BGSU wetland study points to ways to reduce Lake Erie nutrient runoff
Models and monitoring at two northwest Ohio wetlands suggest changes in water flow could improve nutrient removal.
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Norwalk brush pickup starts Monday; curbside yard-waste season ends Oct. 30
Residents get one brush collection on their regular trash day next week. Free resident drop-off continues through Nov. 29.
Coastal Cabinet and Flooring holds Sandusky open house Wednesday
The Venice Road showroom lists a 9 a.m.–5 p.m. open house. Chamber pages give conflicting times for the ribbon cutting.
Monroeville seeks administrator; applications due Oct. 30
Applicants need an application, resume and three references. The administrative office will be closed during the final three days.
Sandusky County to offer Saturday early voting in Fremont
The county elections office will open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, with evening hours beginning Oct. 26.
Camp Street resurfaced; city warns drivers striping is still to come
Paving between Monroe and Frantz streets is done, the city says. Striping and other finishing work will continue over the coming weeks.
Perkins residents can drop off yard waste free Nov. 7–8
Bring ID or a utility bill for the township's free drop-off at Barnes Nursery. Saturday and Sunday hours differ.
Huron promotes Dan Soisson to fire captain, Kevin Bower to lieutenant
The city says both officers were sworn in Tuesday after a competitive process to fill vacancies following a retirement.
Sandusky student and graduate receive math recognition
The district says Andrea C. and Miguel M. received TODOS recognition and have also earned the Ohio Seal of Biliteracy.
Sandusky bus hub moves to Wayne and East Adams streets Saturday
Witches Walk moves the transit hub and suspends seven downtown stops from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday.
Monroeville administrative office to close Oct. 28–30 for training
The village says messages will be answered when the office reopens Nov. 2. Residents may leave payments and paperwork in the drop box.
Perkins Township seeks vendors for Dec. 5 Night of Lights
The Strickfaden Park application lists a $25 table charge, refundable after the event. Spaces are limited and require approval and payment.
Sandusky parishes offer free burial for cremated remains
Applications are due Nov. 13 for burial at Calvary Cemetery. The program is open regardless of faith or parish affiliation.
Terra State lists Thursday testing cutoff for spring nursing class
The ATI TEAS cutoff is Oct. 15. Spring 2027 nursing applicants have until Oct. 30 to pick up packets and Nov. 30 to submit them.
LEWCO, LogistiQ and partners receive regional collaboration award
Greater Sandusky Partnership recognized the companies and economic-development partners for an expansion spanning Erie and Ottawa counties.
Perkins trustees to hear appeal of Doerzbach Avenue demolition order Oct. 27
The 8:30 a.m. hearing concerns a house at 220 Doerzbach Ave. The township says the owner requested an appeal after an August demolition order.
Tim McGraw, Riley Green to headline The Bash in Norwalk next summer
The Aug. 12–14, 2027 festival at Summit Motorsports Park opens public ticket sales Friday. Thursday admission starts at $40; Friday and Saturday start at $129 each.
Sandusky homecoming parade starts at 5:30 p.m.; Camp Street closes at 5
The parade goes from the Shelby Street boat launch to Strobel Field today. Camp Street closes from 5 to 7 p.m., with brief rolling closures at intersections.
Firelands Symphony to open season with Broadway music Sunday
Vocalist Tricia Tanguy joins the orchestra Oct. 18 in Huron. Tickets are $44 for adults and $5 for students.
Hayes Civil War camp to offer free performances and paid tours Oct. 24
The Fremont event includes a band on horseback, Model T rides and reenactments. Camp tours cost extra; home and museum admission is separate.