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04/21/2026

It's National Crime Victims' Rights Week! Listen. Act. Advocate. Protect victims, serve communities.

04/21/2026

Due to a technical issue, the GoTo Meeting website went down on Monday, April 20 as the Bidders Conference was set to begin. The Bidders Conference has been rescheduled for this morning, Tuesday, April 21st at 10 a.m. Please go to: https://meet.goto.com/650875565 to join the meeting.

04/19/2026

04/17/2026

Allen County Residents,

Unfortunately, Allen County has recently seen an increase in scam activity targeting members of our community. It is extremely important for residents to understand that any request for payment in Bitcoin, gift cards, or other unconventional forms of payment is a scam. Please do not fall victim to these schemes.

Please remember the following:
•If you have a warrant for your arrest, law enforcement must serve that warrant in person. •You will never be asked to pay money over the phone to avoid arrest or “pay a fee in lieu of jail time.” These claims are fraudulent.
•If you receive a call from the Allen County Sheriff’s Office non-emergency line, the caller ID will display 419-227-3535. Scammers can spoof phone numbers, so remain cautious and verify suspicious calls directly with our office.
•If you are instructed not to contact an attorney, not to speak with family members, or to remain on the phone while purchasing Bitcoin or gift cards, it is a scam. Legitimate law enforcement agencies will never make these demands.

I cannot stress this enough: please protect your hard-earned money and personal information. If you ever question the legitimacy of a phone call, letter, or message claiming to be from law enforcement, contact the Allen County Sheriff’s Office directly before taking any action.

Please also share this information with your family, friends, and neighbors of all ages so they can remain informed and protected.

Stay safe,
Matthew B. Treglia
Sheriff, Allen County

04/15/2026

It's never too early to start gearing up for the Hope in Every Step 5K Run/Walk! This year's annual event will also be a starting point for our 10 Million Steps Campaign! Register now and help support older adults.

04/14/2026

SCAM ALERT – PLEASE SHARE!!!

We have received reports that scammers are spoofing our non-emergency phone number, calling residents, and demand payment for various reasons.

These scammers sound convincing but please remember:
• We will NEVER call you to request payment for a warrant or a fine.
• Our non-emergency number (419-227-3535) will NOT appear on your caller ID if we contact you.
• If you receive a call where 419-227-3535 shows on your caller ID and the caller is demanding payment, it is a SCAM.

Scammers can manipulate caller ID to make it look like the call is coming from a trusted number.

🔒 Protect yourself:
• Do not give out personal information
• Do not give out banking or credit card information
• Do not send money or transfer funds to unknown callers

If you receive one of these calls, hang up immediately.

04/14/2026

Did you hear the news?!

Enrollment for the 2026 Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program opens April 22 at noon! 🍓🥕🍅

If you're 60 or older and meet income guidelines, you can receive $50 to spend on fresh, locally grown fruits, veggies, herbs, and even unprocessed honey. It’s a great way to eat well and support our local farmers!

Learn more: https://aging.ohio.gov/sfmnp26newsrelease

04/14/2026

There is still time to buy your tickets for the 8th Annual Silver Birch Dinner & Auction! There are some great auction items available! Go to https://SBFDinner.givesmart.com to purchase tickets today!

04/14/2026

Success Story: Not Just Construction, But Acts of Compassion - https://mailchi.mp/ef9a163ac102/august-2019-success-story-18104610