EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was originally published by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. COLUMBUS – Winter is an excellent time to watch for bald eagles, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. Bald eagles begin courtship and nest-building activity in January and February, making now one of the best times […]
Zac Hiser
Head of Newsroom Product at Richland Source. Lifelong Cleveland sports fan who also enjoys marketing, history, camping, comedy, local music & living in Mansfield with my wonderful family.
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Fredericktown rolls to big early lead, subdues Centerburg
FREDERICKTOWN – It’s about what you’d expect when two rivals meet. The Fredericktown Freddies looked like they would decide Wednesday’s anticipated first showdown with the Centerburg Trojans very early. But the Freddies and their fans watched as their 21-point third-quarter lead slowly dwindle to five points with under a minute in the game. Fredericktown’s eventual […]
Posted inLife and Culture
Nominations open for Outstanding Senior Citizen, Community Service
ONTARIO – Do you know of a senior citizen volunteering their time to help others? Do you know of a group performing community service to help those in need? Here is your chance to recognize them. The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. is now accepting nominations for the Outstanding Senior Citizen and […]
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Ashland man accused of weapons charge, abusing cat pleads ‘not guilty’
ASHLAND — A man accused of abusing a cat and having an illegal weapon pleaded not guilty during a hearing at Ashland County Common Pleas Court on Wednesday. Christopher P. Ferrell, 50, of Ashland appeared before Magistrate Paul Lange for a hearing to enter a plea on the charges filed against him on Tuesday. Ferrell, […]
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Fredericktown Council fills 2 vacancies with appointments
FREDERICKTOWN — Fredericktown Village Council filled two vacant seats at Tuesday’s meeting. Scott McKnight and Ray Brewer were appointed to council in a unanimous vote. Current councilman and president pro tempore Rick Lanuzza recommended appointing Brewer and McKnight with councilman James Hobson seconding. Brewer and McKnight were previously on council with their terms ending, respectively, […]
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Matilda The Musical Jr. set for Jan. 12-14 in Ashland
ASHLAND – Ashland’s streets will be filled by the smell of rebellion when The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in Ashland presents, “Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical Jr.,” on January 12, 13 and 14 at The Ashland Theatre, 212 Center Street, Ashland. Based on the beloved book “Matilda” by Roald Dahl and adapted […]
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Plotts is Morrow County rep. for Area Agency on Aging
MOUNT GILEAD – The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging has announced the appointment of new member, Glenna Plotts, to its Board of Trustees. Plotts will serve as the Morrow County Representative. Plotts retired as the superintendent of the Career Technical School District. She has expertise in education, community involvement, teamwork, leadership and management. […]
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Newsroom After Hours recap: Our favorite local songs of 2023
In Mansfield’s vibrant local music scene, 2023 marked another exceptional year for the Newsroom After Hours series. With four shows that featured a diverse lineup of 13 bands and artists, this independent live music series continued to thrive. Additionally, the annual Halloween party saw three talented DJs take the stage, making it an unforgettable year […]
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Cleo Redd Fisher Museum raffling off hand-built classic muzzleloader rifle in Loudonville
LOUDONVILLE — The Cleo Redd Fisher Museum is offering the chance to win a hand-built black powder rifle modeled after those built by famed Loudonville gunsmith Peter Reinhard in the 1800s. The rifle was built by students in the museum’s educational workshop series last year, using traditional tools and techniques. The rifle is .32 caliber […]
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Loudonville Schools to receive $100K through Trees to Textbooks program
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was originally published on the Ohio Department of Natural Resources website. LOUDONVILLE – Loudonville is among a group of Ohio’s rural school districts that will receive state funds through the Trees to Textbooks program. The Loudonville-Perrysville Consolidated School District will receive 101,003.97. In addition, Hanover Township will receive $50,501.98, while Ashland […]