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Open Source: Ohio State now aims for another national title, but a century ago Kenyon was in its sights
GAMBIER — As Ohio State gears up for a Cotton Bowl date against Miami on New Year’s Eve, one interested reader asked a question about the Buckeyes’ history — specifically against a local outfit. Here’s what we discovered: Around Thanksgiving time over a century ago, the Men of Scarlet and Gray competed for gridiron glory…
OPEN SOURCE: What’s the difference between HSI & ICE?
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was written in response to a reader suggestion. Do you have a tip for our reporters? Click here to submit it. MOUNT VERNON — An Oct. 9 federal law enforcement operation at Panchos Tacos, a Mexican restaurant in Mount Vernon, triggered a flurry of questions from readers throughout north central Ohio.…
Ashland teen’s dedication earns national recognition via American Heritage Girls troop
ASHLAND — Teagen Kime doesn’t just set goals, she achieves and surpasses them. On July 2, Kime earned the Stars and Stripes Award, the highest honor that the American Heritage Girls (AHG) can present to its members. The 17-year-old is also the first in the Troop OH1151 to receive this award. American Heritage Girls is…
Open Source: Ashland’s Rite Aid closed. What now?
ASHLAND — The lone Rite Aid Pharmacy in Ashland has closed, and existing prescriptions were transferred to a pharmacy on Sugarbush Drive. The last day of pharmacy business, according to the chain’s website, was Wednesday. Existing prescriptions were transferred to Unity Pharmacy at 1055 Sugarbush Drive. Store employees said the Rite Aid’s liquidation sale will…
Open Source: How are the dogs at the shelter during this heat wave?
Open Source We published this story in response to a reader question. Do you have a tip or suggestion for our reporters? Click here to submit it. ASHLAND — Dogs at the Ashland County Dog Shelter don’t have air conditioning, but staff there assure the canines are fine — even as the region trudges through a heat…
Ashland Cemetery confounded by costly vandalism; police investigate
ASHLAND — Ashland police are investigating what could be one of the largest cemetery vandalism cases in the city’s history. Suspects toppled 133 headstones, broke windows and wrecked a bronze military memorial at Ashland Cemetery during the early morning hours Wednesday. Though exact numbers haven’t been determined, officials believe the damage could amount to anywhere…
OPEN SOURCE: Ashland boys bowling repeats as national champion
ASHLAND – The Ashland High School boys bowling team just can’t stop adding new chapters to the story of its dynasty. On Saturday – three months after capturing their first state title – the Arrows held off Illinois powerhouse Machesney Park Harlem High School to capture their second consecutive crown at the United States High…
Check out 2025 Guy C. Myers Memorial Bandshell concert series schedule
ASHLAND — The Jonas Brothers once sang, “I just wanna play my music,” and this summer, Ashland’s got plenty of bands playing their music as part of the 76th annual Guy C. Myers Memorial Bandshell concert series. This year’s series kicks off June 15, with a magician’s show beginning at 6 p.m. It will be…
Open Source: Is the Mansfield Social Security Office closing?
MANSFIELD — The Social Security Administration is not closing the Mansfield Trimble Road field office. However, rented space on the fifth floor of the Mansfield Municipal Building at 30 N. Diamond St. is closed.
OPEN SOURCE: Special Ashland City Council meeting called to discuss 120-acre annexation
Open Source We published this story in response to a reader question: “I received a letter from an attorney saying that the City of Ashland wants to annex 120 acres of Montgomery Township. Where is the 120 acres? Why do they want to annex it?” Do you have a tip or suggestion for our reporters?…
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