Ashland kicks off Janet L. Archer Summer Fellowship program
ASHLAND – Six young men and women who are part of the inaugural year of the Janet L. Archer Summer Fellowship Program got right to work earlier this month following…
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2026 Miss Ohio prelims wrap up; winner to be crowned Saturday
Miss Ohio week continues Friday evening at Archer Auditorium, 1440 King Road in Ashland, with the Miss Ohio Teen competition.
Ashland lawmakers OK $3 million purchase of 120 acres for future housing
The future of three parcels of undeveloped farmland in Montgomery Township may include hundreds of new Ashland homes.
New information, photos released in probe of planned White House attack by Danville man
EDITOR’S NOTE: An earlier version of this story stated that Tycen Proper was enrolled at Mount Vernon Nazarene University (College on the report). The Knox County Sheriff’s Office stated that…
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Montgomery Twp. trustees approve 2-year data center moratorium
The resolution was drafted by Trustee John Keim along with assistance from Michael Donatini, first assistant prosecuting attorney for the Ashland County Prosecutor’s Office.
Miss Ohio veterans earn wins on 1st night of preliminary competition
While the Renaissance Theatre, the competition’s typical location, undergoes renovations, family, friends and fans of Miss Ohio and its 2026 contestants flocked to Archer Auditorium at Ashland High School.
To be or not to be: AU grads perform in ‘Hamlet’ in Mansfield this weekend
It didn’t take long for the sheer magnitude of playing the lead role in “Hamlet” to sink in for Josh Carpenter.
Metzger appointed Ashland University provost
ASHLAND — President Jon Parrish Peede has appointed Mitchell Metzger, a longtime Ashland University faculty leader, to the position of provost. Metzger, professor of psychology, will begin his new duties on July 1. “For more than 20 years, Dr. Metzger has invested in this university community through teaching, mentorship and…
Knox County man charged in planned attack at White House event waives detention hearing
The 19-year-old Knox County man charged with federal crimes for an alleged planned attack on a White House lawn event waived his right to a detention hearing.
Double the fireworks to mark Ashland’s July 4th celebration
Fireworks will be shot off for the third year from Freer Field at dusk July 4.
Ashland County Sheriff’s Office call log from June 16
Get the latest on sheriff calls for service in Ashland. Discover what transpired on June 16 with 78 reported incidents.
Here are Ashland police reports for June 16-17
Explore the Ashland police reports for June 16-17, showcasing all incidents, calls and police activity during this period.
Ohio AG counters DeWine’s call to end capital punishment in the state
COLUMBUS — Attorney General Andy Wilson issued the following statement regarding capital punishment in Ohio: “I understand that the Governor issued a statement indicating his opposition to the death penalty. The governor is a religious man who cares deeply about the sanctity of life. His opinion reflects his lifetime of…
Attorney General announces settlement in OhioHealth antitrust case
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Attorney General’s Office and U.S. Department of Justice have reached a proposed settlement with OhioHealth to stop the healthcare system from enforcing contract terms that limit how insurers can help patients find lower-cost care. “Healthcare works best when patients have clear choices and honest information,” said…
Downtown Ashland mural nears completion at corner of Union and Third streets
Troy Freeman, owner and lead artist of FreeSky Studios, may have his latest mural complete at the corner of Union and Third streets before the weekend arrives.
Nature and nostalgia: Mill Spring Farm extends welcome to Ashland
Generations of love have grown at Mill Spring Farm.
OhioHealth reaches agreement with DOJ and Ohio AG
COLUMBUS – OhioHealth has reached an agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice and the Ohio Attorney General to end litigation over language in certain managed care contracts. OhioHealth does not admit any wrongdoing in the agreement, and maintains their contracting practices were and are lawful and appropriate. OhioHealth will…
Arrest of 19-year-old Danville man may have helped foil planned attack on UFC Freedom 250
The arrest of a 19-year-old Danville man may have helped foil a multi-state plan to attack the UFC Freedom 250 event.
Nordstroms break through to earn June’s Yard of the Month honor in Ashland
ASHLAND — A top “Yard of the Month” contender from last year became this year’s frontrunner for June “Yard of the Month” recognition by the Art of Gardening Club. Jim and Connie Nordstrom, of 1625 Center Lane Dr., Ashland, were awarded $50 gift certificates, $25 each from the Art of…
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