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Choose your town for local services, schools, utilities and other essentials.

Your Communities

Select a community below to see its local information.

Bryan

City Services & Utilities

City of Bryan

Set up utilities: Start or transfer electric, water and wastewater service through Utility Billing & Collection. Ask what application, identification and move-in documents are needed.

Utility Office: 419-633-6020

Trash & recycling: Republic Services handles trash and curbside recycling. Your collection day depends on your address; check the city route information and confirm holiday changes.

Report a service issue: For potholes, street maintenance, leaves or drainage questions, contact the Street Department at 419-636-8547. Its page includes a pothole reporting form.

1399 E High St, Bryan, OH 43506

Service information checked October 11, 2026. Confirm collection changes and application requirements directly.

Police & Fire

Bryan Police • Bryan Fire

For an emergency, call 911. Use the local phone number shown below for routine inquiries; where only 911 is listed, contact the municipal office for non-emergency information.

304 W High St, Bryan, OH 43506

Phone: 419-633-6050Police Information ↗

Schools & Enrollment

Bryan City Schools

Enroll a student: Begin with the district registration page and select New Student. Arrange a registrar appointment to provide the required documents; ask the district about bus arrangements after enrollment.

1350 Fountain Grove Dr, Bryan, OH 43506

St. Patrick Catholic School

Catholic education for preschool through grade 6, with after-school care available for full-time students.

Enrollment: Contact the school office to ask about enrollment, a school visit, tuition and financial assistance. Review the school’s registration information for current requirements.

Address: 610 S Portland St, Bryan, OH 43506
Phone: 419-636-3592

Registration & tuition information ↗

St. Patrick school website ↗

Library

Bryan Main Library

Bryan Main Library offers lending, digital resources, public computers, programs and local history resources.

107 E High St, Bryan, OH 43506

Parks & Recreation

Bryan Parks & Recreation

Bryan Parks & Recreation manages 11 parks, two pools, the community center, ice rink and recreation programs.

1399 E High St, Bryan, OH 43506

Dining & Shop Local

Browse local food and shopping options. Choose a section, then search by name or category.

Food & Drink (2)

2 listings

Shopping (3)

3 listings

Convenience & Essentials
Bryan Main Stop

Convenience-store items and everyday supplies.

Address: 232 S Union St, Bryan, OH 43506

Phone: 419-636-6585

Business page ↗ for Bryan Main Stop

Business details checked October 14, 2026.

Candy & Gifts
Spangler Candy World

Candy shopping at the downtown Spangler visitor attraction.

Address: 131 S Main St, Bryan, OH 43506

Phone: 419-633-6439

Business website ↗ for Spangler Candy World

Business details checked October 23, 2026.

Confirm hours, menus and availability with each business. Suggest a local business or correction →

Events & Traditions

Bryan community events

Explore local events, downtown activities, annual traditions and things to do through Visit Bryan and community organizations.

Alerts

County and local alerts

Countywide alerts include emergency-management and engineer notices. Select Alerts & Notices below to choose the email or text lists you want.

Montpelier

City Services & Utilities

Village of Montpelier

Set up utilities: Complete a utility service application online or at the Utility Office. The village lists photo ID for adult residents, ownership or rental documents, and landlord signatures for rental or land-contract applications. Ask the office about applicable deposits and fees.

Utility Office: 419-485-8316

Trash & recycling: The village lists ARS Refuse for collection. Confirm your address’s pickup day, recycling dates, bulk-item arrangements and holiday changes before setting items out.

Report a service issue: For street, drainage or other village service concerns, contact the village office shown below. Give the nearest address and a short description so staff can direct your request.

211 N Jonesville St, Montpelier, OH 43543

Service information checked October 11, 2026. Confirm collection changes and application requirements directly.

Police & Fire

Montpelier Police

For an emergency, call 911. Use the local phone number shown below for routine inquiries; where only 911 is listed, contact the municipal office for non-emergency information.

221 Empire St, Montpelier, OH 43543

Phone: 419-485-3121Police Information ↗

Schools & Enrollment

Montpelier Exempted Village Schools

Enroll a student: Use the school enrollment page for the resident or nonresident process. New students enroll through a legal parent or guardian; review FinalForms and the document list, and contact the registrar about an appointment.

1015 E Brown Rd, Montpelier, OH 43543

Library

Montpelier Public Library

Montpelier Public Library provides lending, technology access and community resources. Montpelier Public Library operates separately from Williams County Public Library. Visit its website for program announcements, and contact the library to confirm dates and registration requirements.

216 E Main St, Montpelier, OH 43543

Phone: 419-485-3287Library Website ↗

Parks & Recreation

Montpelier Parks & Recreation

Montpelier Municipal Park includes ball fields, courts, playgrounds, pavilion, pool, splash pad, gardens and recreation amenities.

1110 S Platt St, Montpelier, OH 43543

Dining & Shop Local

Browse local food and shopping options. Choose a section, then search by name or category.

Food & Drink (3)

3 listings

Shopping (3)

3 listings

Confirm hours, menus and availability with each business. Suggest a local business or correction →

Events & Traditions

Montpelier community events

Community life includes parks programming, trails, downtown activities and annual traditions such as Bean Days.

Alerts

Village information and alerts

Countywide alerts include emergency-management and engineer notices. Select Alerts & Notices below to choose the email or text lists you want.

Edgerton

City Services & Utilities

Village of Edgerton

Set up utilities: The Utility Department handles electric, water, sewer and storm sewer accounts. Use the application linked on its page or contact the village office to ask about starting or transferring service.

Trash & recycling: Republic Services collects trash on Fridays from 6 a.m. Recycling is listed for the first and third Friday, with one bulk item on the fourth Friday. Confirm holiday exceptions and the current calendar with the provider.

Report a service issue: For street, leaf or yard-waste concerns, contact the village office and ask for Streets & Parks. Describe the issue and location.

324 N Michigan Ave, Edgerton, OH 43517

Service information checked October 11, 2026. Confirm collection changes and application requirements directly.

Police & Fire

Edgerton emergency services

For an emergency, call 911. Use the local phone number shown below for routine inquiries; where only 911 is listed, contact the municipal office for non-emergency information.

Schools & Enrollment

Edgerton Local Schools

Enroll a student: Complete the district’s new-student pre-registration form. Review its list of birth, residency, immunization and school records, with custody documents if applicable. Contact the school about any missing documents.

111 E River St, Edgerton, OH 43517

Library

Edgerton Public Library

Edgerton Branch provides lending, public access services and programs for children, teens and adults.

319 N Michigan Ave, Edgerton, OH 43517

Parks & Recreation

Miller Park

Miller Park offers sports facilities, playgrounds, trails, fishing, disc golf and rentable gathering spaces.

300 Miller Park Dr, Edgerton, OH 43517

Dining & Shop Local

Explore local food and shopping.

Local listings are being updated. Check back for food and shopping options.

Suggest a local business →

Events & Traditions

Edgerton community events

Local recreation, park activities, community gatherings and village events are centered around Edgerton's community spaces.

Alerts

Village information and alerts

Countywide alerts include emergency-management and engineer notices. Select Alerts & Notices below to choose the email or text lists you want.

Edon

City Services & Utilities

Village of Edon

Set up utilities: Contact the village office to arrange water and sewer service. The village department directory also lists Toledo Edison for electricity and Ohio Gas for gas; confirm providers for your address.

Trash & recycling: ARS Refuse handles trash and recycling. The Residents page provides recycling and holiday schedules; ask ARS or the village to confirm your collection day.

Report a service issue: For water, drainage, street or other village service issues, contact the village office shown below and provide the location and a description.

108 E Indiana St, Edon, OH 43518

Service information checked October 11, 2026. Confirm collection changes and application requirements directly.

Police & Fire

Edon Police • Florence Township Fire

For an emergency, call 911. Use the local phone number shown below for routine inquiries; where only 911 is listed, contact the municipal office for non-emergency information.

Phone: 419-272-3333Emergency Services ↗

Schools & Enrollment

Edon Northwest Local Schools

Enroll a student: Review the district enrollment page and contact the elementary or high-school office about the process. The district lists proof of residency and student records among its enrollment information.

802 W Indiana St, Edon, OH 43518

Library

Edon Public Library

Edon Branch provides lending, programs and community resources.

105 S Michigan St, Edon, OH 43518

Parks & Recreation

Walz Park

Walz Park is a central community recreation area and includes the Edon baseball fields.

192 Parkway St, Edon, OH 43518

Dining & Shop Local

Browse local food and shopping options. Choose a section, then search by name or category.

Food & Drink (2)

2 listings

Shopping (3)

3 listings

Convenience & Essentials
Edon Main Stop

Convenience-store items and everyday supplies.

Address: 11024 State Route 49, Edon, OH 43518

Phone: 419-272-2219

Business page ↗ for Edon Main Stop

Business details checked October 14, 2026.

Farm & Garden
Edon Farmers Co-op

Feed, seed and agricultural supplies; contact the co-op for product availability.

Address: 205 S Michigan St, Edon, OH 43518

Phone: 419-272-2121

Business website ↗ for Edon Farmers Co-op

Business details checked October 23, 2026.

Confirm hours, menus and availability with each business. Suggest a local business or correction →

Events & Traditions

Edon community information

Village news, community activities, local organizations and seasonal events help residents stay connected.

Alerts

Village information and alerts

Countywide alerts include emergency-management and engineer notices. Select Alerts & Notices below to choose the email or text lists you want.

West Unity

City Services & Utilities

Village of West Unity

Set up utilities: Contact the village office about opening or transferring a water and sewer account. Ask which application, identification and move-in documents to provide.

Trash & recycling: Confirm trash service, your pickup day, recycling options and bulk-item arrangements with the village office or your current provider. Ask about holiday changes before setting items out.

Report a service issue: Contact the village administrator for help routing water, sewer, street or maintenance concerns. Provide the nearest address and a description of the issue.

224 W Jackson St, West Unity, OH 43570

Service information checked October 11, 2026. Confirm collection changes and application requirements directly.

Police & Fire

Emergency services

For an emergency, call 911. Use the local phone number shown below for routine inquiries; where only 911 is listed, contact the municipal office for non-emergency information.

Schools & Enrollment

Millcreek-West Unity Local Schools

Enroll a student: Use the district enrollment page and choose Resident Student Enrollment for its FinalForms process. If you live outside the district, ask about open enrollment before completing the resident process.

1401 W Jackson St, West Unity, OH 43570

Library

West Unity Public Library

West Unity Branch provides lending, programs and community services.

109 S High St, West Unity, OH 43570

Parks & Recreation

West Unity Park

West Unity Memorial Park supports family recreation, sports, walking, playground use, splash pad and disc golf.

514 N Liberty St, West Unity, OH 43570

Dining & Shop Local

Explore local food and shopping.

Local listings are being updated. Check back for food and shopping options.

Suggest a local business →

Events & Traditions

West Unity community events

Community organizations, local businesses, school activities and seasonal gatherings provide ways to get involved.

Alerts

Village information and alerts

Countywide alerts include emergency-management and engineer notices. Select Alerts & Notices below to choose the email or text lists you want.

Pioneer

City Services & Utilities

Village of Pioneer

Set up utilities: The village supplies electricity within its corporation limits and bills for electric, water, sewer and garbage. A utility application is available on the village Forms page. Contact the office to ask about starting service and required documents.

Trash & recycling: ARS collects village garbage on Tuesdays. A recycling bin for village residents is at the Street Department building, 411 First Street. Check accepted materials and holiday changes before using the service.

Report a service issue: For street, water or other local service concerns, contact the village office and ask for Public Works & Utilities. Give the issue’s location and details.

409 S State St, Pioneer, OH 43554

Service information checked October 11, 2026. Confirm collection changes and application requirements directly.

Police & Fire

Emergency services

For an emergency, call 911. Use the local phone number shown below for routine inquiries; where only 911 is listed, contact the municipal office for non-emergency information.

Emergency: 911

Schools & Enrollment

North Central Local Schools

Enroll a student: Visit North Central’s Parent Resources page and choose New Student Registration. Ask the district about residency, required documents and transportation for your address.

400 E Baubice St, Pioneer, OH 43554

Library

Pioneer Public Library

Pioneer Branch provides books, media, programs and system-wide library services.

106 E Baubice St, Pioneer, OH 43554

Parks & Recreation

Crommer Park

Crommer Park is a community recreation destination near downtown and hosts casual recreation and community programming.

301 1st St, Pioneer, OH 43554

Dining & Shop Local

Explore local food and shopping.

Local listings are being updated. Check back for food and shopping options.

Suggest a local business →

Events & Traditions

Community and library events

Community and school activities, library programming and local gatherings offer ways for residents to connect.

Alerts

Williams County alerts

Countywide alerts include emergency-management and engineer notices. Select Alerts & Notices below to choose the email or text lists you want.

Stryker

City Services & Utilities

Village of Stryker

Set up utilities: Contact the village office to ask about water and sewer account setup. The village’s Information page lists electric, gas and other providers; confirm service availability for your address.

Trash & recycling: The village lists trash pickup on Friday mornings, recycling every other Friday, and one large item on the third Friday each month. Check the current recycling week and any holiday or special-pickup changes.

Report a service issue: For streets, drainage, water or sewer concerns, contact the village office and ask for Public Works. Provide the location and a short description.

200 N Defiance St, Stryker, OH 43557

Service information checked October 11, 2026. Confirm collection changes and application requirements directly.

Police & Fire

Stryker Police • Springfield Township Fire

For an emergency, call 911. Use the local phone number shown below for routine inquiries; where only 911 is listed, contact the municipal office for non-emergency information.

Schools & Enrollment

Stryker Local Schools

Enroll a student: Use the district’s New Student Enrollment page and contact the elementary or high-school office to confirm your enrollment steps, required documents and transportation.

400 S Defiance St, Stryker, OH 43557

Library

Stryker Public Library

Stryker Branch provides lending, internet access, programs and community services.

304 S Defiance St, Stryker, OH 43557

Parks & Recreation

Springfield Township Park

Springfield Township Park provides sports fields, shelter space, playgrounds, walking areas and community recreation.

206 N Defiance St, Stryker, OH 43557

Dining & Shop Local

Explore local food and shopping.

Local listings are being updated. Check back for food and shopping options.

Suggest a local business →

Events & Traditions

Stryker community events

Village news, school activities, library programs and local happenings provide ways to participate in the community.

Alerts

Village information and alerts

Countywide alerts include emergency-management and engineer notices. Select Alerts & Notices below to choose the email or text lists you want.

New to Williams County?

Your new-resident roadmap

Use this checklist as you settle in. Keep a printed copy for your notes.

Homeowner Help

Take care of home & household

Simple reminders for safety, maintenance, organization and financial preparedness.

Home Safety

Test smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors, locate utility shutoffs, keep a first-aid kit and fire extinguishers accessible, and save emergency contacts.

Maintenance

Track HVAC filters, water softener, refrigerator filter, detector batteries, dryer vent, water heater, gutters and furnace/HVAC service.

Home Budget

Build a repair fund, budget for maintenance, review insurance and deductibles, know property-tax dates, and keep warranties, receipts and improvement records.

Information last reviewed October 2026. Please confirm time-sensitive details directly with the organization.