News

Ransomware detected in Wood County computer network

The Wood County Information Technology Department detected ransomware on the county government’s computer network on Monday, December 9. As soon as this was learned, Wood County staff began working to investigate and determine the effects of the incident.

Blood donors sought

The American Red Cross encourages donors to keep the blood supply top of mind by giving blood or platelets this month. Type O negative blood donors and those giving platelets are especially urged to give now to help ensure patients can continue to receive the care they need in the coming weeks.

Real estate tax relief for seniors and disabled veterans available through auditor’s office

Homeowners 65 and older, and those who are permanently and totally disabled, may qualify for Ohio’s Homestead Exemption for property tax relief. Due to recent legislation passed in 2023, the homestead income threshold and exemption amount adjust with inflation each year.

Rossford Community Calendar

To include your organization’s activities, mail or drop off the details to the Rossford Record Journal, 130 Louisiana Avenue, PO Box 267, Perrysburg, Ohio 43552. Or send an e-mail, with the date, time and location, to dianaw@perrysburg.com. The deadline is Friday at noon.Friday, December 69:30 a.m.

Wood County jail passes annual inspection

The Wood County Sheriff’s Office has received a 100 percent passage of the annual jail inspection conducted by the state Bureau of Adult Detention. The Department of Rehabilitation and Correction inspected the jail on November 5.

Perrysburg Twp. food distribution

The Perrysburg Township food distribution will be held Thursday, December 12, from 8 to 10 a.m.The township fire department will sponsor the food give-away at the township building, 26609 Lime City Road, the second Thursday of each month.

Law enforcement conducts 13th annual Lights for Lives campaign

Northwest Ohio law enforcement’s 13th annual “Lights for Lives” campaign proved to be another successful operation, demonstrating the impact of multi-agency and multi-jurisdictional collaboration.

Coalition meeting set for Dec. 6

An Addiction Task Force/Wood County Prevention Coalition meeting is set for Friday, December 6, from 9 to 10:30 a.m., at the Wood County Educational Service Center, 1867 Research Drive, Bowling Green.

Pemberville Library Friends to offer Christmas home tours

The Pemberville Friends of the Library will continue the tradition of Christmas home tours on Saturday, December 7, from 2 to 7 p.m.Tickets can be purchased at Pemberville Public Library, 375 East Front Street, Pemberville, or at individual homes on the day of the tours for $15.

Hunters invited to donate venison to food banks

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife is again partnering with Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry (FHFH) to support local food banks with donated venison.