‘Don’t let the record fool you’: Hillsdale’s state semifinal opponent battle tested
No team playing in this week’s state tournament has as many losses as Hillsdale’s opponent. But Kalida’s 16-11 record is deceiving.
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Irv Oslin storyboards a new chapter in his journalism career
I see this gig as an opportunity to combine journalism, photography and humor to create something fresh and new.
Census data highlights Ashland County employment, housing & aging trends
The U.S. Census Bureau in January released its five-year American Community Survey data, ranging from 2019 to 2024.
Loudonville council appoints new council member, fills vacancy
LOUDONVILLE — A new Loudonville Village Council member was selected at Monday night’s meeting to fill a vacancy left by Cathy Lance, who was appointed to serve as interim mayor.…
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Supt. Steve Paramore highlights Ashland City Schools wins, looks to future
ASHLAND — Superintendent Steve Paramore looked back at the accomplishments in Ashland City Schools during the 2025-2026 school year in his state-of-the-schools address on Monday afternoon. “Today is about celebration, reflection and vision,” Paramore said in his opening remarks. The address was broadcasted online to the district’s YouTube channel, marking…
Troopers focus on removing impaired drivers from the road during St. Patrick’s Day enforcement
COLUMBUS – The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) is reminding drivers that luck is not a strategy when it comes to being safe behind the wheel ahead of St. Patrick’s Day. Troopers will be highly visible on roadways across the state in an effort to remove impaired drivers as part…
Mapleton’s Will Sas is Ashland Elks March Teen of the Month
NANKIN — Will Sas has been named the Ashland Elks Teen of the Month for March. He is the son of Kristi and Tom Sas and is a senior at Mapleton High School. Will’s academic accolades include being on the Distinguished Honor Roll and member of the National Honor Society.…
Letter to the Editor: Caution should be the guiding force in AI policy
Dear Editor, As an Ashland University student and former public-school graduate, I am concerned about Ashland City Schools implementing an AI policy for younger students. While I understand the district’s desire to prepare local students for the future, introducing AI too early could potentially weaken foundational skills that students need…
3 Ashland County fire departments receive combined $22K in state grants
Three Ashland County fire departments were recently awarded nearly $22,000 combined through state grants to each department.
Mapleton Elementary School is a Science of Reading champion
Mapleton Elementary was one of 109 Ohio schools that earned the Governor’s Science of Reading Champions Award for 2026.
Ashland County Sheriff’s Office call log from March 12-16
The Ashland County Sheriff’s Office fielded 99 calls for service on March 11.
Ashland police reports for March 12-16
ASHLAND — The Ashland Division of Police issued the following reports after officers’ activity from March 12-16. These reports include incidents by date, arrests, citations issued and calls by day organized in chronological order. Police fielded 468 calls. That included 20 incidents, nine arrests and six citations. March 12-13 Incidents Arrests…
Late scoring sends Crestview’s Gearheart to state gold
Naomi Gearheart came away with a 12-11 victory Sunday, giving the Ashland area its first-ever girls wrestling state champion.
State runner-up Miller puts name among Ashland’s best
Miller led Ashland’s five-man contingent over the three-day tournament, becoming the fifth Arrow to compete in a state championship match.
Hillsdale to take on Kalida on Friday in boys’ basketball Final 4 in Dayton
The Ohio High School Athletic Association on Sunday afternoon announced the boys’ state tournament Final 4 in seven divisions.
Ashland’s Bauer, Martin seize Sunday with 3-0 mark
Their wins helped the Arrows lock in the best Division I team finish (at least 10th) in program history with the championship bouts still to take place.
Source Media releases 2025 impact report highlighting growth, trust and community impact
MANSFIELD — Source Media Properties released its 2025 impact report this week, offering a look at how independent local journalism continues to shape civic life across Richland, Ashland and Knox counties. The report, titled “Community Trust at Work,” highlights the newsroom’s growth, investigative reporting, community engagement and the role readers…
DeWine orders flags lowered for 3 Ohio Air National Guard members killed in Operation Epic Fury
COLUMBUS — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine issued the following statement on Saturday night after the deaths Capt. Seth Koval, Capt. Curtis Angst, and Tech. Sgt. Tyler Simmons, who were killed this week during Operation Epic Fury. “Fran and I join the rest of our state and nation in mourning the…
Going For Gold: Crestview’s Gearheart, Ashland’s Miller advance to state finals
COLUMBUS — Crestview coach Steve Haverdill had only two words for Naomi Gearheart after her dominant 15-1 win in Saturday’s 145-pound state semifinal match. “One more,” Haverdill said matter-of-factly. The business-like Gearheart nodded in agreement. The Cougars’ junior will wrestle for the state championship Sunday evening inside Ohio State’s Schottenstein…
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