Loudonville’s Shultz runs into the KMAC record book
LOUDONVILLE — Hank Williams Jr sang, “Family Tradition,” and while the Shultz family from Loudonville is not the topic of the country song, it fits. Sophie Shultz, a Loudonville High…
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Ashland County grand jury issues 23 indictments in May
Ashland County Prosecuting Attorney Chris Tunnell recently released 14 felony indictments issued by the most recent Ashland County grand jury.
78-year-old killed in Wayne County golf cart-pickup truck crash
SUGAR CREEK TOWNSHIP — A 78-year-old woman was killed and an 80-year-old man was seriously injured after a two-vehicle crash in Wayne County, according to the Wooster Post of the…
Not a new tax: Ashland City Schools to put renewal levy on November ballot
The Ashland City Schools Board of Education on Monday approved sending a 9.9-mill tax levy back to the ballot for renewal in November.
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Ashland County Sheriff’s Office call log from May 18
Discover the recent activities of the sheriff’s office in Ashland County. A total of 103 calls for service were documented on May 18.
Here are Ashland police reports for May 15-18
Explore the latest police reports from Ashland. Discover incidents, arrests and citations from May 15 to 18.
Ohio Eastern Star Home announces retirement of CEO after 14 years
MOUNT VERNON — Ohio Eastern Star Home announces the retirement of CEO Michele Engelbach on July 3 following 14 years of dedicated leadership and service to the organization and the senior living community. During her tenure, Engelbach led the organization through significant growth, innovation, and transformation. Notable accomplishments include the…
AU awarded $325K grant through Choose Ohio First scholarship program
ASHLAND – Ashland University has been awarded $325,577 from the Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE) through the state’s Choose Ohio First scholarship program to support students in high-demand fields. Choose Ohio First is an initiative aimed at strengthening the state’s workforce in the fields of science, technology, engineering and…
COLUMNS: First music festival, first Sonic Temple experience afterthoughts
Experience the chaos, community, and unforgettable moments at Ohio’s Sonic Temple Festival.
No life-threatening injuries in crash involving two semis Monday on I-71
No life-threatening injuries were reported Monday morning during a crash that involved two tractor-trailer rigs on I-71.
Ashland County Sheriff’s Office call logs from May 16-17
Explore the recent calls received by the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office. Discover insights from calls addressed over the weekend.
Ashland High School ‘Lunch Bunch’ organizes ‘Day of Courage’
AHS’s “Lunch Bunch” program organized a “Day of Courage” on May 14 to recognize and support people who are dealing with cancer.
98 percent of Ohio’s missing children were recovered safely in 2025
COLUMBUS — Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost today issued the 2025 Ohio Missing Children Clearinghouse Report in recognition of National Missing Children’s Day, which occurs annually on May 25. “My heart weighs heavy with every child who goes missing,” Yost said. “I am grateful to Ohio law enforcement for their…
America 250 gives north central Ohio communities a chance to celebrate close to home
NORTH CENTRAL OHIO — North central Ohioans looking for history, celebration and community connection during the nation’s 250th anniversary won’t have to travel far to find it. Todd Kleismit, executive director of the America 250-Ohio Commission, said the state’s year-long celebration highlights nationally significant sites, local stories and community pride…
Crestview High School graduates 79 seniors in Class of 2026
Crestview High School’s 79-member Class of 2026 turned its tassels Sunday afternoon in front of friends, family and district staff members.
Mansfield native Moore wins first race at revived Mansfield Speedway
Mansfield native Kyle Moore was victorious in Friday’s Comeback Classic at the revived Mansfield Speedway.
A Stroll Through the Garden: Is purslane weed food or decorative accent?
Over the years, I’ve shared countless springs and summers with purslane, the so-called weed. Maybe you’ve spotted it too — one of my clients had so many purslane plants, their garden looked like a living green carpet. I even received an email from a reader, complete with a picture of…
Salvation Army Ashland highlights 140 years of service, looks to future
The Salvation Army has served Ashland County since 1886 and continues to provide essential social services, youth programs and community support.
Ashland County Sheriff’s Office call logs from May 14-15
Find out about the recent calls for service in your county. Ashland County reported 181 calls from May 14-15.
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