COLDWATER - Sixth-grade students at Coldwater schools are not ready for the subject matter in the state's social studies curriculum, according to middle school teacher Dan Pohlman. [More]

Celina native Emily Stewart has been appointed city auditor, replacing Pat Smith who retired last month.

Stewart, 32, was chosen by Democratic Party members from among 11 applicants to fill the remaining 13 months of the unexpired four-year term. Stewart has agreed to run for the office next year.

MENDON - The town's zoning board is involved in a dispute over subdivision regulations, even though that group has no jurisdiction over such issues.

The state's smoking ban was discussed at Tuesday night's Parkway school board meeting with members deciding to continue the district's current smoking policy with the exception of athletic events.

MENDON - Village council members handled a number of routine items at Tuesday's regular monthly meeting, but will need more members present to proceed with bigger issues.

NEW BREMEN - The cost of salt for two different purposes topped the council's meeting agenda Tuesday night.

Council happily accepted a bid of $53.75 per ton for road salt from North American Salt Co. The price is within 2 cents of the previous price.

WAPAKONETA - County board of election officials are in line for salary increases following Tuesday's board of governors' meeting.

Effective Jan. 1,

NEW BREMEN - Rindler Automotive, a locally-owned dealership specializing in quality used cars, pickup trucks and motorcycles, has opened for business.

Co-owners Jerry and Pat Rindler and Randy and Stacy Rindler, all of New Bremen, have 61 years of combined experience in the automotive business.

It's a perfect way to end a college football career.

Wilmington senior safety Chad Otte finished his college career as a finalist for the Gagliardi Trophy, signifying the top player in Division III football. [More]