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Wooden pavilion with red roof in a park next to a paved path under a blue sky.

Park District opens Tumble Bug Trailhead at Chippewa Lake Park

This is the first phase for former amusement park redevelopment

Holmes County GRIT expands for summer

The free teen fitness program at 9:24 CrossFit in Berlin will continue during school break and remain open to referred county youth

H15 in Millersburg remains faithful 10 years into the dream

Millersburg ministry reflects on a decade of growth, building renovations and ongoing fundraising for teen programs and a cafe project

A group of players in red uniforms huddle on a dirt softball field near a dugout.

Herren matches state softball home run record

Centerburg senior belts 23rd of season in 12-1 tournament victory over Pleasant

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Hartville seeks applicants for open Village Council seat

Council accepts resignation, sets May 22 deadline for letters of intent

Knox County Chamber of Commerce announces McCartney as new executive director

Gambier resident brings 15 years of leadership experience to chamber

Leesville plans Memorial Day celebration

A flag-raising ceremony, with the Conotton Valley Marching Band, will be held at the cemetery

Civil War monument to be restored in New Philadelphia

The work being done by the city of New Philadelphia is being paid for with a grant from the Appalachian Community Grant Program

Walsh University names James Monaghan vice president for academic affairs

Higher education leader to begin new role July 1

Debbie Kiley named new dog shelter operations director in Medina County

Will lead shelter during planned transition, expansion

First-time candidate Kirtley wins Democratic nomination

According to unofficial totals from the Ohio Secretary State’s office, Kirtley received 12,264 votes, or 31.5% of the total

Sports

Fredericktown softball finishes regular season on high note

Freddies sweep Northmor in close games

Offense leads Centerburg baseball to pair of victories

Trojans score early to beat Loudonville, late to beat Freddies

Danville softball clinches share of KMAC title

Sweep of Cardington gives Devils at least a share of crown

Proper, Cline birds of a feather for Lady Knights

Zalina Proper and Briar Cline, longtime Lady Knights teammates from Holmes County, will continue their careers at Findlay and Walsh

Tuscarawas County Sports Hall of Fame to induct Class of 2026

The Tuscarawas County Sports Hall of Fame will induct its Class of 2026 June 20 at Buckeye Career Center

Cheers to Farmers Markets

Local flavors, favorite vendors and a signature cocktail

Stories in a Snap

A wish I regret

Long night in ER becomes reminder of the value of human care

A United Way

Mental health support starts locally

Wayne and Holmes county organizations offer treatment, crisis response, peer support and resources for residents

The View From Here

They’re Coming to Take Me Away

One small voting mishap, but a bigger realization

Looking Back

CHS seniors built an unusual class project 60 years ago

Better Business Bureau

Scam websites targeting travelers booking airline tickets

BBB offers tips to avoid fraudulent flight reservations and extra charges

Pastor's Pen

Christian — you began in grace, continue in grace

Public Health Matters

Coshocton Health District promotes mental health awareness

During May the agency urged residents to seek support, practice self-care and use 988 during a mental health crisis

Lifestyles

Shaping our lives through science

Professor to explain scientific process

Person holding a paint palette with colorful paint and a brush in a studio.

Save the date for Hartville’s Art in the Park celebration June 6

Annual event will feature artists, live entertainment and Heritage Gateway dedication

West Holmes FFA wraps up a busy year of activity

Chapter members volunteered at Nashville and Loudonville events while dairy judging and floriculture teams competed in regional and state contests

SAR chapter to dedicate marker for Revolutionary War patriot

The memorial grave marker is for David Belknap, who enlisted at age 17 Jan. 13, 1778

Columbia Gas hosts Coshocton art showcase

Students and seniors unveiled artwork May 13 that will remain on display at the utility’s Coshocton facility

Two clergy members stand behind two decorated cakes on a blue table indoors.

St. Jacob’s sends Pastor Angel Jackson on sabbatical

Former pastor Herb Garnes named pastor emeritus during May 10 service

Community

Close-up of a graduation cap with an orange tassel on a wooden surface.

Area schools prepare for commencement ceremonies

Graduation ceremonies for area high schools are underway, with several already completed and others scheduled in the coming days

A low church building with a white cross, an empty parking lot, and trees under a blue sky.

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church welcomes new pastor

Pastor Sam Handschke to begin ministry in June

A Carrolton Elementary School sign beside a sidewalk, street, and landscaped planting bed.

Carrollton BOE reviews test gains, end-of-year updates

Officials report improved scores, recognize students, approve staffing and summer programs

A conductor stands facing a seated orchestra performing on stage.

Edison band director retires after 25 years

The longtime band director took his final bow at the spring concert

Perrysville Church to hold revival

Services will be held at 7 p.m. each evening at the church, 88 Amsterdam Road SE, state Route 164, Scio

Outdoor grassy site with black containers, a blue utility vehicle, and a wooded hill in the background.

Adena officials discuss dumpster misuse

Residents who pay for trash service are upset when others use the dumpsters without paying

Senate passes bill honoring Trooper Cayton

A graduate of Carrollton High School, Cayton served in the Ohio Army National Guard before beginning a 13-year career with the Ohio State Highway Patrol

Courtroom with participants discussing legal matters.

Emery final pretrial reset for June 30

Two defendants who appeared in court had their cases resolved after pleading guilty

Special Olympics coordinator updates Rotary on summer games, local participation

Hodgson spoke about her role in helping Carroll County residents qualify to participate in the Special Olympics Ohio State Summer Games

Carrollton event to offer confidential STI testing

Services will include a variety of screenings and immediate treatment options or referrals

Business

Jumper Ring Stables owner has a love of horses in her bloodline

Local stable combines family legacy, training programs and racehorse rehabilitation

Carroll Electric names Hoffman president and CEO

Hoffman joins Carroll Electric with 20 years of experience in the electric cooperative industry

Romich Foundation Makerspace supports Wayne County nonprofits

Makerspace provides donated products, materials and equipment access

Ladies Night Out brings decade-themed fun to Wooster

Free May 21 event includes music, vendors, shopping specials and swag bags

Golden Acres marks 20 years of raising family companions

Local breeder reflects on passion, growth and two decades of connecting families with golden retrievers

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Park District opens Tumble Bug Trailhead at Chippewa Lake Park

Holmes County GRIT expands for summer

H15 in Millersburg remains faithful 10 years into the dream

Herren matches state softball home run record

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Adena officials discuss dumpster misuse

Freeport man discovers massive beehive while turkey hunting

SAR chapter to dedicate marker for Revolutionary War patriot

Deersville fire department introduces K-9 Hawkeye

Nurses receive DAISY Award

Culbertson to continue football career at Ohio Northern

Cadiz Women’s Golf League opens season

First-time candidate Kirtley wins Democratic nomination

Ohio hunters harvest 13,496 wild turkeys

Harrison Central boys place second at OVAC track championships

Hartville seeks applicants for open Village Council seat

Knox County Chamber of Commerce announces McCartney as new executive director

Leesville plans Memorial Day celebration

Civil War monument to be restored in New Philadelphia

Walsh University names James Monaghan vice president for academic affairs

Debbie Kiley named new dog shelter operations director in Medina County

First-time candidate Kirtley wins Democratic nomination

Fredericktown softball finishes regular season on high note

Offense leads Centerburg baseball to pair of victories

Danville softball clinches share of KMAC title

Proper, Cline birds of a feather for Lady Knights

Tuscarawas County Sports Hall of Fame to induct Class of 2026

Holmes County GRIT expands for summer

H15 in Millersburg remains faithful 10 years into the dream

Pomerene celebrates 2026 DAISY Award winner Renee Conkle

Tuscarawas County Sports Hall of Fame to induct Class of 2026

Pregnancy, parenting center opens in Carrollton

YMCA opens Holmes County child care

Premier of ‘Peter’s Train’ puts hope, joy to music

Large-scale emergency drill tests county response

Golden Acres marks 20 years of raising family companions

Local moms share heartfelt Mother's Day reflections

Inter-Valley Conference faces shakeup as 3 schools depart

Report details repeated violations at Dennison Disposal injection wells

Carroll Grand Jury returns indictments

Savage wins Ohio Mid-Amateur golf tournament

Freeport man discovers massive beehive while turkey hunting

Tuscarawas County Sports Hall of Fame to induct Class of 2026

New Philadelphia officials hear airport hangar proposal

Carrollton approves zoning change, school property replat

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church welcomes new pastor

Fontana secures Democratic nomination for Ohio House District 51

Cheers to Farmers Markets

A wish I regret

Mental health support starts locally

They’re Coming to Take Me Away

CHS seniors built an unusual class project 60 years ago

Scam websites targeting travelers booking airline tickets

Christian — you began in grace, continue in grace

Coshocton Health District promotes mental health awareness

Shaping our lives through science

Save the date for Hartville’s Art in the Park celebration June 6

West Holmes FFA wraps up a busy year of activity

SAR chapter to dedicate marker for Revolutionary War patriot

Columbia Gas hosts Coshocton art showcase

St. Jacob’s sends Pastor Angel Jackson on sabbatical

Area schools prepare for commencement ceremonies

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church welcomes new pastor

Carrollton BOE reviews test gains, end-of-year updates

Edison band director retires after 25 years

Perrysville Church to hold revival

Adena officials discuss dumpster misuse

Senate passes bill honoring Trooper Cayton

Emery final pretrial reset for June 30

Special Olympics coordinator updates Rotary on summer games, local participation

Carrollton event to offer confidential STI testing

Jumper Ring Stables owner has a love of horses in her bloodline

Carroll Electric names Hoffman president and CEO

Romich Foundation Makerspace supports Wayne County nonprofits

Ladies Night Out brings decade-themed fun to Wooster

Golden Acres marks 20 years of raising family companions

How to prepare to be an executor of an estate

BBB warns of e-signature email scams

Understanding the Social Security breakeven age