Ashland County Fair breaks ground on Frank Goschinski Heritage Hall
Frank Goschinski’s legacy will long live on through the walls of a new building expected to open at the Ashland County Fairgrounds in time for the 176th county fair.
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627 dreams take center stage at Ashland County Junior Fair livestock auction
ASHLAND — The auctioneer’s rapid calls bounced around the Ashland County Fairgrounds Coliseum Friday morning. Auctioneer Andy White began the day with a reminder of what stood behind every animal…
Madison seizes big plays, snaps long skid to upset Ashland
ASHLAND – Madison walked into Ashland’s Community Stadium on Friday with bad intentions after 11 consecutive losses to the Arrows. On the strength of three back-breaking plays, the Rams spoiled…
Centerburg wins defensive duel in tight tussle at Loudonville
LOUDONVILLE — In a game dominated by defense, a special teams play set up the lone score in a seat-squirming Knox-Morrow Athletic Conference football clash. Centerburg returned a punt to…
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Willard man sentenced to 24 years in prison for child sexual abuse and firearms offenses
TOLEDO – A 46-year-old man was sentenced to federal prison for sending and receiving child pornography through a social media platform and for committing firearms offenses. Ricardo Gibson, of Willard, was sentenced to 292 months (24.33 years) in prison by U.S. District Judge Jeffrey J. Helmick after pleading guilty in…
The Launch opens its doors in downtown Loudonville
LOUDONVILLE — A new space designed to help local entrepreneurs turn ideas into businesses is about to open its doors in downtown Loudonville. The Mohican Area Growth Foundation will officially introduce The Launch, its new business incubator and coworking space, during the organization’s annual meeting on Oct. 13 from 5 to 7…
18 Ohio Medicaid providers indicted on fraud charges
COLUMBUS — Indictments filed this week by the office of Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson accuse 18 Medicaid providers of stealing more than $355,000 from the government healthcare program for the needy. “No matter the scale, Medicaid fraud is a crime against taxpayers and the Ohioans who rely on the…
Columbus pedestrian killed in I-71 crash in Morrow County
MOUNT GILEAD – A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle and killed Thursday night while standing on I-71 near mile post 147, according to the Mount Gilead Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Brandon Miller, 38, of Columbus, was pronounced deceased at the scene by Morrow County Emergency Services,…
Prairie Peddler returns to Butler over the next 2 weekends
BUTLER — Autumn has always been my favorite time of year. Leaves begin to change, the temperature dip is welcome, football season dominates every weekend, and Prairie Peddler signals the turn toward the holidays, Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas. When I first came to Mansfield, 36 years ago, and looking for…
COLUMN: I drank, gambled and found God at the Little Brown Jug
Experience the Little Brown Jug through tailgates, betting lines and grandstand camaraderie; read how Delaware’s fair tradition builds belonging.
Crestview teen crowned Showman of Showmen at Ashland County Fair
Bria White, a 16-year-old student at Crestview High School, was crowned Showman of Showmen on Thursday evening at the 175th Ashland County Fair.
Scholarship fund set up in honor of Hillsdale graduate Ian Atkinson
The Hillsdale High School graduate was an honor-roll student, athlete and known for being a natural leader.
Here are Ashland police reports for Sept. 23-24
Stay informed with the recent reports from Ashland police, including calls, arrests and citations for Sept. 23-24.
Ashland County Sheriff’s Office call log from Sept. 23
Explore the call log from the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office for Sept. 23, detailing 78 calls for service reported that day.
Ashland County commissioners OK $523K consulting agreement for planned roundabout
A planned $3.2 million roundabout project at the intersection of County Road 1356 (West Main Street) and County Road 1153 (Baney Road) is moving forward.
Giddy up! Rodeo, mutton bustin’ bring Western flair to Ashland County Fair
Wednesday was Ladies Day at the fairgrounds. It also brought a human tractor pull, mutton bustin’ and a rodeo to close out the night.
ODNR invites visitors to celebrate Ohio Heritage Days at Malabar Farm State Park
LUCAS — The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) invites families, history enthusiasts, and park visitors to Malabar Farm State Park for the annual Ohio Heritage Days celebration on Saturday, Sep. 26, and Sunday, Sept. 27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This free event highlights Ohio’s cultural and agricultural…
Animal advocates plan Oct. 13 protest amid Loudonville dog breeding investigation
Passion & Purpose for Ohio’s Voiceless — a grassroots animal advocacy organization — has planned an organized protest outside the municipal court, 1209 E. Main St., at 12:30 p.m. on Oct. 13.
2026 Ashland County Fair: Here are Tuesday’s Junior Fair results
Junior Fair results from Tuesday have been submitted by Donna Spoerr, Junior Fair secretary.
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