From chopping firewood to driving a new Chevy: Ashland man wins United Way raffle
MANSFIELD — A single raffle ticket turned a quiet morning of chopping firewood into a celebration for Ashland resident Lincoln Dotson. The United Way of Richland County and Graham Chevrolet…
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State Rep. Miller unveils new Ohio tourism pass program
State Rep. Melanie Miller (R-Ashland) on Tuesday unveiled a new statewide program aimed at promoting tourism opportunities across Ohio.
Mansfield Playhouse seeks community push to secure $1 million gift
The Mansfield Playhouse has reached a pivotal moment in its $7.5 million capital campaign to build a new, fully accessible theater.
State Auditor: Ashland County Board of Health mismanaged credit card
ASHLAND — An Ohio Auditor of State regular audit of the Ashland County Board of Health found mismanagement of a board credit card between the beginning of 2023 and end…
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76-year-old woman sentenced to 6 months in Crawford County jail for defrauding elderly investors
BUCYRUS – Barbara E. Armstrong, 76, of Morral, Ohio has been sentenced to six months in jail for her involvement in a securities fraud scheme that she carried out with her late husband, according to the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Securities. Armstrong was sentenced by the Crawford County Court of Common…
Seven finalists announced for Ohio’s Ms. Basketball award
COLUMBUS – The Ohio Prep Sports Media Association has announced the finalists for the 2026 Ohio Ms. Basketball Award. The winner will be announced next Thursday, March 12. Voting is currently underway for the 229 registered OPSMA members and will end at noon on Monday, March 9. The voting process for…
Groundbreaking set for new Ashland County Administration Building
The commissioners invite residents, local officials and members of the media to join them in celebrating this historic day for Ashland County.
CRF Museum to discuss Copus Massacre, memory & preservation
LOUDONVILLE — The Cleo Redd Fisher Museum will host a public program exploring one of the most dramatic and complex episodes in north central Ohio’s early history. Conflict and Memory: Digging into the Copus Massacre will take place Monday, March 16, at 7 p.m. in the museum’s lecture hall. The…
7 Brew to expand Ashland’s caffeine scene with new location
ASHLAND — Business expansion was already brewing at the corner of U.S. Route 250 and County Road 1575 with construction of Culver’s underway, but a new restaurant chain will sweeten the deal. 7 Brew plans to open its first Ashland location in the same lot as Culver’s, across from the…
Spherion’s Beth DeLaney chosen 2026 Franchisee Excellence Award Winner by Franchise Business Review
MANSFIELD – Beth DeLaney, local franchise owner of Spherion Staffing & Recruiting Mid Ohio, has been named a 2026 Franchisee Excellence Award winner by Franchise Business Review (FBR), a national research firm that recognizes top-performing franchise owners. She is one of only 50 selected from hundreds of nominees representing brands…
March 2 recognized as Jason Van Sickle day in Loudonville
LOUDONVILLE — Loudonville honored former Mayor Jason Van Sickle with his own day on Monday via a proclamation from Village Council. Newly installed Mayor Cathy Lance, who was sworn in at the same meeting, announced the proclamation and that March 2 was recognized as Jason A. Van Sickle Day. “Whereas…
Ashland County Sheriff’s Office call log from March 3
ASHLAND — The Ashland County Sheriff’s Office fielded calls for service from July 30 and 31. Calls for service, listed below, are reported daily and will be published by Ashland Source the following day, or whenever available. July 30 CFS__Yesterday__for_Media_2025-07-31_05.30.16Download
Ashland lawmakers approve purchase of former Arthur Street school building
Ashland City Council unanimously approved the purchase of the former Arthur Street school property during its meeting Tuesday night.
Ashland University’s Juried Student Art + Design Exhibition opens March 5
ASHLAND — Ashland University’s annual Juried Student Art + Design Exhibition will open Thursday, March 5, with a reception from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., at the Coburn Gallery inside the Center for the Arts (331 College Ave.). Gallery admission is free and open to the public. The exhibition, which runs…
Heartland Technical Education Center announces Honor Roll, Perfect Attendance students
ASHLAND — The following Heartland Technical Education Center students achieved honor roll status with all A’s for the second nine-week grading period of the 2025-2026 school year. All A’s Ashland High School Behrendsen, Jersey 11 COS1Diaz, Gracelyn 11 COS1Frazee, Avery 11 CJ1Hendren, Helen (Ellie) 11 GRA1McFrederick, Emma 11 AVS1Peterson, Lilliana…
Ashland plans for America’s 250th birthday celebration
Heading up Ashland’s “America’s 250th Birthday Celebration Committee” are co-chairs Mayor Matt Miller and former Ashland County Historical Society Executive Director Jennifer Marquette.
Cathy Lance sworn in as Loudonville mayor, council seat left open
LOUDONVILLE — President Pro Tempore of Loudonville Village Council Cathy Lance took the oath of office Monday evening, leaving her council seat up for grabs. Former mayor Jason Van Sickle resigned last month, effective March 1. He served as mayor since 2021. He said he had been mulling resignation for…
Pond owners invited to Pond Playbook Conservation Chat April 11 at Tom Kruse Park
ASHLAND — If your pond fishing last summer left you wanting more, the Ashland Soil and Water Conservation District has just the event for you. Ashland SWCD will be hosting a Pond Playbook Conservation Chat on April 11 at 9 a.m. at Tom Kruse Park. The morning program will feature…
Ashland County Sheriff’s Office call log from March 2
ASHLAND — The Ashland County Sheriff’s Office fielded calls for service from July 30 and 31. Calls for service, listed below, are reported daily and will be published by Ashland Source the following day, or whenever available. July 30 CFS__Yesterday__for_Media_2025-07-31_05.30.16Download
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