CELINA - The courtroom became silent as Lilo Pelekai's older sister, Nani, took the stand on Friday afternoon at Immaculate Conception School.

Accused of endangering Lilo, Nina, played by Brooke Faber, argued her innocence during the nearly hourlong mock trial with more than 30 attendees. [More]

U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, is looking to pump billions of dollars into bridge projects across the country, money that local officials say is much needed to address faltering infrastructure.

ST. HENRY - A dedicated philanthropist will be inducted into the St. Henry Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame tonight in honor of his service, leadership and achievement.

COLDWATER - Due to the continuing widespread influenza outbreak, Mercer Health is limiting all visitors under the age of 14 at Mercer County Community Hospital.

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Justin Ahrens set a career milestone and Versailles remained unbeaten in MAC play with a 73-46 win over Fort Recovery on Friday night at Tiger Gymnasium in Darke County.

Compiled by Colin Foster and Gary R. Rasberry

State-ranked Ottawa-Glandorf exceeded 20 points in three quarters en route to a 97-63 victory over Celina on Friday night.

NEW BREMEN - Both Minster coach Mike McClurg and New Bremen coach Adam Dougherty were proud of their teams' effort on Friday night in the Battle of Route 66. [More]

ROCKFORD - Tyler Prenger's second-quarter scoring spree helped Marion Local overtake Parkway by halftime.

Then a relentless defensive effort in the second half by the Flyers allowed them to take control of the game.