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π± How a routine Russells Point stop led to a meth arrest
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What's up Russells Point! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
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In today's newsletter:
- How a routine Russells Point stop led to a meth arrest
- What Honda's next big move could mean for Russells Point jobs
Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Nice with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 75 and low of 56 degrees.
- Wednesday: Cloudy and warm, temps: high: 78, low: 63.
- Thursday: Warm with periods of rain, with a high of 82 and low of 56 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• K-9 Tega helps lead to meth arrest (peakofohio.com) — Police in Russells Point arrested a 58-year-old driver after a Saturday night traffic stop uncovered marijuana and a small amount of methamphetamine, thanks in part to K-9 Tega. The man, who lacked a valid license or insurance, now faces a fifth-degree felony drug possession charge plus traffic-related offenses.
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• Honda considering Ohio for new assembly plant (cleveland.com) — Honda is weighing Ohio for a major new hybrid vehicle plant that could open around 2030, potentially boosting the state's already large manufacturing footprint. For Russells Point residents, the company's existing transmission plant here underscores how any expansion decision could influence long-term jobs, investment, and regional economic stability.
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📸 Around Russells Point
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Russells Point
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★ Featured events ★
- Fall Porch Leaner Paint Party at Roots Salon & Day Spa →
Roots Salon & Day Spa, 826 Ohio 708, Russells Point
Sunday October 18
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Volleyball (JH) vs. Hardin-Houston
Jackson Center High School, 204 Linden St, Jackson Center
5:00 pm - JV Boys Soccer vs. Shawnee
Ryan Field, 1 Redskin Trail, Wapakoneta
5:00 pm - Varsity Cross Country @ Bath
Bath High School, 2850 Bible Rd, Lima
5:00 pm - Volleyball (JV/V) vs. Hardin-Houston
Jackson Center High School, 204 Linden St, Jackson Center
5:30 pm - Varsity Boys Soccer vs. Shawnee
Ryan Field, 1 Redskin Trail, Wapakoneta
7:00 pm - JV Girls Soccer vs. Kenton
Ryan Field, 1 Redskin Trail, Wapakoneta
5:00 pm - Volleyball (JH) @ Anna
Anna High School, 1 McRill Way, Anna
5:00 pm - JV Boys Soccer @ Perrysburg
Perrysburg High School, 13385 Roachton Rd, Perrysburg
5:00 pm - Volleyball (JV/V) @ Anna
Anna High School, 1 McRill Way, Anna
5:30 pm - JV Girls Volleyball @ Shawnee
Shawnee High School, 3333 Zurmehly Rd, Lima
5:30 pm - Varsity Girls Soccer vs. Kenton
Ryan Field, 1 Redskin Trail, Wapakoneta
7:00 pm
Tuesday September 29
Thursday October 1
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Driveline posted a job opening for Flex Merchandiser in Belle Center. Apply here.
- Subway posted a job opening for Sandwich Artist in Anna. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Russells Point here.
🗞 Nearby News
Lakeview
- Logan County to plant Heritage Tree as Part of America 250-Ohio Commemoration (peakofohio.com)
- Lakeview man cited for aggravated menacing after confronting political canvasser (peakofohio.com)
Jackson Center
- High school cross country: Russia finishes second at Versailles, other area results (sidneydailynews.com)
Bellefontaine
- Konz hat-trick sparks Bellefontaine boys soccer win; Calvary Christian girls fall to Coldwater (peakofohio.com)
- Gas station employee arrested for public intoxication (peakofohio.com)
- Cope arrested for OVI after crash investigation (peakofohio.com)
Ok Russells Point! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hop Squatch! (Thank you Terri R. for sending it in!)
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