Gary Click quietly steps down as church pastor amid heated GOP primary
Rep. Gary Click quietly stepped down as pastor of Fremont Baptist Temple in 2025 as he faces a competitive Republican primary in Ohio’s 88th House District.
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Gary Click faces GOP backlash over AI post while dodging primary debate calls
State Rep. Gary Click faces criticism from fellow Republicans after attacking an AI-generated campaign video while declining to debate his own primary challenger ahead of the May 5 election.
Gary Click’s latest bill would regulate speech and strip local control in Ohio
Rep. Gary Click's HB 693, the "Affirming Families First Act," would compel speech by state employees, override local school boards, create a private lawsuit mechanism funded by taxpayers, and restrict child welfare investigations — all in the name of "parental rights."
Why so many Republicans are running against each other in Seneca County
Republican voters in Seneca County will decide dozens of contested central committee races and competitive primaries for commissioner and state House in the May 5 election, signaling rare intraparty tension.
Click voted to cut Tiffin schools funding after failing to send tax dollars to his church
Rep. Gary Click backed a property tax cap costing Tiffin City Schools $1.2 million annually after authoring failed legislation to fund nonchartered religious schools tied to his church, without state oversight.
Taste in Downtown Tiffin returns with winter edition event
Downtown Tiffin will host the Taste in Downtown Tiffin Winter Edition on Feb. 26, 2026, featuring food samples from 14 local restaurants at The Chandelier Community Event Center.
Ohio House Democrats introduce bills to regulate ICE presence in Ohio
Ohio House Democrats unveiled a package of bills to restrict ICE activity, protect personal data, and improve detention conditions, framing the proposals as matters of civil rights and public safety.
Eric Watson calls for neutrality as District 88 GOP primary turns ugly
Republican candidate Eric Watson calls on party leaders to stay neutral in the GOP primary against Rep. Gary Click as tensions rise in Ohio’s 88th House District.
Eric Watson to Gary Click in Ohio GOP primary: Name-calling and insults 'not needed'
Republican challenger Eric Watson says Ohio House races should focus on issues, not insults, as he contrasts policy positions with incumbent Gary Click ahead of the May 5 primary.
Gary Click says Eric Watson challenge "in the ditch"
Ohio Rep. Gary Click faces a combative Republican primary challenge from Eric Watson in the 88th District as he seeks his final term before term limits.
Gary Click's podcast ranked among worst uses of social media in Ohio politics: poll
State Rep. Gary Click’s podcast earned Sloopy Awards notice as he faces a GOP primary challenge over fundraising and policy, with a general election matchup already set.
Aaron Jones discusses rural issues at Ohio Farmers Union convention
Tiffin City Councilman and Ohio House candidate Aaron Jones met with family farmers and rural advocates at the Ohio Farmers Union State Convention in Lima, discussing farm economics, healthcare costs, and rural community support.
Eric Watson challenges Gary Click in heated Ohio House District 88 GOP primary
Tiffin entrepreneur Eric Watson has launched a Republican primary challenge against State Rep. Gary Click, attacking his support for Digital ID legislation and corporate ties. The May 5 primary winner faces Democrat Aaron Jones in November.
Strbich endorses Tiffin Republican Watson in primary challenge to Click
Ohio Secretary of State candidate Marcell Strbich has endorsed Eric Watson, a far-right Republican challenger to incumbent Rep. Gary Click in Ohio’s 88th House District.
Tiffin councilman Aaron Jones jumps into race for state house seat
Aaron Jones, Tiffin City Councilman and factory supervisor, announces Democratic campaign for Ohio's 88th House District. The U.S. Army veteran will challenge incumbent Gary Click in November.
Why a new Seneca County chicken facility could raise local water bills
Aqua Ohio cautions that runoff from a large egg-laying operation near Tiffin could increase drinking water treatment costs, potentially impacting customer water rates.
Tropical Smoothie Café to open Tiffin location in spring 2026
A Tropical Smoothie Café is planned for West Market Street in Tiffin, opening in spring 2026.
Downtown Tiffin announces 11th annual St. Paddy’s Day 5K Run/Walk
The 11th annual Downtown Tiffin St. Paddy’s Day 5K Run/Walk returns March 14, 2026, supporting downtown revitalization programs.
ICE detained more than 280 people in the central Ohio area during one week in December
More than 280 people were detained by ICE in central Ohio during a December enforcement surge, prompting concern from immigrant advocates and lawmakers over safety, racial profiling, and jail overcrowding.
Façade Enhancement Program to continue in Tiffin in 2026
The City of Tiffin will continue its Façade Enhancement Program in 2026, offering matching grants for exterior improvements to downtown historic buildings.
