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.
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Commentary: Valentine’s 200th win merely scratches the surface of his coaching impact
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State Rep. Miller reaffirms support for Freedom to Carry Act, urges House to advance legislation
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Section of State Route 511 to close in Ashland County
ASHLAND — State Route 511 between U.S. 224 and Township Road 150 will close Monday, Oct. 26 for railroad crossing repairs, according to a press release issued Wednesday by the Ohio Department of Transportation. This closure is by CSX Transportation as they perform maintenance work to refurbish the railroad crossing…
Sun shines on Lincoln Park as Ashland officials, community celebrate opening
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Ashland looks to extend postseason streak, while Hillsdale chases league title & playoff home date
ASHLAND — Don’t count the Arrows out just yet. Ashland (5-4) was ranked 12th in Region 7 of Division II when the Ohio High School Athletic Association released its penultimate computer ratings Tuesday afternoon. The top 12 teams in each region qualify for the playoffs. The top four teams receive…
Fuel for vehicles & appetites: Mickey’s coming to Ashland near U.S. 250
Ashland lawmakers unanimously approved a purchase agreement between the Ashland Community Improvement Corporation and DC Acquisition (Mickey’s) for the 14.13-acre site at a purchase price of $300,000.
United Way of Ashland County celebrates 32 years of community service through Kay Conrad Day of Caring
ASHLAND – United Way of Ashland County is preparing to celebrate the 32nd annual Kay Conrad Day of Caring on Thursday, Oct. 22, continuing a beloved tradition of neighbors helping neighbors throughout Ashland County. What began more than three decades ago as a day dedicated to cleanup and repair projects…
AU presents ‘The Complete History of America (abridged)’ Nov. 5 to 7
ASHLAND — The Ashland University Department of Theatre will present four performances of “The Complete History of America (abridged),” a political comedy recapping 600 years of history in 6,000 seconds, from Thursday, Nov. 5, through Saturday, Nov. 7, at the Studio Theatre in the Center for the Arts. The Thursday…
Arrows’ dramatic win, Hillsdale’s historic victory headline Ohio prep football notebook
ASHLAND — We’re turning to Week 10 of the Ohio high school football season and playoff prognostications are in the air. For instance, Ashland (5-4) kept its postseason hopes alive with a jaw-dropping 27-21 overtime win at Wooster on Friday night. Killian O’Brien caught the game-tying touchdown pass on the…
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Loudonville police reports for Oct. 11-17
LOUDONVILLE — The Loudonville Police Department issued the following reports after officers’ activity from Oct. 11-17. Loudonville police responded to 33 calls, issued six citations and no arrests were made. Police also conducted 47 business checks and six traffic stops with warnings. Loudonville police reports are published weekly.
One night isn’t enough: Ashland’s third annual Trunk or Treat returns
ASHLAND — Halloween fun doesn’t have to end after one night. Perhaps the youngsters deserve more than one chance to show off their costumes. Hence, families traveled to the Sponsler-Donley Ford of Ashland building for the third annual Trunk or Treat. Children collected candy from a circle of vehicles decorated by local businesses on Monday. Spider-Man, princesses, Toy Story characters and K-pop Demon…
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