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Ashland’s Main Street ignites with Christmas spirit 

Lauren Gulden, News & Features Editor December 9, 2024

The annual Ashland Christmas Parade took place on Sunday, Dec. 7 at 6 p.m. Citizens of the town lined Ashland’s Main Street and neighboring roads as the lights and music began.  The different...

City of Ashland Breaks Guinness World Record 

City of Ashland Breaks Guinness World Record 

Riley Bennett and Katelyn Meeks December 5, 2024

On Dec. 1, 2024, Ashland, Ohio, was officially awarded the Guinness World Record for the largest display of illuminated metal structures or sculptures.  Not only did Ashland secure the record, but...

The basketball court at the Kroc Center.

A Deeper understanding of the Salvation Army  

Riley Bennett, Reporter December 4, 2024

The Kroc Center is a place where all can worship, have access to free meals, volunteer services, and childcare.   Joan Kroc—wife of Ray Kroc the founder of McDonalds — donated the funds of $1.5...

The two groups will be presenting “The Sound of Music.” 

AU’s fall play: a hopelessly, passionately, and “Earnest” success  

Aubrey Wood, Reporter November 13, 2024

In the first weekend of November, the Ashland University Department of Theater performed “The Importance of Being Earnest.”   The production was directed by Associate Professor of Theatre, Dr....

A spotlight on Ashland County’s Cancer Association 

A spotlight on Ashland County’s Cancer Association 

Riley Bennett, Reporter October 31, 2024

“Where there is help, there is hope,” is the motto that the Ashland County Cancer Association lives by.   This locally funded group helps any person with a cancer diagnosis that lives in Ashland...

A photo of the event taking place.

Trunk or Treat provides excitement for the youth of Ashland  

Chloe Kovinchick, Reporter October 27, 2024

On Oct. 21 Donley Ford Ashland, just hosted their first trunk or treat. At the event, there were many participants and activities for families.  The event was filled with Halloween spirit; everyone...

Crane lifts one of the antennas to the library rooftop. 

Verizon Upgrades Antenna on the Ashland University’s Library Rooftop 

Dana Krukovska , Design Editor October 19, 2024

Verizon is upgrading the wireless network equipment installed at the rooftop of the Archer Library to improve the service.  Installation is being done by Axiom Wireless, a wireless construction company,...

The archway leading onto the campus of Ashland University.

Breaking: Ashland University announces new president

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor March 27, 2024

Ashland University announces its 31st president, Jon Parrish Peede, former chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities.  According to a press release from AU, Peede will begin his role as...

Ashland St. Patrick’s Day parade to take place on Saturday

Kylie Van Dine, Reporter March 16, 2024

“St. Patrick's Day is on Sunday, March 17; we had a lot of deliberation, but we've come to the conclusion that we're going to celebrate Saint Patrick's Day in style here in the city of Ashland on Saturday,...

The Ashland University swimming and diving competes in the campus' recreational center.

Two members of AU Swim and Dive team charged with theft, pleaded not guilty to charge 

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor January 14, 2024

Freshmen members of the Ashland University Swim and Dive Team have been accused of stealing around $1,300 worth of goods from Walmart, according to court documents from the Ashland County Court of Common...

 Informational flyer for the TAFT program. 

AU’s TAFT Mentor Program provides hope for struggling students 

Graham Scott, Reporter October 19, 2023

AU GIVS, together with the Ashland Center for Non-Violence, have begun this year’s TAFT Mentoring Program at Taft Intermediate School, which aims to provide academic help and developmental assistance...

Andre and his parents, Jeremy and Kim Harrison.

Ashland High School senior passes away on Tuesday due to overdose

Brittany Wachtel, Reporter October 4, 2023

Ashland High School senior Andre Harrison passed away Tuesday night due to a fentanyl-related drug overdose.  Jeremy Harrison, Andre’s father posted a statement to Facebook on Wednesday morning.   “Our...

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