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Local
10 months ago
Wynford Local Schools windmills being removed today; no cost to district

Power Grid Partners is removing the two wind turbines from Wynford school grounds today after determining that repair costs for the structures exceeded their value.

Court/Crime
10 months ago
91 pounds of suspected methamphetamine seized in Mansfield drug bust

The METRICH Enforcement Unit seized 91 pounds of methamphetamine and arrested Emmanuel Washington during a high-profile drug raid at a Mansfield residence on Monday.

Education
10 months ago
TurboCert Students kick off Spring 2026 with career-focused Fridays

High school students in the Crawford Success Center’s TurboCert program are earning industry credentials in 5G, robotics, and phlebotomy to jumpstart their careers before graduation.

Court/Crime
10 months ago
Crawford County arraignment: high-speed New Year’s Day pursuit damages police cruisers

Chaz E. Akers, 39, was arraigned in Crawford County on a $200,000 bond after a high-speed New Year’s Day pursuit in a stolen 2024 Dodge Ram that left three police cruisers damaged.

Business
10 months ago
Bucyrus-Based Crossroads Family of Companies acquires The Grandparent Gift Co.

Bucyrus-based Crossroads Family of Companies has acquired The Grandparent Gift Co., expanding its reach in the sentimental gift market with memorial collections and handmade glass keepsakes.

Picture of author Reegyn Maree holding her book.
Lifestyle
10 months ago
Colonel Crawford Graduate writes book: I Called Myself a Christian

Discover the inspiring journey of Reegyn Maree (Goyer) in her new book, I Called Myself a Christian, a deeply personal exploration of faith and identity edited by Colonel Crawford High School teacher Andy Cochran.

Alphabet on a chalkboard with books
Education
10 months ago
Galion City Schools announces Blended Learning Pilot

Galion City Schools is proposing a three-year Blended Learning Pilot that introduces a Tuesday–Friday instructional week to enhance student support and career readiness.

Local
10 months ago
Suspect arrested after high-speed chase on New Year’s Day

Chaz Eric Akers, 39, was booked into the Crawford County Jail following a high-speed pursuit on New Year’s Day involving a stolen 2024 Dodge Ram and multiple damaged police cruisers.

Podcasts
10 months ago
Community Spotlight: Crawford Park District issues call for new generation of volunteers

Lori Morey of the Crawford Park District highlights the critical need for community volunteers to support local trails, citizen science, and upcoming nature programs in 2026.

Education
10 months ago
Renaissance Theatre announces auditions for Mansfield Youth Theatre production of ‘Shrek Jr.’

The Renaissance Theatre in Mansfield will hold open auditions for ages 9–18 for its upcoming youth production of “Shrek, The Musical, Jr.” on January 25 and 26.