Grand Lake area residents may have reached their breaking point.

As gasoline prices rose this week to an all-time high of near $3.60 per gallon, many motorists appear to be driving less, riding bicycles more and contemplating hybrid vehicle purchases. [More]

NEW BREMEN - The New Bremen Board of Zoning Appeals Wednesday night approved a variance clearing the way for a factory expansion in the Bunker Hill Industrial Park.

Wright State University-Lake Campus Dean James Sayer said groundbreaking for the $9 million campus expansion and renovation is set for June 18.

"I guarantee you, you will not recognize the Lake Campus once this is complete," Sayer said of the 12- to 15-month long project.

COLDWATER - Two Coldwater Elementary employees were recently honored for their dedication and service to the schools and children.

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NEW BREMEN - Village councilors will be taking an upcoming special meeting outdoors to commemorate the 175th anniversary of the community's founding.

Thursday was like a showcase game for Laura Homan as the Celina senior proved once again just how important she is for the Bulldogs' softball team. [More]

COLDWATER - Getting out to the fast start is never a bad thing.

Coldwater scored three times in the bottom of the first and added another run in the second en route to a 7-3 win over Marion Local in Midwest Athletic Conference play at Lady Cav Diamond.

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St. Henry stayed in contention for the Midwest Athletic Conference crown with a 5-2 win at Minster on Thursday.

The Redskins even their overall record at 7-7, but go to 4-1 in league play while the Wildcats drop to 4-7 this spring and 1-4 in the MAC.