Rare badger sighting captured in photograph at Willard Marsh Wildlife Area
WILLARD — A badger spotted earlier this month in the Willard Marsh Wildlife Area marks the second time such a creature has been discovered in north central Ohio in just…
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Open Source: Cybersecurity incident leads to University Hospitals system disconnection
According to Ansley Kelm, public and media relations manager at UH, University Hospitals experienced the cybersecurity incident last week.
Loudonville Public Library seeks renewal of 0.8-mill operating levy
LOUDONVILLE — The Loudonville Public Library is asking voters to renew a 0.8-mill operating levy for five years on the Nov. 3 ballot. The renewal would keep the existing tax…
Iron Wing Parts celebrates Ashland grand opening along Faultless Drive
Renovations were made inside the warehouse to accommodate a parts counter and offices for the staff and employees.
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AU marching band to present ‘Sounds of the Stadium’ concert on Nov. 1
ASHLAND — Ashland University’s Eagle Marching Band will present its season-ending “Sounds of the Stadium” concert on Sunday, Nov. 1. The event will take place inside The Ashland Theatre (212 Center St., Ashland) at 6 p.m.
METRICH reports multi-county results from drug take back event
The METRICH Enforcement Unit along with the Mansfield Division of Police, Lexington Police Department, Community Action for Capable Youth (CACY), Richland County Solid Waste Authority, Richland Public Health, and the Richland County Mental Health & Recovery Services Board, participated in the Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) National Prescription Take Back Initiative.…
Ohio among 20 states suing Dollar General alleging deceptive pricing
COLUMBUS — Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson and 19 other state attorneys general have joined the Federal Trade Commission in its lawsuit against Dollar General, alleging that the retailer has knowingly persisted in overcharging customers and willfully failed to fix its deceptive pricing. “The prices on store shelves are what…
Ashland FFA returns from national convention with significant accomplishments
ASHLAND — Members of Ashland FFA have returned home after an exciting and successful trip to the 99th National FFA Convention in Indianapolis. The trip was filled with educational experiences, exciting adventures, and outstanding accomplishments that made the experience one to remember.
Loudonville police reports for Oct. 18-24
LOUDONVILLE — The Loudonville Police Department issued the following reports after officers’ activity from Oct. 18-24. Police responded to 23 calls and issued three citations. No arrests were made.
Ashland Arrows, Hillsdale Falcons bound for high school football playoffs
Ashland earned the 12th and final playoff spot in Region 7 of Division II when the Ohio High School Athletic Association released its final computer ratings and first-round pairings Sunday.
Hillsdale’s Gardner is Ashland Elks October Teen of the Month
JEROMESVILLE — Jacob Gardner has been named the Ashland Elks Teen of the Month for October. He is the son of Josh and Katie Gardner and is a senior at Hillsdale High School.
Martinichin vying as write-in to represent Ohio’s 7th Congressional District
District 7 includes Ashland and Medina counties, along with portions of Wayne and Cuyahoga counties.
Crestline girls, Crestview boys win team titles at Galion district meet
GALION — The sky is the limit for Crestline, at least as far as coach Trevor Shade is concerned. The Bulldogs placed five runners in the top 10 and coasted to the team title in the girls Division IV race at Saturday’s Galion district cross country meet at Amman Reservoir…
AU racks up second straight rout by thumping Kentucky Wesleyan
ASHLAND — One week after topping Thomas More on the road by a 48-10 count, the Ashland University football team earned yet another rout of a Kentucky-based Great Midwest Athletic Conference team – 56-0 vs. Kentucky Wesleyan on Saturday (Oct. 24) afternoon at Jack Miller Stadium/Martinelli Field. The Eagles improve…
Ashland County Historical Society to host final speaker series of 2026
ASHLAND — The Ashland County Historical Society (ACHS) welcomes its final speaker Thursday, Nov. 12 at 6:30 p.m. in its 2026 Speaker Series. This free event hosted at the Freer Children’s Home (1260 Center St, Ashland) will begin at 6:30 and features Ohio archaeologist Sarah Hinkelman who will guide participants…
Poindexter seeks to represent Ashland County in Ohio’s 7th Congressional District
Voters in Ashland County will choose between four candidates seeking to represent them in Ohio’s 7th Congressional District.
Arrows explode on Senior Night, deck Lex to land playoff spot
ASHLAND – The Arrows were running out of time to turn in their best game of the year. With a playoff berth on the line Friday inside Community Stadium against rival Lexington, Ashland delivered without a single regular-season game to spare.
Hillsdale hammers Chippewa to clinch share of WCAL crown
DOYLESTOWN — Hillsdale finally captured its elusive white whale. Kael Lewis threw for 139 yards and three touchdowns as the Falcons won a share of the Wayne County Athletic League title with a 41-0 win over Chippewa on Friday night.
Oct. 23: Ashland-area high school football roundup
Ashland routs Lexington Ashland left no doubt on Friday, controlling Lexington from start to finish for a 49-7 victory in an Ohio high school football matchup on Oct. 23. The first quarter gave Ashland a 14-0 lead over Lexington.
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