Randy Bigley

As the News Director/Editor in Chief for the North Central Ohio Media Group, I lead our efforts to deliver local news and community information to the residents of Crawford County, Marion County, and surrounding areas through our radio and online news platforms.

North Central Ohio News
1 hour ago
Sheriff identifies suspect in North McElroy Road stabbing; victim flown to Cleveland

The Richland County Sheriff’s Office is searching for 34-year-old Zachary Michael Zeiter after a stabbing Wednesday afternoon left a victim in stable condition at a Cleveland hospital.

Podcasts
1 day ago
Marion Crawford Prevention Programs urges responsible holiday drinking and open parent-child communication

Marion Crawford Prevention Programs and Christy Eckert advise parents on responsible holiday alcohol use, stressing the need for parent-child communication about substance risks and the importance of designated drivers and a teen safe-exit strategy.

Weather
2 days ago
Frigid start to work week with wind chills below zero; rain looms Thursday

Sub-zero wind chills are forecast today before a mid-week warming trend brings rain and highs near 48 degrees by Thursday.

Local
2 days ago
Crawford Park District announces one-day closure of Sears Woods for controlled deer hunt

Sears Woods State Nature Preserve will be closed on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025, for a controlled deer hunt sponsored by the Crawford Park District and Division of Natural Areas and Preserves.

Local
4 days ago
Current Snow Levels

Current area snow levels.

Weather
4 days ago
Avita Health System Weekend Weather Forecast: heavy snow, frigid temps, and dangerous wind chills

Crawford County faces heavy snow showers, single-digit lows, and wind chills below zero this weekend.

North Central Ohio News
5 days ago
Stolen truck recovered from icy Mansfield lake two years after theft

A pickup truck reported stolen in 2023 was successfully recovered from North Lake Park in Mansfield Friday after a citizen drilling on the ice first located the submerged vehicle.

Local
6 days ago
Crawford County Dog Licensing begins for 2026; renewal deadline set for February 2

Crawford County Auditor Robyn Sheets announced the 2026 dog license registration is underway, with owners required to purchase an annual $18 tag by Feb. 2 to avoid penalties.

Podcasts
1 week ago
Community Spotlight: MTC breaks enrollment record, celebrates president’s 10-year growth

Marion Technical College announced a new record enrollment of nearly 3,700 students and highlighted a decade of significant growth under President Dr. Ryan McCall, alongside the launch of a new Early Childhood associate’s degree.

Podcasts
1 week ago
Community Spotlight: Pittman’s Cleaning and Restoration offers full range of services, 24/7 emergency response

Pittman’s Cleaning and Restoration, led by Darryl, offers comprehensive services including carpet, tile, and upholstery cleaning, alongside 24-hour emergency response for water, fire, and mold remediation across a broad central Ohio service area.

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