Crestview’s Gearheart, Mapleton’s Hopstetter earn 3rd trips to state
For the third straight season, Crestview’s Naomi Gearheart and Mapleton’s Skylar Hopstetter are headed to the state tournament.
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Ohio Beef Council announces Ashland & Richland County winners in 2nd Stockmanship Contest
MARYSVILLE – Youth from across the state put their prepared speaking skills to the test during the Ohio Beef Youth Council (OBYC) Prepared Speech Contest held Saturday, Feb. 21, at…
Ashland County court sentences 11 felons in February
ASHLAND — There were 11 people sentenced in February for felony convictions in Ashland County. Ashland County Common Pleas Judge Dave Stimpert ordered the following sentences, unless otherwise noted. The following…
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.
Ashland County Sheriff’s Office call log from March 4
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 police reports for March 4-5
ASHLAND — The Ashland Division of Police issued the following reports after officers’ activity from March 4-5. These reports include incidents by date, arrests, citations issued and calls by day organized in chronological order. Police fielded 83 calls. That included eight incidents, two arrests and two citations. March 4-5 Incidents Arrests…
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 of 2024. During 2023 and 2024, the board failed to timely remit credit card payments by the necessary deadlines to…
Crestview can’t sustain strong start in district semifinal loss to Seneca East
WILLARD — The first half belonged to Crestview. Seneca East owned the second — and the game. The fourth-seeded Cougars roared to a double-figure lead, but couldn’t fend off the No. 2 Tigers in a 65-48 loss in the Division VI district semifinals at Willard’s Robert L. Haas Gymnasium. Third-quarter…
Arrows can’t hold down Titans in district semifinal defeat
TOLEDO – Ashland boys basketball coach Jason Hess knew it was going to be a tall task Wednesday. Facing Division II state title contender St. John’s Jesuit in a district semifinal at Toledo Central Catholic, his concerns held true. The Titans surged to a 25-7 lead after one quarter and…
$2.4 million contract approved for Ashland Public Transit facility project
The future 14,500 square-foot facility will be constructed on city-owned property on the corner of Third and Union streets.
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…
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