Yoder’s Red Barn Ice Cream nearly doubles size just in time for summer
Yoder’s Red Barn Ice Cream has nearly doubled its footprint along Parkside Drive in Ashland, just in time to serve customers this summer.
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Two St. Edward School teams place top three in Ohio Stock Market Challenge
A pair of middle school teams from St. Edward ranked among the state’s best by the end of a 10-week stock market competition.
Fresno to frontier: Woman’s faith journey crosses north central Ohio
Sea G. Rhydr’s cross-country journey seeks to find common ground through a series of interviews titled Who’s My Neighbor?
Spring flooding provides perfect scenarios for Black Fork rescue training
When Central Ohio’s rivers proved too tame for swiftwater rescue training, Black Fork of the Mohican rose to the occasion.
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Ashland-area graduates put together big fall sports seasons at next level
See how former Ashland County high school athletes competed at the college level during the 2025 fall sports seasons.
100-cruiser caravan honoring slain Morrow County deputy rolls through Sunbury
COLUMBUS — Nearly 100 cruisers from multiple law enforcement agencies took part in the annual Memorial Cruiser Caravan on Wednesday night. Family members of fallen officers also participated in the caravan that started in New Albany and went through Johnstown, Sunbury, Galena, Genoa, and Westerville, before ending in Columbus. Those members…
What happens when the Columbus Zoo evacuates? Officials explain after recent threats
Columbus Zoo boosts security after recent threats; guests impacted by closures can request refunds or exchanges online now.
Meter replacements may save on energy costs for Ashland customers
OhioEdison is currently working to update its meters by installing modernized smart meters throughout its Ohio service areas.
Ohio History Connection breaks ground on $25.9M Poindexter Village African American Museum in Columbus
COLUMBUS – The Ohio History Connection broke ground on May 6 for its newest historic site: the Poindexter Village African American Museum, 290 N. Champion Ave. on Columbus’ Near East Side. The innovative new museum is expected to open in early 2028. “The Poindexter Village African American Museum will connect…
Poindexter wins Democratic primary for Ohio’s 7th Congressional District
Poindexter secured 37.02 percent of Democratic votes from residents in District 7 — defeating seven additional challengers.
Here are Ashland police reports for May 5-6
Stay informed with the Ashland police reports detailing calls, incidents and citations from Tuesday and Wednesday.
Ashland County Sheriff’s Office call log from May 5
Explore the latest call log from the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office, detailing 91 calls for service from May 5.
Hillsdale FFA tours Certified Angus Beef Brand Facility in Wooster
JEROMESVILLE — Twelve members of Hilldsale’s FFA club traveled to Wooster on April 30 to tour the Certified Angus Beef (CAB) Brand Facility. The group began its visit with Mandy Atterholt, who taught them about the brand’s operations. The group then toured the meat lab to examine a beef carcass…
How did tax-renewal issues, local liquor options fare in Ashland County primary?
The fates of six tax-renewal issues and two local liquor options on the local May primary ballot have been determined. See the final, unofficial results.
Carpenter claims GOP primary race for Ashland County Commissioner
Brandon Carpenter claimed victory in the Republican primary for Ashland County commissioner, receiving 1,722 votes.
George secures GOP nomination in 5th District Court of Appeals
Matthew George, 45, has secured the Republican nomination for Ohio’s 5th District Court of Appeals, emerging from a three-candidate primary race Tuesday night. George defeated fellow Republicans Matt Donahue and Jeff Furr. According to final unofficial results from the Secretary of State website, George had 46.35 percent in the District.…
Here are Loudonville police reports for April 26 to May 2
Stay updated with the latest Loudonville police reports including calls and traffic stops from April 26 to May 2.
Here are Ashland police reports for May 4-5
Read the latest police reports from Ashland including incidents, citations and officer activity from Monday to Tuesday.
Mapleton Elementary is a 2026 Purple Star School
Mapleton Elementary recently became one of 153 schools across Ohio to earn the Purple Star designation for the first time.
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