North Central Ohio News
6 days ago
Mansfield kicks off March with Maple Festivals, Shawshank screenings, and ‘After-Dark’ history

March brings a surge of tourism to Richland County with the 49th Annual Maple Festival at Malabar Farm, a free screening of The Shawshank Redemption, and the return of downtown’s First Friday Live.

Court/Crime
1 week ago
Judge to victim: “Nothing in this case is your fault”…Wareham sentenced

A Bucyrus man was sentenced in Crawford County Common Pleas Court after a jury found him guilty of exploiting and terrorizing a child over several months.

Podcasts
1 week ago
Community Spotlight: “Digital Dopamine”: Local prevention experts link rising youth depression to screen addiction

With 33% of Crawford County youth reporting significant depressive symptoms, Marion/Crawford Prevention Programs are warning parents about the addictive “dopamine loop” caused by excessive screen time and social media.

Local
1 week ago
Bucyrus Police Department honors Officer of the Year

Bucyrus Police Chief Jon Dorsey has named K-9 Officer Devin Wireman as the 2025 Officer of the Year, honoring his exceptional dedication and community service.

Government
1 week ago
Governor DeWine announces new child wellness campuses to keep children closer to home

Governor Mike DeWine and the Ohio Department of Children and Youth have announced $20 million in funding to establish and expand six child wellness campuses providing local therapeutic care for youth with complex needs.

Photos
1 week ago
GALLERY: 53rd Annual Rotary Pancake Day

Photos from the 53rd Annual Rotary Pancake Breakfast

Court/Crime
1 week ago
Half pound of meth and firearms seized in Crawford County traffic stop; 2 arrested

Two Mansfield men face drug and child endangerment charges after a METRICH-assisted traffic stop in Crawford County led to the seizure of a half-pound of methamphetamine, firearms, and over $7,000 in cash.

Local
1 week ago
Chain-reaction crash on US 30 sends one to hospital

A multi-vehicle crash involving two semi-trucks and a passenger car on US 30 near State Route 602 left one man injured and sparked a vehicle fire Monday morning.

Podcasts
1 week ago
Crawford County History Alliance to kick off ‘America 250’ in Crestline

Local historians are gathering at The Hub in Crestline on March 1 to launch the county’s official “America 250” celebrations, coinciding with the birthdays of both Ohio and Crawford County.

Education
1 week ago
Crawford Park District announces February Astronomy events and winter wildflower hikes

The Crawford Park District is inviting the community to explore the cosmos and local wetlands this month through a series of family-friendly astronomy workshops and a guided skunk cabbage hike.