ASHLAND – G. William Benz, Ph.D., who served as president of Ashland University from 1993-2006, passed away in Albuquerque, N.M., on May 8. He was 88. Benz’s impressive career in academia was headlined by leading AU during a time of significant growth. Among the highlights of his 13-year administration were: The “Building on Strength” […]
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Crestview FFA students honored at state convention
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was submitted by Crestview FFA reporters Leyna Gerich and Mackenzie Hoover. OLIVESBURG — On May 2nd and 3rd a group of Crestview high school FFA members attended the State FFA convention in Columbus. The students that attended the convention included Gracie Dinsmore, Baileigh Cordery, Kiley Gano, Lexa Gano, Hazelle Cordrey, Alivia […]
Posted inFootball
Battaglia steps down as Loudonville football coach
LOUDONVILLE — For the fourth time in the last decade, Loudonville has had the head coach of its football program step down after three seasons. On Monday, John Battaglia’s resignation was accepted by the Loudonville Board of Education. A longtime teacher in the Loudonville school system, Battaglia was 11-21 overall during his three seasons, a […]
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Ashland Regional Ballet to team with Opus II Dance Studio for May 18 & 19 shows
ASHLAND — Ashland Regional Ballet (ARB) and Opus II Dance Studio will once again collaborate to bring the 42nd annual Spring Dance Concert to the stage at Archer Auditorium on Saturday May 18 at 7 p.m. and Sunday May 19 at 2 p.m. Dancers ranging in ages from 5 years through adult and hailing primarily […]
Posted inBaseball
Highland captures at least a piece of 3rd straight MOAC baseball championship
MARENGO — The Fighting Scots defended their Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference title. Kort Sears tossed a complete game five-hitter as Highland knocked off Ontario 3-0 Tuesday at Highland. The Scots (21-2, 10-2) clinched at least a share of the MOAC championship. Highland has a two-game lead in the loss column over Clear Fork, Shelby and Galion. […]
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Color Fun Walk & Run set for May 18 at Freer Field
ASHLAND — The city of Ashland is hosting a Color Fun Walk & Run to raise awareness about the foster care community and the work that Fostering Family Ministries does. The 5K and 1-mile walk event will take place at Freer Field 1264 Center Street Ashland, OH 44805. The event begins at 9:30 a.m. on […]
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Hornish Bros. acquires Cowen Truck Line of Perrysville
PERRYSVILLE — Hornish Bros. Inc. has purchased Cowen Truck Line and plans to expand the company’s operational footprint in Ohio. Founded in 1946, Hornish Bros., based in Syracuse, New York, operates over 100 tractors and 300 trailers, mostly throughout the Great Lakes area. The company said it saw a natural alignment of company principles and […]
Posted inGirls Basketball
Loudonville’s Bates approved to take over Strasburg girls basketball
LOUDONVILLE – A two-month whirlwind loaded with memorable big steps and breakthroughs for Tyler Bates has swiftly come to a stop on a new landing spot. Bates, who coached the Loudonville girls basketball team in the Division IV state semifinals March 18 in Dayton, announced four days later he would be resigning as the LHS […]
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Loudonville’s CRF Museum offers chance to visit Egypt, explore historic sites
LOUDONVILLE — The Cleo Redd Fisher Museum in Loudonville has announced its latest small-group tour opportunity, allowing guests to explore the history and culture of Egypt. The tour is slated for March 30 to April 6, 2025 and will take travelers to Cairo, Giza, Luxor and the ancient cities of Memphis, Saqqara and Thebes. Among […]
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Erik Gimbel Big Band featured at May 6 All That Jazz event
ASHLAND — The Big Bands & All That Jazz Society will present its final concert for the 2023-24 season on Monday, May 6 at 7 p.m. with the music of the Erik Gimbel Big Band. This is a concert you will not want to miss consisting of fantastic musicians from Columbus and Cleveland, and in-between — the best […]