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Team Peter: Loudonville 10-year-old publishes second book
Peter Heath recently published his second book, “The Adventures of Marshmallow and Peter: Peter’s Wish Trip.”
Fredericktown graduate travels the country as ground control officer for U.S. Army Golden Knights
MANSFIELD — Sandra Spearman wasn’t planning to join an elite military skydiving unit. But now, the Fredericktown High School graduate is setting sky-high goals. The U.S. Army Parachute Team, known as…
From sensory rooms to buddy systems: How churches are building inclusive spaces for people with disabilities
NORTH CENTRAL OHIO — Attending church used to feel out of reach for the Wenzel family. A simple Sunday morning always required being apart. Malorie Wenzel said one parent always…
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Mohican Christkindlmarkt in Loudonville to expand in 2026
LOUDONVILLE — Vendor applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Mohican Christkindlmarkt, which will return to downtown Loudonville for two weekends this December as the market prepares for a major expansion following its highly successful inaugural season. Hosted by the Cleo Redd Fisher Museum in partnership with the Loudonville…
Gov. DeWine proclaims June 1 to 7 as Ohio State Parks Week
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) has announced that Governor Mike DeWine has officially proclaimed June 1 to 7, as Ohio State Parks Week, celebrating the natural beauty, outdoor recreational opportunities, and award winning excellence of Ohio’s 76 state parks. ODNR’s Division of Parks and Watercraft manages Ohio’s state parks to…
Knox County Foundation awards more than $1.3 million in scholarships
MOUNT VERNON — The Knox County Foundation awarded more than $1.3 million in scholarships to 484 students for the 2026–27 academic year. In doing so, it continues its long-standing commitment to supporting educational opportunities throughout Knox County and beyond. This year’s scholarship awards total $1,303,650. They support students across multiple categories,…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports May 31
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls on May 31.
The Wilds is ranked third best Safari Park in the nation
CUMBERLAND — New data from SIXT reveals that searches for ‘local safari parks’ in the U.S. have increased by 781 percent over the past year. To uncover the best safari parks across the country, we analyzed factors including park size, number of animals, ticket price, and TikTok views. Claiming the No. 3 spot as…
Mount Vernon police reports May 27-31
MOUNT VERNON — The Mount Vernon Police Department issued the following reports for service calls between May 27 to May 31.
Danville police reports May 24-30
The Danville Police Department responded to these calls between May 24 and May 30.
Fredericktown police reports May 24 to May 30
The Fredericktown Police Department responded to these calls May 24 through May 30.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports May 30
Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls on May 30.
Danville Blue Devils punch ticket to final four
The Blue Devils will play Dalton in the state semifinal June 3 at 5:30 pm at Akron Firestone Stadium.
Master blaster: Late pass earns Hoffman $100K check at Mansfield Speedway on Saturday night
A donation from Dan and Brenda Niss made North Carolina racer Nick Hoffman’s night a six-figure experience Saturday.
New report finds mental health concerns remain high among college students
NORTH CENTRAL OHIO — May marks Mental Health Awareness Month and brings attention to the growing need for mental health across the country. As college students juggle academics, work and the pressures of early adulthood, mental health concerns continue to weigh heavily on young people across the country. A new…
A Stroll Through the Garden: Giant hogweed creates toxins & surprises
Monday night, while I was attending my Richland County Master Gardener club meeting, one of my friends told me about a weed he wanted to remove from his garden. From his description, it sounded like a young Giant Hogweed. This sparked a conversation about the importance of using caution when…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports May 29
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls on May 29.
Early offense, stellar pitching extends Danville softball team’s postseason run
DANVILLE — Winning 12 of their last 13 games, the Lady Blue Devils extended their postseason run with a 12-2 win over Ada on Thursday. They will face Tri-Valley Patriots, a top-seeded team from the Western Ohio Athletic Conference, at noon on Saturday in Bellefontaine. Blue Devils head coach Charlie…
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