ASHLAND – Ashland University’s Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing program will welcome a host of talented writers to the AU campus for their Summer Residency Program, July 23 to Aug. 2. This year the group is partnering with the Ashland Public Library to have several classes and presentations at the library, including a […]
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Amish buggy involved in serious-injury crash in Ashland County
SULLIVAN TWP – Troopers are investigating a serious injury crash involving an Amish buggy and a box truck that occurred Thursday evening at approximately 6:43 p.m. The crash occurred on US 224, east of SR 89. An Amish buggy operated by Menno Swartzentruber, 20, of Sullivan, Ohio was eastbound on US 224. A 2016 GMC […]
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This weekend is ‘Christmas in July’ for downtown Ashland
ASHLAND — Hello friends! It’s been a while since we’ve last discussed the grooviness of downtown Ashland, but even though it’s been a week or two, that doesn’t mean downtown isn’t hopping and full of adventure and good cheer … because it is. In fact, as our friends and downtown peep Doug just described it, […]
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Park district explores bringing adaptive bicycles to Ashland
ASHLAND – The look on Logan Zehner’s face as he zipped down the paved path at Freer Field Tuesday was one of pure joy. For the 22-year-old, developmental disabilities often become a roadblock. But this time, thanks to a wheelchair bicycle tandem, there was nothing to stop Zehner from riding a bike. Harnessed into a […]
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AU football team assists Hospice of North Central Ohio
ASHLAND — The sincerity in his voice was evident as Zane Ries, an AU freshman from Barberton, Ohio, said, “We like to give back to the community—especially for an organization like this one that does so much to help others. It’s our chance to help you.” Thirteen members of the Ashland University football team, along […]
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Hillsdale surveys show support for arming staff, new facilities
JEROMESVILLE — A majority of survey respondents in the Hillsdale Local School District have expressed support for a program to arm staff and with plans to build new facilities using pipeline revenue. In about one month since a community survey regarding arming staff was placed on the district’s website, 202 people have responded, Supt. Steve […]
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Firelands Electric Cooperative’s new all-in-one facility expected to be completed before end of year
NEW LONDON — Over the past two years, Firelands Electric’s board and management have exercised due diligence in preparation to build a new facility that will incorporate a 12,180-square-foot office and 22,800-square-foot warehouse — all under one roof. This facility will replace three current inefficient buildings. Firelands Electric is taking advantage of lower interest rates […]
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Hillsdale schools seek community input on arming staff
JEROMESVILLE – Hillsdale Local Schools officials are considering adding armed staff members to the district’s lineup of measures designed to improve school safety. Recognizing the idea may be controversial and desiring transparency about the district’s intentions, the district is soliciting community input from district residents via an online survey, according to Supt. Steve Dickerson. Board […]
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Fig & Oak boutique opens in Ashland
ASHLAND – A steady stream of customers headed downtown Thursday to open their hearts and their wallets to Ashland’s newest business — Fig & Oak. The boutique’s merchandise is an eclectic mix of home furnishings and gifts ranging from small furniture, pillows, lamps and succulent terrariums to bar soaps, tea towels and candles. The store […]