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EATON — The investigation into a drug overdose death 970 South Barron Street in Eaton has led to the arrest of a New Lebanon resident on drug and manslaughter charges.

EATON — The Preble County Historical Society, in partnership with The Register-Herald, is now accepting applications for the 2024 Sara Swartsel Hall of Honor.

GRATIS — Covered bridge aficionados can once again enjoy one of Preble County’s monuments to the past: the Brubaker Covered Bridge is open and ready for traffic.

EATON – National Trail 6th grader Martha Ma came out as the county’s top speller, winning the annual Preble County Spelling Bee held Thursday, Jan. 18, at the Eaton Community Schools Performing Arts Center.

EATON — Home Is The Foundation hosted its annual Community Resource Fair on Tuesday, Jan. 23, at the Gym at Eagle’s Point. This free family event included representation of available resources in Preble County, and a complimentary meal provided by Visitation Catholic Church.

EATON — On Tuesday, Jan. 23, the Preble County Historical Society and Nature Reserve learned it had been awarded an America-250 Ohio Buckeye Grant.

COLUMBUS — State Senator Steve Huffman last week announced the introduction of Senate Bill 216, which would reduce and eventually eliminate the personal income tax and Commercial Activity Tax.

EATON — Late last year, two Preble County Sheriff’s Deputies became the first in local history to recieve Medal of Honor distinction from the Buckeye State Sheriffs Association.

EATON — Being in the path of totality gives area residents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to view the total solar eclipse on Monday afternoon, April 8.

CLAY TOWNSHIP — Township residents have two new trustees.