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Northwest Ohio’s Pro‑Democracy Newsroom

Cutting through the bullsh*t with the facts.

Independent local reporting, progressive commentary, and community‑rooted journalism serving Tiffin, Fostoria, Bellevue, Green Springs, and communities across Northwest Ohio.

Our Mission

Helping Northwest Ohio understand what’s happening, why it matters, and what they can do about it.

TiffinOhio.net is Northwest Ohio’s independent newsroom for timely local news, accountability reporting, and progressive commentary rooted in our communities.

Founded in 2016, our mission is simple: help people in Tiffin, Fostoria, Bellevue, Green Springs, and communities across Northwest Ohio understand what’s happening, why it matters, and what they can do about it.

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Behind Jack Windsor’s 'investigative reporter' persona: abuse allegations, bankruptcy and a $185K judgment

By Dave MillerAugust 27, 2026
Behind Jack Windsor’s 'investigative reporter' persona: abuse allegations, bankruptcy and a $185K judgment

Windsor called scrutiny of his 2018 domestic case a “grotesque obsession” and said claims were disproven or retracted. The docket contains no such finding. Separate court records show a $150,000 loan to his media company ended in a six-figure judgment before he filed Chapter 13 bankruptcy.

Jon Husted voted to cut food aid for hungry families. Ohio now has 50,000 fewer children on SNAP

By Dave MillerAugust 27, 2026
Jon Husted voted to cut food aid for hungry families. Ohio now has 50,000 fewer children on SNAP

More than 107,000 fewer Ohioans receive food assistance, including 50,477 fewer children, as new restrictions Husted backed take effect.

An Ohio judge was kicked off the bench and suspended. He’s still on the November ballot

By Jake ZuckermanAugust 27, 2026
An Ohio judge was kicked off the bench and suspended. He’s still on the November ballot

The Ohio Supreme Court kicked Jon Ickes off the bench and suspended his law license. But the board of elections kept him on the ballot, and his opponent has asked the Supreme Court to intervene.

New challenges to Trump mail-in voting order arrive after US Supreme Court ruling

By Jacob FischlerAugust 27, 2026
New challenges to Trump mail-in voting order arrive after US Supreme Court ruling

Officials from 24 states and D.C. argue the finalized USPS rule tramples state authority over elections, as a judge sets an Aug. 31 briefing deadline.

‘Ohio’s become incredibly expensive.’ Democratic lawmakers blame One Big Beautiful Bill for prices

By Megan HenryAugust 27, 2026
‘Ohio’s become incredibly expensive.’ Democratic lawmakers blame One Big Beautiful Bill for prices

Landsman's GOP opponent calls the affordability claims hypocritical, as marketplace premiums nearly double and 100,000 Ohioans lose SNAP benefits.

Ohio economists split on benefits of year-round daylight saving time

By Marty SchladenAugust 27, 2026
Ohio economists split on benefits of year-round daylight saving time

Fifteen economists surveyed were nearly evenly split, recalling how 1974's permanent daylight saving experiment collapsed amid dark school bus stops and stalled energy savings.

Data center developers donate millions to Ohio utility assistance program as national backlash grows

By Nick EvansAugust 27, 2026
Data center developers donate millions to Ohio utility assistance program as national backlash grows

Critics call the $18.5 million in donations a PR move timed to a GOP memo warning data centers could cost Husted his Senate seat.

Ohio voters need 20/30 vision for the next round of redistricting

By Rory Riley ToppingAugust 27, 2026
Ohio voters need 20/30 vision for the next round of redistricting

Republicans' 2010 REDMAP strategy shows how state legislative races years before a census can lock in decades of redistricting control.

New court filings reveal more details of undercover agents’ surveillance of anti-ICE protesters

By Madison McVanAugust 27, 2026
New court filings reveal more details of undercover agents’ surveillance of anti-ICE protesters

A defense attorney's filing shows agents used chat-capturing software on Signal groups and subpoenaed website registrars to unmask anti-ICE organizers.

Port Clinton man identified as victim of fatal Seneca County train collision

By TiffinOhio.net StaffAugust 27, 2026
Port Clinton man identified as victim of fatal Seneca County train collision

The 60-year-old man was struck by a Norfolk Southern train near West County Road 42, and investigators still have not said why he was on the tracks.

Defend democracy

We cover voting rights, elections, and government with a pro‑democracy lens.

Center working people

We prioritize stories about labor, wages, housing, and economic justice.

Hold power accountable

We scrutinize how decisions by public officials and institutions affect our region.

Serve the whole community

We strive to reach people who don’t usually seek out civic information or subscribe to paywalled outlets.

Keep information free

Local news should be a public good, not a luxury product.

Build community

We foster connections and conversations that strengthen Northwest Ohio.

What We Cover

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You’ll see our work across a few main areas of coverage, all connected by a pro‑democracy, pro‑community lens.

Local news & accountability

City and county government, schools, public safety, and how policies impact Northwest Ohio communities.

Labor & working families

Unions, workplace issues, wages, benefits, and the economy from a pro‑worker perspective.

Democracy & voting

Elections, voting access, democracy tools, and coverage that helps people participate, not just spectate.

State & national stories that hit home

Reporting and analysis on statehouse and national decisions that ripple through our region.

Commentary & analysis

Clearly labeled opinion pieces that offer progressive, pro‑democracy perspectives and invite debate.

Community & culture

Local events, arts, sports, and the stories that make Northwest Ohio unique.

Our Model

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Because staying informed should be a right — not another subscription.

We believe local news is a public good, not a gated product. That’s why TiffinOhio.net remains 100% free for everyone in our community — no paywalls, no clickbait slideshows.

Independent

We’re accountable to our readers, not corporate owners.

Accessible

Our reporting is open to anyone with an internet connection, regardless of income.

Focused

We spend our time on journalism, not chasing clicks or view‑through rates.

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Funding

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We do not accept funding from any national, state, or local political party, party committee, candidate, or campaign.

Individual readers

People who contribute what they can to keep local news strong.

Mission‑aligned partners

Organizations that share our commitment to democracy and local journalism.

Limited earned revenue

Carefully chosen revenue that does not compromise our editorial independence.

Ownership

Rooted in Northwest Ohio, not hedge funds.

TiffinOhio.net is owned and operated by NorthStar Civic Media, a mission‑driven organization focused on sustainable local journalism.

  • Not controlled by hedge funds or corporate chains.
  • No political party, committee, or campaign ownership.
  • Built to keep local journalism rooted in the communities it serves — including Tiffin and Northwest Ohio.

Editorial Integrity

How we earn — and keep — your trust.

The trust of our audience is our highest priority. We’re transparent about how we report, label, and correct our work so you can see how decisions are made.

News vs. opinion is clearly labeled

Our commentary and analysis pieces are marked as opinion, separate from straight news coverage.

Facts come first

News articles are researched using reputable sources, cross‑checked by our staff, and verified for accuracy before publication.

We correct our mistakes

When we get something wrong, we correct it as quickly and transparently as possible.

We’re transparent about our standards

We publish detailed policies so you can see how we approach verification, corrections, and labeling.

Partner content is clearly labeled

We work with trusted partners for statewide coverage, and those stories are clearly labeled so you always know where a story originated.

We welcome reader feedback

Your questions, concerns, and tips help us improve our coverage and hold ourselves accountable.