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A cool tradition: 32nd Medina Ice Fest back with largest carving yet

Annual event from Feb. 20-23 features 115 ice sculptures and a record-breaking carving in Medina's historic district.

Wooster Township hosts 40th Pancake Day

Annual fundraiser at Triway High aims to support new fire station and equipment upgrades.

AI transforms education in Knox County

Former superintendent Mike Hebenthal leads AI-focused sessions to enhance teaching and testing in local schools.

Dancing With the Stars event raises more than $40,000

Local businesses sponsored each couple and also contributed through voting

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Strasburg Village Council settles fall softball dispute

Fire Chief Jason Ely said the fire department training house on Zeltman Avenue has a burn date of March 1

Fairless board approves middle school principal contract

Natalie Gilkerson was granted a three-year administrative contract

Coshocton crash injures two, driver cited

Accident at state Route 83 and County Road 271 sends two to hospital with nonlife-threatening injuries.

Harrison Central advisory council reviews SchoolLinks program

Ashley Doren demonstrated the online tool used to help students assess their educational and career plans

Concerns over maintenance, oversight raised at Malvern council meeting

A business owner criticized what he described as a lack of follow-through after the recent snowstorm

Marlington board updates bidding policy

Board discusses budget, approves gym floor project and open enrollment for 2026-27.

Old artillery shells safely detonated in Knox County

Military ordnance found on North Sandusky Street; no public threat remains after controlled explosion.

Sports

River View girls bowling advances to state

Lady Bears secure district runner-up at Legacy Lanes, head to OHSAA State Tournament on Feb. 28.

Black Bears advance to state tournament

Team finishes as district runners-up at Legacy Lanes, led by Carter Hammersley's 605 series.

Coshocton defeats River View in finale

Redskins secure 57-35 win at The Wigwam, set for tournament rematch.

Yellow Jackets fall short in tournament opener

Logan uses final run to upset MV, 48-47

Yellow Jacket boys defend LCL wrestling title

Four individuals grab conference crowns, two others finish as runner-up

The Ghost Sisters paranormal investigators visit the area

What happens when you can investigate a paranormal investigation going on live in your area?

Flushing’s Main Street shown in 1915 photo

The village was incorporated Feb. 23, 1949, with a population of 312

Looking Back

Mother Nature dumped snow in this area a decade ago

Snow caused downed trees and power lines and provided a playground for some and work for others

Letter to the Editor

Trump eliminates need for carbon capture technology

Landowners have already been solicited to sign lease agreements for storing the high-pressure supercritical asphyxiant

OSU Extension Wayne Co.

What cattle producers should know before buying their next herd bull

Wayne County experts offer tips on selecting bulls with optimal genetics for local cattle producers.

Drawing Laughter

Stunted social skills nearly serve up starvation

John Lorson navigates high school gathering with humor and hors d'oeuvres.

Cooking with Karl

Recipe: Batter up! It's fish fry season

Discover the best fish fries in Medina County, including the Center Café's award-winning Icelandic haddock.

Stories in a Snap

Performer embraces intimate Portland show

Medina artist captivates two-person audience despite Mumford and Sons concert.

Lifestyles

Uniontown church announces Lent services

Grace UCC invites community to Lent and Easter events starting Feb. 18.

Coshocton Christian Men's Conference set for March 7

Event at Coshocton Christian Tabernacle explores 'What Is a Real Man?'

River View student earns dean's list honor

Gavin Gress recognized at Zane State College for academic excellence in cyber security.

St. Gabriel Church to host annual Lenten fish fries

Meals will be served from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. each Friday

River View FFA creates library display

Coshocton Public Library hosts exhibit on FFA's national, state, and local impact.

River View student earns Elks honor

Deakon Ames of Warsaw recognized for leadership and community service in Coshocton County.

Community

Medina students win top art awards

Three seniors recognized at Scholastic Art & Writing Awards exhibition at Kent State Stark.

Uniontown church hosts cabbage roll dinner

Community dinner set for March 14 at United Methodist Church of Uniontown, featuring dine-in and carryout options.

JVS culinary students offer Fish Fry Fridays through March 27

Proceeds will support the culinary arts program

Buckeye Career Center names February Students of the Month

The three were honored at the February Board of Education meeting

Sherrodsville church plans winter revival

Rev. Jared Henry will serve as evangelist for the revival

ODNR approves VFA grants for rural fire departments

The program helps supplement budgets and supports needed purchases

Township trustees remind residents to check zoning before building

Lawrence Township is one of only three of the 22 townships in Tuscarawas County that has zoning

Cadiz man sentenced to years in prison

Incarceration was appropriate based on the assessment and Burgett’s criminal history

Northwestern Ruritan pancake day to benefit local fire departments

Annual event in West Salem to support local fire departments on March 14.

New Phila Rotary Spring Healthcheck set for March 21 in Dover

A printed lab report will be mailed to each participant within two weeks

Business

Minerva’s Market Street Art Spot reaches 15-year milestone

Market Street Art Spot remains a staple of the Village of Minerva

Armstrong announces agreement to purchase MCTV

The acquisition expands Armstrong's reach in Ohio and West Virginia, uniting two family-owned cable providers.

Coshocton car detailer wins top award

Ethen Brown's EB Detailing earns 2025 Best Business Rate for exceptional service.

Wayne County Schools Career Center seeks alumni nominations

Nominate distinguished graduates by April 3 for recognition at Smithville's career center.

Quarter auction to benefit Horizon's Inc. set for March 14

Coshocton event supports services for individuals with disabilities.

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A cool tradition: 32nd Medina Ice Fest back with largest carving yet

Wooster Township hosts 40th Pancake Day

AI transforms education in Knox County

Dancing With the Stars event raises more than $40,000

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Harrison Central advisory council reviews SchoolLinks program

JVS culinary students offer Fish Fry Fridays through March 27

Dancing With the Stars event raises more than $40,000

ODNR approves VFA grants for rural fire departments

Edison Drama Club to present ‘Charlotte’s Web’

FAO opens new round of civics education grants for Appalachian Ohio schools

Military support group to meet March 3 for Easter packing

'Ohio: Wild at Heart' now available for classroom streaming

Trump eliminates need for carbon capture technology

Harrison commissioners table Freeport sewer bids

Strasburg Village Council settles fall softball dispute

Fairless board approves middle school principal contract

Coshocton crash injures two, driver cited

Harrison Central advisory council reviews SchoolLinks program

Concerns over maintenance, oversight raised at Malvern council meeting

Marlington board updates bidding policy

Old artillery shells safely detonated in Knox County

River View girls bowling advances to state

Black Bears advance to state tournament

Coshocton defeats River View in finale

Yellow Jackets fall short in tournament opener

Yellow Jacket boys defend LCL wrestling title

Dancing With the Stars event raises more than $40,000

A cool tradition: 32nd Medina Ice Fest back with largest carving yet

Minerva’s Market Street Art Spot reaches 15-year milestone

Miller becomes Hiland’s ‘King of Court Vision’

West Holmes cake auctions raise $15,000

Medina Home & Garden Show honors U.S. history

Lisa McCoy aims for Ms. Veteran America

Lady Huskies honor seniors in loss to Sandy Valley

Medina's Miller wins 110-pound wrestling title

Tri-County Health Expo returns to Millersburg

Cadiz man sentenced to years in prison

Grand opening got a little too hot at Blazin’ Burgers

Historical Society explores Danny Greene and Cleveland mob wars

New Philadelphia board moves forward on land purchase for new schools

Mount Vernon dirt bike crash fatality

Dover honors Firefighter of the Year, approves fire station renovation

Barrier broken: Waynedale wrestling climbs past final obstacle for state duals title

Dover investing $3.3 million in north-end infrastructure improvements

Carrollton school board conducts $210,000 auction, reviews snow day schedule

Coshocton crash injures two, driver cited

The Ghost Sisters paranormal investigators visit the area

Flushing’s Main Street shown in 1915 photo

Mother Nature dumped snow in this area a decade ago

Trump eliminates need for carbon capture technology

What cattle producers should know before buying their next herd bull

Stunted social skills nearly serve up starvation

Recipe: Batter up! It's fish fry season

Performer embraces intimate Portland show

Uniontown church announces Lent services

Coshocton Christian Men's Conference set for March 7

River View student earns dean's list honor

St. Gabriel Church to host annual Lenten fish fries

River View FFA creates library display

River View student earns Elks honor

Medina students win top art awards

Uniontown church hosts cabbage roll dinner

JVS culinary students offer Fish Fry Fridays through March 27

Buckeye Career Center names February Students of the Month

Sherrodsville church plans winter revival

ODNR approves VFA grants for rural fire departments

Township trustees remind residents to check zoning before building

Cadiz man sentenced to years in prison

Northwestern Ruritan pancake day to benefit local fire departments

New Phila Rotary Spring Healthcheck set for March 21 in Dover

Minerva’s Market Street Art Spot reaches 15-year milestone

Armstrong announces agreement to purchase MCTV

Coshocton car detailer wins top award

Wayne County Schools Career Center seeks alumni nominations

Quarter auction to benefit Horizon's Inc. set for March 14

Reasons small business owners should separate their finances

Don’t let phony florists ruin Valentine’s Day

Winterizing care for outdoor dogs and cats