14 and Sunday, Dec. 15 at the Willard Fire Department, 425 Fort Ball Road.
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