Ashland University dedicates Schar Plaza following $20 million donation
The event followed a $20 million donation — the largest gift in AU history — from the Schars to help transform the university’s residence halls.
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Mapleton highlights 6 senior cross country runners during Fall Classic
Mapleton cross country coach Joe Ortiz said the group of six will be remembered for their personalities as much as their running.
Eagles drop Homecoming game to Tiffin
ASHLAND — Coming into Saturday (Oct. 3) afternoon’s 102nd Homecoming game, Ashland University’s football team ranked eighth in NCAA Division II in total defense. And the Eagles’ opponent, Tiffin, was ranked…
Lake Erie selected North America’s best fishing hotspot
Lake Erie has been named North America’s best fishing hotspot, according to new research analysing 59 bodies of water across the USA and Canada. The study, analyzed by Hard Rock…
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Oct. 2: Ashland-area high school football roundup
Ashland dominates Mansfield Sr. Ashland unleashed a high-powered offensive show to knock off Mansfield Sr. 30-7 Friday in an Ohio high school football matchup on Oct. 2. Ashland jumped in front of Senior High 14-7 to begin the second quarter. The Arrows fought to a 21-7 intermission margin at the…
Ohio man charged for possessing dangerous biological weapon, ricin
CLEVELAND – A federal grand jury has indicted a 34-year-old man with possessing a deadly biological agent, according to the United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio. Brandon L. Baxter, of East Cleveland, was charged with Prohibitions with Respect to Biological Weapons and Possession of a Biological…
Bayer to invest $2.2 billion for manufacturing site in New Albany
COLUMBUS — Bayer plans to invest $2.2 billion in a new pharmaceutical manufacturing site in New Albany, according to a Friday afternoon press release issued by Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Bayer and JobsOhio. Bayer is expected to create around 600 high-value jobs in the New Albany International Business Park and roughly…
Ashland County law enforcement joins Safe Haven for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
ASHLAND — Domestic violence, strangulation and menacing cases account for about 20 percent of people incarcerated in the Ashland County Jail. Program director at Rape Crisis Domestic Violence Safe Haven Rebecca Garcia said she recently reviewed the jail population and noticed an increase in those cases. The numbers emphasize the…
Here’s your 2026 guide to haunted houses & spooky attractions in north central Ohio
Daylight is getting sparse and the leaves are changing colors — sure signs Halloween is creeping closer. For those looking to trade pumpkin patches and hayrides for dark hallways, haunted trails and a few good scares, there are plenty of places to visit across north central Ohio this fall. Looking…
Mapleton features 2026 Homecoming Court at Oct. 2 football game
NANKIN — Mapleton High School has announced its 2026 Homecoming Court. Homecoming festivities and Senior Night events will kick off at 5:45 p.m. at John E. Camp stadium as the Mounties take on Monroeville in the Homecoming game. The Homecoming Court features the following students: Queen candidates are Lucy Hartley,…
PROJECT Trio – Breaking boundaries through music: Creative Connections Across the Curriculum free arts integration professional development for teachers
MANSFIELD, OHIO – The Mansfield Partners in Education Team, composed of the Renaissance Performing Arts Association, the Mansfield Art Center, and Mansfield City Schools, will host a one-day professional development workshop on arts integration for educators and administrators on Thursday, October 15, 2025, at the Renaissance Theatre. The workshop is…
Driver in custody after discharging firearm during U.S. 30 road rage incident in Ashland County
VERMILLION TOWNSHIP — A road rage incident escalated from gestures to gunfire Thursday morning. One driver was taken into custody shortly after a road rage incident on U.S. 30 led to gunfire in Ashland County, according to a press release from the Ashland Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol.…
Letter to the Editor: October is national Long-Term Care Residents’ Rights Month
October is National Long-Term Care Residents’ Rights Month, an annual event to honor individuals living in long-term care facilities and those receiving care in their home and call attention to their rights. It is an opportunity to focus on the dignity, respect, and quality of life experienced by each individual…
U.S. Marshals detail shooting incident in suspect’s death at Akron residence
AKRON – A 34-year-old man died Thursday in Akron after a shooting incident involving authorities who were trying to arrest him, according to a press release from the U.S. Marshals Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force. Authorities stated that at approximately 8:30 a.m. members of the U.S. Marshals Northern Ohio…
Check out Ashland County’s property transfers from September
See a complete list of Ashland County property transfers from the Ashland County Auditor’s office from Aug. 27 to Sept. 22.
Hillsdale High School announces 2026 Homecoming Court
JEROMESVILLE — Hillsdale High School has announced its 2026 Homecoming Court. The King and Queen will be announced before Friday night’s home football game at 6:15 p.m. Queen Candidates: Jillian Cowger, Jordyn Fickes, Kherington McFadden. King Candidates: Noah Davis, Knox Lewis, Kyle Turk. Junior Attendants: Zachary Chapman and Paylen Wilson.…
State Rep. Melanie Miller supports 90-day gas tax holiday for Ohioans
State Rep. Melanie Miller (R-Ashland) voted Wednesday in support of a legislative effort that will temporarily suspend Ohio’s state gas tax for 90 days.
Ashland City Schools preview new athletic complex plans, highlight students & staff
ASHLAND — Ashland City Schools has plenty to celebrate after Monday’s school board meeting. The district plans to seek bids for a new artificial-turf athletic complex with a $1 million donation from Bob and Jan Archer. The proposed Archer Athletic Complex would cover about 120,000-square-feet of athletic space between the…
Delaware woman indicted in theft from food pantry
DELAWARE — A former co-director of a Delaware food pantry has been indicted for allegedly stealing at least $37,500 from the organization and its donors, including elderly Ohioans, Attorney General Andy Wilson announced on Wednesday afternoon. Kathryn Whiting, 62, of Delaware, faces felony charges of theft from a person in…
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