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OTTAWA — Both incumbents in the races for two Putnam County commissioner spots will be replaced following Tuesday night’s election results.

BATH TOWNSHIP — Voters approved the 2.5-mill additional levy to restore staffing and capital projects at the Bath Fire Department on Tuesday.

DELAWARE — Democrat Tamie Wilson is hoping that the second time will be the charm when it comes to defeating U.S. Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Urbana.

COLUMBUS (AP) — Cleveland businessman Bernie Moreno won Ohio’s Republican Senate primary on Tuesday, just days after former President Donald Trump visited the state to boost his endorsed candidate in a three-way race that remained competitive to the end.

LIMA — A local store full of beloved animals is set to close its doors. Dot’s Pet Center in Shawnee announced its official closing Friday. According to the company website, the business has been in the community for over 30 years. Owner Evan Nieto purchased Dot’s about five years ago.

OTTAWA — Don Horstman becomes frustrated when he thinks about the driver who illegally passed between a stopped school bus and children waiting to cross township Road I-9 in February.

LIMA — Voters across the area approved renewal levies at their schools, according to unofficial results from Tuesday’s election.

LIMA — Jurors in the murder trial of Djuan McLaurin Sr. heard from an assortment of law enforcement officers on the trial’s second day Tuesday. They also viewed photos of the victim in the case.

WAPAKONETA — A local mom to many was nominated for the Jefferson Award for her heart for others and giving back. Paige Fiebelkorn has volunteered her time and efforts for over 10 years.