HAMLER — The village’s first regular sessions will be relocated to allow more room for distancing.

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic can take a toll on mental health.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce recently prepared a guide detailing the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act’s Paycheck Protection Program.

CINCINNATI – U.S. Sen. Rob Portman, R-OH, announced he will donate his salary through the end of May to five regional organizations across the state of Ohio helping those impacted by the coronavirus pandemic: the Cleveland Foundation COVID-19 Rapid Response Fund, the Columbus Foundation Emer…

COLUMBUS — On Monday, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine extended the closure of K-12th grade school buildings until May 1.

HOLGATE — In a virtual meeting Monday, the Holgate Local Schools Board of Education was updated on the district’s response to the building closure due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

The City of Napoleon recently shared information from the American Water Works Association (AWWA) and World Health Organization (WHO) on the safety of public drinking water systems.

COLUMBUS — New projections shared by state officials Friday show Ohio’s peak of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases could reach 10,000 per day and could occur in mid-May.

With the passing of House Bill 197, Ohio’s primary election has been extended to April 28 and will not include any more in-person voting.

Staff at the Henry County Health Department have mobilized to respond to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic at the local level.

Earlier this week, the Henry County commissioners approved a contract between the Henry County engineer and the Ohio Council 8 of the American Federal of State, County and Municipal Employees, AFL-CIO Local #2900.

The Henry County commissioners Thursday approved an addendum to the 1992 memorandum of agreement (MOA) for the Juvenile Rehabilitation District.

DEFIANCE — The Northwest Ohio Community Action Commission (NOCAC) reported it is continuing to help local residents in need.

On Thursday, Fulton County announced its first two cases of confirmed coronavirus COVID-19, and Defiance County has three more confirmed cases to bring its total up to five.

ARCHBOLD — The Four County Career Center Board of Education recently met for its regular session via teleconference.

HOLGATE — The Holgate Local Schools Board of Education meeting will be held virtually due to the stay-at-home order in effect in Ohio.

A Henry County Board of Health member was reappointed to a new term during the annual Henry County District Advisory Council (DAC) meeting Wednesday.

LIBERTY CENTER — The Liberty Center Local Schools Board of Education Monday approved multiple personnel items.

The City of Napoleon reported three projects will be temporarily halted during the state’s COVID orders.

COLUMBUS — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine Tuesday said his public health measures in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic will also help solve the state’s economy.

With the stay-at-home order in effect in Ohio, how are you spending your extra time at home? Exercising? Learning a new game? Spring cleaning? Doing homework/distance learning? Working?

HOLGATE — Village council Tuesday reviewed health insurance quotes for its employees and will continue to gather more information.

DEFIANCE — Maumee Valley Planning Organization (MVPO) is currently in the process of developing a Regional Transportation Improvement Program (RTIP) for the counties of Defiance, Fulton, Henry, Paulding and Williams.

ARCHBOLD — The board of directors of Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc., the holding company of The Farmers & Merchants State Bank, with assets of $1.61 billion at Dec. 31, recently announced that it has approved the company’s quarterly cash dividend of 16 cents per share, which is a …

It was reported 51 health centers in the State of Ohio will receive nearly $3.25 million in awards.

Expanding the state’s hospital capacity is a main focus for state officials as they continue to respond to the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19 Response assistance is a one-time payment through the Prevention, Retention and Contingency (PRC) Program for Henry County families who have experienced a loss of employment or reduction in employment hours due to the COVID-19 health emergency. COVID-19 Response assistance will prov…

DESHLER — Village council Monday took another step toward repairing the Pine Street bridge.

A new line item will be created in the county’s budget for coronavirus (COVID-19) expenses.

LIBERTY CENTER — The Liberty Center Local Schools Board of Education Monday learned multiple efforts for the district have been postponed due to regulations in response to COVID-19.

LIBERTY CENTER — Liberty Center Local Schools representatives Monday reported there has been positive feedback received on the district’s formal distance learning.

Henry County Senior Center Director Penni Bostelman reported the county’s Meals on Wheels program will continue until an authority directs otherwise.

Christ United Methodist Church in Napoleon will continue to offer its monthly Christ Cafe Food Pantry with a drive-thru process.

Numerous administrative and supervisory contracts were approved by Napoleon Area City Schools Board of Education last week.

The Napoleon Republican Central Committee reported a meeting to recommend a person to fill an open seat on Napoleon City Council will continue, but the location of the meeting has changed.

HOLGATE — The Holgate Local Schools Board of Education meeting scheduled for this evening will be postponed due to Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine’s stay at home order.

LIBERTY CENTER — The village recently discussed a possible update to its T-ball field at the park.

ARCHBOLD — Northwest State Community College’s Archbold campus will be closed and operating remotely until further notice.

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Henry County Board of Elections office will be closed to the public, effective Monday.