1 woman dead, 3 others hurt, including 2 children, in Holmes County crash
MILLERSBURG — One woman is dead and three others were injured after a Holmes County crash on Sunday night, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Renee Troyer, 49, of…
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Greenwich woman, 38, killed in one-car crash early Sunday morning
A 38-year-old Greenwich woman died early Sunday morning in a one-vehicle crash, according to the state patrol.
A natural talent: Newark’s Lexie Miller crowned Miss Ohio
ASHLAND — Confidence hasn’t always come easily for Lexie Miller. But she exuded it on Saturday night, strutting across the Miss Ohio stage in a floor length gown and belting out…
Two years, two titles: Ontario’s Briella Van Harlingen captures Soap Box Derby title
MANSFIELD — Briella Van Harlingen first found Soap Box Derby racing while watching other racers downtown. Now, the 13-year-old from Ontario is a repeat champion after winning Saturday afternoon at…
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Letter to the Editor: Ohio’s school funding system is broken
A need for change is here. If it was not already abundantly clear, our current system is broken. When failing school tax levies mean cutting educators for our children, then our system is broken. When the blue collared worker is drowning under medical debt, rent, groceries, and gas, then our…
Columbus Zoo announces vision for the John F. Wolfe aquarium
POWELL – The Columbus Zoo unveiled plans Friday for the John F. Wolfe Aquarium, a monumental new destination that will redefine aquatic wildlife experiences in the Midwest and mark the most ambitious project in the organization’s history. Made possible by a historic $50 million gift from The Robert F. Wolfe and…
Fish for free across Ohio June 20 & 21
COLUMBUS – Ohio’s annual free fishing days on Saturday, June 20, and Sunday, June 21, give all residents a chance to fish at any public waterway without a license, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. This includes Lake Erie and Ohio’s public lakes, reservoirs, streams,…
2026 Miss Ohio prelims wrap up; winner to be crowned Saturday
Miss Ohio week continues Friday evening at Archer Auditorium, 1440 King Road in Ashland, with the Miss Ohio Teen competition.
Shelby, Ontario graduates earn Rumpke scholarships
MANSFIELD — Recent Shelby High School graduate Natalie Korbas and Ontario High School graduate Hayden Saxton are the winners of the 2026 Rumpke Waste & Recycling Scholarship for Richland County. This scholarship awards $1,000 to two graduates in Richland County, pursuing a two- or four-year degree at an accredited institution,…
Marilyn John announces funding opportunities to benefit Ohioans with developmental disabilities
New grant opportunities are available through the Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council.
Leadership Unlimited celebrates Class of 2026, outstanding alumnus at annual dinner
Leadership Unlimited honored 31 leaders at the 2026 Alumni Dinner & Class Commencement on June 11 at Dan Lew Exchange.
Richland County commissioners OK $1.1 million for chip-and-seal, paving projects
The work will be done on nearly 25 miles of county roads, according to county Engineer Adam Gove.
New information, photos released in probe of planned White House attack by Danville man
EDITOR’S NOTE: An earlier version of this story stated that Tycen Proper was enrolled at Mount Vernon Nazarene University (College on the report). The Knox County Sheriff’s Office stated that information was not accurate in its original report. DANVILLE — The Knox County Sheriff’s Office has released a 211-page document…
Mosquitoes carrying West Nile Virus detected in Mansfield, says Richland Public Health
Richland Public Health officials have been notified that West Nile Virus has been detected in mosquitoes in the city of Mansfield.
Madison Local Schools may sell former junior high property for $244K
MADISON TOWNSHIP — Madison Local Schools is one step closer to selling the site of its former junior high school. The board of education voted Wednesday night to counter an offer to purchase the old junior high property for $244,150. Supt. Rob Peterson said the board is willing to accept…
Youth Movement: Four underclassmen among five area softball All-Ohioans
Youth was served when the Ohio High School Fastpitch Softball Coaches Association unveiled the All-Ohio teams recently.
Main Street Improvement Project progressing; Park Avenue remains closed in Central Park
The Main Street Improvement Project is 65 percent complete with about 120 days remaining in the 18-month, $20.3 million effort.
Megan Ratliff added to The Shelby Foundation board of directors
The Shelby Foundation has added Megan Finnegan Ratliff to its board of directors.
No new money: Madison BOE plans renewal effort for existing levy
MADISON TOWNSHIP — Madison Local Schools district residents will again see a levy on their ballots in November. But this time, they won’t be asked for increased taxpayer dollars. The school board voted Wednesday night to pass a resolution of necessity, a procedural requirement that’s the first step in putting a…
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