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Salvation Army Ashland highlights 140 years of service, looks to future
The Salvation Army has served Ashland County since 1886 and continues to provide essential social services, youth programs and community support.
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Heartland Technical Education Center says farewell to Class of 2026
Heartland Technical Education Center said farewell to nearly 200 high school seniors Friday morning on the campus of Ashland University.
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17 people sentenced in Ashland County Common Pleas Court in April
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Show stoppers: Top 10 performances from Sonic Temple Day One
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National Honors Society coordinates Mapleton Cares Day
NANKIN – The Mapleton chapter of the National Honor Society spearheaded a school-wide day of caring to participate in community service projects throughout the Mapleton School District and Ashland County. Mapleton Cares Day took place on Tuesday when Mapleton High School students went out to 18 community locations for volunteer…
Ashland University MFA faculty member wins statewide award
Thomas Maltman recently added to his impressive resume by winning a 2026 Minnesota Book Award, Ashland University announced.
Independent horror film shot locally to screen Friday at The Ashland Theatre
A free premiere screening of “Blood & Rust” is set for 7 p.m. on Friday at The Ashland Theatre, 216 Center St.
Mapleton school board seeks to rehire retiring Superintendent Scott Smith
New London Superintendent Bradley Romano will step in as Mapleton’s interim superintendent from Aug. 1 to Sept. 30.
Ashland County Sheriff’s Office call log from May 13
Learn about the 97 calls made to the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office on May 13. Get the latest service details here.
Here are Ashland police reports for May 13-14
Read the latest reports from the Ashland Division of Police detailing incidents, calls and activities from May 13-14.
Here’s your farmers market guide for north central Ohio 2026
Farmers market season has officially begun, with weekly pop-ups springing up like dandelions across north central Ohio. If you’re ready to cut out the middleman and get your own juicy fruits and crunchy vegetables, vibrant bouquets, baked goods, crafts and local honey straight from the source, keep reading. Farmers markets…
State patrol announces locations, times for OVI checkpoints tonight in Richland, Ashland counties
The OSHP has announced locations and times for OVI checkpoints in 14 counties Thursday evening, including Richland and Ashland.
Local students explore career pathways at AU’s Niss Athletic Center
The event was organized by Junior Achievement of North Central Ohio in partnership with the North Central Workforce Alliance.
Here are Loudonville police reports for May 3-9
Keep up with Loudonville police updates. Weekly reports reveal details on calls, traffic stops, warnings and business checks.
Ashland County Sheriff’s Office call log from May 12
Find out what happened in Ashland County on May 12. The sheriff’s office fielded 97 calls for service Tuesday.
Here are Ashland police reports for May 12-13
See the latest Ashland police reports, including the number of calls, incidents, citations and arrests from May 12-13.
Ashland man publishes psychological thriller two decades in the making
Brandon Adkins recently published a psychological thriller that was 20 years in the making — a project he began at age 10.
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