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Staff warned: 'It can happen here'

2013-05-18T07:41:11-04:00

On March 6, 2006, anyone at Wapakoneta High School was in danger when a student brought an explosive device made from a gasoline can to school in his backpack.

Wounded knees

2013-05-18T07:41:11-04:00

With promise for a successful sophomore year on hand, this three-sport athlete then found himself on the sidelines, at the end of the bench watching the action.

Bids come in within budget for new dog shelter

2013-05-17T09:59:55-04:00

Bids for a county dog shelter came in Thursday much lower than when the project was bid in 2011.

See Friday's edition of the Wapakoneta Daily News for the full story

Helping local youth

2013-05-17T09:58:22-04:00

Many local residents had the opportunity to enjoy a roast beef dinner, while benefiting children of the community.

See Friday's edition of the Wapakoneta Daily News for the full story

Spark ignites career for firefighter

2013-05-17T09:56:03-04:00

As a youngster, a neighbor who served as a firefighter piqued the interest of the Wapakoneta Fire Department’s newest member.

See Friday's edition of the Wapakoneta Daily News for the full story

City wants plan in place to help attract retailers

2013-05-16T09:12:37-04:00

The Wapakoneta Area Economic Development Council puts most of its energy into finding a manufacturer for the industrial park.

See Thursday's edition of the Wapakoneta Daily News for the full story

Change being made to food safety

2013-05-16T09:11:19-04:00

A few changes are being made to address food safety after a state survey noted areas which could be improved.

Auglaize County Environmental Health Director Curt Anderson said the Ohio Department of Health Food Survey, conducted every three years, required three standards of the 41 items reviewed to be addressed.

See Thursday's edition of the Wapakoneta Daily News for the full story.

Bench dedicated to late teacher

2013-05-16T09:23:19-04:00

Barb Norton made it a point in her life not to bring any attention or credit to herself for anything she did.

See Thursday's edition of the Wapakoneta Daily News for the full story

Senate to act on water bill

2013-05-15T08:46:24-04:00

Legislation providing grants for dam inspections and safety plans would likely not provide money for the low-head dam in Wapakoneta, but two dams in St. Marys may qualify.

Democratic U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown explained Tuesday in a media teleconference the reasons he supports the Water Resources Development Act that the U.S. senators will vote on this week.

See Wednesday's edition of the Wapakoneta Daily News

County medical director renewed

2013-05-15T08:43:28-04:00

Dr. Juan Torres agreed to serve another year as the medical director for Auglaize County.

Torres, who has been paid $660 per month since he was hired in May 2008, had his contract unanimously approved Tuesday by Auglaize County Health Board members.His annual salary is less than $8,000.

See Wednesday's edition of the Wapakoneta Daily News for the complete story