Bellefontaine Examiner

07/29/2024

07/27/2024

BFD would like to announce Chief Andy Fissel’s retirement on July 31st.
Andy has served 26 years with BFD. He worked his way up the ladder by serving 5 years as firefighter, 11 years as Assistant Chief, and 10 years as Chief.
During his tenure he has brought many changes to the department, including hiring the first two female firefighters. He improved the City’s ISO rating from 5 to 4, which directly affects insurance rates for the commercial and residential citizens. Having to think outside of the box, he was awarded $2.7 million in federal grants to replace the aging fleet plus other needs for the department. He fought hard to increase staffing from 19 to 23 members. He made MANY contacts in the community and worked hard to foster relationships with surrounding departments. At his closing, he is currently in the process of helping to implement the Community Paramedic Program.
As Chief, he has had many challenges thrown his way during his tenure, including: bedbugs at the station, Covid protocols, staffing issues, testing changes, 3 different City Safety Service Directors, and 3 Mayors.
He would like to thank the community for all of your involvement over the years. Also, thank you to the hardworking men and women of BFD.
There will not be an open house for Chief Fissel but feel free to reach out.

07/26/2024

INVESTIGATION CONTINUES

The Hardin County Sheriff’s Office is continuing its investigation into the disappearance of 66 year old Michael Bolen, of McGuffey, OH. On March 31st, family members reported that Bolen had been missing from his residence since March 29th.

The Sheriff’s Office is following all potential leads and continues to receive assistance from its local, state and federal partners in its efforts to determine the whereabouts of Mr. Bolen and the circumstances of his disappearance.

Anyone with information about his disappearance should contact the Sheriff’s Office by calling (419) 673-1268, option 0, and requesting to speak with a detective.

At the time of his disappearance Mr. Bolen was described as 5 feet 11 inches tall, with gray hair, green eyes and weighing 185lbs. He was last seen wearing eyeglasses, a yellow tank top shirt, blue jeans, dark blue zip-up sweatshirt, and white New Balance tennis shoes.

07/26/2024

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07/25/2024

There's still time ... you're not too late to get tickets!!

Journey Living Ministry's annual Women's Conference presents speaker Shannon Maier and worship leaders The Remnant in a Night of Hope on Friday, July 26.

We invite those who are hurting and need to hear from Jesus. So, grab your gal pals because this evening is going to be a one-of-a-kind event, finding hope for a new tomorrow!

Click the link below to get Night of Hope event tickets.

Journey Living Ministry Annual Women's Conference presents speaker Shannon Maier and worship leaders The Remnant in a Night of Hope.

07/24/2024

The mural of the Mills Brothers at Main and Water Streets in Piqua is now COMPLETED by around noon Tuesday July 23rd.
Also this morning 3 trees were cut down for a “clear view”!
The mural will officially be dedicated during a public ceremony at 5pm on August 1st.
(Steve M. Baker 7-23-2024)

07/24/2024

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07/23/2024

Bellefontaine native Atlas (Josh) Aultman, former White House military officer, shares insights on Trump rally security

Bellefontaine native, former White House military officer, shares insights on Trump rally security failures Link to interview below By T.J. HUBBARD Examiner Publisher Atlas (Josh) Aultman of Queen …

07/23/2024

07/22/2024

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07/21/2024

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race for the White House on Sunday, ending his bid for reelection following a disastrous debate with Donald Trump that raised doubts about his fitness for office just four months before the election.

The decision comes after escalating pressure from Biden’s Democratic allies to step aside following the June 27 debate, in which the 81-year-old president trailed off and often gave nonsensical answers.

Biden plans to serve out the remainder of his term in office, which ends at noon on Jan. 20, 2025.

“It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve as your President. And while it has been my intention to seek reelection, I believe it is in the best interest of my party and the country for me to stand down and to focus solely on fulfilling my duties as President for the remainder of my term,” Biden wrote in a letter posted to his X account.

Biden endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris via social media to be nominated as the Democratic candidate for President.

President Joe Biden walks down the steps of Air Force One July 17 at Dover AFB in Delaware. Biden dropped out of the 2024 Presidential race Sunday, July 21, and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to become the Democratic Party’s nominee for President. (AP File Photo)

07/20/2024

https://examiner.org/local-couple-excited-for-their-debut-on-tlcs-new-show/

A Russells Point husband and wife pair will make their debut this weekend on TLC’s new show, “Forbidden Love,” featuring couples navigating the challenges of their cultural and religious difference…

07/20/2024

BY SHARYN KOPF If you’ve ever tried to hike around the pond at Fred Carter Park on Lakewood Drive, Bellefontaine, you might have quickly found yourself feeling a bit like a jungle explorer, wishing…

07/20/2024

Journey Living Ministry's annual Women's Conference presents speaker Shannon Maier and worship leaders The Remnant in a Night of Hope on Friday, July 26.

We invite those who are hurting and need to hear from Jesus. So, grab your gal pals because this evening is going to be a one-of-a-kind event, finding hope for a new tomorrow!

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07/19/2024

07/18/2024

Dedication Set for Mills Brothers Mural

The Mills Brothers mural, located on the south wall of the Park National Bank building at 212 N. Main Street, will be completed later this month. The mural features the four Mills Brothers, Harry, Herb, Don and John, Jr. and their father John, Sr. John Jr. was a part of the group until his early death at the age of 25 in 1936. John, Sr. joined the group and continued to be a part of the Mills Brothers until 1956 when he retired. Kim Hassel from Columbus, a great-niece of the Mills Brothers, was instrumental in determining the design and content of the mural.

The Mills Brothers outstanding career was highlighted by a Command Performance at the Palladium in London, the first black artists to do so; they sang at a State Dinner at the White House; they were recognized with a star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame; Lifetime Achievement Award from Ebony Magazine; Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences.

The Mills Brothers illustrious career started in Piqua.

The Mills Brothers Mural dedication is set for Thursday, August 1st at 5 p.m. in the Park National Bank parking lot in front of the mural. Anyone interested in attending the event is welcome. The dedication will feature brief remarks, Mills Brothers music, and a chance to meet the mural artists Michael Boudreault and Chris McDaniels of Artisan Rooms based in Columbus, Ohio. Since the Park National Bank parking lot is in the DORA (Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area) anyone wishing to get a drink from a downtown establishment is welcome to bring it to the dedication.

The Mills Brothers mural project is being lead by community volunteers Ruth A. Koon and Lorna Swisher and would not have been possible without the support of Friends of Mainstreet Piqua, the Mainstreet Piqua Beautification committee, and Mainstreet Piqua Executive Director Staci Roth.
The total cost of the project will be almost $70,000 and no tax dollars from the city of Piqua were used for this outstanding addition to our city. The project was funded entirely by local foundations and private donors. Congratulations to Piqua for recognizing these music legends, The Mills Brothers.
(7-16-2024)

07/17/2024

The Logan County Commissioners Tuesday, July 16, honored two Logan County residents and veterans with a ceremony and American flag presentations at Logan Acres. Commissioners Joe Antram and Mike Yoder presented Korean War era veterans, Mrs. Betty Dowell, seated left, and Mr. Don Stinson, seated right, with encased flags which flew over the Logan County Court House in March and April, respectively. Read more about the event in a future edition of the Bellefontaine Examiner. (EXAMINER PHOTO | T.J. HUBBARD)

07/16/2024

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07/13/2024

Staying up until 4 a.m. Wednesday morning, July 10, to finish prepping their youth baking entries for the Logan County Fair was a welcome and fun occasion for the Young family of West Liberty. …

07/13/2024

Lincoln Stone, who is going into first grade at Bellefontaine Elementary School in the fall, proudly but carefully carries his decorated cake during the home goods auction. (EXAMINER PHOTO | SHARYN…

07/13/2024

07/12/2024

UPDATE: JACK has been located and is SAFE. Thanks again for your help.

07/12/2024

Friday, July 12th – Sponsored by A.G. Boogher & Sons, Inc 9 a.m. — Horse Fun Day Show, Horse Arena8-11 a.m. — Livestock / Horse Skill-a-thon, Activity Building12:30 p.m. — Flower Show 2 J…

07/10/2024

Sign up now for the controlled hunting lotteries at Indian Lake State Park!

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07/08/2024

Attention boaters! Monday morning 1,800 feet of dredge pipe is being moved across the lake from Old Field to Dunn’s pond area. Boaters, please avoid the area while the dredge pipe is being moved. Once it’s in place, the pipe will be submersed under orange balls, and it will lay on the bottom of the lake.