Corn futures experienced minor declines early Thursday following recent market pressures from weather forecasts and international negotiations. Ethanol production increased over last year while traders await key export data reports.

Obetz has proposed a new income tax increase dedicated solely to supporting its police department after rising costs outpaced earlier funding measures. If approved by voters as Issue #19, this measure aims to maintain current safety levels without reducing other…

The City of Obetz has issued a reminder about rules governing political sign placement ahead of Election Day this November. Residents are urged to avoid placing campaign materials in public rights-of-way or on city property and should consult local zoning…

Obetz has been named a Bee City USA affiliate after passing Ordinance 56-25 last September. The city will now focus on supporting local pollinators through habitat creation, reduced pesticide use, education efforts, and resident involvement.

Obetz City Council has approved $2.5 million more funding for its Orchard 38 Business Incubator project aimed at supporting small businesses. The facility will house three restaurants or retail suites with tenants already identified.

The City of Obetz has announced that its Cops & Coffee event will return on March 24 at Enchanted Acres. Residents are invited to meet local officers over coffee in an informal setting aimed at building community ties.

The City of Obetz has launched a holiday gift program in partnership with several local agencies. Families in need can register until December 10 to receive support providing Christmas gifts for children under age 18.

The City of Obetz partnered with local organizations to provide Christmas gifts for nearly 200 children in need. The collaborative effort included law enforcement agencies, schools, nonprofits, and volunteers working together at a December community event.

Saugat Singh Basnet has been sentenced to over twenty years following his conviction for sexually assaulting a Fairborn woman earlier this year. Authorities say he must also register as a Tier III sex offender every ninety days for life.

Master Coach Marilou Butcher Roth explores how envy affects self-worth among professionals. She offers practical advice for shifting focus from comparison to self-appreciation while highlighting her leadership role within Ohio Realtors.

The Buckeye Institute announced that Ohio’s unemployment rate dropped to 3.9 percent in April. Executive Rea S. Hederman Jr. highlighted both gains in private-sector jobs and concerns about declining labor force participation.

Obetz will offer free rides for registered voters needing transport to polling places on November 4. Early registration is encouraged due to limited space. The program highlights ongoing city efforts supporting resident participation.

The City of Obetz has announced that Rohr Road will close beginning May 4 for about two months due to a road widening project. Detours are planned for affected motorists in both directions along major connecting roads.

Corn futures held steady or saw slight gains following strong export sales reported by USDA for mid-May trading sessions. International purchases from South Korea contributed additional support amid stable domestic prices.

The Obetz Planning and Zoning Commission has scheduled a public hearing for March 18, 2026 regarding a conditional use permit request by Kenmore Aggregates I, LLC. Residents can review related documents at the government center during business hours.

The Obetz Planning and Zoning Commission will review a homeowner’s request for fence variances at a public hearing scheduled for March next year. Residents can view details about this proposal in advance at City Hall.

The City of Obetz will start monthly Council Committee of the Whole meetings beginning March 9, 2026. These sessions allow council members to discuss topics in depth before formal decisions are made.

Kalida High School has scheduled its Fall OHSAA Preseason Meeting for August 3 at 8 p.m. All athletes involved in select fall sports and a parent are requested to attend this session in the high school gym.

Ohio lawmakers Roy Klopfenstein and Melanie Miller testified before committee on ‘Trey’s Law,’ which would make confidentiality agreements silencing child sexual abuse victims unenforceable. The bill follows similar measures passed elsewhere. Miller represents Ohio’s 67th District.

Southwest Public Libraries will close both branches on June 19 for Juneteenth observance. The closure highlights the significance of this historic day marking emancipation in Texas. Library officials encourage reflection on Black Americans’ contributions during this period.