Fire officials in Sullivan County say a building is considered a total loss, after catching on fire early Sunday morning.According to crews on scene the call ca
News Briefs: Fremont to conduct hydrant flushing
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Fremont to conduct hydrant flushing
FREMONT - The City of Fremont Water and Sewer Maintenance Department in conjunction with the Fremont Fire Department will continue its annual fire hydrant flow testing/flushing program in the eastern half of Fremont.
The process will take two-four weeks to complete each half of the city. Fire hydrant flow testing/flushing programs are required to assure that an adequate supply of safe, quality water is available for consumer use and an adequate quantity of water is available for fire protection.
The testing identifies specific areas of the city’s water distribution system requiring repairs and upgrades concerning water quantity and quality. Customers may experience temporary low pressure and/or discoloration of water. Customers experiencing persistent problems may contact the Water and Sewer Maintenance Department at 419-332-3181.
News Briefs: Voter registration deadline is April 5
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Voter registration deadline is April 5 for May election
FREMONT- The deadline for voter registration or to change your name or address for the May 4, Special Election is April 5.
Residents can register to vote at the Sandusky County Board of Elections, 2020 Countryside Drive, Fremont. Business hours are 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday.
You are qualified to register to vote in Ohio if you meet all the following requirements:
• You are a citizen of the United States.
• You will be at least 18 years old on the day of the general election.
• You will be a resident of Ohio for at least 30 days immediately before the election in which you want to vote.
News Briefs: Green Springs Firefighters to hold Sunday breakfast
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Green Springs Firefighters to hold Sunday breakfast
GREEN SPRINGS - The Green Springs Volunteer Fire Department will hold its monthly breakfast 7 a.m.-noon Sunday Breakfast will be drive-thru only. Patrons should enter the north entrance of the fire station at 120 Catherine St. and pull around to the back of the building to place and pick up orders. Each meal is $7 and includes two pancakes and two French toasts, sausage and scrambled eggs. No special orders will be taken.
Humane society to hold chicken dinner
PORT CLINTON - The Que Barbeque and Brew, 3975 E. Harbor Road, is hosting a drive-thru chicken dinner to benefit the Humane Society of Ottawa County from 4-7 p.m. March 9. Dinner is $10 and includes a chicken leg quarter, baked beans, baked potato salad and cornbread.