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.

Court/Crime
7 days ago
Trial of former Bucyrus City Councilwoman delayed For second time

Trial for former Bucyrus City Councilwoman Carolyn Shireman on telecommunications fraud and theft charges is postponed again to allow the defense time to hire an expert witness.

Podcasts
1 week ago
North Central State College Professor champions math and life skills in Bucyrus

Assistant Professor Sarah Rollo joins Community Spotlight to share how math instruction at North Central State College blends technical rigor with essential soft skills for student success.

Podcasts
1 week ago
Community Spotlight: Marion-Crawford Programs offer hope, training for suicide prevention

The Marion-Crawford Prevention Programs are promoting hope and education during National Suicide Prevention Month, emphasizing that suicide is preventable and urging community members to recognize warning signs and ask directly about suicidal thoughts.

Podcasts
1 week ago
Community Spotlight: Crawford County Health Department announces flu clinics, stresses October vaccination

The Crawford County Health Department is urging residents to get their flu shot in October, the ideal time to build immunity before the holidays, and is offering convenient drive-thru and walk-in clinics across the county.

Court/Crime
1 week ago
Mansfield Police investigate early morning shooting, clarify no link to Final Friday

Mansfield police are investigating an early morning shooting near North Diamond and East 4th streets, but confirm the incident was not related to the city’s Final Friday event and resulted in no injuries.

Local
2 weeks ago
United Way of North Central Ohio moving to permanent downtown Marion home

The United Way of North Central Ohio has purchased and is relocating its Marion office to a permanent, centrally located space at 198 E. Center Street on Oct. 1, ending its lease on temporary space.

news
2 weeks ago
Marion native Carly Augenstein returns to Palace Theatre stage for solo show

Marion native Carly Augenstein returns to her hometown to present her first-ever solo performance, “Isn’t She From Here? An Evening with Carly Augenstein,” at the Marion Palace Theater on Friday, Oct. 10.

Sports
2 weeks ago
Cardington Senior Wyatt Denney named Ohio State Marion Scholar Student of the Week

Cardington-Lincoln High School senior Wyatt Denney was named Ohio State Marion Scholar Student of the Week and awarded a $500 scholarship for his outstanding 3.90 GPA and achievements as a three-sport athlete in football, wrestling, and baseball.

news
2 weeks ago
GOAL Digital Academy launches evening support program for students, families

GOAL Digital Academy launched its Night Scholars Program on September 29, 2025, offering evening academic and technology support via Zoom every Monday through Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. to increase student success and family flexibility.

Regional
2 weeks ago
Critically endangered bongo born at Port Clinton Park

Critically endangered Mountain Bongo population gets a boost after a female calf was born at African Safari Wildlife Park in Port Clinton, Ohio, on July 14, 2025, marking the seventh birth since 2022.