MANSFIELD – As the Ashland County case against Shawn Grate is drawing to a close, Richland County Prosecutor Gary Bishop is preparing to begin the county’s own case against the convicted murderer and suspected serial killer. “We had an agreement with Ashland County that we would not proceed with our case until they were finished […]
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Nominations sought for Ashland County “Young Woman to Watch”
ASHLAND – Two years ago, when Ashland High School student KayLee Swanger landed an opportunity to play cello at Carnegie Hall, Ashland County’s Women of Achievement group offered Swanger a monetary gift to help cover her travel expenses. It was a gesture that would have made the group’s founder, Kay Conrad, proud. “Kay was a […]
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4 sworn into the Mansfield Fire Department
MANSFIELD — The Mansfield Fire Department has gained four firefighters, bringing its brigade to 93 members. A ceremony was held Monday for the swearing in of firefighters Adam Compton, Joshua Krueger, Devin Ramey and Austin Yeater. “We’re real excited about having these guys on board, and I think it’s going to make a big difference […]
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Ashland boy gains skills to process grief through Hospice of North Central Ohio’s counseling, summer camp
ASHLAND — A few years ago, Atticus Zickefoose’s grandfather passed unexpectedly. Atticus was only 9 years old, but he began experiencing panic attacks and anxiety following his grandfather’s death. His mother, Rebecca Zickefoose, didn’t know what to do. In dealing with the sudden death of her father-in-law and her 9-year-old believing he too was having […]
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Camp Hope Engages Campers through a Variety Activities
Arts and crafts are not only enjoyable, they are a tool to help children process grief. A camper creates a project to honor the memory of a loved one. Canoeing keeps campers entertained and active. Counselors build a rapport with campers throughout the week at Camp Hope. Bereavement Coordinator Kailey Bradley-Thomas enjoys an activity with […]
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Russell Glen Norton
Russell Glen Norton, known by many as “Duke” passed away early Sunday morning, May 20, 2018 with his family at his side. Duke was born May 16, 1952 in Somerset, Kentucky, to Cossie and Grace (Russell) Norton. A U.S. Navy Veteran of the Vietnam War, where he served primarily on the U.S.S. Midway. Duke spent […]
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Area Agency on Aging Announces council members for Crawford County
BUCYRUS – The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging has announced the 2018 appointed members of the Advisory Council; Bruce Angell appointed by the City of Galion, Mayor’s office, Dr. Donald Wenner appointed by the Crawford County Council on Aging, Floyd Reinhart appointed by Crawford County Commissioner’s office, Norma Hill appointed by the City […]
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Area Agency on Aging announces advisory council for Ashland County
ASHLAND – The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging has announced the 2018 appointed members of the Advisory Council; Alvin Smith appointed by Ashland County Council on Aging, Becky Plank appointed by the City of Ashland, Mayor’s office and Emma Edwards appointed by the Ashland County Commissioner’s office. The Advisory Council of the Area […]
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MFD swears in 4 firefighters
IMG_7189.JPG IMG_7192.JPG IMG_7194.JPG Austin Yeater watches as his father, Bryan Yeater, right, attaches his badge to his shirt. Capt. Dave Compton, right, shares a father-son moment with Adam Compton while pinning his badge to his uniform during Monday’s swearing in ceremony. Haleigh Bari pins her fiance, Joshua Krueger’s, badge to his uniform. Lester Ramey, right, embraces […]
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Keller earns Google Cloud Academic All-District accolades
GREENWOOD, Ind. – Mansfield Madison graduate Shelbi Keller, a senior at Mount Vernon Nazarene University, worked hard both on the courts and in the classroom in 2017-2018, as she earned Google Cloud Academic All-District honors for women’s tennis. The team is voted on and announced by the College Sports Information Directors of America, or CoSIDA. […]