Tiffin man charged with felony strangulation after woman reports being choked
The 69-year-old was accused by his stepsister of stealing from their father before deputies say he strangled and injured her.
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Fact check: Gary Click paid to promote scandal-tainted HB 6 during repeal fight, said it was 'necessary'
Click was not yet a state lawmaker when House Bill 6 passed. But as a first-time candidate, his campaign spent money promoting the law while Ohioans were trying to repeal it — and his campaign website was still calling HB 6 a “necessary investment” in May 2026.
Woman flown to Toledo after serious crash in Seneca County
Responders found the woman in a field with a severe leg laceration, prompting a Life Flight helicopter landing at the Route 224 and County Road 7 crash site.
Gary Click booed after mischaracterizing Aaron Jones’ positions at Tiffin forum
Click accused Jones of backing men in women's sports and pediatric sex changes, positions Jones never stated and one already banned under Ohio law.
David Ziegler rejects data centers in Seneca County as Frankart sidesteps whether he supports them
Independent commissioner candidate David Ziegler said data centers do not belong in Seneca County, while Republican incumbent Bill Frankart stopped short of saying whether he supports or opposes bringing the massive facilities into the county.
Tiffin's $2,000 sewer-backup grant stalls after 3-3 council split
Council President Bridget Boyle broke a tie Monday to table the proposal after council members raised concerns about sewer funding, the operation of backflow-prevention devices and potential city liability.
Tiffin police issue trespass warning after woman reports 'disappearing' comments near former Big Lots
Hours later, the woman took her concerns to City Council, where officials discussed whether Tiffin should explore additional camping rules while acknowledging limits on what the city can enforce on private property.
Click, Jones, Frankart and Ziegler to face voter questions at Tiffin candidates forum
The Sept. 23 League of Women Voters forum will bring candidates for Ohio House District 88 and Seneca County commissioner together at Tiffin Middle School ahead of the November election.
Tiffin to celebrate Dolly Day with downtown festivities, movie and literacy fundraiser
The Sept. 25 community celebration will feature Dolly Parton-inspired activities, food trucks, karaoke, a screening of "Steel Magnolias" and fundraising for a local children's literacy program.
Ritz Teen Thespian Guild sets auditions for fall productions
Area teenagers ages 13 to 18 can audition Sept. 20 and 21 for November performances of American History in 60 and Vote at The Ritz Theatre.
Seneca County Indivisible to host ‘Block Party for Democracy’ in downtown Tiffin Saturday
Organizers say the free event targets people who skip rallies or canvassers, pairing crafts and games with League of Women Voters registration help.
Why did Gary Click quietly leave his church? Months later, voters still don't have a clear answer
Rep. Gary Click called the transition "very public" when challenged but has not identified any announcement from March 2025, when he says he stepped down.
Tiffin police capture wanted man after nearly hour-long search downtown
Ryan Aiden Hatcher was already wanted on a statewide warrant with $10,000 bond before Friday's chase, and now faces $20,000 combined bail on three new charges.
Aaron Jones calls for bipartisan limits on Flock cameras, AI surveillance in Ohio
The Democratic candidate for Ohio House District 88 says government should not be tracking people who are suspected of no crime. Republican incumbent Gary Click has not publicly taken a position.
Seneca East FFA installs new sign at entrance to Attica
The chapter says additional signs are planned for Republic as part of an effort to highlight FFA’s longstanding presence in the Seneca East community.
Tiffin 18-year-old reached 127 mph, drove with lights off before violent rollover, sheriff’s reports say
Brady Monaco was ejected from his pickup and found unconscious after a pursuit that deputies say crossed fields, blew through stop signs at triple-digit speeds and ended after the truck struck two utility poles.
Tiffin city government faces major electricity increase after years at below-market rate
The city has continued paying less than 5 cents per kilowatt-hour under a contract that expired more than two years ago. NOPEC hopes to soften the coming increase by pooling Tiffin with 11 other communities as Ohio confronts rapidly growing electricity demand.
City of Tiffin considers paying property owners up to $2,000 to prevent sewer backups
Following recent rainfall and reports of sewer backups at homes and businesses, a proposed city program would cover half the cost of installing backflow-prevention devices, up to $2,000.
9 Seneca County food facilities cited for critical violations in August
Inspectors found repeat food-storage violations, improperly held food and expired baby food during August inspections, but every critical citation was corrected on-site.
Fleetwood Mac tribute concert coming to Downtown Tiffin to benefit Seneca County Humane Society
GW's owner Bob Stine organized the free Sept. 24 show, with more than 50 sponsors backing a beer garden, 50/50 drawing and supply drive for shelter animals.
