Judge Michael Kemerer ruled there was probable cause to believe a crime had been committed and bound the case over to grand jury.
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Santa’s special visit: Sensory-friendly, family-focused and full of cheer with Zan’s Mission
MANSFIELD — Holiday magic came to life in a thoughtful and inclusive way Monday morning as families gathered for a sensory-friendly Christmas Breakfast with Santa, hosted by Zan’s Mission. Designed specifically for families who have a loved one with any disability, the event took place at First English Lutheran Church, 53 Park Avenue West, offering […]
Crestline man in custody after alleged fatal road rage shooting in Ontario
Wesley Patrick, 27, was arraigned Monday morning and charged with one count of voluntary manslaughter, according to court records.
Dave Roberts wraps up 8 years on Lexington Local School board
Dave Roberts had his final meeting last week as a member of the Lexington Local Schools board of education.
Ontario police investigating fatal shooting
The Ontario Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting in the area of Lexington-Springmill Road and U.S. 30.
Diane Ramey inducted into Area Agency on Aging Hall of Fame
MANSFIELD — Diane Ramey earned a reputation for championing employee development, mentoring colleagues across the state and providing steady leadership during her three decades with the Area Agency on Aging. Ramey was recently inducted into the AAA5’s Hall of Fame. She worked for the agency for 31 years. “From her early days as a case manager […]
The Ontario Center food court celebrates full occupancy with Robsagna opening
ONTARIO — The Ontario Center’s food court is officially full — and Operations Manager Crystal Tolliver said the milestone feels both rewarding and exciting. “Yes, the food court is full now, and it feels really good,” Tolliver said. “Seeing it active again is incredibly rewarding after such a long time.” The latest addition, Robsagna, marks […]
A prayer turned lifeline: Second Hope Pantry feeds dozens across Richland, Ashland counties
MANSFIELD — What began as a simple prayer last Christmas has grown into a lifeline for families across Richland and Ashland counties. Jim and Tiffanie Kitts found themselves last year unexpectedly answering a call they didn’t even know they had asked for. “Last Christmas my husband Jim prayed about wanting to do something different for […]
Ex-husband found guilty of murder in 2001 Willard cold case
NORWALK — A Huron County jury found Paul Hicks guilty of murdering his ex-wife, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost and Huron County Prosecutor James Sitterly announced on Friday afternoon. “You cannot outrun your past – eventually, as this defendant has learned, your evil catches up to you,” Yost said. “BCI’s investigators and our prosecutors untangled […]
OSHP seeks public’s help in fatal hit-skip crash on I-71 in Morrow County
MOUNT GILEAD – The Mount Gilead Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a vehicle, likely a Chevrolet with front-end damage, involved in a fatal hit-skip crash with a pedestrian early Friday morning. The crash occurred on Interstate 71 north, between exits 140–151 in Harmony Township in […]
