66-year-old woman dies in Mansfield hospital after 2-vehicle crash in Ashland County
MOHICAN TOWNSHIP – A North Ridgeville woman was killed after a two-vehicle crash Friday in Mohican Township, according to Ohio State Highway Patrol. Jeanette E. Vibbert, 66, was transported to…
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Bocock’s epic performance keys Blue Devils’ title trek
AKRON — Ace pitcher Addy Bocock had one final inning between her and a Division VI state championship on Thursday night. With the Danville faithful filling the visitors’ stands, the…
Bomb’s Away: Danville’s Carter takes third in shot put at Division V state track meet
Danville’s Brookelynn Carter took third in the shot put competition during the opening day of the Division V state meet Thursday in Columbus.
Danville wins extra-innings thriller to claim softball state championship
AKRON — The Danville girls softball team captured the 2026 Division VI state championship in dramatic fashion with a 2-0 extra-innings thriller over West Jefferson on Thursday night in Akron.…
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Knox County Sheriff’s reports June 3
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls for service on June 3.
Where to find live music near you this summer
Looking to find live music in north central Ohio? From energetic summer festivals to acoustic sessions at local wineries and breweries to independent venues, the music scene across Richland, Ashland and Knox counties is packed with something for everyone this season. Whether you are planning a weekend night out in…
Troy Township firefighters honored for lifesaving rescue of Bellville man
TROY TOWNSHIP — Firefighter Patrick Compton was trained on grain bin rescue operations, but he had never needed to put those skills in action. That changed two days after Christmas, when Bellville resident Mark Berry fell and became trapped in a grain silo. Compton spent three hours on the scene with fellow…
27 sentenced in Knox County Common Pleas Court in May
MOUNT VERNON — There were 27 people sentenced in Knox County Common Pleas Court in May. According to court documents, Judge Richard Wetzel ordered the following sentences: May 7 Cole R. Hauger, Gambier, pleaded guilty to domestic violence (first-degree misdemeanor) and to the amended charge of fourth-degree strangulation. A second-degree…
Danville rallies to smash Dalton, heads to softball state championship game
AKRON — Danville’s trip to the state championship game took an interesting path through the Division VI state semifinal on Wednesday in Akron. Fans were in for a game that offered a bit of everything, but ultimately a strong rally by the Blue Devils who subdued Dalton 11-4 for a…
Community invited to send off paddlers at launch ceremony in Mount Vernon
MOUNT VERNON — Residents are invited to gather at Memorial Park on Sunday at 7 a.m. to launch the 10th Annual Paddle for Heroes Memorial Paddle. The 160-mile, 6-day water trek will begin with an opening ceremony and an official mayoral proclamation. The community is encouraged to line the riverbanks…
Hellbender Discovery Day coming to Ariel-Foundation Park June 13
MOUNT VERNON – Ariel-Foundation Park, in partnership with Rural Action, will host Hellbender Discovery Day on Saturday, June 13, from 1-5 p.m. at Ariel-Foundation Park. This free community event invites guests to explore the hidden life of local waterways through hands-on activities, educational experiences, film screenings, and a guided river…
Mount Vernon freshman aiming for podium finish at Division II state meet
MOUNT VERNON — Calvin Heithaus had mixed emotions after last week’s Division II Lexington regional meet. The Mount Vernon freshman set a personal record and broke the school record in the 1,600-meter run, clocking in at 4 minutes, 16.21 seconds. It was the third-place finish at Lexington that left a…
Centerburg preps for zoning applications, DORA launch, and restoring recycling
Village Administrator Richard Dzik updated Centerburg village council members about restoring recycling, gauging interest in annexing Hazel Heights, and launching the downtown DORA at their meeting on Monday.
AFP-OH urges action on Medicaid accountability reforms in Ohio
COLUMBUS – Americans for Prosperity-Ohio (AFP-OH) testified Wednesday before the Ohio House Medicaid Committee in support of House Bill 795, legislation aimed at strengthening oversight, increasing transparency, and preventing fraud within Ohio’s Medicaid program. AFP-OH State Director Donovan O’Neil delivered proponent testimony, noting that AFP-OH raised concerns about Medicaid accountability more than…
Adena hosts Skills Day for local students interested in skilled trades
MANSFIELD — Adena recently welcomed hundreds of students from across north central Ohio recently to its Mansfield headquarters for Skills Day, a hands-on event designed to connect students with careers in construction and the skilled trades. Students from Pioneer Career and Technology Center, Tri-Rivers Career Center, Heartland Career Center, Knox County Career Center,…
U.S. Customs & Border Protection seizes 337 hatching eggs labeled as winter jackets in Ohio bust
CINCINNATI — U.S. Customs and Border Protection agriculture specialists at Cincinnati’s Port of Entry inspected and seized a shipment arriving from Germany containing 337 hatching eggs placed in foam layers on May 27. The shipment, headed for Alaska, was manifested as winter jackets. Using intelligence-gathering and their expertise, agriculture specialists detained…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports June 1
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports at the end of their shifts on June 1.
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Preston Street sewer backup spurs discussion on infrastructure upgrades in Centerburg
Issues with sewer and stormwater lines prompted village council members to discuss infrastructure concerns at their meeting on Monday and consider investing in upgrades.
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