North Central Ohio News
3 weeks ago
An introduction to Shelby Reverend Mayor Steven L. Schag

Shelby Mayor Steven L. Schag, 70, was named the 2025 Elected Official of the Year by the District 5 Area Agency On Aging for his decade of service to the Shelby, Ohio, community.

Business
3 weeks ago
Ohio Mutual receives A.M. Best “A” rating for 33rd consecutive year

Ohio Mutual Insurance Group in Bucyrus, OH, earns an “A” (Excellent) Financial Strength Rating from A.M. Best for the 33rd consecutive year.

Regional
4 weeks ago
ICE operation at Mount Vernon restaurant leads to employee detentions

Pancho’s Tacos in Mount Vernon was the site of a federal ICE operation Thursday where several employees were detained.

Entertainment
4 weeks ago
Free concert: AFM Local 159 Band, Symphony Chorus to host ‘Veterans’ Salute’ at Renaissance Theatre

The Renaissance Theatre will host a free “Veterans’ Salute” concert on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at 2:30 PM, featuring the AFM Local 159 Concert Band and the Mansfield Symphony Chorus to honor local veterans.

Court/Crime
4 weeks ago
Judge sentences Bryce Witchey to 19½ years for child exploitation crimes

Richland County Judge Brent Robinson sentenced Bryce Witchey to 19½ years in prison—significantly exceeding the recommended 12 years—after Witchey pleaded guilty to 31 counts, including 30 counts of illegal use of a minor in nudity-oriented material.

North Central Ohio News
4 weeks ago
Coming Home: Local Doctors return to Ashland, Mansfield to care for communities

OhioHealth Primary Care physicians Dr. Matthew Kochheiser and Dr. Brittany Coovert return to their north central Ohio hometowns to provide community-focused family medicine, specializing in preventative care and chronic illness management.

Local
4 weeks ago
Crawford County celebrates heritage tree planting as part of America 250-Ohio commemoration

Crawford County officially kicked off its America 250-Ohio celebration by planting a Heritage Swamp White Oak at Heckert Nature Preserve, symbolizing unity and legacy for the nation’s 250th anniversary.

Entertainment
1 month ago
Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course announces five major events for 65th season in 2026

The Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course celebrates its 65th season with a five-event 2026 schedule featuring the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, IMSA sports cars, and back-to-back motorcycle weekends.

Education
1 month ago
OhioHealth nursing leader Stacy Pope named NCSC Alumnus of the Year

Two-time North Central State College graduate and OhioHealth Nursing Excellence Manager Stacy Pope, MSN, RN, was honored as the college’s 2025 Alumnus of the Year for her distinguished 25-year career, Magnet designation leadership, and dedication to mentoring.

Lifestyle
1 month ago
Senior holiday blues: 5 tips to combat loneliness and support mental health for older adults

Learn effective tips to combat the “holiday blues” and loneliness, ensuring mental health support and connection for seniors during the busy holiday season.