ST. MARYS - Tempers rose as some residents spoke out against a proposed new school levy during a community meeting Sunday evening.

One resident asked why he should vote for a levy when he doesn't trust the school board.

COLDWATER - The grand American tradition of young boys working with their fathers to turn a standard-issue block of wood into a unique race car continued locally during the weekend.

FRYBURG - Auglaize County authorities believe the death of a 60-year-old Fryburg man found deceased Friday morning likely was due to medical complications.

FORT RECOVERY - Surrounded by family and friends, Don Lennartz was recognized as the 2012 Citizen of the Year on Sunday night at the annual Fort Recovery Chamber Banquet.

Coldwater junior Erika Hartings capped off a spectacular season by being named the West Ohio High School Bowling Conference Girls Bowler of the Year as all-conference honors were announced over the weekend.