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Local
6 months ago
Major U.S. 30 bridge replacement project to trigger long-term lane closures near SR 98

Starting March 2, motorists on U.S. 30 will face narrow 11-foot lanes and a reduced speed zone as crews begin a multi-year project to replace the bridges over the Norfolk Southern Railroad.

North Central Ohio News
6 months 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
6 months 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
6 months 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
6 months 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
7 months 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
7 months ago
GALLERY: 53rd Annual Rotary Pancake Day

Photos from the 53rd Annual Rotary Pancake Breakfast

Court/Crime
7 months 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
7 months 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
7 months 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.