April King

1 day ago | peakofohio.com | April King

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is increasing efforts to deport non-citizens involved in criminal activity, with a growing focus on public safety and closer collaboration with local law enforcement. Here in Logan County, officials have seen a noticeable rise in ICE operations. In past years, federal intervention was rare and typically reserved for extreme cases.

1 day ago | peakofohio.com | April King

Tariffs on imported goods are starting to hit home for several Logan County business owners, with rising costs on everything from specialty items to basic materials making it harder to keep prices steady for customers. Some local retailers say the tariffs have forced them to rethink supply chains or even delay long-planned expansion efforts. Others are warning that if costs continue to climb, those increases may soon be passed on to consumers.

1 day ago | peakofohio.com | April King

The Indian Lake Board of Education met Thursday night to review ongoing summer improvements and take action on several items ahead of the 2025-26 school year. The meeting began with recognition of recent graduate Ava Faler, who competed in the high jump at the 2025 OHSAA State Track Meet. Earlier in the year, she placed fourth in the triple jump at the State Indoor Meet. Superintendent Dr. Rob Underwood updated the board on campus projects.

1 day ago | peakofohio.com | April King

State Senator Susan Manchester (R-Waynesfield) and fellow lawmakers in the Ohio Senate have approved the new biennial operating budget, highlighting continued commitments to tax relief, fiscal responsibility, and investments in families, agriculture, and housing. The $60.23 billion budget includes over $1 billion in tax relief and maintains a constitutionally required balanced structure. A major highlight of the budget is the gradual implementation of a flat income tax.

2 days ago | peakofohio.com | April King

The Logan County community is coming together to support a beloved retired educator facing life-changing medical challenges. Dave Cline, a retired art teacher who spent many years at Indian Lake Schools, lost the use of his legs on June 7, 2024, due to a tumor that extended the full length of his spine. He and his wife, Kim, now reside in West Liberty, where they continue to adjust to a new way of life following his diagnosis.