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JC's Tyler Back finishes third in regional shot put to earn trip to state finals.
Columnist answers questions about summer Olympics and a small town in western In...
Kylie Kahlig of the Fort Recovery High School track team falls 1 inch short of a...
Attendance was down this year at Jay County Hospital spring health fair.
Columnist offers recipe for Hoppin’ John.
Big 12 coaches vote Jay County High School Josh Ludy as best player in conferenc...
Redkey approves plan to annex 84 acres.
Jay County High School softball team shut out in sectional semifinal.
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CR sports editor Ray Cooney needs sports questions to answer in tomorrow's colum...
Skies will be sunny today with a high of 81 degrees. It will be mostly cloudy to...
Photo galleries are updated with photos from the JCHS boys track and girls tenni...
Letter to the editor: Think twice about Sunday sales of alcohol.
Plans progressing for third annual bicycle race in Portland.
South Adams High School softball team rolls over Eastside in opening round of se...
Jay County Solid Waste District pitches recycling program.
Bluffton Tigers shut out Jay County High School baseball team in regular-season...
Ben Dues selected as principal for Bloomfield Elementary.
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There is a chance of showers and thunderstorms today, and the high will be 78 de...
Pick up Monday's CR for photos from FRHS graduation, Bloomfield principal Dan Ho...
Fort Recovery's Kylie Kahlig and Elle Sutter advance to regional in girls track.
Jordan McBride leads Jay County offense as Patriot baseball team scores victory...
Jay County FFA soil judging team finishes in fourth place.
Jay County girls tennis team advances to sectional championship with 4-1 victory...
Ride to honor Andrew Whitacre is scheduled for June 23.
Mikayla Westgerdes places eighth; four Fort Recovery athletes qualify for distri...
Portland Board of Works is taking more time to consider contract with city plann...
Evan Liechty and Joel Schmidt finish as sectional runners-up for South Adams Hig...
Redkey hires new marshal; former marshal applies for deputy job.
Tyler Back wins two sectional titles to lead Jay County's boys track team to a t...
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Jay County girls tennis team downs Union City 4-1 to advance to sectional champi...
Tyler Back and Cade Price won titles tonight. Pick up Thursday's CR for details...
Columnist enjoyed his time with Cookbook Club.
Portland Aviation Board reviews progress on two ongoing projects.
Editorial: Councilman was right to ask for more formal and transparent bid proce...
IDEM rejects Portland's proposed changes to wetland remediation plan.
JCHS graduate Billy Wellman is the top hitter for the Ball State University base...
Bev Inman wins 2012 Jack Cole Award for Volunteerism.
Columnist says coach has been a key to cross country and track success.
Portland Board of Works approves two contracts for wastewater treatment plant up...
Photos from the JCHS girls track team's victory at Tuesday's sectional are now a...
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Spring Kroozen is scheduled for Saturday.
Skies will be sunny today with a high of 74 degrees. The low tonight will be 48.
Jay County High School softball team stops five-game skid with win over Monroe C...
Columnist was happy to return to the park.
South Adams defeats Jay County in baseball; teams draw sectional opponents. http...
Portland's Shane Mann recognized with Muncie City Council Good Citizenship award...
Hannah Moore wins 3,200-meter run at sectional tournament to lead South Adams to...
Team effort leads Jay County High School girls track team to third straight sect...
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The high today will be 72 degrees with sunny skies and north winds between 10 an...
Jay girls win third straight track sectional. Read about it in Wednesday's CR.
Pick up Tuesday's paper for coverage of the Portland Revolving Loan Fund Committ...
Wearing ring gives columnist illusion of a little more power.
Yorktown Tigers take both games of doubleheader over Jay County High School soft...
Ohio Environmental Protection Agency officials say toxic algae levels at Grand L...
South Adams High School baseball team wins Starfire Invitational.
Kids take off Saturday for a run around the pond at Hudson Family Park in Portla...
Ohio man dies while playing in football game for Jay County Panthers.
Fort Wayne South Side sweeps Jay County High School baseball team.
Project at Jay County Highway Department is moving forward.
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Fort Recovery Schools are on a 2-hour delay today.
Jay Schools are on a 3-hour delay today.
Wes-Del Warriors shut out Jay County High School softball team.
Evan Liechty wins pair of events to lead South Adams boys track team to the Alle...
Marsh Supermarkets is looking for a new CEO.
Fort Recovery High School baseball team closes season with victory over Marion L...
Community to benefit from Elizabeth Starbuck estate.
Argylls shut out Jay County High School girls tennis team. ht...
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Fort Recovery High School baseball team goes hitless in sectional championship l...
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Skies will be sunny today with a high of 66 degrees. The low tonight will be 40.
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Sectional baseball: Fort Recovery falls 10-0 to defending state champion Minster.
West Jay Middle School's award ceremonies are scheduled for May 25.
State Rep. Bill Davis (R-Portland) reviews election results while his wife Mary...
Ciera Barcus and Maria Murphy lead unbeaten JCHS girls track team to victory ove...
Columnist talks about the spring rite of sorting.
Grand slam by Collin Affolder finishes off the South Adams baseball team's six-i...
Jay County voters join in anti-Lugar wave.
Mid-game speech sparks Jay County High School baseball team in 6-2 victory over...
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There is a chance of rain today after 11 a.m. The high will be 66 degrees with w...
Red Cross will hold blood drive in Pennville on Saturday.
JCHS sophomore Caitlin Mark gives instructions to a group of swimmers, including...
Portland City Council taking steps to pay back Indiana Office of Community and R...
Jay County High School students earn more than $1.25 million in scholarships. ht...
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Jay County High School girls track team fights off Leo Lions to win Blackford In...
Polls open at 6 a.m.
South Adams High School softball team splits games with Bellmont.
Columnist says gardening will make mom happy.
Jay County High School softball team has won four in a row.
Editorial urges residents to get out and vote.
Former Pennville resident Mitchell Thomas places in top 100 at Indianapolis mini...
FRHS baseball scores all of its runs in the first inning in a 4-1 win over Range...
Jay County Commissioners discuss options for water service at retirement center....
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Sectional softball: Minster 10, Fort Recovery 1
Brad Leuthold of JCHS leads a preliminary race of the 200-meter dash Friday at t...
JCHS freshman Malarie Houck clears a hurdle Friday as she leads the 100-meter hu...
New home construction tops list of building permits.
Jack and Mary Hammond will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary May 20. http...
Sectional baseball: Fort Recovery wins 4-1
Sectional baseball: Fort Recovery leads New Knoxville 4-0 after two innings
Fort Recovery High School softball team drops 6-0 decision to Marion Local. http...
Kylie Kahlig of Fort Recovery wins shot put at Mercer County Meet with career-be...
Letter to the editor: Jay County Extension Homemakers plan to increase involveme...
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The FRHS softball sectional game against Minster that was scheduled for today ha...
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JCHS graduate Josh Ludy added to watch list for national award.
Columnist says it's important to temper criticism with compassion.
Mylee Castillo, 2, gets help from her mom, Kelsey, as she rides her bike along F...
Columnist says it's time to redefine the classics.
South Adams High School girls tennis team picks up first victory.
Portland turns down donation of Arch Street lot.
Jay County High School graduate Brandon Reynard wins 400-meter hurdles at Bellar...
Jay County Fair Board is adapting to new rules for outdoor stages.
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Geneva will hold heavy trash collection day on May 19.
Check out our new photo galleries from prom, the Jay County Hospital health fair...
The Commercial Review is always looking for regular and substitute newspaper car...
The National Center for Great Lakes Native American Culture will have its Gather...
Erica Clark and Nathan Steed are planning a May 19 wedding. h...
Columnist's sense of perspective is intact after visit, accident.
Despite a downpour, members of Girl Scout Troops 2345 and 2349, Portland, delive...
Second police officer resigns in Redkey.
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The Jay County High School baseball game scheduled for tonight against Muncie So...
The crossword puzzle that was missing from Tuesday's paper will run today. We ap...
Reader weighs in on race between Lugar, Mourdock.
Jay County High School students win auto skills competition.
Jay County High School Senior Honors Night is scheduled for Monday.
The Jay County High School girls track meet scheduled for tonight has been cance...
Jay County Regional Sewer District will not bill property owner after home was d...
The crossword puzzle that was missing from today's paper will run tomorrow. We a...
The FRHS baseball game scheduled to be played at home tonight has been moved to...
Jay County High School principal Phil Ford was elected Monday as president of th...
All South Adams High School athletic events that were scheduled for tonight have...
JCHS softball vs. Fort Recovery, tennis and JV baseball scheduled for tonight ha...
The sun sets west of Portland Monday evening after a line of thunderstorms moved...
Jay School Board approves retirements.
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The South Adams High School baseball game against Blackford that was postponed M...
Crosby Heniser controls Jason Counts of Club Bushido during the Indiana State Ju...
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Participants run on county road 100 North Saturday during the Matt Aker Memorial...
Columnist found tour of greenhouse enjoyable.
South Adams High School baseball team rolls to victory over Southwood.
Organizational meeting scheduled for Jay County Community Garden.
Fort Recovery High School baseball and softball teams will begin tournament play...
Patty Johnston of Pregnancy Care Center talks with Blake and Brianna Zorn, Portl...
Jay County High School girls track team wins third straight title at Muncie Sout...
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Former Portland Mayor Bruce Hosier joins staff of The Schneider Corporation as a...
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East Jay Middle School track teams cruise to victories over South Adams.
CR Publisher to speak about trip to Burma.
Jay County High School baseball team suffers loss to Memorial (St. Marys).
Editorial: It's time to get serious about distracted driving.
St. Henry defeats Fort Recovery High School baseball team.
Steinbrunner is planning a June wedding.
South Adams High School boys golf team finishes second in all-Adams County event...
Prom organizers offer thanks to helpers.
Jay County High School softball team bounced back from loss to Marion with victo...
The DeKalb Invitational, which was scheduled for Saturday, has been canceled. Th...
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The Jay County High School softball team knocked off the Mississinewa Indians 7-...
Editorial questions list of candidates for Congress on Democratic ticket.
Columnist was impressed by communities contributions at Promen-Aid.
Jay County Hospital Auxiliary hopes to have start on new garden within the a yea...
Columnist says special moments make covering every sport more exciting.
Redkey town marshal Donnie James cites meddling from council members as his reas...
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Jay County High School graduate Pazia Speed is hitting .400 for Huntington Unive...
Check out our photo galleries from JCHS softball vs. Muncie Southside and JCHS v...
Keep track of how local athletes are performing in college. Check out "Collegiat...
Jay County High School girls tennis team wins third straight to move above .500....
The first farmers' market of the year at Jay County Courthouse will be May 12. h...
South Adams High School boys track team rolls to victories over Leo and Southern...
Pair of local heroes will be honored Saturday.
Fort Recovery High School baseball team picks up first Midwest Athletic Conferen...
Columnist says veteran newspaper man is deserving of honor.
Close races highlight track meet between Jay County and Fort Recovery.
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Jay County High School softball team dominates Fort Wayne North Side.
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The Commercial Review would like to thank everyone who participated in the Prome...
Remember to bring food or cash donations for Promen-Aid benefitting the Helping...
Fort Recovery High School softball team falls to New Bremen.
Race for Jay County Coroner on Democratic ticket will not be contested.
Kylie Kahlig leads Fort Recovery High School girls track team to three victories...
Four are vying for county council in primary election.
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Fort Recovery High School honor roll announced.
Letter to the editor urges conversation with kids about alcohol issues.
South Adams High School baseball team jumps above .500 with victory over Bluffto...
Jay County Clerk Ellen Coats is facing challenge from Melinda Bailey in May elec...
Jay County High School girls tennis team cruises to victory over Muncie Southsid...
Redkey Town Council approves purchase of equipment for street repairs.
First-inning home runs bury Jay County High School softball team in 12-0 loss to...
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Heather Stevens and Ryan Younts are planning a May wedding. h...
Three honored by United Way of Jay County.
Fort Recovery teenager is making progress in recovery from injuries suffered in...
Columnist reviews some area athletes who are having standout seasons.
Portland Aviation Board approves concrete work.
Alex Augsberger pitches South Adams to victory over Wayne Generals.
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Jay County Fair 2012
The Commercial Review will be teaming with students from Jay County High School...
Jay County High School softball team falls short against Daleville.
Jay County Public Library is hosting "Money Smart Week."
Joel Schmidt, Hannah Moore and Trisha Myers lead South Adams High School track t...
Columnist tells a tale about too many hotels.
Fort Recovery High School baseball team loses by one to Coldwater.
Lieutenant Governor Becky Skillman visits Jay County as part of her Hoosier Cros...
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Letter to the editor: It's time for the GOP to take back the senate.
Jay County High School boys golf team falls to Delta.
Resident voices concerns about aggressive dog at Portland City Council meeting....
Fort Recovery High School softball team suffers loss to Coldwater.
State agrees to provide up to $10 million in loan money for Portland sewer proje...
Jay County High School track teams roll over Mississinewa. ht...
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The Commercial Review will be teaming with students from Jay County High School...
Jay County High School boys track team wins at John Marshall Invitational.
Dreary day turned out wonderful for columnist.
Arcanum Trojans hand Fort Recovery High School baseball team a 7-1 defeat.
Editorial: It's important to take part in community events.
Jay County High School baseball team rallies for tie in second game of doublehea...
Jay County Commissioners sign agreement allowing City of Portland to rent equipm...
Darian Barnett, a JCHS senior, was chosen this weekend to be a member of the Ind...
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Check out our photo galleries from last week's JCHS and FRHS events.
The Commercial Review will be teaming with students from Jay County High School...
Kylie Kahlig wins three events to lead Fort Recovery High School girls track tea...
Geneva chamber names Studebacker Citizen of the Year.
Comeback falls short for Fort Recovery High School softball team in 8-6 loss to...
The Commercial Review will be teaming with students from Jay County High School...
Nikka Chaney and Chelsea Tighe hit home runs as Jay County High School softball...
Jay County High School senior honor roll released.
Upgrade is on the way for Portland wastewater treatment plant.
South Adams High School softball team rolls over New Haven.
Evan Mathias leads Jay County High School boys golf team over Wapahani.
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The Commercial Review will be teaming with students from Jay County High School...
Reader says thank you for TRAC event.
Shane Keen planning June wedding.
Emma Rosswurm leads South Adams Middle School girls track team to victory.
Columnist gives tips on how to be more comfortable in the kitchen.
Columnist reviews area teams that are off to strong starts.
Jay County Council approves shift in 911 payments.
New owners plan to fix up Shank Street home.
Jay County High School graduate Josh Ludy leads Big 12 in RBIs.
Jay County athletes to represent Indiana State Wrestling Association in national...
Medal of Honor winner to speak at Museum of the Soldier.
The Commercial Review will be teaming with students from Jay County High School...
Jay County High School sophomore/junior honor roll announced.
Jay County High School softball team comes back from two-run deficit to beat Sou...
Columnist believes he has just witnessed history.
Hannah Moore and Evan Liechty lead South Adams High School track teams to victor...
Portland Park Board approves 5-year plan.
Jay County High School track teams roll over Richmond.
The Commercial Review will be teaming with students from Jay County High School...
Helping Hand Food Bank is in need of deposits.
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CR sports editor Ray Cooney and county reporter Steve Garbacz made a wager on wh...
Jay County High School baseball team runs record to 5-0.
South Adams High School softball team rolls over Southern Wells.
Jay County Commissioners approve claim to pay for part of new truck bay.
Redkey Town Council cuts nearly $20,000 from budget.
Fort Recovery High School baseball team rallies past Franklin Monroe.
Dunkirk discussing development/economic commission.
We're 55 likes away from 1,000 fans on Facebook. Take a minute to point friends...
The Commercial Review wins five awards in Indiana Associated Press Managing Edit...
Columnist having identity crisis because of so many different roles.
South Adams High School baseball team splits games at Adams County Classic. http...
Debate for state senate race is scheduled for Wednesday.
Jay County High School softball team takes doubleheader from Connersville.
A draft agreement between the county and city for work at the former XPLEX site...
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Roberts couple to celebrate 60th wedding anniversary.
Blood drive draws 103 donors.
Portland Board of Works taking time to review options for work at wastewater tre...
Columnist answers questions about conferences, class sports and NCAA basketball...
Chairmen feeling good about progress with 20/20 Vision plan.
Jay County High School graduate Amanda Johnson wins 800-meter run at Taylor meet...
Check out our photo gallery from Tuesday's softball game between Jay County and...
Fort Recovery High School baseball team suffers 11-2 loss to Fort Loramie.
Ray still needs one more sports question to answer in Thursday's column. Post be...
Center schedules conference about War of 1812.
Area Easter egg hunts scheduled for March 31 and April 7.
Kylie Kahlig wins three events to lead Fort Recovery girls track while boys set...
Portland Aviation Board turns focus to shutting down old fuel tanks.
Fort Recovery High School baseball team defeats Mississinawa Valley 8-0 for firs...
Dunkirk Democrats will have to fill vacancy.
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Fisher, Lewis planning June wedding.
Fort Recovery Middle School honor roll announced.
Columnist learned lessons at the lunch table.
Reader responds to editorial about child care.
Jay County High School graduates Jordan McMillan and Amanda Johnson compete at P...
Jay County Hospital will assess local health concerns.
Columnists battle over Final Four.
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Josh Jellison set to wed on April 28.
Jackie Fullenkamp powers Fort Recovery High School softball team to 15-8 win ove...
Columnist hopes changes in Myanmar are the real deal.
Errors and walks hurt Fort Recovery High School baseball team in loss to Lincoln...
Is your organization planning a community Easter egg hunt or related event in th...
Columnist and grandchildren had a fun, messy time with gingerbread.
Jay County High School junior Kegan Comer earns all-state honorable mention. htt...
County will help Portland with wetlands project.
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Jay County High School has been selected to play in the 2012 Hall of Fame Classi...
Heading into the Final Four, Steve Garbacz leads The CR's bracket challenge. Ray...
Arts Place gets new director of education.
Our spring home improvement supplement was published in today's paper. Check it...
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Columnist is enjoying the early stretch of warm weather.
Pieces are in place for an elevator upgrade at Jay County Courthouse.
Jay County High School junior Katie Snyder places seventh on vault at gymnastics...
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Katie Snyder ties for seventh in state on vault.
Katie tied for sixth with five competitors remaining.
Katie is still tied for fifth with one rotation left.
Katie is tied for fifth midway through the state finals.
Snyder is second after first rotation.
Jay County's Katie Snyder scores 9.475 on vault at state finals
Tyler Rigby leads our bracket contest with 26 of 32 first-round games right. Ray...
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Jerles couple celebrates 70th anniversary.
Jay County Public Library will host program for teenagers.
Katie Snyder of Jay County High School looking for school record, state medal on...
Jay County High School group is headed to indoor percussion competition.
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Tyler Rigby leads The CR's bracket contest after perfect first day. Sports edito...
Fort Recovery High School graduate Greg Kahlig scores 10 points for Findlay in t...
Columnist's search results in sweet, salty dish.
Kentucky Wildcats are the popular pick in bracket contest.
Jay County Council votes to change the way it is paying for 911 services.
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Jay County High School's Brock McFarland and Kegan Comer chosen for IBCA Top 100...
The high today will be 78 degrees with winds from 5 to 15 miles per hour and gus...
Dunkirk City Council discusses options for wastewater treatment plant.
Addington, Koesters were married in December.
Resident asks sewer district to stop billing.
Jay County Commissioners get quotes for highway department radios.
Group of Jay County High School students is working to raise money to help torna...
Jay County High School's Craig Teagle to coach Indiana All-Stars.
School board debates new position.
If you sign up, please use your real name as your "bracket name". We will be run...
Columnist's mood is just as unpredictable as the weather.
Reader says it is important to take time for annual check-up.
Jay County High School senior Maria Murphy takes second in shot put at Patriot I...
City of Portland wins default judgment in suit against Geesaman Industries. http...
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South Adams High School junior Todd Batt will represent the state of Indiana in...
City of Portland is asking for a default judgment.
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The IHSAA is accepting donations to "Hoosiers for Henryville."
Jay County swimmers win five events at divisional meet.
Columnist has no easy answer to problem with pockets.
Fort Recovery graduate Joanna Snyder earns Ohio Athletic Conference athletic and...
Mercer County Sheriff's Department asks for cooperation.
Columnist says Colts/Manning "breakup" was the right thing for both sides.
Join The CR's bracket challenge. Selected results will be published in the paper...
Portland Board of Works approves recycling deal.
Fort Recovery High School boys basketball team will seek to avenge loss in Frida...
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Are you or someone you know traveling to southern Indiana to aid the towns that...
JCHS graduate Pazia Speed had nine points, seven rebounds and three assists toda...
Rain is expected to continue until 4 p.m. with west winds at 15 to 25 miles per...
The Fort Recovery boys basketball team will play St. Henry for the district cham...
"Music Lasts a Lifetime" concert is schedule for March 15 at Jay County High Sch...
Jay County's middle school girls swim team picks up victory over South Adams. ht...
Columnist takes a look at some old photos.
Fort Recovery High School's boys basketball team fights off St. John's in distri...
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Skies will be mostly sunny today with a high of 67 degrees. There will be winds...
FR wins, 54-46
Fort Recovery boys lead St. John's 23-17 at halftime
Arts Place will display work by local students.
County to help Dunkirk take possession of six properties.
City of Portland to ask for extension on deadline to pay back grant.
Jay County middle school swimmers Sophie Bader and Anne Vormohr trade records. h...
Jay County High School gymnasts head to regional Friday with sights set on seaso...
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The high temperature today will be 57 degrees with sunny skies and winds gusting...
JCHS grad Pazia Speed's game in the the NAIA tournament Thursday at 7:30 a.m. wi...
Columnist spends rainy day lost in a good book.
Fort Recovery High School boys basketball team will play in district semifinal o...
Letter to the editor: State not protecting kids.
Maria Murphy, a Jay County High School senior, wins shot put at IWU indoor meet....
Jay County Commissioners will look into communication concern.
Wade Gelhaus of Fort Recovery High School selected as Midwest Athletic Conferenc...
Area residents talk public safety with Davis, Holdman.
Jay County High School junior Katie Snyder wins vault sectional title.
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Skies will be mostly sunny today with a high of 34 degrees and winds gusting as...
Katie Snyder wins vault sectional title; Jay finished second in team competition
The number for the Mercer County Sheriff's Department tip line was incorrectly l...
West Jay Middle School sixth grade boys basketball team drops season finale. htt...
Jay falls 51-42
Jay trails 26-25 at halftime
Jay County leads Wayne 16-11 after one
Sophie Bader and Anne Vormohr combine to break three records for Jay County midd...
Mercer County Sheriff's Department releases composite of suspect in Mendon-area...
Portland Board of Works taking more time to consider spending decisions.
Upper Scioto Valley rallies from 17-point deficit to eliminate Fort Recovery in...
Deficits led to money crunch for Jay County 911 fund.
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Columnist says IHSAA needs to seed all team tournaments.
USV rallies to beat FR 58-52
Letter to the editor: Take care of your pets.
FR leads USV 31-16 at halftime
Fort Recovery leads 19-11 led by 10 points and seven rebounds from Kahlig
Jay County High School graduate Dexter Shreve finishes fourth in MAC.
Columnist considers himself a connoisseur of commercials.
Jay County and Fort Recovery high schools are both focused on winning sectional...
Portland Board of Works sets deadline for house on Shank Street.
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Skies will be partly sunny with a high of 46 degrees and winds gusting as high a...
Pick up Thursday's CR for a preview of Friday's Jay County and Fort Recovery boy...
Portland Foundation is accepting nominations for Jack Cole Award for Volunteeris...
Columnist fondly remembers Portland High School's perfect football season.
Ashlyn Dow and Alex Bader lead Jay County Winter Swim Team at invitational. http...
Founder of Jay Petroleum dies at age 85.
Scott Schwieterman leads Jay County boys basketball team past New Haven in tourn...
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There is a 30 percent chance of showers today until about 10 a.m. The high will...
Scott Schwieterman led the Patriots with 19 points and 13 rebounds
Jay boys top New Haven 49-36
Baking helps soothe columnist's soul.
Three East Jay Middle School wrestlers take first place at invitational.
Jay County Commissioners agree to give city help with former XPLEX site.
Jay County High School boys basketball team will open tournament play Tuesday at...
Mercer County Police investigating home invasion with similarities to Fort Recov...
Dominant second half lifts Fort Recovery High School girls basketball team to se...
Portland not among finalists for Stellar Communities grant.
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Fort Recovery girls basketball team wins sectional title 48-33 over Minster
Jay varsity rolls to 59-24 win over Bellmont
Jay County junior varsity tops Bellmont 43-22
Jay County Public Library will host variety of events in March.
Expert says cover crops pay off.
Reader recalls fond memories of house in letter to the editor.
Assistance to Firefighters grant will fund radio purchases.
East Jay Middle School wrestlers knock off West Jay.
Judge denies City of Portland's request.
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There is a chance of rain before 10 a.m. today with more rain and snow to follow...
Columnist is in constant battle for the valuable resource of 'blanketium.'
Columnist answers questions about NBA scoring, a perception of bias in the NFL t...
Boughman couple celebrates 50th anniversary.
Editorial: Portland City Council deserves praise for raising questions.
Jay County High School graduate Josh Ludy is leading the 25th-ranked Baylor base...
Jay County dealing with 9-1-1 funding issues.
Jay County High School boys basketball team will play regular-season finale on F...
Jay County Hospital waiting on Medicare reports.
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The high today will be 45 degrees. There is an 80-percent chance of rain startin...
Honor rolled announced for Fort Recovery Middle School.
Post to wed in July.
South Adams High School boys basketball team suffers fifth straight defeat. http...
Fire burns through columnists memories.
Fort Recovery High School girls basketball team edges St. Henry in sectional tou...
City of Portland's suit against Geesaman Industries opens with hearing in Jay Ci...
Ten-game winning streak comes to an end for Jay County High School boys basketba...
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The high today will be 49 degrees and there is a 30-percent chance of rain begin...
Pick up Wednesday's paper for coverage of Jay County boys and Fort Recovery girl...
Jay falls 46-38 to Norwell
The Jay County High School gymnastics team posted its highest score of the seaso...
Rain is expected to continue until about 1 p.m. with winds gusting as high as 30...
Ray still needs one more sports question to answer in Thursday's column. Post be...
Division IV No. 5 Fort Recovery rolls to a 41-point victory over Mississinawa Va...
The Jay County High School boys basketball team will put its 10-game winning str...
Jay County will need to win three games to repeat as sectional champs after draw...
Jay County High School's James Keen finishes second in a pair of sectional event...
Todd Batt, a South Adams High School senior, finished as the state runner-up at...
Columnists birthday brings up thoughts of how much life has changed.
Jay County High School sophomore Eric Hemmelgarn finished third in the state Sat...
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Jay County draws New Haven in @IHSAA1 boys basketball tournament. See Sunday's C...
South Adams draws first-round bye in @IHSAA1 boys basketball tournament. Starfir...
Eric Hemmelgarn finished third in the state. Read about him and the pair of Sout...
Eric Hemmelgarn beats top-ranked Kaden Sutter 4-3 to finish third in the state
Sawyer Miller falls 5-2 to finish in fourth place
Hemmelgarn falls 5-2 in semifinals. He'll wrestle for third place tonight.
South Adams High School boys basketball team drops conference game to Adams Cent...
Portland resident is part of winning innovation challenge team.
Batt wins 3-2 to advance to state title match.
Fort Recovery High School boys basketball team tops St. John's for sole control...
Miller falls 13-3 to undefeated defending state champion Nathan Boston of Lawren...
Jay County's Eric Hemmelgarn wins 3-0 to advance to semifinals. He will finish t...
Redkey wins planning grant to develop long-term strategy for sewers.
Miller won by a 6-2 score, and Batt won 8-2
Sawyer Miller and Todd Batt of South Adams have both advanced to to state semifi...
Sophomore Eric Hemmelgarn of Jay County secures state medal with first-round win...
Jay County Police investigated a bomb threat Friday.
Kegan Comer leads Jay County High School boys basketball team to win over Union...
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Jay County High School sophomore Eric Hemmelgarn wins by pin in 3:19 in opening...
Jay County leads Union City 28-9 at halftime.
Todd Batt of South Adams wins by pin in 4:19 and will also earn a state medal.
Jay Community Band is looking for a new director.
West Jay Middle School wrestling team splits matches against Winchester and Rand...
Jay County junior varsity boys basketball team tops Union City 38-14
L.J. Moser falls by pin in 5:18.
Sawyer Miller of South Adams wins opening round match at state finals 6-4 to gua...
Letter to the editor from student council adviser praises students for efforts t...
Former Graphic, CR photographer Frank Kenyon dies.
St. John's hands Fort Recovery High School girls basketball team one-point defea...
Portland has put together proposal for Stellar Communities grant.
Jay County High School freshman James Keen earns top sectional seed in two event...
City of Portland has filed suit against Geesaman Industries.
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Jay County 9-1-1 center reacts to bomb threat. Read about it in Saturday's CR.
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South Adams High School is sending three wrestlers to the state finals.
Editorial: Clean Water Affordability Act is a good idea, but it's not likely to...
Jay County High School graduates pick up victories at Indiana Wesleyan Invitatio...
Jay County High School boys basketball team will visit Union City on Friday. htt...
Changes in FAA funding causes issues for Portland Aviation Board.
Columnist discusses achievements by local athletes.
Portland home known for its holiday decorations destroyed in fire.
Columnist is looking forward to judging oratorical contest.
Jay County High School sophomore Eric Hemmelgarn will compete in wrestling state...
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Rain is expected until 11 a.m. today with a high of 44 degrees and winds gusting...
Jay County Public Library offers chance to learn about eReaders.
Frazel, Fennig set to wed Sunday.
Columnist has plenty of questions on sunny winter day.
Marshall Hull of Fort Recovery High School seeded 19th for district race.
Jay County Regional Sewer District projects are winding down.
Fort Recovery High School girls basketball team falls at home to Celina.
The high today will be 41 degrees with a chance to rain beginning at about 1 p.m...
Dunkirk Mayor Dan Watson looking at options for funding wastewater treatment pla...
Fort Recovery High School boys basketball team stays at No. 5 in Division IV pol...
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Snow is expected to continue this morning until about 11 a.m. The high today is...
Fort Recovery Schools are on a 2-hour delay today.
South Adams Schools are on a 2-hour delay today.
Snow is expected tonight with a low of 27 degrees. A total of 1 inch accumulatio...
Two Fort Recovery High School swimmers qualify for district meet.
Columnist's Christmas bulbs bloom in time for Valentine's Day.
Jay County High School junior Brock McFarland racks up 34 points in victory over...
State representative will be missed.
Fort Recovery High School boys basketball teams clobbers Greenville and earns No...
Jay County Commissioners discuss need for radios.
Jay County High School's Eric Hemmelgarn advances to state finals.
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Hemmelgarn wins 2-1 in overtime to advance to state
Garringer falls 2-1 in OT in ticket round
Batt wins 4-1 to give SAHS three state qualifiers
Miller and Moser both advance to state finals for South Adams
Eric Hemmelgarn advances with pin in 5:32 ... Second round to star shortly. Winn...
Kyle Garringer advances for Jay County with 17-4 major decision
Sawyer Miller, L.J. Moser and Todd Batt have advanced through the first round of...
Community & Family Services gives thanks for help.
Pazia Speed leads Huntington University women's basketball team to 15th win. htt...
South Adams High School freshman Cady Farlow seeded 25th for state finals.
Columnist's two loves are meeting in pre-Valentine's Day clash.
Jay Schools superintendent updates teaches on changes.
Columnist tells story of swimmer's triumph after tragedy.
Jay County Council decides to to make deposit into rainy day fund.
Jay County High School senior Eme Miller to swim at state finals. bit.ly/wgghvi
Skies will be sunny today with a high near 40 degrees and winds up to 20 miles p...
Former Portland resident has article published.
Fort Recovery High School honor roll announced.
South Adams High School girls basketball team closes season with loss to Churubu...
Columnist getting ready to head out on latest adventure.
Jay County High School boys basketball team will host Delta Thursday.
Jay County Development Corporation will look at making changes.
Homestead hits 10 3-pointers as they eliminate the Jay County girls basketball t...
Portland Park Board plans to make changes for rental rules.
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Jay County High School senior Maria Murphy signs to throw at the University of D...
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Columnists mom returns home after recent health scare.
Jay County High School boys basketball team rolls to victory over Yorktown behin...
Salvation Army gives thanks to volunteers with letter to the editor.
Fort Recovery High School girls basketball team defeats Mississinawa Valley, get...
Jay County Commissioners sign emergency claim to cover shortage in bond payment....
Kyle Garringer and Eric Hemmelgarn of Jay County High School advance to wrestlin...
Jay County Chamber of Commerce honors Coldren with Lifetime Achievement Award. h...
Jay County High School's Eme Miller wins sectional title, advances to state fina...
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South Adams Schools are on a 2-hour delay today.
Columnists Ray Cooney and Steve Garbacz debate Super Bowl battle.
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Jay County High School freshman/sophomore honor roll announced.
Fort Recovery Middle School eighth grade boys basketball team tops Mississinawa...
Columnists safe place appears to be a bit too safe.
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James Keen leads Jay County High School boys swim team over Adams Central.
Portland Mayor Randy Geesaman emphasizing the positive as city moves forward. ht...
Jay County High School girls basketball team falls by 20 on Senior Night.
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Sectional draw gives Jay County High School girls basketball team a first-round...
Jay County High School junior Katie Snyder scores career best against New Castle...
Columnists thinks mushrooms were a great gift.
Jay County High School boys basketball team sets record in win over Blackford. h...
Bill Davis defends action on bill.
Third-ranked Fort Recovery High School boys basketball team defeats Fort Loramie...
Jay County High School sophomore Eric Hemmelgarn wins sectional title.
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Skies will be partly cloudy today with a high of 42 degrees. Winds of 10 to 20 m...
South Adams High School swim teams earn wins over DeKalb and Coldwater.
Reader says radio audience did not hear the whole story.
Jay County High School girls basketball team suffers 14-point loss to Anderson....
American Red Cross blood drive draws 100.
Fort Recovery High School girls basketball team edges New Knoxville.
Jay County High School swimmers break relay mark in earning record 14th win. htt...
Bryant man who was paralyzed in gun accident preparing to learn to fly helicopte...
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Fort Recovery High School graduate Kendra Brunswick scores 19 for Edison CC. htt...
Silence from Indiana Department of Natural Resources on deer issue is deafening....
Columnist thanks community for a great evening.
Columnist offers recipe for "flavorful" chicken and noodles.
Jay County High School wrestling team will host sectional on Saturday.
Jay County Hospital looks for ways to increase federal funding.
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Jay Schools are on a 3-hour delay today.
South Adams Schools are on a 2-hour delay today
Emery couple celebrates 50th anniversary.
Honor roll for West Jay Middle School announced.
Jay County Public Library gets Kindle, Nook, iPad.
Jay County High School girls swim team breaks school record for wins.
Columnist is in need of a hat.
Fort Recovery High School girls basketball team ranked ninth in Division IV. htt...
Redkey Town Council decides to pass on bids for dump truck.
Turnovers hurt Jay County High School girls basketball team in loss to Richmond....
Unemployment numbers drop slightly in Jay County.
Photos are now updated from the JCHS boys basketball games Friday and Saturday a...
Indiana Department of Environmental Management denies request for grant.
Jay County High School boys basketball team stifles Centerville in 52-34 victory...
State legislators meet with citizens in Portland.
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The Jay County High School boys basketball team rolled over Winchester 45-28 ton...
Jay County High School girls basketball team earns guarantees 11th straight winn...
Reader supports proposed change to sewer rules.
Division IV No. 8 Fort Recovery High School girls basketball team suffers second...
Redkey Town Council moves ahead with plans to annex Bell Aquaculture site.
South Adams High School swim teams pick up victories over Huntington North. http...
State Representative Bill Davis of Portland decides against scheduling hearings...
Police investigate 15 snow-related accidents.
Jay County High School girls swim team ties school record for wins.
Snow is likely this afternoon with snow, and possibly sleet, continuing overnigh...
Snow is likely this afternoon with about an inch of accumulation. The high will...
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Are you or someone you know volunteering to help with Super Bowl activities in I...
Two democrats file for election.
Fort Recovery Community Foundation is taking requests.
Jay County High School gymnastics team suffers loss to Connersville.
Landess couple celebrates 50th anniversary.
Columnist continues to find information about his ancestry.
Jacob Werst, Cady Farlow lead South Adams High School swim teams to victory over...
State representative, senator to visit John Jay on Saturday.
Jay County High School boys swim team tops Muncie Central.
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Rain is expected tonight, mainly after 10 p.m. The low will be 41 degrees.
Columnist says monsters are not part of her routine.
Jay County High School girls swim team wins Jay County Invitational; boys finish...
Issue with Geesaman Industries is an expensive education for Portland.
Fort Recovery High School boys basketball team suffers first defeat.
Jay County High School boys basketball dominates Alexandria.
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The high today will be 42 degrees with a chance of rain in the afternoon. Rain i...
Portland Forge parent company to provide access to conference call.
Jay County girls win swimming invitational, boys finish second
Fort Recovery High School boys basketball team, ranked second in the state, tops...
Bell Aquaculture continues to grow.
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There is a chance of flurries today and tonight with temperatures dipping to abo...
Scott Schwieterman lifts Jay County High School boys basketball team with buzzer...
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JC wins on Scott Schwieterman put-back at buzzer
Tied with 15 seconds left
Jay up by 2 with 1:29 left
JC leads Connersville 21-16 at the half
Jay JV falls 25-24 in overtime
Junior varsity game between Jay County and Connersville heads to overtime tied a...
South Adams High School swim teams score victories over Fort Recovery.
Roberts couple to celebrate 50th anniversary.
Jay County High School wrestlers dominate Marion.
Indiana House honors South Adams High School students.
Fort Recovery High School girls basketball team knocks off Coldwater in key MAC...
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There will be a chance of snow throughout the day today with a high in the low 2...
Jay Schools are on a 3-hour delay today. South Adams Schools are on a 2-hour delay.
Tournament success for Jay County High School will be earned.
Jay County High School graduate Pazia Speed scores 18 in Huntington University w...
Covering tragedy helped launch columnist's career.
Jay County High School boys basketball team will visit Connersville Friday. http...
Jay County Council says it will help pay for roof at Jay County Fairgrounds. htt...
Fort Recovery High School boys basketball team to play in Flyin' to the Hoop on...
State preparing to ask Portland to repay $870,000 grant.
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Rain is expected this morning before turning to snow at about 1 p.m. Accumulatio...
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Jay County Public Library set to host after-school program.
Jay County High School swim teams roll to victories over Hagerstown.
Six-month trip to Moldova changed columnists' life.
Fort Recovery High School girls basketball team ranked 10th in Division IV. http...
Election filing opens in Jay County.
Jay County High School girls basketball team earns road win at Huntington North....
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Rain is expected today with a high in the mid 40s. The chance of rain continues...
Jay wins 40-27
JC girls lead Huntington North 25-13 at halftime
Jay County High School junior varsity girls basketball team falls 26-14 to Hunti...
Jay County Commissioners decide on dump truck.
East Jay and Fort Recovery middle school girls basketball teams split games. htt...
Jay School Board discusses changes to 2012-13 calendar.
Fort Recovery High School boys basketball team opens at No. 2 in Division IV. ht...
Jay County Regional Sewer District fines contractor.
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Did you or someone you know get engaged in an unusual way? We're looking for co...
Today's forecast calls for sunny skies with a high of 48 degrees. It will be par...
Check out our photos from the Jay County High School boys basketball games again...
Columnist says grandson enjoys Slinky and the big, bad wolf.
South Adams High School boys basketball team struggles to slow down Leo.
Reader urges "Big Oil" to give up subsidy.
South Adams High School wrestling team wins in first trip to Troy Invitational....
Fort Recovery High School boys basketball team opens 8-0 for second straight yea...
Rural Portland man killed in head-on crash.
Jay County High School boys basketball team rallies, but falls to Richmond. http...
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JC fights back, but falls 48-43
Jay down by 12 after three
JC trails Richmond 26-20 at halftime
Jay JV falls to Richmond 37-13
Jay JV false to Richmond, 37-13
Jay wins 52-23
Jay leads Mississinewa 27-12 at half
Jay County junior varsity boys basketball team tops Mississinewa 37-28
South Adams High School girls swim team ties with Bluffton.
Jay County Public Library to host several programs.
Run to end first quarter key in Fort Recovery High School girls basketball team'...
Reader worried about trends involving marijuana use.
Jay County High School gymnastics team scores 94.7 in season-opener at Marion. h...
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Columnist predicts first Super Bowl rematch since 1994.
Legislature has better things to do than worry about anthem.
South Adams High School graduate Nick Teeter scores career high.
Columnist discusses difference between small town and big city.
Jay County High School boys basketball team to visit Mississinewa Friday.
Portland Board of Works enforces $1,500 bill for back sewage.
Jay County High School gymnastics team open season tonight. Click
Skies will be mostly sunny today with a high of 42 degrees. Lows tonight will be...
Redkey selects same officers for 2012.
East Jay Middle School boys basketball teams knock off West Jay.
Christmas brought all that columnist could ask for.
South Adams High School boys basketball team falls at Bellmont.
Jay County Commissioners to save money thanks to re-bid.
Jay County High School senior Maria Murphy scores career-high 25 points to lift...
Portland City Council approves funds for local entrepreneurial contest.
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Skies will be partly sunny today with a high of 34 degrees. The low tonight will...
Jay wins 47-45 behind 25 points from Maria Murphy
Jay holding on to one- point lead after three
JC leads New Castle 24-17 at half
Jay County JV girls suffer first loss, 46-42 to New Castle
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Take a look back and remember 2011 with our year in photos.
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Happy New Year from The Commercial Review
Relive 2011 in photos.
South Adams High School girls basketball team split its games in the inaugural A...
We also look back at the biggest local sports stories of the year.
In today's paper we review the top 10 local stories of the year. Find out what t...
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Visit www.thecr.com to check out a slideshow of the year in photos.
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Jay County Public Library continuing local expert series.
Editorial urges readers to be prepared for wintry weather.
Dunkirk City Council finishes year with another squabble.
Jay County High School girls basketball team suffers second straight defeat. htt...
Andy Schemenaur announces candidacy for state house of representatives.
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Rain is expected to continue throughout the day with thunderstorms possible. The...
There are just two more days to vote for your favorite photo from November. http...
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Columnist offers meatloaf recipe, even though it lacks in the romance department...
Columnist answers questions about Jay County vs. Muncie Central, passing statist...
State says former official misappropriated school funds.
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Check out Saturday's paper for a review of the top 10 local stories from 2011.
It's been a tough month for some of columnist's favorite musicians.
Fort Recovery High School girls basketball team suffers first loss.
Crash claims life of Bluffton man.
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Skies will be mostly cloudy today with a high of 31 degrees. The low tonight wil...
It's the last week to vote for your favorite photo from November.
Ray Cooney needs sports questions to answer in Thursday's column. Post below or...
Jay County couple celebrating 25th anniversary.
Seven injured in rollover accident.
Whipped cream fight was one of columnist's Christmas highlights. Columnist's mem...
Jay County Commissioners review quotes for renovation of courthouse elevator. ht...
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Merry Christmas from everyone at The Commercial Review.
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Skies are cloudy this morning, but will become mostly sunny throughout the day....
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Dustin Wanner leads South Adams High School boys basketball team over Parkway. h...
Fort Recovery High School boys basketball team rolls to 6-0.
Jobless rate in Jay County drops to 7.5 percent.
Class 3A No. 1 Muncie Central defeats Jay County High School boys basketball tea...
Indiana Department of Environmental Management fines Redkey.
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Jay trails Central 27-18 at halftime
Jay boys basketball drops JV game 45-38 to Muncie Central.
Jay County High School boys basketball team finishes tied for 15th in Class 4A p...
Rain is expected to continue throughout the day today with temperatures steady i...
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Fort Recovery High School boys swim team finishes second to New Bremen.
Columnist is anxiously awaiting the joy of Christmas.
James Keen and Alex Sutton lead Jay County High School boys swim team to runner-...
Fort Recovery High School girls basketball team defeats Jay County in overtime....
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Fort topped Jay 54-49 in OT
Going to OT tied at 42
FR leads Jay 20-17 at halftime
JC JV girls top Fort Recovery 17-16 in battle of undefeated teams. Bre McIntire...
Check out our photos from the Jay County High School wrestling and boys basketba...
Fort Recovery High School boys basketball team clobbers Parkway.
South Adams High School boys basketball team falls to Heritage.
Jay County High School boys basketball team improves to 5-0 with win over Muncie...
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Jay wins 40-30
Patriots lead by 8 after third
Varsity leads 19-12 at half
Jay JV falls 46-37 to Muncie Southside
South Adams High School wrestling team wins three Allen County Athletic Conferen...
Portland Foundation's Women's Giving Circle awards two grants.
Kylie Kahlig and Kelly Nietfeld lead Fort Recovery High School girls basketball...
Friends of Jay county Agriculture give $2,100 in grants.
Jay County High School senior wrestler Matt Shrack shines in senior-night win ov...
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Senior Matt Shrack's win in the 285-pound match highlights the Jay County High S...
Fort Recovery High School graduate falls just short of triple-double.
Columnist praises youth coach for doing things the right way.
Jay County High School boys basketball team will visit Muncie Southside on Frida...
Columnist is looking forward to a fun season of high school basketball.
Jay County Council approves moving funds for health insurance.
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Memorial blood drive is scheduled for Saturday.
Jay County High School swim teams defeat Delta.
Columnist says donation was the perfect idea for a gift.
Jay County High School girls basketball team closes first half of season at 8-2...
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There is a 50 percent chance of rain today with winds gusting as high as 25 mile...
Jay wins 43-25
Dunkirk City Council approves final payments for water plant.
Jay shuts out Bruins for first 7:52, leads 30-10 at half
Jay County JV girls basketball tops Blackford 36-24
Jay County Regional Sewer District sets deadlines; agrees to fine if not met. ht...
Jay Schools to get new high-speed internet service.
Fort Recovery Middle School eighth graders stay perfect.
Jay County Commissioners adopt new weather advisory system,.
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South Adams High School girls basketball team picks up second win.
High high today will be 44 degrees with cloudy skies. Rain is expected overnight...
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Kyle Garringer and Eric Hemmelgarn lead Jay County High School wrestling team to...
Columnist shares story of week that started with worry but ended with a party. h...
Jay County High School boys swim team places fifth at Norwell Invitational. Sout...
Fort Recovery High School boys basketball team rolls to 4-0 with win over Ansoni...
Jay County Commissioners approved changers to county council districts.
Jay County High School boys basketball team defeats South Adams.
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We will have sunny skies today with a high of 42 degrees. Temperatures are forec...
The high today will be 36 with mostly sunny skies. The low tonight will be 21 de...
Jay wins 67-19
JC boys shut out South Adams 22-0 in first quarter, lead 56-12 after three
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Jay County High School girls basketball team improves to 7-2.
South Adams High School athletes earn academic honors.
Undefeated Leo defeats South Adams High School boys basketball team.
Home permits top list for building in November.
Fort Recovery High School boys basketball team dominates Jefferson Wildcats. htt...
Photos are now uploaded from the Fort Recovery girls and Jay County boys basketb...
Ridgeville residents has story to tell about World War II.
Jay County High School boys basketball team improves to 3-0 with win over Monroe...
Final score of the JCHS game was Jay County 53, Monroe Central 35. The Patriots...
JC up 51-30 after three
Jay dominates second quarter for 37-19 lead
Varsity game tied at 16 after 1st
Jay County JV boys basketball defeats Monroe Central 40-20
South Adams High School swimmers earn victories over Fort Wayne North Side. http...
Zach Metcalf helps lead Jay County High School wrestlers to victory over Winches...
Fort Recovery High School girls basketball team puts the pressure on New Bremen...
Election results should not have been a surprise.
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Sorority gives thanks for work on annual show.
Fort Recovery High School graduate Greg Kahlig leading Oilers.
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Columnist says banning his favorite Christmas special won't solve any problems....
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Sorority gives thanks for work on annual show.
Fort Recovery High School graduate Greg Kahlig leading Oilers.
There is a 50-percent chance of snow until 4 p.m. today. The high will be 32 deg...
Columnist says banning his favorite Christmas special won't solve any problems....
Jay County High School boys basketball team will play Golden Bears on Friday. ht...
Portland Board of Works approves contract with engineers for work at wastewater...
Columnist shares his admittedly unoriginal views on the BCS.
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Columnist talks about his Christmas tree; remembers tree traditions.
Jay County High School robotics team advances to VEX Worlds.
Redkey Town Hall is not really located in Redkey.
Jay County High School girls swim team suffers first loss.
Thaddeus Rex to perform at Arts Place.
South Adams High School girls basketball team falls to Winchester.
Mercer County police continue investigating double murder.
Photos are now uploaded from the Jay County High School swim and girls basketbal...
Jay County High School girls basketball team speeds past Muncie Central Bearcats...
Portland Park Board gets update on long-term plan. bit.ly/vpCUWQ
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Jay wins 47-27
JCHS girls basketball leads Muncie Central 23-11 at halftime
Santa Claus will be in Geneva on Saturday.
Jay County Solid Waste District moves funds to pay for recycling.
Denver Broncos and New York Jets jump into The CR's top 10.
Jay County takes step toward new weather emergency alert standards.
Fort Recovery High School junior varsity girls basketball team defeats St. Henry...
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There will be winds between 10 and 20 miles per hour today with a high of 37 deg...
South Adams High School girls basketball team falls to host Heritage.
Columnist tells story of noisy Christmas shopping trip.
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South Adams High School wrestling team wins as host of Spencer Haworth Memorial...
The Commercial Review invites area clergy to submit Christmas homilies and refle...
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Fort Recovery High School boys basketball team rolls to victory over Wapakoneta...
The Commercial Review brings home 11 Hoosier State Press Association Better News...
Photos are now uploaded from the Jay County High School boys basketball team's v...
Jay County High School boys basketball team passes test against Bluffton.
Jay County Commissioners weight options for community calendar website.
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The high today will be 45 degrees with rain continuing throughout the day.
Comer FTs with 4.3 left give JC 43-41 win
Tied with 1:57 left
Bluffton up 38-37 with 4:40 to go
Tied at 31 after three
Kegan Comer with six points at halftime to lead JC
Bluffton takes 21-17 lead at half
Jay leads 10-9 after one
JCHS junior varsity tops Bluffton 41-26
Jay County freshman boys defeat Bluffton 38-15
Third-quarter run keys Fort Recovery High School girls basketball team's victory...
Jay County High School boys basketball team hosts Bluffton Tigers tonight.
Scoreless opening quarter crushes South Adams High School boys basketball team i...
Open house scheduled to review updated flood maps for Jay County.
Fort Recovery High School boys basketball team rolls over St. Marys Memorial Rou...
Skies will be partly sunny today with a high of 49 degrees. There is a 40-percen...
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Skies will gradually shift from cloudy to sunny throughout the day with a high o...
Jay girls basketball falls 42-30 to Concordia
Jay girls close 3rd with 8-0 run, trail Class 3A No. 5 Concordia 30-23
Jay wrestlers defeat Muncie Southside 48-20
Fort Recovery High School boys basketball team eyes Midwest Athletic Conference...
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The high today will be 40 degrees and skies will be mostly sunny. The low tonigh...
Tonight's forecast calls for patch fog beginning at about 3 a.m. The low is 24 d...
Limberlost State Historic Site's Christmas at the Cabin will be Dec. 10.
Ninety-five donate during Nov. 22 blood drive.
Columnist listens to the sounds of the office.
Muncie Burris hands South Adams High School boys basketball team its first defea...
Dunkirk City Council approves sewer rate hike.
Farlow and DeLong lead South Adams High School girls swim team.
Trace Adkins to headline 2012 Jay County Fair.
There was a printing issue with today's paper that resulted in comics not being...
Jay County High School swims teams dominate Bluffton.
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It will be mostly cloudy today with a high of 38 degrees. THe low tonight is 24.
South Adams Schools are on a 2-hour delay today
Tonight's updated forecast calls for 1 to 2 inches of snow and winds as high as...
Fort Loramie knocks off Fort Recovery High School freshman girls basketball team...
Fort Recovery High School students named to honor roll.
Fort Recovery High School swimmers seek to keep building.
Jay County Commissioners reject bids for dump truck.
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A winter storm warning is in effect for Jay County until 1 a.m. Wednesday. Snow...
A flood warning is in effect for Jay County until 9 p.m. tonight.
Rain is expected throughout the day today, possibly with a mix of snow after 2 p...
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With Thanksgiving over, columnist starts asking Christmas questions.
County, Salamonia officials discuss partnership for maintaining roads.
#FRHS girls basketball team rolls to victory over St. Marys.
Pennville man injured in hunting accident.
#JCHS boys basketball team shakes off slow start as Brock McFarland leads 57-42...
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Photos from the Jay County High School girls basketball team's victory over Miss...
The high today will be 41 degrees with more rain likely after 4 p.m. Rain will c...
Trip to resort provided columnist with a little perspective.
South Adams High School girls swim team edges the Giants.
Group seeks to promote college success.
Former editor of The Dunkirk News and Sun is still cooking.
It will be mostly sunny today with a high of 61 degrees. The low tonight is 45.
Jay County High School boys basketball team has great expectations.
Photo brings back memories for 1963 Bryant High School boys basketball team. htt...
Local food banks are on a mission to feed the hungry.
Program at Jay County High School WINS converts.
Fort Recovery High School girls basketball team seeks to write own destiny. http...
Latest, and final, addition almost complete at JRDS.
Vaccination clinic proves to be life-changer.
Group works to team up local artists.
Jobless rate in Jay County rises.
Jay County High School student wins composition contest.
Transition to new ownership is going smoothly at Geneva Manufacturing.
Jay County High School girls basketball team rolls to fourth straight road win....
Redkey family opens hearts, home to foster children.
Thanksgiving reminds columnist of Elvis.
Local man starting record label in Portland.
New family will be running local funeral home.
There will be areas of fog this morning before giving way to sunny skies. The hi...
Happy Thanksgiving from The Commercial Review.
Jay County High School graduate leading Mid-Central Conference in scoring.
Take a minute to value friends
Group works to bring trees back to Main Street in Dunkirk.
Jay County's new state senator seeking to maximize value of tax dollars.
Redkey youth group raising money for projects in Africa.
Editorial discusses method to fix Social Security.
Jay County native continuing to work on signing career.
Jobless rate in Jay County stuck at "new normal".
Son of Jay County natives is starting offensive lineman for Indianapolis Colts....
Fort Recovery High School graduate leading provincial reconstruction team in Afg...
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Jay County High School girls swim team dominates Adams Central 136-42.
Basketball and football highlight big weekend of televised sporting events. http...
Astronaut Kevin Ford tours Museum of the Soldier.
South Adams High School boys basketball team hoping to build off of football suc...
City of Portland gets planning grant for sidewalks.
Jay Schools will offering incentive for early retirement again.
Skies will be mostly sunny today with a high of 50 degrees. There will be fog ov...
Jay wins, 55-21
Patriots up 21-8 at halftime
Jay girls force 10 turnovers in first quarter, lead Mississinewa 12-3
Jay JV girls defeat Mississinewa 21-16
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South Adams High School girls basketball team falls to Union City.
Columnist remembers Thanksgivings of the past.
Jay County High School wrestling team finishes as runner-up at New Castle Duals....
Man convicted of wife's murder sentenced to 70 years.
#JCHS girls basketball team dominates fourth quarter to rally for win over Winch...
Jay County Sheriff's Department shopping for new car.
Photos are also available now from the #JCHS girls basketball team's victory Sat...
Photos from the Jay County High School girls basketball team's win Friday over B...
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Scattered showers will continue until about 4 p.m. with a high of 50 degrees. Th...
There is a chance of rain before 10 a.m. today, and again tonight after 10 p.m....
Jay girls win, 43-34
Patriots up five with less than 2 minutes left
Jay out scored 16-4 in 3rd, trails 26-21
Jay leads Winchester 17-10 at half
Jay JV girls top Winchester 25-23
There is a 30-percent chance of rain tonight and Sunday morning with a low of 4...
South Adams High School girls basketball team falls to Eastbrook.
Community Thanksgiving dinner is scheduled for Nov. 24.
Many activities planned for Winterfest.
Jay County High School girls basketball team knocks off Bellmont in overtime. ht...
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Jay wins 39-36
Jay up one with 11.6 left on OT
Overtime, tied at 30 after regulation
Tied with 7.5 left, Bellmont ball
Tie game with 53 seconds left, Bellmont ball
After three, Bellmont 25, Jay 23
Jay trails 18-14 at the half
Jay trails 10-8 after first
Jay JV girls top Bellmont 33-9
Bishop couple celebrating 50th anniversary.
Watch for updates from Jay County girls basketball tonight
Jay County High School sophomore honor roll announced.
Fort Recovery's Zehringer to head Ohio Department of Natural Resources.
Reader has concerns about flooding.
Jay County High School girls swim team earns pair of wins.
Redkey Town Council to request grant for sewer work.
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Our Nov. 23 "Thanksgiving Issue" is six days away. Watch for a story about the u...
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Parent-teacher conference at Jay County High School are scheduled for Nov. 28. h...
Columnist tells story of trip to wonder of the world.
Readers ask questions about Ohio State football, high school fundamentals and sc...
Well at Portland airport to be moved.
Fort Recovery's Greg Kahlig leads University of Findlay men's basketball team. h...
Income at Jay County Hospital heading down.
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Ind. 26 and county road 200 West near Jay County High School are closed in all d...
Skies will be mostly sunny today with a high of 40 degrees and winds increasing...
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Dunkirk couple celebrates 60th anniversary.
Preparations continuing for community Thanksgiving dinner.
Storyteller to perform at Jay County High School.
Columnist tells story of covering classic Ali-Frazier fight.
West Jay 8th, EJ 7th earn victories.
Winterfest activities begin Thursday.
JC grapplers hope to continue run of success.
Area scouts planning anniversary trip.
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Our Nov. 23 "Thanksgiving Issue" is a week away. Watch for a story about a local...
Skies will be mostly sunny today with a high of 48 degrees. The forecast calls f...
High school and college students can win tweet their way to a $5,000 scholarship...
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Jay County is saving on ancillary insurance.
Dunkirk approves sewer rate hike.
Fort middle school honor roll announced.
County sewer work continuing to progress.
Only one new team makes the CR top 10 this week. Check it out here:
Dakota Grove leads West Jay Middle School boys basketball team to season-opening...
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Our Nov. 23 "Thanksgiving Issue" is eight days away. Watch for stories about an...
Skies will be partly sunny today with a high of 59 degrees. There is a 20-percen...
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Food give away scheduled for Wednesday at Jay County Fairgrounds.
Starfire girls basketball team falls to Blackford in home opener.
Columnist dealing with guilt.
Guest editorial says fourth amendment is being eroded.
Jay County High School girls swim team wins Norwell Invitational. South Adams fi...
Commissioners will inspect ditch before work begins.
The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for Jay County until 8 p.m.
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Showers and thunderstorms are expected today and tonight with a high of 63 degre...
Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected to continue until 1 a.m. with w...
Our Thanksgiving Issue is less than two weeks away. Keep an eye out for stories...
A celebration of the 136th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps will be...
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There is a chance of showers today with south winds of 25 to 30 miles per hour,...
The Fort Recovery schools choral department will present Seussical the Musical o...
Our Thanksgiving Issue is less than two weeks away. Keep an eye out for stories...
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Photos are now uploaded from the Jay County High School girls basketball team's...
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The Fort Recovery schools choral department will present Seussical the Musical t...
Dunkirk community Thanksgiving Dinner scheduled for Nov. 19.
Jay County High School girls basketball team dominates second half for 40-point...
Skies will be sunny today with a high of 59 degrees. The low tonight is 48 with...
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The Fort Recovery schools choral department will present Seussical the Musical S...
Eagles of the month named for East Elementary School.
Check out photos from dress rehearsal for the Fort Recovery schools' performance...
State berths are goal for Jay County High School girls swim team.
Work on Steen Addition sewer project is now complete.
South Adams High School girls basketball team drops season opener.
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The Jay County High School girls basketball team will be in action tonight at Mu...
Today's Veterans Day ceremony at Freedom Park in Portland begins at 10:30 a.m.
It will be mostly sunny today with a high of 46 degrees. The low tonight will be...
High school and college students can win tweet their way to a $5,000 scholarship...
CR sports editor Ray Cooney needs questions to answer in next week's column. Sen...
Jay County Public Library holding several activities.
Reader thanks community for support of #JCHS performance of "Comedy of (Circus)...
Several events scheduled for Veterans Day.
Columnist tells story of meeting YouTube sensation.
Sheriff, county councilman clash over utility funds.
Columnist discusses new statistics being used to analyze athletic performances....
Jay County High School graduate scores career high in season opener.
Dec. 15 event offers students opportunity to win scholarships.
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Did you pay your fall property tax bill yet? The deadline is today and the Jay C...
There is a chance of scattered rain and snow showers today and tonight. The high...
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Today's forecast calls for sunny skies with a high of 59 degrees. The low tonigh...
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Pick up the Tuesday edition of The Commercial Review to see where the NFL teams...
Check out our photos from the South Adams High School football team's sectional...
Photos are now uploaded from the Fort Recovery High School girls cross country t...
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Derek S. Sutter of Fort Recovery finishes season at Youngstown cross country reg...
Voters should take opportunity to cast ballots early.
Fort Recovery girls cross country season ends with seventh-place finish at Tiffi...
South Adams High School's sectional championship football game at home Friday ag...
Fort Recovery, South Adams runners competed in tournament action Saturday. See t...
Scattered shows and thunderstorms are forecast throughout the day today with a h...
The high today is 55 degrees with partly cloudy skies. There is a chance of show...
PDF of Saturday's paper is now available.
Fort Recovery High School football team drops season finale to Flyers. bit.ly/vq...
South Adams High School football team advances to sectional championship. bit.ly...
Fort Recovery football falls 39-20 to Marion Local to end season.
Also, the final was 40-26, South Adams over Union City.
Correction on earlier post. It was Marcus Rich with three first-half touchdowns.
Wanner TD run makes it 40-18 with four minutes left
SA leads 34-18 after three
UCvkickoff return after Wanner TD run makes it 27-18 SA
Morgan 3 TDs as SA leads 20-12 at half
SA leads 7-6 after one
Reader concerned about damage to mailbox. bit.ly/v8bfHe
Several South Adams girls soccer players earn all-conference honors. bit.ly/vKViGY
Fort Recovery runners preparing to compete in regional meets on Saturday. bit.ly...
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We will have live updates on Facebook and Twitter from tonight's #SAHS sectional...
Local woman has passion for Halloween. Check out the story in today's CR.
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Today's forecast calls for a high temperature of 51 degrees. There is a chance o...
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CR sports editor Ray Cooney answers questions about scheduling, basketball recor...
Students of the month announced for West Jay Middle School. bit.ly/udWLtq
Columnist offers recipe for chicken flautas in corn tortillas.
Board says thank you for help with Heritage Festival. bit.ly/sJGx4M
Local woman injured in Dayton during attempted robbery. bit.ly/ts8GwJ
#JCHS graduate Cori Vormohr helps Ball State women's swim team to season-opening...
CR sports editor Ray Cooney answers reader's questions about scheduling, basketb...
South Adams football will visit Union City in sectional play on Friday. Check ou...
Columnist wonders where the fad of miniature people in commercials came from. ht...
Rain is likely today with a high temperature of 46 degrees. It will be partly cl...
Jay County jobless rate continues to fall.
Area economic official discusses development initiative.
South Adams junior Evan Liechty has teammates' support, company as he prepares f...
Public information session about sewer project goes unattended by public.
The forecast calls for rain this afternoon with a high of 64 degrees. Rain is ex...
Jay County Solid Waste District eliminates extra recycling trailer in Dunkirk. h...
Dunkirk sewer rate increase will be split into two installments.
School board approves project at West Jay, delays start for two years.
Today's forecast calls for sunny skies and a high of 69 degrees. Winds will incr...
Jay School Board met tonight. See Thursday's paper for details.
Do you have a question about local, college or pro sports? Post questions below,...
Derek S. Sutter, #FRHS girls advance to cross country regional.
Evan Liechty becomes first Starfire to advance to state finals in cross country....
Online tax payment method unlikely.
Don't miss your last chance to vote for your favorite photo from September. http...
The high today is 64 degrees with rain expected to continue until about 10 a.m....
#FRHS girls cross country and sophomore Derek Sutter qualify for cross country r...
The forecast calls for mostly sunny skies today with a high temperature of 64 de...
Evan Liechty of #SAHS places third in semi-state to advance to state finals. Jay...
Good luck to all Jay County, Fort Recovery and South Adams teams in tournament c...
Skies will be mostly sunny today with a high of 57 degrees and winds from5 to 10...
#JCHS football season ends with 56-19 loss to Marion.
Jay falls 56-19
Snyder runs for second TD, marion responds in one play, Jay trails 42-12.
Jay trails 28-6 at half
Jay trails 14-6 after one. Clark Snyder scored for Patriots on 1-yard run.
Jay trails Marion7-0 midway through 1st
Jay County and South Adams cross country compete in semi-state Saturday.
#SAHS volleyball ends eight-year sectional drought with opening-round win over C...
#JCHS volleyball season ends with five-game loss to New Haven in sectional at Fo...
#JCHS football hosts sectional quarterfinal game tonight against Marion at 7:30...
Jay girls, South Adams boys and Starfire senior Hannah Moore compete in cross co...
Portland Historic Preservation Commission discusses several projects.
The high today is 53 degrees. The low is 35, with a chance of frost overnight.
Jay County volleyball season ends with five-game sectional loss to New Haven.
Columnist shares first experience on sidelines during NFL game.
Well at airport must be moved to comply with state regulations.
Wikipedia helps columnist quench his thirst for knowledge. bit.ly/oqakfm
Photos are now available from the Fort Recovery High School volleyball team's w...
#FRHS volleyball tops Spencerville in three games to advance to sectional champi...
Portland Board of Works met this morning. See today's paper for details.
The rain continues today with another half-inch possible. The high is 49 degrees...
Jay County football plays Marion in the sectional tournament Friday. See Thursda...
Fort rolls over Spencerville in three games in volleyball sectional opener at Co...
Columnist makes effort to save an old clock.
Four Indians earn All-Midwest Athletic Conference volleyball honors.
Portland High School graduate to be inducted Friday into Rice University Athleti...
Early voting at the Jay County Courthouse started this morning. Polls will be op...
Rain is expected to continue throughout today and Thursday. The high is 50 degre...
A Portland High School graduate will be inducted into his college's hall of fame...
Jay County Commissioners are exploring online payment system.
How far did South Adams football rise in the final state poll of the season? Fin...
Starfires move up in final football poll of regular season. See today's paper fo...
Photos are uploaded from the #JCHS football team's game Friday against Guerin Ca...
#JCHS girls cross country finishes fourth at regional.
Check out our photos from Sunday's Indianapolis Colts' loss to the Cincinnati Be...
Check Monday's CR for coverage of #JCHS and #SAHS cross country as well as Colts...
#SAHS boys cross country places third in regional to advance to semi-state. Hann...
#JCHS girls cross country places fourth at regional, advances to semi-state.
Jay falls 47-0
Jay down 41-0 after 3
Jay trails 27-0 at half
Jay trails 20-0 early in 2nd
Guerin Catholic takes 7-0 lead 2:42 into game
Stay tuned tonight for live updates from the final regular-season football game...
#JCHS girls cross country is seeded 2nd for regional. The Patriots were the No....
Have you voted in the September Reader's Choice poll? Vote for your favorite pho...
Class 3A No. 3 Bellmont defeats Jay County in three games.
#JCHS girls compete for fourth straight cross country regional title Saturday. S...
Will the Patriots pick up their sixth win Friday? Click for...
Jay County Council and Jay County Regional Sewer District met Wednesday evening....
#JCHS girls CC placed four in the top nine at the sectional. Dylan Cope also adv...
Jay girls cross country sectional streak continues with victory Tuesday at Munci...
Jay girls win 6th straight sectional title. Dylan Cope also advances to regional.
Jay County volleyball to play Bulldogs in sectional opener. www.thecr.com
Gallery of photos from the #JCHS homecoming ceremony are also uploaded. Check th...
Photos are now uploaded from the #JCHS boys and girls soccer sectional champions...
Patriot soccer teams fall short; #JCHS football draws Giants; Indian spikers ope...
#JCHS football will host Marion in the opening round of the sectional tournament...
Jay girls fall 3-1
Jay girls soccer trails Yorktown 2-0 at half
Jay boys fall 4-1 to Yorktown in sectional championship ... girls down 1-0 early
Photos from the #JCHS football 35-14 loss Friday to Heritage are now uploaded. h...
Good luck to the Jay County High School boys and girls soccer teams in their sec...
Final: Heritage 35, Jay County 14
TD pass pushes Heritage to 28-8 lead
Jay trails 21-8 after three
Heritage 56-yard TD pass makes it 21-8
Heritage scores on its 1st possession of 2nd half for 14-8 lead
Defensive stand at goal line late in first half preserves 8-7 lead for Jay at th...
Heritage pulls to within 8-7
Jay leads 8-0 after one
Bad snap on punt leads to Snyder TD run, Jay up 8-0 over Heritage
Jay girls soccer earns title berth; FR's Kahlig closes season; Bishop Luers elim...
Columnists tell story of the quest for the One Purse and a sincere moment at a s...
Pregnancy to impact sentence; Park board tables ban; Columnist recalls an interr...
Jay soccer survives opener; Star boys CC 1st in conference; JCHS ends skid vs. T...
Have a sports-related question? Email it to cr.sports@comcast.net with subject l...
You can also go here to vote for your favorite photo...
Photos are also updated from the JCHS football homecoming victory Friday.
Sorry for lack of updates in the second half, technical difficulties. Jay County...
jay leads 6-0 at half ... Liz Lennartz and Matt Shrack win homecoming queen and...
Jay leads 6-0 after 1st
Working on updating a week's worth of sports photo galleries. Check them out her...
#JCHS football takes on Winchester Friday; Columnist offers a look at soccer/cro...
Today is the last day to vote in the August Reader's Choice photo poll. The winn...
White murder trial begins; Taipei group visits county; Columnist discusses libra...
Jay girls soccer wins ninth straight; Star runners take ACAC crown; Kick returns...
#JCHS boys soccer pulls away; Tournament draws held for soccer and boys tennis;...
Tournament draws for boys tennis, girls soccer and boys soccer were held tonight...
Simmons breaks #JCHS girls cross country record; SA girls soccer blanks Warriors...
14-0 final
14-0 Connersville with 1:21 left
Connersville takes 7-0 lead with 8:09 to play
Still scoreless after 3
Jay and Connersville football scoreless at halftime
#JCHS tennis falls to Tigers; Jay football at Connersville previewed; Columnist...
#FRHS volleyball falls in three; Horn scores three in #JCHS girls soccer win; #S...
Check out our photos from the #FRHS volleyball team's match Tuesday against Mins...
Fort Recovery volleyball falls in Minster in three games. See Wednesday's paper...
South Adams football team ranked seventh in Class 1. www.thecr.com
Jay Schools are on a three-hour delay today.
Frazee named to RSD board; Columnist discusses wedding thoughts; Reader says tha...
#JCHS 8th in tourney; SA girls soccer stops skid; Sutter leads Fort runners; Jay...
Photos are now updated from the #JCHS football team's 32-28 victory Friday over...
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Sweet win at Southside; Wenning TD lifts Indians; Starfires fall to No. 10 Leo....
Jay wins 32-28
Jay takes lead on Crouch run with 33 seconds left
Jay closes to within 28-26 with 8:49 left
Jay still trails 28-19 after three
Interception return for TD on final play of half makes it Southside 28, Jay 19
Southside back up 22-19 with 3 minutes left in 1st half
Price 37-yard TD run puts Jay up 19-13 midway through 2nd quarter
Wiemer TD pulls Jay within 14-13
Southside up 14-7 on 36-yard TD run by Timber Hatfield
Jay pulls even on 44 yard TD pass from Back to McFarland
Jay falls behind 7-0 as Southside scores on opening drive
Check out our photo gallery from the #JCHS volleyball team's win Thursday over B...
Patriot spikers rally back; SAHS tennis beats Tigers; Parkway volleyball tops In...
Preview of #JCHS football vs. Southside; Columnist discusses area teams; Moore s...
Photos updated from the #JCHS boys tennis team's 4-1 loss Thursday to Adams Cent...
Park board discusses smoking, alcohol ban; Turbine project likely; Road revenue...
Jets fight off #JCHS boys tennis; SA netters top Huntington North; Jay boys socc...
#JCHS boys tennis falls 4-1 to Adams Central. See Wednesday's paper for details.
Getting caught up on sports photo galleries. Check out #JCHS football and boys s...
Fort spikers cruise; Stars jump to 5th in 1A; Jay golfers split. www.thecr.com
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Remember to cast your vote for your favorite photo from August in the Reader's C...
#JCHS boys/girls soccer teams defeat South Adams; SAHS boys XC wins Spencerville...
#JCHS girls soccer tops South Adams 5-1, boys win 2-0
#JCHS football dominates Eagles; United Way starts campaign; Starfires stay perf...
Jay records more than 300 yards rushing and rolls to a 59-28 victory.
52-28 Jay with five minutes left
Jay leads 44-12 after three
Jay goes up 36-12 on 17-yard run by Crouch
Jay leads 28-6 at half
Another Price TD makes it 28-6
Jay leads 22-6 after 1st
Another succesful onside leads to 10-yard TD run by Price, 22-6 JCHS
Price long kickoff return, Back 24 pass to McFarland for TD on 2nd play, 14-6 JC
Bowman scores in one play but fails on conversion run, 7-6
Jay opens game with onside kick, recovers and later scores on 3 yard run by Crou...
#JCHS soccer knocks off Bruins; FR spikers rally over Cards; Reynolds, Chaney li...
County to boost pay rates in 2012; Veterans talk about Vietnam experience; Colum...
#JCHS football vs. Bowman academy previewed; CR sports editor Ray Cooney makes N...
#JCHS girls golf match scheduled for today against Delta has been canceled.
Wildcats stomp JC; Fort rallies at W-G; SAHS rolls to 3-0.
Fort Recovery football rallies from 30-12 halftime deficit to beat Waynesfield-G...
Final score: Franklin County 42, Jay County 2
Franklin County responds with TD to push lead to 42-2.
Patriots get on scoreboard with a safety, trail 35-2 with less than six minutes...
#JCHS football trails Franklin County 35-0 after three quarters.
Check out our photos from the #JCHS girls soccer team's 1-0 victory Thursday ove...
#SAHS football leads Bluffton 6-0 at end of 1st quarter. Game start time was del...
#JCHS football trails Wildcats 28-0 at halftime.
QB sneak for TD gives Franklin County 28-0 lead over #JCHS late in second quarter.
Jesse Laker TD reception puts Franklin County up 14-0 over the Patriots early in...
#JCHS football trails Franklin County 7-0 after first quarter.
Don't forget to check out our best photos from August and vote for your favorite...
Demo possible for property; Redkey move is set; Civial War event back at Fort. w...
Late goal lfits #JCHS; Starfires split; FR spikers drop MAC opener; Patriots fal...
#JCHS girls soccer tops Norwell 1-0 on goal by LeAnn Horn with 32 seconds left
Preview of #JCHS football; Show support for your rival; Starfires shut out Union...
College event planned; Keep good news in perspective; Columnist discusses local...
Check out The CR's best photos from August at and vote for...
The start time for the #JCHS football game Friday at Franklin County has been mo...
Man jogging Jay County three miles at a time; Mortgage help offered; Bryant coup...
Delta forfeits win over #JCHS; Patriot netters crush Southside; Tribe spikers bl...
#JCHS boys tennis needs less than an hour to defeat Muncie Southside 5-0. Detail...
Delta forfeits football game against #JCHS because of ineligible player. See Wed...
Jay Schools earn A from state.
Photos are now available from the #JCHS and #FRHS cross country teams at Saturda...
#JCHS cross country 2nd at Celina; Starfire boys runners roll; Patriot netters s...
Complete results from today's races at Celina are available here: bit.ly/nVhzgG...
Caitlyn Huelskamp wins junior high race to lead Fort Recovery girls to 2nd place...
In boys races at Celina, #FRHS takes sixth and #JCHS finishes seventh.
#JCHS girls cross country places 2nd in big-school race at Celina Rotary Invitat...
Photo galleries are now online for #JCHS girls soccer vs. Marion and football vs...
#JCHS football holds on against Bruins; Tribe slams MVHS; Wanner lifts South Ada...
Jay holds on for 14-13 win
Blackford scores on 15 yard run, but fails on 2 point conversion run, 14-13 # JC...
#JCHS up 14-7 after 3 quarters
Jay stopped on 4th and goal from the 2, still 14-7
#JCHS closes gap on 14 yard TD run 2 minutes in to 2nd half
McFarland also stopped a Blackford drive in the 1st half with an interception in...
Other #JCHS TD came on 22 yard pass from Tyler Back to Brock McFarland
Cade Price 13 carries for 68 yards and a TD in first half
#JCHS football leads Blackford 14-0 late in 1st half
We will have live updates from tonight's #JCHS football game against Blackford.
#JCHS girls soccer falls to Marion; Smith, Johnston lead #SAHS; Patriot boys soc...
#JCHS girls soccer falls 2-0 to Marion, see Friday's paper for details.
#JCHS football hosts Blackford Friday; Norwell halts streak for #SAHS boys tenni...
#JCHS football hosts Blackford Friday night. See Thursday's edition of The Comme...
Portland Foundation announces grants; Library book sale set; Columnist searches...
#JCHS girls golfers defeat #SAHS; Starfire boys cross country wins invite; Horn'...
Take a look at our photos from the #JCHS girls golf team's 217-228 victory Tuesd...
Back to School for Portland - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and more
#JCHS girls golf defeats South Adams at Portland Golf Club. See Wednesdays editi...
Veterans on hand at show; School board urged to watch funds; Precinct lines may...
#JCHS volleyball tops #SAHS; #FRHS cross country 3rd in opener; Patriot netters...
Check out our photo gallery from the #JCHS vs. #SAHS volleyball match Monday eve...
#JCHS volleyball sweeps South Adams. See Tuesday's edition of The Commercial Rev...
Photo gallery (112 photos in all) from the Indiana State Fair cheerleading compe...
#JCHS cheerleaders finish 2nd in state fair competition; #SAHS netters stay perf...
Photo gallery now available from state fair cheerleading preview show.
#JCHS varsity cheerleaders finsh second at state fair competition
#JCHS JV cheerleaders finish fourth at state fair competition
West Jay cheerleaders finish third at state fair competition
Photo gallery from the #JCHS football team's season opener against Delta is now...
#JCHS football team blanked in season opener; Local jobs picture looks steady. #...
Good luck to the JCHS, East Jay and West Jay cheerleaders as they take part in t...
Final: Delta 55, Jay County 0
QB sneak for TD makes it 48-0 with 8 minutes left
Another 24 yard TD run for Delta, 41-0 late in 3rd
24 yard TD run puts Delta up 35-0 over #JCHS with 4:26 left in 3rd
#JCHS down 28-0 at halftime
Mann 24 Td pass to Emrick, 28-0 Delta
Jay down 21-0 four minutes into 2nd quarter
Delta lead #JCHS 14-0 at end of first quarter
Delta takes 14-0 lead on 36 yard TD run by Lambert
#JCHS trails Delta 7-0 after 10 yd TD pass at 7:37 of first quarter
Check out the photo gallery from the #JCHS girls golf team's 222-240 victory Thu...
#JCHS girls golfers top Southside; #SAHS volleyball improves to 2-0; Compton lea...
JCHS girs golfers defeat Muncie Southside 222-240 Thursday. See today's paper fo...
#JCHS football takes on Delta Friday; Fans encouraged to expand horizons; #FRHS...
Photos are now posted from the #JCHS girls golf and girls soccer events Monday a...
Results of E. coli tests to be released; Activities set for Engine and Tractor s...
#JCHS girls soccer falls to Richmond; South Adams netters win opener; Patriot go...
JCHS girls soccer drops season opener 2-1 to visiting Richmond. For details, see...
Council freezes pay for elected officials; County OK's funds for grant; JCHS gir...
County works on pay plan; Airport project moving ahead; Ag Guard unit comes home...
Stutzman tours POET plant; Vouchers boost JCCA; Robbery suspect charged; JCHS go...
Redkey man suspect in robbery; Library gets new leader; Sewer project halfway co...
Commissioners discuss role with New InterUrban transport service; Rockets ousted...
We have more than 90 photos of #JCHS Marching Patriots in our Indiana State Fair...
Jay County High School marching band finished fifth at the Indiana State Fair co...
Video visitation system a feature at new jail; Redkey discusses budget; columnis...
Jay County girls golf team finishes eighth of 11 at season-opening Monroe Centra...
Portland city employees receive raise; Jay School Board sets proposed budget; Po...
Little Big Town came to town Thursday. For photos from the concert and other act...
Lyndee Evans recently threw out the first pitch at a Fort Wayne TinCaps game as...
What is your favorite part of the Jay County Fair?
The Jay County Fair is halfway over, but not slowing down. Check out our latest...
Grant deal for Lafayette extension approved; Surprising facts found about fair h...
We've got more pictures of the action at the Jay County Fair. Check out Tuesday'...
Photo gallery from Monday's events at the Jay County Fair is now available. Chec...
The Jay County Fair got underway Saturday. Check out our photos from the weekend.
County approves new sewer ordinance; Rockets win two over weekend; Fair inspires memories. www.thecr.com
Check out photos from the Jay County High School football camp for kindergarten through eighth graders.
JCHS will return to Huntington North for the 2012 boys basketball sectional. The Patriots won the 2011 title at HNHS.
School board thanked for help; Commissioners looking at new ordinance; Fennig earns two awards. www.thecr.com
Huntington North will host boys basketball tournament in Class 4A Sectional 6, which includes Jay County. See Wednesday's CR for details.
Click to view photos from the Jay County Fair Queen Pageant.
Degler named Jay County Fair Queen; Commissioners OK discount; Bryant close to sewer deal; Rockets sweep HU. www.thecr.com
Court rules on appeals in Buckner murder case; Portland Rockets extend streak to six and clinch Heartland West Division. www.thecr.com
New summer sports photo galleries are up — Portland Rockets, Jay Summer Swim and Portland Junior League.
Portland boy selling lemonade for soldiers; Davis named to several committees; Rockets hand Warhawks second defeat. www.thecr.com
Bruns is low bidder for Bryant project; Jay County summer swimmers defeat South Adams. www.thecr.com
Geesaman to run for mayor; Airport plans get OK; Sewer project advances; Hospital looking for surgeon.
With school out there is a lot of swimming, baseball, softball, soccer, camps and other summer activities going on. Other than vacation, tell us what you like most about the summer months.
Three arrested on charges of burglary; Fuel sales up at airport; Jail funds to be used for storage building. www.thecr.com
Humane Society asks for help; Bryant rate increase firm; Portland Rockets win 3-of-4 over weekend. www.thecr.com
Jay County Fair 2011
Portland gets about $850,000 from INDOT for Lafayette extension, path project; unemployment rate drops in Jay County. www.thecr.com
Jay County library, schools teaming up to prepare children for kindergarten.
Check out today's CR for a story about Bryant residents' reaction to sewer rate hikes. www.thecr.com
Portland Rockets defeat Decatur 2-0; #SAHS hires basketball coach; Jay summer swim edges Celina. Visit www.thecr.com for details.
Portland Rockets defeat Decatur Dirty Birds 2-0 in pitchers' duel, see Wednesday's Commercial Review for details.
Jay School Board considers new boundaries; Sewer district ready with financial package; Dunkirk council discusses streets. www.thecr.com
Photo galleries are updated from Holly Brunswick and Maria Murphy competing at state finals, as well as the JCHS boys golf sectional.
Portland Rockets opened home schedule with 12-1 win Tuesday over the Van Wert Twisters. See today's edition of The CR for details.
Check out our online photo gallery from Sunday's JCHS graduation ceremony.
Holly Brunswick of FRHS brought home a state medal with a seventh-place finish Friday in the high jump. of JCHS junior Maria Murphy's 15th-place finish in the discus at the Indiana state meet will be in today's CR.
A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Jay County until 7:45 p.m. Heavy rain and high winds up to 60 mph are possible with this storm.
Today's paper will include a preview of JCHS junior Maria Murphy's trip to the state finals. She will compete in the discus Saturday at Indiana University in Bloomington.
Check out today's edition of The CR for a preview of #FRHS senior Holly Brunswick's trip to the state finals.
The JCHS baseball and softball sectional games scheduled for today at Homestead had been postponed to Friday. The Patriot baseball team will play Marion in the opening round of the tournament at 5 p.m., and the softball team will meet Huntington North in
A tornado warning has been issued for northwest Jay County and Geneva until 12:30 a.m. Seek shelter immediately.
Holly Brunswick, a Fort Recovery senior who was a state medalist last season, is headed back to Columbus after placing fourth in the high jump at the Division III Troy regional Wednesday. Story and photos will be in Thursday's CR.
The tornado watch in effect for Jay County has been extended until 2 a.m.
The #JCHS baseball sectional game scheduled for today against Marion at Homestead has been postponed to Thursday at 5 p.m.
Maria Murphy, a #JCHS junior, wins the regional championship in the discus. See Wednesday's edition of The Commercial Review for details.
Check out Tuesday's edition of The Commercial Review for photo coverage of the Jay County High School girls basketball program's camp for kindergarten through fifth graders.
The #FRHS class of 2011 graduated today. Photos will be in Monday's edition of The Commercial Review and at www.thecr.com.
Zach Cash wins 300-meter hurdles title as the #JCHS boys track team places fourth at the sectional meet. See Friday's CR for details.
In the rain and cold Tuesday, the #JCHS girls track team dominated the competition to win its second straight sectional title. See Tuesday's CR for details.
#JCHS baseball will open sectional tournament against Marion. South Adams to play Woodlan in first round.
Updated photo galleries now available from JCHS/SAHS boys golf and FRHS softball season finale.
Chad Aker has been named chief of the Portland Fire Department.
#FRHS softball team closes season with pair of victories Saturday over Spencerville. See Monday's CR for details.
#JCHS boys golf team tops #SAHS led by career bests from the Evans — Mathias (37) and Ryder (39). See Friday's CR for details.
#JCHS softball will open sectional in semifinal round May 25 at 7 p.m. against Huntington North at Homestead.
Tornado warning has been issued for Mercer County (Ohio) until 5 p.m.
The severe thunderstorm warning for Jay County has been extended until 4:45 p.m.
Jay County is under a flood warning until 10 p.m.
Mercer County (Ohio) is under a severe thunderstorm watch until 8 p.m. today.
A severe thunderstorm warning also has been issued for Randolph County.
A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Jay County.
Photos updated from JCHS softball Friday and FRHS baseball Saturday at
#JCHS baseball falls 8-1 to Delta. Details in Friday's edition of The CR. Also visit www.thecr.com Friday for photos from the game.
#JCHS girls track wins at Muncie Southside. Cierra Barcus and Maria Murphy each win two events. Visit www.thecr.com for details.
Story and photos of procession for fire chief Matt Aker in today's edition of The CR.
Local man killed in accident. Read about it in Monday's edition.
Craig Fortkamp and Stacy Will were crowned Fort Recovery prom king and queen Friday. Visit www.thecr.com for photos from the event.
Jay County remains under a tornado watch until 3 a.m.
A tornado warning has been issued for Jay County until 11:45. Seek shelter immediately.
The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for Randolph County.
The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for Jay County until 10 p.m. tonight.
From the National Weather Service: Locally heavy rainfall is possible today and tonight and may pose a threat of flooding.
County road 200 West is now open.
Jay County road 200 West, between county roads 200 North and 300 North, is currently closed due to an accident and downed power lines.
Local girl recovers for prom; dust mats offered by county; storm causes damage in Bryant. Visit www.thecr.com for details.
Motorists are advised to avoid U.S. 27 near county road 500 if possible due to downed power lines.
Jay County is under a Severe Thunderstorm Warning until 11:45 p.m. High winds and hail may be possible.
Photos from #JCHS prom are now available. Visit
Monday, April 18
Jay County Council taps into LOIT funds; Portland commission gives approval; #JCHS softball tops Bellmont. Visit www.thecr.com for details.
Thursday, April 14
"Photos from the #JCHS baseball team's loss Tuesday to Muncie Central."( )
#JCHS baseball falls; Aaron Vagedes of #FRHS breaks two records; JCHS softball picks up first victory. Visit www.thecr.com for details.
Wednesday, April 13
Saturday, April 9
#FRHS junior breaks two boys track records; Indian baseball team picks up first victory. Pick up Saturday's edition of The CR for details.
Check out the photos from the #JCHS track team's victories Thursday over Bellmont and Adams Central.
Friday, April 8
#JCHS graduate Josh Ludy helps Baylor University baseball team end skid. Click for details.
Thursday, April 7
Residential property tax bills going up in Jay County. Click for details.
#FRHS tops #JCHS in softball; Patriots score big track victories; Tribe baseball falls to 0-6. Visit for details.
The #JCHS baseball team opened its season with an eight-run win Saturday. Click for details about the game.
JCHS girls track picks up win over South Adams on emotional evening. Click for details.
Sectional assignments bring changes for Jay, South Adams; #JCHS grad leading Ball State baseball. Click for details.
A Kentucky crash has local ties. Read about it in Thursday's edition.
Fort Recovery baseball and softball teams open their seasons Monday. Visit for details on the games.
Congratulations to the Butler Bulldogs, and cheerleader Erika Hunt, a 2008 Jay County High School graduate, as they head back to the Final Four for the second straight season.
Redkey prepares to annex; Davis working toward solution.
Catch up with Jay Co., Fort Recovery and South Adams grads competing in college. Click for today's collegiate check-up.
Fort Recovery girls lose state semifinal game. Read about it in Saturday's edition.
Good luck to the Fort Recovery High School girls basketball team in today's state semifinal game against Anna.
Fort Recovery takes on Anna in the Division III state finals. Go to www.thecr.com for a preview.
Click more coverage of the #FRHS girls basketball team on its road to state.
Randolph and Jay counties are testing tornado sirens today.
It's time for our Spring Home Improvement supplement. If you or someone you know is currently undertaking or recently completed a major home renovation, e-mail us ASAP at cr.news@comcast.net with some information and a contact phone number. Thanks!
Kokomo knocks off #JCHS boys basketball team 44-37 in Class 4A regional semifinal at Marion.
#FRHS girls basketball team wins regional title 56-50 over No. 6 Africentric Early College. Indians are going to state finals.
Good luck to the JCHS boys and FRHS girls basketball teams in their regional games Saturday.
JCHS gymnastics closes season at regional. See Saturday's Commercial Review for details.
Good luck to the JCHS gymnastics team at Friday's regional meet at Huntington North.
JCHS principal Phil Ford shared this video. We thought we would share it with our readers.
#FHRS girls basketball tops No. 2 Lake 45-36 to advance to Saturday's regional championship.
Auditions for the Jay County Civic Theatre and JCHS Thespians' production of Our Town Today will be Wednesday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Jay County High School auditorium. Show dates will be May 20, 21 and 22.
Photo galleries are now updated from all of the weekend's athletic action. Click to view.
Click for coverage of #JCHS boys basketball and gymnastics, and #FRHS girls basketball from the weekend.
Tickets for the FRHS girls basketball regional semifinal game are on sale in the athletics office today until 7:30 p.m. They will also be available Tuesday from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. JCHS is taking orders for sectional championship T-shirts in the athletic
#JCHS boys basketball wins sectional title; #FRHS girls basketball takes district crown. Read Monday's CR for details.
#JCHS gymnasts finish second to Huntington North at sectional to advance to Friday's regional tournament.
A flash flood warning has been issued for Randolph County. Also, a flood warning has been issued for Mercer County until 4:15 p.m. today.
Click to read about the #JCHS boys team's sectional semifinal win Friday over Homestead.
Good luck to #JCHS boys basketball, #FRHS girls basketball and JCHS gymnastics in tournament action Saturday.
Tickets for the #FRHS girls district championship game Saturday are on sale in the high school office today until 2 p.m.
#FRHS girls basketball reaches district final with 15-point victory over Tinora. See Friday's CR for details.
Click for coverage of the #FRHS win Wednesday night and a preview of the #JCHS sectional semifinal on Friday.
Jay County will be under a flood watch Friday evening through Saturday evening.
Randolph County is under a flood watch Friday evening through Saturday evening.
#FRHS boys basketball rolls to victory over Waynesfield-Goshen in sectional opener. See Thursday's CR for details.
Photo gallery from the #JCHS boys basketball team's win Tuesday is now updated. Click to view.
Click to read about the #JCHS boys basketball team's rally from a 10-point deficit to beat the Vikings in overtime.
#JCHS boys basketball team wins overtime thriller over Huntington North in sectional. See Wednesdays CR for details.
Click to check out our photo gallery from Monday's flooding in Portland the surrounding area.
#FRHS girls basketball team headed to district tournament for third straight season. Click for a preview.
Some roads in Mercer County are still flooded and closed.
Tonight's park board meeting has been canceled.
Because of widespread flooding, delivery of The Commercial Review was spotty today. Subscribers can still view all of Monday's content at www.thecr.com.
Jay Schools will be closed Tuesday.
Also, if you have interesting flood-related photos, e-mail those to cr.news@comcast.net as well for possible inclusion in Tuesday's edition. Include your name and information about where the photo was taken.
If you've got an interesting story about your adventures with today's flooding, send us an e-mail at cr.news@comcast.net. Please include your contact information (phone number and address) for our reference.
East Jay Middle School and East Elementary School students have been transported to Jay County High School due to flooding.
Jay County is under a flood warning until Wednesday evening.
Randolph County is under a travel advisory until Tuesday due to flooding.
Ohio 119 near Fort Recovery is closed due to flooding.
Fort Recovery Schools are closed today.
Fort Recovery Schools are on a two-hour delay today.
Jay Schools are on a three-hour delay today.
#FRHS girls basketball cruises to another sectional title, advances to Division III district at Kalida.
#JCHS boys basketball defeats Bellmont and Norwell today to finish season at 14-6.
Double-digit win over Bellmont improves #JCHS boys basketball team to 13-6 heading into tonight's game against Norwell.
#FRHS boys basketball team wins regular-season finale over New Bremen. See Saturday's CR for details.
Neal Fennig, a #JCHS senior, post second-best time of his career to finish 31st at swimming state finals. See Saturday's CR for details.
The JCHS boys basketball team is closing the regular-season Saturday with a rare double-header. Check out Saturday's CR for details.
The #FRHS boys basketball game at home tonight against the New Bremen Cardinals at 6 p.m. is on as scheduled.
The level I snow alert for unincorporated areas of Mercer County has been lifted.
The Level One snow emergency in Jay County is scheduled to be lifted at 3 p.m. Please continue to drive with caution.
Although Arts Place is closed today because of the weather, Jay County Civic Teatre is still holding auditions for Grease at Arts Place at 6:30 p.m.
#JCHS boys basketball will play a double-header Saturday — vs. Bellmont (re-scheduled from Friday) at noon and vs. Norwell at 6 p.m.
#JCHS boys basketball will play a double-header Saturday — vs. Bellmont (re-scheduled from Friday) at noon and vs. Norwell at 6 p.m.
The #SAHS boys basketball home game scheduled for tonight against Eastbrook has been postponed to Saturday at 6 p.m.
The #JCHS boys basketball game scheduled for tonight against Bellmont has been canceled.
Jay County is under a level I snow emergency and Jay Schools are closed today.
Randolph County is under a travel advisory until 10 a.m.
Fort Recovery Schools are closed today.
Jay and South Adams schools are closed today.
South Adams Schools are on a two-hour delay today.
Jay Schools are on a three-hour delay today.
#JCHS boys basketball team defeats Yorktown. See Thursday's Commercial Review for details.
Superintendent, county official discuss school closing; commissioners look at deal for juvenile detention services.
Neal Fennig, a #JCHS senior, will compete in the IHSAA Boys Swimming State Finals Friday. Click for a preview.
The #JCHS boys basketball game against Yorktown tonight at 6 p.m. is on as scheduled.
Mercer County's Level 1 ice/winter storm advisory has been lifted. Driver's should continue to use caution.
Jay Schools are closed today.
South Adams Schools are on a two-hour delay today.
Jay Schools are on a three-hour delay today.
County buys police car; Jay Schools focus on performance goals; Portland Foundation announces grants.
Tonight's meeting of the Portland Park Board has been rescheduled for March 1.
#JCHS boys basketball schedule update: vs. Yorktown Wednesday at 6 p.m. and vs. Norwell Saturday at 6 p.m.
The #JCHS boys basketball gamed scheduled for tonight against Norwell has been canceled.
The #JCHS boys basketball game against Yorktown that was postponed Monday has been rescheduled for Wednesday at 6 p.m.
Fort Recovery Schools are closed today.
South Adams Schools are closed today.
Jay Schools are closed today.
Fort Recovery Schools will be on a two-hour delay Tuesday.
Jay Schools will be on a three-hour delay Tuesday.
South Adams Schools will be on a two-hour delay Tuesday.
Tonight's Portland City Council meeting has been canceled due to winter weather. Meeting has been rescheduled for Feb. 28 at 7 p.m.
Mercer County is under a Level 1 ice/winter storm advisory. Roadways may be icy, use caution.
The #JCHS boys basketball game and gymnastics meet scheduled for tonight have been canceled.
#JCHS senior Neal Fennig earns state berth; boys basketball draws Huntington North; #FRHS boys top Mississinawa Valley.
#JCHS boys basketball will play host Huntington North in opening round of sectional tournament. See Monday's CR for details.
Neal Fennig, a #JCHS senior, wins 200-yard freestyle to qualify for state finals. See Monday's CR for details.
Election filing ended Friday with several key races, including the Dunkirk mayoral race, looming in Richland Township.
#JCHS boys basketball rolls over Union City; Drake Meska falls in wrestling state finals; #FRHS boys end losing streak.
Portland makes pitch for Stellar Communities grant; Redkey continues to work on annexation.
Holly Brunswick lifts #FRHS girls basketball over St. John's in overtime; Neal Fennig of #JCHS earns No. 2, 3 seeds.
Good luck to #JCHS senior Drake Meska at the wrestling state finals tonight, and to the boys swim team in sectional action Saturday.
All content from Thursday's edition of The CR has now been updated at www.thecr.com. Thank you for your patience.
Jay County is under a flood warning until Saturday evening. Be aware of high water across roadways.
The PDF version of Thursday's CR is now uploaded. The remaining content will be updated later today.
The CR Web site is not updated because of a problem with our internet connection. We will update with today's content as soon as possible.
#JCHS senior Drake Meska competes in IHSAA Wrestling State Finals on Friday. Click for a preview.
Temperatures have climbed into the 50s. What are you doing to enjoy our early glimpse at spring?
Agencies investigating manure spill near Indiana-Ohio line.
#JCHS gymnasts near 100 points despite injury; #FRHS girls basketball wins eighth straight game.
District sewer work remains on hold.
Photos from wrestling semi-state and boys basketball this weekend are now updated in our galleries.
Jay County commissioners, county engineer talk about logistics of possible wind farm.
#JCHS boys basketball game at home against Yorktown Tigers re-scheduled for Monday, Feb. 21, at 6 p.m.
Drake Meska of #JCHS wins semi-state title; boys basketball falls to Wayne. Coverage now updated on www.thecr.com.
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Jay Schools are closed today.
Jay Schools are on a three-hour delay today.
Drake Meska of #JCHS wins 140-pound semi-state title, earns berth in wrestling state finals. See Monday's CR for details.
#FRHS boys drop sixth straight. Mary Hudson of #JCHS places 26th in breaststroke in state finals.
County reporter Steve Garbacz takes a look at the possibility of voting centers in Jay County.
Also good luck to #JCHS senior Carly Cline, who will compete in the girls high school bowling semi-state Saturday in Muncie.
Good luck to the #JCHS girls swimmers at state tonight, and Drake Meska and Kyle Garringer at wrestling semi-state Saturday.
#JCHS boys basketball defeats host Delta Eagles. Check out Friday's edition of The Commercial Review for details.
How do you feel about JCHS basketball, volleyball, baseball and softball staying in Class 4A? Share your thoughts.
Four #JCHS swimmers to compete at state meet Friday. Click for a preview of their events.
South Adams schools are on a two-hour delay today.
Local officials discuss developments with wind turbine projects.
#JCHS girls basketball team falls to Fort Wayne South Side. Megan Taylor places 16th at Fishers diving regional.
Archers' 3-point sharp-shooting ends the #JCHS girls basketball season in sectional. See Wednesday's CR for details.
#FRHS girls basketball crushes St. Henry. Megan Taylor of #JCHS seeded 19th in regional.
Good luck to #JCHS senior Megan Taylor at tonight's diving regional, and the Patriot girls basketball team in sectional vs. FW South Side.
#FRHS girls basketball hits seven of first nine 3-pointers in rolling over St. Henry. See Tuesday's Commercial Review for details.
#JCHS sends four swimmers to state, a diver to regional and two wrestlers to semi-state.
James Brosher wins Indiana News Photographers Association College Photographer of the Year award again. and click on CPOY to view a gallery of his photos.
National Weather Service forecast for tonight: "Chance of precipitation is 60%. New snow accumulation of around an inch possible."
#JCHS wrestlers Drake Meska and Kyle Garringer qualify for semi-state. Mary Hudson, relay, reach state finals in girls swimming.
#JCHS boys basketball tonight vs. Yorktown has been postponed.
#JCHS honors Rob Weaver of WPGW for 35 years of broadcasting Patriot athletics. Check out the photo at www.thecr.com
#JCHS boys basketball wins; girls swimmers primed for top-three finish. #FRHS boys fall to St. Henry.
Fire guts downtown business. Read about it in today's edition of The CR.
#FRHS girls basketball team picks up votes in Ohio Division III AP poll; rated No. 3 in Freeman Rankings.
JCHS swim sectional starts tonight. Seven wrestlers compete in regional Saturday. Girls basketball team plays in sectional Friday. How do you think the teams/athletes will fare?
Fort Recovery Schools will be on a two-hour delay Friday.
Officials have downgraded Jay County to a level 1 snow emergency. Motorists are advised to use caution while traveling on country roads.
#JCHS senior girls basketball players will be honored at halftime of Saturday's Patriot boys basketball game vs. Yorktown.
Fort Recovery's girls basketball game at home tonight against St. Henry has been postponed to Monday at 6 p.m. #FRHS
JCHS's athletic events for Friday will be on as scheduled — girls swim sectional @ 5:30 p.m. and boys basketball @ 6 p.m.
Jay Schools will be closed Friday.
Mercer County has repealed its level 1 snow alert.
Jay County girls swim sectional postponed to Friday. Several other events canceled or postponed.
The South Adams High school girls basketball game scheduled for tonight against Manchester has been postponed to Saturday at 1 p.m.
Jay County remains under a level 2 snow emergency today. County officials will be considering downgrading the emergency level this afternoon.
Jay County swimming sectional scheduled for tonight has been postponed. Preliminaries will be Friday, followed by finals Saturday.
Mercer County is under a Level 1 snow alert for unincorporated areas. Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Use Extreme Caution.
John Jay Center For Learning is closed today.
Schools will be off for the third straight day tomorrow. Many area business have also closed. How are you spending your time off?
Fort Recovery and South Adams schools are closed for Thursday, Feb. 3.
Jay County's level 2 snow emergency will remain in effect throughout the night. Residents are encouraged not to leave home unless absolutely necessary.
Check out our story about the continuing weather issues.
Preview of Saturday's Jay County wrestling regional, weather permitting.
Jay Schools will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, Feb. 3.
Our paper carriers and delivery drivers will make their best effort to get your newspaper to you today. Due to weather conditions, however, they may not be able to make all deliveries. Subscribers can still view all of today's content online at www.
Mercer County is under a Level 3 snow emergency, means roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Roads are closed except for emergency personnel. Those traveling on the roadways are subject to arrest. Sheriff's Office cruisers will not
Jay County is now under a level 2 snow emergency. Residents are encouraged not to leave home unless absolutely necessary.
Fort Recovery Schools will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb. 2.
Jay Schools will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb. 2.
South Adams Schools will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb. 2.
Our photo galleries are updated with pictures from Saturday's wrestling sectional and boys basketball game.
Area braces for round two of winter weather. Check out the story in today's edition of The CR.
Jay County High School to stay in Class 4A for basketball, baseball, softball and volleyball.
Fort Recovery Schools are closed today.
Fort Recovery Schools are on a two-hour delay.
Jay Schools are closed today.
South Adams Schools are closed today.
The ice is falling. Be sure to visit www.thecr.com Tuesday and throughout the week to keep up to date on the storm and other local news.
The Commercial Review is now on Twitter. Follow us @commreview
Heavy snow and ice is supposedly on the way. Do you think this storm is going to be as bad as predicted or is it all just hype?
The mayor of Portland reflects on the past and the future during his State of the City address. Read all about it in Wednesday's edition of The CR.
Jay County High School swimming, boys basketball and girls basketball were all in action Saturday. Visit www.thecr.com to see how they fared.
Check www.thecr.com for school closings and delays.
Tonight's meeting of the Portland Park Board has been canceled due to weather. The meeting has been rescheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 18, at 7 p.m. at the Portland Fire Station, 1616 N. Franklin St.
Sewer district OK's deal with city School board passes Wednesday policy No. 18 JC gymnasts beat No. 15 Carroll Pick up Tuesday's CR for details
Gulley helping in Afghanistan; JCHS boys basketball blasts Mississinewa. Visit www.thecr.com for more.
Friday's headlines: Hosier to seek re-election Redkey to change addresses Snow a factor in several accidents Jay gymnasts win opener Got to www.thecr.com for more.
City, district expected to reach sewer agreement. Local graduates leading college basketball teams. Go to www.thecr.com for details.
Portland City Council to discus major sewer rate increase. Jay County gymnasts open season Thursday. Visit www.thecr.com for coverage.
Happy New Year!
The Commercial Review will publish a morning edition Friday. There will be no paper Saturday, and we will return to our regular publishing schedule Monday, Jan. 3.
Santa made a visit to the office tonight. Merry Christmas to all of our readers.
Are you planning to be married in 2011 and have a unique story to tell? If so, you could be included in our special upcoming bridal section. Contact Family editor Virginia Cline at (260) 726-8141.
School closing and delay information is available on our web site at www.thecr.com. ... Check the scrolling ticker near the top of the page or click on Delays/closings in the left-hand column.
Jay County wrestling, girls basketball and boys swimming all pick up victories at home Thursday. Visit www.thecr.com for detals.
Let us know about your upcoming events for The Commercial Review's annual listing of holiday events. Information can be e-mailed to cr.news@comcast.net; faxed to (260) 726-8143, or called in at (260) 726-8141.
The new deadline to send in Santa Letters for publication in the Christmas Greetings supplement is Dec. 14. That special section will be included in the Dec. 22 paper.
Our four-section Thanksgiving issue is now on newsstands and packed with interesting local stories. Pick up a copy for the bargain price of 50 cents or read it online at www.thecr.com.
Today is the last day to vote in our JCHS boys basketball poll at www.thecr.com. Also visit our site for coverage of the Patriot girls basketball team's win over Class 2A No. 2 Winchester.
Vote in our poll about the Jay County High School boys basketball team at www.thecr.com.
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