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Killbuck man charged following pursuit in Holmes and Coshocton counties
KILLBUCK − The Holmes County Sheriff's Office has released the name of a Killbuck man involved in a high-speed traffic chase that came into Coshocton County Tuesday evening. A news release stated Caleb M. Johnson, 19, has been arrested and charged with felony fleeing and eluding of officers, unlawful restraint and was wanted on two outstanding warrants. According to the Holmes County Clerk of Courts, Johnson was charged in June with driving under a financial responsibility act...
5 Dayton-area men arrested after high-speed chase starts in Ashland, rolls through Richland County
ASHLAND — Five Dayton-area men are in the Ashland County jail after a high-speed chase began in Ashland and reached all the way to the I-270 outerbelt of Columbus, according to a press release from the Ashland Police Department. With assistance from surrounding agencies, suspects, Sir Christon Spencer Unique...
All-Daily Record 23-24: Shelby Vaughn the clear choice for Girls Soccer Player of the Year
Player of the Year: Shelby Vaughn, Norwayne When Shelby Vaughn walked off the pitch for the final time, she walked off as one of the area’s top two players to ever play, right beside Wooster legend Jen Philippon. The debates can rage over who was better, but the two players left their mark on the area's soccer scene in equally impressive ways. Vaughn’s knowledge of the game, her ability to break down defenders, attack at will, turn...
Recent Developments At The Ohio State University
As Richland County is home to a regional campus of The Ohio State University and very much part of the university community, we occasionally take the opportunity to provide updates on all things OSU. Here are three recent news items from the state’s flagship institution of higher education:. 24...
Cremation wall for veterans planned at Mansfield Cemetery
A changing public attitude toward burial and cremation will mean a new look for the veterans Honor Grounds area of the Mansfield Cemetery. Richland County commissioners on Tuesday approved the transfer of $270,000 from the Veterans Service Commission’s sinking or reserve funds to its burial account to develop a columbarium or cremation wall...
5 things to do in NEO: BorderLight Festival, Akron Art Expo and more
BorderLight Theatre Festival takes over Playhouse Square in Cleveland this week, offering a diverse collection of indoor and outdoor theatrical performances. Attendees can explore national, international and fringe productions. Enjoy shows across many genres, including Alex Kern’s comedy “Thank you so Much for Coming,” the rock odyssey “Future Perfect” and Lucretia Stenson’s circus show “Fly Girl” about self-discovery. On Saturday, families can enjoy performances and activities designed for all ages. Festivities run through Saturday evening.
5 in custody after multi-county chase that ended near I-270 & Cemetery Road
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Five people are in custody following a pursuit that started in Ashland and ended in the Columbus area Wednesday evening. Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers were notified that Ashland police officers were pursuing a vehicle that was involved in a robbery, according to an OSHP statement.
Salute to Wayne County probation officers and their role in providing public safety
Probation officers work behind the scenes, and their contributions are frequently overshadowed by more visible figures in law enforcement and corrections. Yet, these dedicated people play a vital role in fostering public safety and transforming lives. They are the bridge between incarceration and successful reintegration into society. Their work encompasses responsibilities beyond the supervision...
Mid-Ohio ESC hiring substitute teachers for 2024-2025 school year
MANSFIELD – As the start of the school year approaches, the need for substitute teachers is great. Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center is looking for substitute teachers to work in a number of area school districts. Jennifer Reed, Mid-Ohio ESC Human Resource Director, said substitute teachers play a pivotal role...
Columbus steak house acquired by owner of Hilliard's Starliner Diner
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A Columbus steak house that's been in business for nearly 60 years is now under new ownership. York Steak House, located on West Broad Street, was acquired by the owner of Starliner Diner, a Hilliard hotspot that's known for its colorful interior and award-winning breakfast. In...
Dillon Gabriel Had Conversations with Ohio State in the Transfer Portal, But Decided Oregon Had “Everything That I Was Looking For”
Ohio State had conversations with Dillon Gabriel about becoming its quarterback for the 2024 season before Will Howard transferred to OSU. Gabriel was one of several quarterbacks Ohio State contacted after it decided to pursue a transfer quarterback this past winter, but the Oklahoma transfer chose to take his talents to Oregon instead.
Juvenile judge shares frustration, discusses evolving fight against teen crime
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Three teens were charged in the death of a young mom who died after she was thrown off her car as it was being stolen while her young son was in the back seat. Alexa Stakley's case is one of many ABC6 has covered as...
Future Ontario Raising Cane’s poised to take over current Denny’s site
ONTARIO — Raising Cane’s is completing a traffic study with plans for a restaurant in Ontario at 720 N. Lexington Springmill Road. The site currently hosts Denny’s, which has operated at the property since 1979. Raising Cane’s plans to demolish the current structure to build a 48,500 square feet restaurant with a drive-thru.
Granville school district science teachers pave the way for environmental education
Dustin Grime is no stranger to showing kids how exciting science can be. From building model rockets and engineering toothpick bridges to analyzing microorganisms under a microscope, the sixth-grade science teacher at Granville Intermediate School said teaching “is more about facilitating experiences” for his students. Last year, Grime...
Ohio school closed for radioactive material being sold ‘as-is’
PIKETON, Ohio (WDTN) — A vacant school in southern Ohio has caught the attention of people across the U.S. as it heads for auction. On Saturday Aug. 17, Zahn’s Corner Middle School in Piketon will be auctioned. The listing displays the 53,000 square foot building, on around 9.83 acres, selling for a minimum of $270,000. […]
Mansfield man's bond set at $2 million in connection with double homicide on Oct. 27
A second Mansfield man has been charged with murder in connection with a double homicide Oct. 27 at 810 Ferndale Ave. A $2 million cash or surety bond was set Wednesday during a bindover bond hearing in Richland County Common Pleas Court for Edonnez Jermaine Williams, 18, who was a juvenile in October. ...
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