PLYMOUTH — Plymouth FFA hosted a world-famous speaker last month as part of its Self Improvement Day. On Friday, Dec. 8, students participated in many different breakout rooms where they learned about ways to cope with issues they may be facing, how to meditate and relax, and many other practices to better themselves and their […]
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Meet the 2023-2024 Plymouth FFA Officer Team
PLYMOUTH — In the spring of 2023, the Plymouth FFA elected the 2023-2024 officer team. Candidates went through a series of requirements in order to be put on the ballot. First, they had to fill out an application that explained how they would make our chapter and community better. Then, they must complete an in […]
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Ohio Natural Energy Foundation welcomes applications for 2024 scholarship program
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Natural Energy Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2024 scholarship program. This program has awarded nearly 650 scholarships since 2007. This $640,000 investment has assisted young Ohioans interested in pursuing careers in the natural gas and oil industry get an education. Students can receive the $1,000 scholarship for a total […]
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Hillsdale swears in new board members, addresses public comment
JEROMESVILLE — Hillsdale Local Schools kicked off the new year with a budget meeting, organizational meeting and its first regular school board meeting on Tuesday night. The organizational meeting saw two new members sworn in to serve on the board. Jon Burkholder and Melinda Turk took their seats for the first board meeting of the […]
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Mansfield City Schools swears in new board members, adjusts meeting slate
MANSFIELD — Two new members took their oath of office Tuesday during the first Mansfield City School school board meeting of 2024. Jennifer Kime and Leslie Ward were both elected in November. The first-time public officials will succeed longtime school board members Renda Cline and Sheryl Weber, who did not run to retain their seats. […]
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Clear Fork sewing class stitches items for Wayfinders Homeless Shelter
BELLVILLE — The Clear Fork High School Advanced Sewing class went on a philanthropic field trip on Dec. 14. Just like the past few years, these high school students made projects to give away to those in need. The students sewed hats, scarves, and tote bags for the Wayfinders (Harmony House) Homeless Shelter and collected […]
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Lexington schools fly flags half mast in honor of Bob Whitney
LEXINGTON — The flags at Lexington Local Schools are flying at half mast this week in honor of Robert “Bob” Whitney. Whitney died on Monday afternoon at age 88. He had served on the Lexington Local Schools board of education for almost 60 years, making him the longest-tenured school board member in the state. He spent […]
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GOAL Digital Academy hosts attendance connection event
MARION — In a groundbreaking initiative, GOAL Digital Academy spearheaded its inaugural “Attendance Connection” event at the Marion Learning Lab, setting a new standard in educational engagement and support. This landmark meeting convened representatives from various schools, forging a collaborative path in dropout recovery and prevention strategies. The event underscored the critical needs of students […]
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Husted: High School Tech Internship open to Ohio students
COLUMBUS — Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted, who serves as Director of the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation, announced Tuesday that the High School Tech Internship program is now open for Ohio students to enroll. The goal of the program is to provide Ohio businesses with the tech talent they need while providing students with […]
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Loudonville senior is Elks Teen of the Month
LOUDONVILLE — Maria Renner has been named the Ashland Elks (1360) Teen of the Month for January. Maria is the daughter of Jason and Meghan Renner and is a senior at LoudonvilleHigh School. Maria is a member of the Loudonville High School Student Leadership; Job SkillsClub; Marching Band and Flag Corp; Drug Free Club; and […]