At approximately 5:00 PM on May 12th, 2024, the Wooster Police Department received a call from individuals fishing near 609 Freedlander Rd., reporting the discovery of an adult female body in the creek.
Upon arrival, officers confirmed the presence of the deceased and secured the area. The body was subsequently transported to the Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner’s Office for further investigation.
The identity of the deceased has not been released, pending notification of next of kin. The Wooster Police Department extends condolences to the family and loved ones affected by the incident.
Captain Tony Lemmon of the Wooster Police Department stated that no further details will be disclosed at this time as the case remains under investigation.
Residents with any information relevant to the case are encouraged to contact the Wooster Police Department.
The Richland County Sheriff’s Office has issued a statement regarding the tragic death of 54-year-old inmate Rebecca Westfield, who passed away following a medical emergency in a booking cell.
According to the statement released on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at approximately 5:00 am, corrections staff and medical personnel responded to a call concerning Westfield, who was in custody at the Richland County Jail. Despite prompt life-saving efforts by the staff, Westfield succumbed shortly after being transported to Ohio-Health Mansfield Hospital.
Westfield had been detained since May 2, 2024, following the issuance of a bench warrant for a Bond Revocation out of Richland County Common Pleas Court. The circumstances surrounding her medical emergency and subsequent death remain under investigation by authorities.
ASHLAND COUNTY (Monday, May 13, 2024) State Route 89, between Glenn Street and Perry Township Road 395, will close Monday, May 20 for two consecutive culvert replacements.
The detour route will be SR 89 north to U.S. 30 west to SR 60 north to U.S. 42 north to U.S. 250 east to SR 89, and reverse.
Ashland Police Division Officers along with Ashland Fire Department & EMS responded to the intersection of E. 9th St. and Virginia Avenue for a motorcycle accident this evening.
One transported to UH Samaritan Medical Center for non-life-threatening injuries.
Matthew 25 Outreach Center of Ashland County Luray Lanes 647 E. Main St Ashland, OH
Drive through distribution starts at 10:00 am and ends at 1:00pm
Volunteers needed from 7:00am through 1:00pm
If you are willing to help lead this weekend, please come at 7 am and help. We have 6 regulars who will gone.
We provide food to anyone in need, while sharing God’s love and peace with all we encounter. This work requires the help of many volunteers ….. so bring your family, friends, neighbors, and your co-workers to join us as we distribute groceries to families in need of assistance.
Our FREE drive-through grocery distribution takes place from 10:00am – 1:00pm, in the parking lot of the Luray Lanes, located at 647 E. Main St, in Ashland. The entire distribution is outdoors so please dress for the weather. The bowling alley will be open, so we’ll have access to restrooms and to take a break from the weather, as needed.
If you would like to help with this FREE grocery distribution, please meet us Saturday, May 18th at
7:00am to help with the initial staging process, as our truckload of food arrives
7:00am to help direct traffic
8:00am to help package bulk foods into family size packages, to make ready for distribution
8:00am to help register every family that receives food (a quick training session is available)
8:00am to help with home deliveries (this requires the use of your personal vehicle) Not available to help us the 4th Saturday of each month? That’s OK ……
Please contact us if you are interested in delivering shelf stable food boxes to seniors located in Ashland County …. deliveries take place anytime throughout the month.
We have volunteer opportunities for people of all ages and all abilities! Please join us (and bring your friends) as we distribute FREE groceries and share God’s love with the people of Ashland County. We look forward to seeing you Saturday and pray that you’ll serve alongside us!
Blessings,
Matthew 25 Outreach Center Ashland Team www.m25oc.org
419-961-0110
The Richland County Sheriff’s Office has issued a statement regarding the tragic death of 54-year-old inmate Rebecca Westfield, who passed away following a medical emergency in a booking cell.
According to the statement released on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at approximately 5:00 am, corrections staff and medical personnel responded to a call concerning Westfield, who was in custody at the Richland County Jail. Despite prompt life-saving efforts by the staff, Westfield succumbed shortly after being transported to Ohio-Health Mansfield Hospital.
Westfield had been detained since May 2, 2024, following the issuance of a bench warrant for a Bond Revocation out of Richland County Common Pleas Court. The circumstances surrounding her medical emergency and subsequent death remain under investigation by authorities.
Ashland, OH – On May 10th, 2024, Ashland Detectives, in collaboration with the METRICH Enforcement Unit, conducted a search warrant at 512 Ray Ave as part of an ongoing drug investigation. The operation, supported by the Ashland Special Response Team, resulted in the arrest of Ryan Flickinger and the seizure of suspected illegal drugs and firearms.
The investigation, prompted by intelligence gathering, reflects law enforcement’s commitment to addressing drug-related concerns within the community. Following Flickinger’s arrest, he was placed in custody at the Ashland County Jail, pending further legal proceedings. The case is currently under review by the Ashland County Prosecutor.
Authorities expressed appreciation for community cooperation, encouraging residents to continue reporting suspected drug activities through the METRICH Crime Tip Hotline at 419-52-CRIME (419-522-7463) or via the METRICH Enforcement Unit mobile app.
For further inquiries, Detective Kody Hying can be reached at 419-289-3639 ext. 1039 or via email at hying.kody@ashland-ohio.com.
The successful execution of the search warrant highlights law enforcement’s ongoing efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of Ashland residents.
Matthew 25 Outreach Center of Ashland County Luray Lanes
647 E. Main St
Ashland, OH
Drive through distribution starts at 10:00 am and ends at 1:00pm
Volunteers needed from 7:00am through 1:00pm
If you are willing to help lead this weekend, please come at 7 am and help. We have 6 regulars who will gone.
We provide food to anyone in need, while sharing God’s love and peace with all we encounter. This work requires the help of many volunteers ….. so bring your family, friends, neighbors, and your co-workers to join us as we distribute groceries to families in need of assistance.
Our FREE drive-through grocery distribution takes place from 10:00am – 1:00pm, in the parking lot of the Luray Lanes, located at 647 E. Main St, in Ashland. The entire distribution is outdoors so please dress for the weather. The bowling alley will be open, so we’ll have access to restrooms and to take a break from the weather, as needed.
If you would like to help with this FREE grocery distribution, please meet us Saturday, May 18th at
7:00am to help with the initial staging process, as our truckload of food arrives
7:00am to help direct traffic
8:00am to help package bulk foods into family size packages, to make ready for distribution
8:00am to help register every family that receives food (a quick training session is available)
8:00am to help with home deliveries (this requires the use of your personal vehicle)
Not available to help us the 4th Saturday of each month? That’s OK ……
Please contact us if you are interested in delivering shelf stable food boxes to seniors located in Ashland County …. deliveries take place anytime throughout the month.
We have volunteer opportunities for people of all ages and all abilities! Please join us (and bring your friends) as we distribute FREE groceries and share God’s love with the people of Ashland County. We look forward to seeing you Saturday and pray that you’ll serve alongside us!
The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force is offering a reward for information which would lead to the capture of fugitive Mark Scaggs. Scaggs is wanted by the U.S. Marshals Service and the Richland County Sheriff’s Office for possession of fentanyl. Scaggs, 49, is described as a white male with bald/blond hair and green eyes, standing 6 feet 0 inches tall. Scaggs has ties to the city of Mansfield.
Mark Scaggs
The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force is offering a reward for information which would lead to the capture of fugitive Tracy Baker. Baker is wanted by the U.S. Marshals Service and the Richland County Sheriff’s Office for possession of drugs. Baker, 43, is described as a white female with blond hair and blue eyes, standing 5 feet 4 inches tall. Baker has ties to the cities of Mansfield and Ashland, OH
Tracy Baker
The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force is offering a reward for information which would lead to the capture of fugitive Drake Maynard. Maynard is wanted by the U.S. Marshals Service and the Richland County Sheriff’s Office for strangulation. Maynard, 24, is described as a white male with brown hair and brown eyes, standing 5 feet 10 inches tall. Maynard has ties to the city of Mansfield.
Drake Maynard
The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force is offering a reward for information which would lead to the capture of fugitive Jose Flores. Flores is wanted by the U.S. Marshals Service and the Richland County Sheriff’s Office for Rape. Flores, 45, is described as a Hispanic male with brown hair and brown eyes, standing 5 feet, 11 inches tall. Flores has ties to the cities of Mansfield, Bakersfield CA, and Fernley, NV.
Jose Flores
If you have any information in reference to Mark Scaggs, Tracy Baker, Drake Maynard, or Jose Flores, please contact the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force at 1-866-4WANTED or Text keyword WANTED and tip to 847411 (tip411). Tipsters can remain anonymous and reward money is available.
Ashland Regional Ballet (ARB) and Opus II Dance Studio will once again collaborate to bring the 42nd Annual Spring Dance Concert to the stage at Archer Auditorium on Saturday May 18th at 7:00 pm and Sunday May 19th at 2:00p.m. Dancers ranging in ages from 5 years through adult and hailing primarily from the Ashland/Mansfield/Wooster area will perform in this traditional event. The performance showcases the entire student body of Opus II Dance Studio in a variety of dances designed to be great family entertainment at family friendly prices.
Each year Ashland Regional Ballet presents a special ballet production as part of this end of the school year celebration. This year’s featured ballet is “Stars”, choreography re-setting by ARB Artistic Director Sarah Cyders. The students of Opus II Dance Studio will present the ballet “Country Mouse & City Mouse”.
ARB Senior dancers featured in “Stars” are Adley Grabowski who will portray leader of the “no-stars,” Lily Lehman who will portray the lead “McBean” and Skylynn Heichel who will portray a “McBean.” Also featured in a prominent role is Tara Tavalaee as leader of the “Stars.” The “Stars” will be portrayed by Megan Harrigan, Adra Herod, Valerie Raubenolt, Mikayla Jarvis and Lucy Ronk. The “No Stars” will be portrayed by Teagan Kime, Samantha Metz, Lyla Metzger, and Audrey Smith. The “McBeans” will be played by Asher Robbins, Sami Crist, Addi Bonfiglio, Jordyn Thomas, Mary Hamilton, and Maddelyn Shenberger.
The first portion of the program presents a wide array of contemporary dance styles including Tap, Jazz & Modern Dance. Benshoff-Todd mentions “One of the most exciting parts of this show is seeing how much our dancers have grown this year. It shows the promise of a bright long lasting future for the studio.” Choreography is by Schussler, Cyders and Benshoff-Todd. Schussler notes, “This has been a wonderful school year, full of good dancing and lessons well-learned. The Opus and ARB dancers are eager to show-off their accomplishments. It seems impossible that our school has been dancing now for 42 years! We are very proud of everything our dancers have accomplished.”
Joe Lyons •
May 14, 2024
The Richland County Sheriff’s Office has issued a statement regarding the tragic death of 54-year-old inmate Rebecca Westfield, who passed away following a medical emergency in a booking cell.
ASHLAND COUNTY (Monday, May 13, 2024) State Route 89, between Glenn Street and Perry Township Road 395, will close Monday, May 20 for two consecutive culvert replacements.
Fugitive Task Force is offering a reward for information which would lead to the capture of fugitive Mark Scaggs. Scaggs is wanted by the U.S. Marshals Service and the Richland County Sheriff’s Office for possession of fentanyl. Scaggs, 49, is described as a white male with bald/blond hair and green eyes, standing 6 feet 0 inches tall. Scaggs has ties to the city of Mansfield.
The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force is offering a reward for information which would lead to the capture of fugitive Tracy Baker. Baker is wanted by the U.S. Marshals Service and the Richland County Sheriff’s Office for possession of drugs. Baker, 43, is described as a white female with blond hair and blue eyes, standing 5 feet 4 inches tall. Baker has ties to the cities of Mansfield and Ashland, OH
The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force is offering a reward for information which would lead to the capture of fugitive Drake Maynard. Maynard is wanted by the U.S. Marshals Service and the Richland County Sheriff’s Office for strangulation. Maynard, 24, is described as a white male with brown hair and brown eyes, standing 5 feet 10 inches tall. Maynard has ties to the city of Mansfield.
The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force is offering a reward for information which would lead to the capture of fugitive Jose Flores. Flores is wanted by the U.S. Marshals Service and the Richland County Sheriff’s Office for Rape. Flores, 45, is described as a Hispanic male with brown hair and brown eyes, standing 5 feet, 11 inches tall. Flores has ties to the cities of Mansfield, Bakersfield CA, and Fernley, NV.
