More rainfall than usual could lead to ailing deer in Ohio, wildlife officers have said. Ashland County Wildlife Officer Evan Huegel said the Ohio Division of Wildlife expects more reports of deer infected with epizootic hemorrhagic disease, a fatal virus commonly known as EHD. Huegel said rainfall creates water pools where midge flies breed. Midge […]
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Silence speaks: Silent Watch brings awareness to veteran suicide
A rotation of volunteers stood silently by the coffin for shifts of 20 minutes to bring awareness to the issue of veteran suicide.
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Shelby Girl Scout Little House to celebrate 85th anniversary
The Shelby Girl Scout Little House will be open to the public on Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. to celebrate the lodge’s 85th anniversary.
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Greek Festival celebrates heritage, community and culture in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — Mansfield residents will find a taste of Greece, from traditional Greek dances to home-cooked meals, at the 2025 Greek Festival on Sept. 5 and 6. Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 265 West Third Street hosts the annual event. that’s become a popular cultural event for residents throughout the city and beyond. […]
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Art of Gardening enjoys trip to Willo’Nursery
ASHLAND — Arrangements were made for a trip to Willo’Nursery by the Art of Gardening Club following the meeting held at Peace Lutheran Church Sept. 3. Members gathered there to browse – “30% off perennials,” Pat Edwards, member, said. Edwards was impressed with a salmon-colored coneflower she showed off to take home. Salmon is a […]
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Mansfield announces Trick-or-Treat date, times
MANSFIELD — Mayor Jodie A. Perry has announced city-wide Trick-or-Treat has been scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 30 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Residents wishing to participate in Trick-or-Treat are asked to turn on their porch light between the hours of 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. “We also want to remind everyone that there will […]
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A Stroll Through the Garden: Peaches are little pieces of sunshine
Peaches can be successfully grown here in Ohio, but they do face challenges. My friend from Jeromesville has told me that he has successfully grown his peach so that it would produce fruit only two out of 10 years. These orange pieces of sunshine are worth the trouble and effort if you can raise them. […]
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Pumpkins, plaid & plenty of fun: A guide to fall festivities
The very subtle dipping seasonal temperatures aren’t slowing North Central Ohio down when it comes to some good old-fashioned fall fun. With plenty of rural beauty across the area, it is so easy to see the seasons change just by taking a drive down the highway with the windows down, football on the radio and […]
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Wanna play guitar? Free lessons available in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — Do you want to learn how to play the guitar? Perhaps you already know how to play, but are looking for a place where you can improve your skills? New and beginning guitar players should consider attending “Community Workshop Series: GuitarcFundamentals,” a series of free guitar lessons offered by The Ohio State University […]
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Rescued osprey returns to Pleasant Hill domain, thanks to Ohio Bird Sanctuary
PERRYSVILLE — The Ohio Bird Sanctuary returned a local osprey to the wild Wednesday morning, 38 days after rescuing her from fishing line. Brett Woodard of Woody Woods Tree Service opened the cage for the release. At first, the osprey hesitated, staying inside for a few minutes before slowly making her way out. Once clear, […]