$230K in state funding to help Safe Haven of Ashland create green space
Rebecca Garcia, Safe Haven program director, spoke with the Ashland County Board of Commissioners on Sept. 17 about the program’s latest initiative to grow its space.
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Sept. 18: Ashland-area high school football roundup
Dover topples Ashland Dover earned a tough win over visiting Ashland 39-21 on Friday night in Ohio Cardinal Conference action. The Arrows fall to 3-2 overall, 0-2 in the OCC.…
Ashland County Fair Board, Democratic Committee settle federal suit
The settlement was announced Friday morning by former Ohio Attorney General Marc Dann, one of the attorneys representing ACDC.
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Preview of the Midway: What to know before the Ashland County Fair
ASHLAND — It’s that time of year where wiener-dog races, funnel cake and Abe Lincoln can all be found in the same place. The Ashland County Fair runs Sept. 20 to 26 at 2042 Claremont Ave., with plenty to see and do throughout the week. Ashland County Fair Board President Martin…
Hillsdale volleyball setting new program standards
JEROMESVILLE — When Matti Willeke was hired to take over the Hillsdale volleyball program before the 2023 season, she never took the time to dig into the school’s history in the sport. Told last week the Falcons would have won their first district title since 1976 had they not fallen…
Ashland County Sheriff’s Office call log from Sept. 15
Stay informed with the latest call log from the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office, detailing 96 calls for service on Sept. 15.
Bendon continues strategic expansion; acquires Hinkler’s North American business
The Ashland-based business announced Wednesday it has acquired Hinkler’s North American business.
Ohio man indicted in 31-year-old cold case murder of mother and baby boy
MARIETTA — A second man has been indicted and arrested in connection with the 1995 murders of a Washington County mother and son who were found inside their burned mobile home in Prairie Township. Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson and Washington County Sheriff Mark Warden announced Wednesday the grand jury…
Ohio Farm Bureau touts fall tours in the region
ASHLAND — The Ashland County Fair is coming up next week which means fall farm tours are looming, too. Many people are unaware that there are actually several counties that conduct tours so we wanted to share a full list of all of the options for you and your family…
Latest downtown Ashland development plans include 1,200 square feet of rooftop seating
The mayor said construction is estimated to begin in October and finish around the first quarter of 2027.
Growth is on the horizon for Ashland development
ASHLAND — New businesses are moving into Ashland County. Companies are expanding. Growth is coming. Local economic leaders pointed to new developments and rising economic statistics Tuesday as they looked at what Ashland needs to keep growing. Ashland Area Economic Development President Matt Miller shared a snapshot of Ashland’s growing…
ODNR launches new website to buy Ohio-grown trees
COLUMBUS – From buckeye to pawpaw to American chestnut, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Forestry is making it easier for Ohioans to purchase locally-grown trees with the Buckeye State Tree Nursery online ordering system. Customers can visit nursery.ohiodnr.gov to browse available tree species and place orders directly online. The…
Lucas ground attack brings home first victory in Northern 10 Conference
COLUMBUS — Four weeks are in the books for Ohio’s high school football season and here’s who earned the spotlight last Friday night: -Lucas’ Brady Anschutz ran for 147 yards on 13 carries with a touchdown while Brady Guegold added 136 yards on 22 carries and a score in the…
Mark those calendars for upcoming Loudonville-Perrysville school events
LOUDONVILLE — The fall calendar is already filling up at Loudonville-Perrysville schools — just four weeks into the school year. Loudonville-Perrysville Supt. Jennifer Allerding highlighted several upcoming events and activities at Monday night’s board of education meeting. The school year began with a welcome from the Hope Squad. A banner displayed…
Ohio School Report Cards show 5-year high in literacy proficiency
COLUMBUS —Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jim Tressel, and Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (DEW) Director Stephen D. Dackin announced Tuesday the release of the 2026 Ohio School Report Cards. The results show Ohio students are making significant gains in literacy, with statewide English language arts proficiency reaching a…
ODNR celebrates fall migration with 3rd annual Headlands Birding Festival
MENTOR — The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) has announced the return of the third annual Headlands Birding Festival, happening Sept. 18 to 20, at Headlands Beach State Park and other nearby natural areas. This vibrant, three-day event celebrates the breathtaking phenomenon of fall migration, when countless bird species travel…
Ashland SWCD election gives landowners a voice in conservation
ASHLAND — Conservation isn’t something that happens only in the woods, on a farm, or along a stream. It happens wherever people live, work, farm and care about the land and water around them. This fall, Ashland County residents have an opportunity to help shape that work by voting in…
Here are Ashland police reports for Sept. 14-15
Read the latest reports on police activity in Ashland, including calls, incidents, arrests and citations issued recently.
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