MEDIA RELEASE__The Ohio Department of Natural Resources has issued a reminder that Ohio's fall hunting season begins on September 1.
As the 2026 fall seasons begin, hunters are reminded to check the current regulations for changes to season dates and daily limits. New waterfowl hunting zones take effect this year, so hunters should confirm the zone of their hunting location before the regular seasons kick off in October.
MEDIA RELEASE__This year’s Conservation Contest registration is now open for ages 8-19 that are in 4-H or FFA with a limit of one entry per participant.
The contest will be held on September 8 at the Hardin County Fairgrounds Community Building. Check in will be from 10:00-10:30 a.m. with the contest beginning at 10:30 a.m.
There will be special consideration for those showing livestock that day. Participants will be judged in three classes based upon age.
MEDIA RELEASE__Napoleon Road between Sandusky Road and State Route 81 will be closed to through traffic on Thursday, August 27 from 7:30 a.m. to Friday, August 28 at 2:00 p.m. for crossover work.
Napoleon Road will be available to residential traffic only - no through traffic. Please see the included map for the approximate location of road-cutting work.
This closure provides no through access for emergency vehicles. Please find an alternate route.
For more information, contact the Allen County Engineer at 419-228-3196.
