Local
2 weeks ago
Avita opens Jody M. Baker Cancer Center with ribbon cutting ceremony

The Avita Health System opened The Jode Cancer Center in Ontario, Ohio, providing comprehensive oncology services, advanced radiation therapy medical oncology, and an infusion suite for coordinated, patient-centered cancer care in Richland County.

Entertainment
3 weeks ago
Richland Academy presents The Nutcracker, featuring local dancers and professional guests

Richland Academy of the Arts will present Tchaikovsky’s classic The Nutcracker Ballet at the Renaissance Theatre on Saturday, Dec. 6, and Sunday, Dec. 7, featuring a talented cast of local students and returning guest artists from the Cleveland Ballet.

Local
3 weeks ago
Galion History Center invites guests to a festive evening of Christmas cookies and cocktails at historic Brownella Cottage

The Galion History Center hosts its Victorian Christmas Cookie & Cocktail Tours at Brownella Cottage on Friday, December 12, offering three limited-availability evening tours featuring holiday drinks and freshly baked cookies.

Local
3 weeks ago
Avita Health System receives visionary gift to name new cancer center – Jody M. Baker “Jode” Cancer Center

Avita Health System’s new $15 million, 20,000 square foot state-of-the-art cancer center in Ontario is named the Avita Ontario Jody M. Baker Cancer Center (“The Jode Cancer Center”) following a transformative $5 million gift from the Payne family.

Local
3 weeks ago
Two pets ready for adoption: sweet Boxer mix and affectionate cat await new homes

The Humane Society Serving Crawford County has two deserving residents available for adoption: Tucker, a friendly, 2-year-old Boxer mix who knows commands, and Titan, a 6.5-year-old affectionate cat with experience living alongside dogs.

Local
3 weeks ago
Avita Home Health and Hospice seeks donations for comfort blanket drive

In recognition of Hospice and Palliative Care Month and its 35th year of hospice care, Avita Home Health and Hospice has launched a blanket and yarn drive to provide handmade comfort items to new hospice patients.

Podcasts
4 weeks ago
Community Spotlight: AVITA Auxiliary Christmas Open House funds scholarships, patient comfort

The annual two-day Christmas Open House hosted by the AVITA Health System Bucyrus Auxiliary serves as a crucial fundraiser for student scholarships and essential patient comfort items for the hospital.

Health
4 weeks ago
Ohio Daylight Saving time change on Nov. 2 poses risk of increased sundowning and wandering for Alzheimer’s patients

Ohio caregivers for the 236,200 people with Alzheimer’s and dementia in the state must prepare for increased sundowning and wandering as the time change on November 2 shortens daylight, according to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Podcasts
1 month ago
Health Expert Shares Essential Tips for Safe Halloween: Focus on Candy, Allergies, and Carving Injuries

DNP Doug Schroer offers essential Halloween safety tips for parents, covering managing children’s candy intake, identifying allergy-safe treats (Teal Pumpkin Project), using FDA-approved face paint, and preventing injuries with pumpkin carving kits instead of sharp knives.

Local
1 month ago
Regional garden club meeting to showcase horticulture, celebrate heritage

The Ohio Association of Garden Clubs will host its “America 250-OHIO Style” region meeting and flower show on October 22nd in Bucyrus, featuring a free public performance by Johnny Appleseed.