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Former Carrollton schools treasurer sentenced to 18 months in prison for theft in office

Judge Repella cites breach of community trust in sentencing Amy Spears; restitution set at $22,620 with eligibility for early release based on conduct

Mount Vernon Lions Club celebrates 55 years of service — and the Gutridges’ lifetime of giving

Joe and Donna Gutridge honored for decades of dedication as the club’s founders continue to inspire volunteerism and community impact across Knox County.

Woodring marks 45 years teaching Holmes County students about the value of trees

Longtime forestry educator continues to inspire fifth-graders at the Tom Graham Farm Tour with lessons on conservation, sustainability and Ohio’s thriving woodlands.

Fitness Factory in Dover builds community and confidence

Owner Alyson Riley creates an inclusive space with diverse classes, modern design, and events supporting local causes

THE LATEST

NEWS

Carroll County DD Board clarifies levy decision

Superintendent Matt Campbell says board voted to again reduce collection by half mill for 2026, not delay levy renewal

Holmes County approves property tax relief for qualifying seniors

Commissioners adopt new homestead exemption expected to save low-income seniors $300–$400 annually; October also proclaimed Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Wooster Community Hospital Home Health named top 20% nationally for patient care

Team earns SHPBest “Superior Performer” award for excellence in patient experience, marking its second consecutive year of national recognition

Medina Mavens survey school board candidates ahead of election

Nonpartisan group shares questionnaire responses to help voters make informed decisions on education and community issues

Harrison County Commissioners declare October Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Resolution 37-25 supports Tri-County Help Center’s 31 Days 31 Ways campaign and community outreach to end abuse

Body discovered near railroad tracks in Carroll County

Sheriff’s Office says man was not struck by train; investigation ongoing pending autopsy results

MVNU recognizes Napier and Dove with Excellence in the Call awards

Quarterly honor celebrates faculty and staff who exemplify service, innovation, and leadership at Mount Vernon Nazarene University.

SPORTS

Week 8 H.S. football preview: Matchups and players to watch

Capsules of games featuring area teams entering key contests with league, playoff implications

PAC football race tightens as Triway, Manchester and Northwest eye conference crown

Titans look to stay alive in title hunt with Week 8 showdown; Orrville battles hard in loss to Northwest, while Northwestern’s Harper shines in goal

Wooster, Triway volleyball teams set for postseason challenges after OHSAA draw

Lady Generals earn No. 9 seed in Division I Northeast District; PAC champion Triway looks to extend momentum as No. 8 seed in Division V tournament

Wooster-area soccer teams learn postseason paths in OHSAA tournament draw

Wooster boys earn No. 13 seed in Division II, Triway opens at home in Division IV; Lady Generals and Lady Titans also prepare for challenging brackets

Wayne County soccer teams prepare for postseason push after OHSAA tournament draw

Central Christian boys earn No. 2 seed in Division V; Orrville, Smithville, and Waynedale squads open with home matchups in competitive district brackets

ACROSS OHIO | TRENDING STORIES FROM OUR REGIONS

OPINION

Housebroken

Column: From cool mornings to hot afternoons: Ohio’s seasonal struggle

As leaves turn and nights cool, the on-again, off-again heat tests wardrobes and patience with winter waiting in the wings.

Good News

Column: Living on full, not empty

Pastor Ken Staley urges believers to seek things above and find strength in Christ’s promises

Pastor's Pen

The Gospel is God’s solution to our sin problem

Pastor Scott Welch outlines the biblical message of salvation through Jesus Christ, emphasizing faith, repentance and new life.

The View From Here

Column: The Apple Dumpling Gang

From failed dumplings to pie memories, family traditions — and Mama Jo’s desserts — remind us that comfort food comes with stories as sweet as the treats themselves.

Weekly Blessing

Column: Rejoicing as Jesus calms our storms

A reflection on trust, God’s love, and shelter in times of fear

LIFE AND CULTURE

Artist Sarah Gabric brings color and imagination to Kudos in October

Mount Vernon painter and poet blends nature, emotion, and storytelling in vivid works featured as Kudos Art Co-op’s October Artist of the Month; public reception set for Oct. 16.

Cleveland Ballet’s ‘Dracula’ cast to visit Medina Acme for Halloween photo event

Shoppers can meet dancers in costume Oct. 13 ahead of Playhouse Square performances of Dracula & Code of Silence

Wayne County FFA students dig into the science of soil

Nearly 100 participants learn hands-on lessons in land use, conservation and agriculture during annual soil judging contest

Ohio Star Theater to present new Bible-based musical

Funding will support overtime patrols and education through selective and impaired driving enforcement programs in 2025-26.

Holmes County Home auction raises more than $300,000 with support from across the U.S.

Annual fundraiser draws bidders from multiple states as community generosity fuels better care, amenities and family-style living for residents.

Fair event draws out-of-town competitors

Ashland’s Ben Hastings takes top honors in men’s draft pony hitch show, continuing a 20-year family tradition

COMMUNITY MATTERS

Garaway High School welcomes new members to Wall of Fame

Garaway honors standout athletes, coaches, contributors and historic relay team at Sept. 26 induction ceremony.

Greentown UMC to host shoebox packing party for Operation Christmas Child Oct. 18–19

Volunteers invited to help fill boxes with toys, school supplies and hygiene items for children worldwide; last year’s effort packed over 600 shoeboxes.

Medina High School prepares for homecoming parade, game and fireworks

Festivities kick off Oct. 9 with parade and Powderpuff game, leading to Friday night matchup against Brunswick

Tech Expo empowers attendees with tools for greater independence

Event hosted by Medina and Summit County DD boards highlights innovations supporting accessibility and inclusion

Otterbein UMC announces fall drive-thru soup sale Oct. 25

Quart-size homemade soups available by preorder; deadline to order is Oct. 19.

Holmes County Sheriff’s Office receives $40K federal grant for traffic safety enforcement

Funding will support overtime patrols and education through selective and impaired driving enforcement programs in 2025-26.

Scio council approves alley paving by 3-2 vote despite concerns over priorities

Project near Main Street to cost $8,360 as administrator updates on reclamation, sanitation and winter salt supply

JD Long

Carroll County Municipal Court cases for week of Oct. 5

Judge Gary L. Willen

Malvern Boy Scout Troop 155 celebrates action-packed summer of camps, awards and adventures

Scouts earn merit badges in Ontario and at Seven Ranges, with Karsen Farmer and Anderson Myers receiving top honors

Harrison County Health Department Fall Fest brings community together for health and fun

Event draws more than 200 attendees with Touch-A-Truck, blood drive, food vendors and public health resources

BUSINESS

Lake Varsity Diner celebrates 20 years of “happy days” in Uniontown

Community favorite marks two decades with open house, giveaways, and all-American flair at its nostalgic 1950s-style diner.

Logivision to host Customer Appreciation Day, celebrate new Winesburg facility

The technology solutions company invites the public Oct. 10 for lunch, tours and connection as it marks a decade of growth and community partnerships.

DRP Truck & Equipment joins Hyundai Construction Equipment dealer network

Eastern Ohio dealer expands offerings across nine counties with full line of Hyundai machinery and support services.

Age of Steam Roundhouse honored for locomotive restoration

HeritageRail Alliance recognizes museum’s work on Bessemer & Lake Erie No. 643 with 2025 national award.

Wayne Door to host grand opening of new Sugarcreek headquarters Oct. 10

Event features ribbon cutting, food trucks and tours of expanded showroom celebrating more than 50 years of local service

COLUMNISTS

Youth leadership class explores lessons from Coshocton’s small businesses

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Your Ohio News

Former Carrollton schools treasurer sentenced to 18 months in prison for theft in office

Mount Vernon Lions Club celebrates 55 years of service — and the Gutridges’ lifetime of giving

Woodring marks 45 years teaching Holmes County students about the value of trees

Fitness Factory in Dover builds community and confidence

THE LATEST

Week 8 H.S. football preview: Matchups and players to watch

Cub Scouts return to Conotton Valley with launch of new Pack 146

Harrison County Commissioners declare October Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Harrison County Health Department Fall Fest brings community together for health and fun

Harrison Central boys soccer sees tough stretch

Lady Huskies snap skid, face tough week on the field

Road work progresses on U.S. 22 and U.S. 250 projects in Harrison County

Scio council approves alley paving by 3-2 vote despite concerns over priorities

Lakeland Academy teacher Desiree Bender finds purpose in guiding and inspiring students

Mental Health and Recovery Board issues 2025 annual report for tri-county region

NEWS

Carroll County DD Board clarifies levy decision

Holmes County approves property tax relief for qualifying seniors

Wooster Community Hospital Home Health named top 20% nationally for patient care

Medina Mavens survey school board candidates ahead of election

Harrison County Commissioners declare October Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Body discovered near railroad tracks in Carroll County

MVNU recognizes Napier and Dove with Excellence in the Call awards

SPORTS

Week 8 H.S. football preview: Matchups and players to watch

PAC football race tightens as Triway, Manchester and Northwest eye conference crown

Wooster, Triway volleyball teams set for postseason challenges after OHSAA draw

Wooster-area soccer teams learn postseason paths in OHSAA tournament draw

Wayne County soccer teams prepare for postseason push after OHSAA tournament draw

ACROSS OHIO | TRENDING STORIES FROM OUR REGIONS

Lake Varsity Diner celebrates 20 years of “happy days” in Uniontown

Woodring marks 45 years teaching Holmes County students about the value of trees

Artist Sarah Gabric brings color and imagination to Kudos in October

Wayne County FFA students dig into the science of soil

Holmes County Home auction raises more than $300,000 with support from across the U.S.

Mount Vernon Lions Club celebrates 55 years of service — and the Gutridges’ lifetime of giving

Fitness Factory in Dover builds community and confidence

Retired teacher to share Peace Corps experience

New signs at Barnes Preserve educate visitors on wildlife and habitat

Highland turns canceled homecoming game into night of community pride and celebration

Body discovered near railroad tracks in Carroll County

DRP Truck & Equipment joins Hyundai Construction Equipment dealer network

Column: Tuscarawas County lost a true treasure last week

Former Carrollton schools treasurer sentenced to 18 months in prison for theft in office

Carrollton woman indicted in sex case involving 98-year-old patient

OHSAA announces 2025 boys and girls soccer tournament brackets

Vice President J.D. Vance’s mother shares addiction recovery journey in Carrollton

YMCA members participated in National Senior Games

ODNR stocking 20,000 muskies in nine Ohio lakes this fall

Concerns about New Philadelphia school levy

OPINION

Column: From cool mornings to hot afternoons: Ohio’s seasonal struggle

Column: Living on full, not empty

The Gospel is God’s solution to our sin problem

Column: The Apple Dumpling Gang

Column: Rejoicing as Jesus calms our storms

LIFE AND CULTURE

Artist Sarah Gabric brings color and imagination to Kudos in October

Cleveland Ballet’s ‘Dracula’ cast to visit Medina Acme for Halloween photo event

Wayne County FFA students dig into the science of soil

Ohio Star Theater to present new Bible-based musical

Holmes County Home auction raises more than $300,000 with support from across the U.S.

Fair event draws out-of-town competitors

COMMUNITY MATTERS

Garaway High School welcomes new members to Wall of Fame

Greentown UMC to host shoebox packing party for Operation Christmas Child Oct. 18–19

Medina High School prepares for homecoming parade, game and fireworks

Tech Expo empowers attendees with tools for greater independence

Otterbein UMC announces fall drive-thru soup sale Oct. 25

Holmes County Sheriff’s Office receives $40K federal grant for traffic safety enforcement

Scio council approves alley paving by 3-2 vote despite concerns over priorities

Carroll County Municipal Court cases for week of Oct. 5

Malvern Boy Scout Troop 155 celebrates action-packed summer of camps, awards and adventures

Harrison County Health Department Fall Fest brings community together for health and fun

BUSINESS

Lake Varsity Diner celebrates 20 years of “happy days” in Uniontown

Logivision to host Customer Appreciation Day, celebrate new Winesburg facility

DRP Truck & Equipment joins Hyundai Construction Equipment dealer network

Age of Steam Roundhouse honored for locomotive restoration