Portage Township — The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two vehicle, serious injury crash that occurred on October l , 2023 on State Route 53 at milepost 12 in Ottawa County. The crash occurred at approximately 05:15 P.M.
Unit #1 Driver: Jo Ann Henning, age 71, of Marion, Ohio was operating a 2023 Hyundai SantaFe. Ms. Henning did not sustain any injuries as a result of the crash.
Unit #2 Driver: Ryan A Hall, age 47, of Plymouth, Ohio was operating a 201 1 Harley Davidson Electra Glide. Mr. Hall was not wearing a helmet. Mr. Hall sustained minor injuries as a result of the crash.
Passenger of Unit #2: Millie Jane Moore, age 50, of Plymouth, Ohio was passenger on Unit #2. Ms. Moore was not wearing a helmet. Ms. Moore sustained serious injuries and was transported by Life Flight to Toledo Saint Vincent Medical Center in Toledo, Ohio.
Details of the Crash: Mr. Hall was traveling southbound on State Route 53. Ms. Henning was turning northbound on State Route 53 from a private drive. Ms. Henning failed to yield to Mr. Hall and was struck by his Motorcycle.
The crash remains under investigation. Drugs and/or alcohol are not believed to be a factor in the crash.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol was assisted at the scene by Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office, Port Clinton Fire & EMS, Metro Life Flight, Bubba’s Towing, and Greer’s Towing.
COLUMBUS, OH – State Reps. Melanie Miller (R-City of Ashland) and Beth Lear (R-Galena) spoke at the first hearing for legislation they have introduced, House Bill 236, “The Never Alone Act.” The bill ensures every patient has access to an advocate to be with them in a hospital, nursing home or other congregate care setting – especially during a health emergency.
“We want to ensure that no patient is ever left alone when they are facing a vulnerable health situation,” said Miller. “Over the last three years, we have gained heightened awareness of the need for legislation that protects the right of a patient to have access to a loved one or advocate to act on behalf of their best interest while in a hospital or care facility.”
In learning from the COVID emergency when Ohioans were isolated from loved ones, the bill:
Creates a right for patients and long-term care residents to have access to an advocate of their choosing so that they can be accompanied by a loved one who can advocate for their health needs if needed and be a familiar face of support.
Requires care facilities to provide patients and residents with information about their right to select an advocate and have the advocate with them in the care setting; and
Balances protecting the rights and interests of patients with the health and safety concerns of the care facilities by ensuring patients are not totally isolated from loved ones while simultaneously protecting the care facilities from specific risks and liabilities.
Lear outlined these details of the bill during the committee hearing and noted the importance of protecting these patients.
“While the need for an advocate became obvious during COVID, it remains clear that patients and residents need access to loved ones whenever they are in a vulnerable healthcare situation,” Lear said. “We simply want to ensure no one is forced to suffer or die alone ever again. We must protect our most vulnerable citizens during a healthcare crisis.”
Aerohio Skydiving, located at the Ashland County Airport, 701G, Township Rd 1102, broke two State Skydiving records last night, according to Aerohio Skydiving Owner/Operator Sherry Butcher. The plan is to break both records tonight. So, make sure you stop out today, take a jump and stay to see another State Record being broke.
AerOhio began in 1950, and have introduced numerous people to the incredible world of skydiving, trained thousands as licensed skydivers. AerOhio originated as the Akron Skydivers Club and developed into a business in the 1990’s. AerOhio is centrally located between Cleveland, Columbus, and Akron in beautiful Ashland, Ohio.
The great thing about AerOhio is, it doesn’t matter whether you are a beginner or a professional, this is a one stop place for Skydiving. AerOhio is known around the country for having some of the best-trained staff, coaches, and instructors in the industry, having the largest & only twin engine jump aircraft in the tri-state area.
Aerohio Skydiving Night Jumps will be going on tonight from 8pm to 11pm
701G Township Rd 1102, Ashland, OH, United States, Ohio
“It is with a heavy heart that the Mapleton Local School District announces the passing of Bre McKean, a senior at Mapleton High School, on Friday, September 29, 2023 due to a medical emergency during homecoming festivities prior to the football game. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to the McKean family, friends and the Mapleton community.
The Mapleton-South Central football game was suspended at halftime and the teams and student body were notified of this tragic event. Mapleton staff and grief counselors were available immediately after this announcement to provide comfort and support. Grief counselors will also be available for students and staff on Monday, October 2, 2023 provided by our community partners of Appleseed Community Mental Health Center, the Ashland County Ministerial Association and psi Associates.
A special thank you goes out to the South Central community, administration, coaches, players and fans for their compassion and support last night. We would also like to thank our Mapleton community and surrounding school districts and communities for their continued support, encouragement and prayers during this difficult time.
The homecoming dance scheduled for Saturday, September 30, 2023 is canceled. All Mapleton athletic events are canceled through Wednesday, October 4, 2023.
Additional information will be announced as it becomes available.
In an e-mail press release the VA is reporting the following:
As of now it is unclear whether a shutdown would occur, but if it does – this is how it would affect VA’s customers.
Veteran health care is not impacted. VA Medical Centers, Outpatient Clinics, and Vet Centers will be open.
VA benefits will continue to be processed and delivered, including compensation, pension, education, and housing benefits.
Burials will continue at VA national cemeteries. Applications for headstones, markers, and burial benefits processing will continue.
The Board of Veterans’ Appeals will continue decisions on Veterans’ cases.
VA Contact Centers (1-800-MyVA411) and the Veterans Crisis Line (Dial 988, Press 1) are open 24/7.
VA will not provide Veteran career counseling or transition assistance program activities.
The GI Bill Hotline will be closed.
VA benefits regional offices will be closed.
VA will cease public affairs and outreach to Veterans.
VA will not permanently place headstones or maintain the grounds at VA national cemeteries.
VA will not process applications for pre-need burials.
VA will not print new presidential memorial certificates.
VANEOHS remains fully operational.
In the event of a government shutdown, medical centers, emergency department and outpatient clinics will remain fully operational. If you have an appointment or need to see us for any reason, we are here.
Marion – Troopers from the Marion Post are investigating a fatal crash that occurred on September 30, 2023, at approximately 3:18 PM, on State Route 309 in Marion County.
The crash involved a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado pick-up, driven by Jason A. Baker, age 48, of Mansfield, Ohio.
The preliminary investigation indicates Mr. Baker was traveling eastbound on State Route 309 when his vehicle traveled left of the center-line and off the left side of the roadway. Once off road, the Chevrolet struck a driveway embankment and a guardrail face. The Chevrolet continued and struck a creek embankment, overturned onto its top, and struck a bridge abutment.
Mr. Baker was transported by 1st Consolidated EMS to Marion General Hospital where he was later pronounced deceased. Mr. Baker was not wearing his seat-belt at the time of the crash.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol was assisted on scene by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, 1st Consolidated Fire and EMS, Fort Morrow Fire and EMS, Pleasant Township Fire and EMS, Marion Township Fire and EMS, and Kirby’s Towing.
Franklin Township – On Thursday, September 28, 2023 at 4:32 PM the Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Wooster Post was notified of a two-vehicle crash on SR 83 near milepost 7 in Franklin Township, Wayne County.
The investigation revealed a teal 1993 Dodge Stealth, was southbound on SR 83 when it failed to negotiate a curve and traveled left of center. A taupe 2006 Chrysler Town and Country minivan was northbound on SR 83 and struck the Dodge Stealth in the northbound lane of SR 83. The Dodge Stealth and Chrysler Town and Country came to rest against the guardrail along the berm of the northbound lane of SR 83.
The driver of the Stealth, Damion D. Torrence, 20 years old, of Wooster, was killed as a result of the crash. The passenger of the Stealth, Dalton R. Cisler, 20 years old, of Wooster was also killed as a result of the crash. The driver of the Town and Country, Susan E. Adkins, 56 years old, of Wooster, was taken to Wooster Community Hospital for non-life threatening injuries. Seatbelts were worn by all three occupants. The events leading to the crash remain under investigation. It is unknown at this time whether drugs or alcohol were a factor in the crash.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol was assisted on scene by Wayne County Sheriff’s Department, Wooster Township Fire and EMS, 3 Son’s Towing and Recovery, and the Wayne County Coroner’s Office.
Arthur Street school pales in comparison to its glory days years ago, but as the old saying goes. “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” With the ceiling falling down, and paint pealing off the walls and doors, with things looking in disarray, sure makes a perfect place for a horror movie.
Today I stopped in to chat with Andy Myers who is the Executive Vice President at Good Deed Entertainment. It’s a good thing I did, having the chance to see a movie set again, since the last one that I was on was Shawshank Redemption, back in 1994.
As I entered the school, the scene was terrifying, as the worm filled actress huddled on the floor against the old school room wall, at the Arthur Street School, in one of the emotional scenes, in Cranked Up film’s “WORMTOWN”.
According to Andy Myers, “Wormtown,” can be described as “a mind-altering parasites taking over a small town. A trio of women in lock-down are dragged into a fight for survival and revenge.”
If you are interested in being an extra in the Cranked Up film “Wormtown,” filming October 8th, please fill out this form: “Wormtown Extra Sign-up,” for your opportunity to be in the movie.
ASHLAND, Ohio – The Coburn Gallery and Ashland University Department of Art + Design will be hosting “An Evolution from Imagery to Entanglement,” a painting exhibition featuring alumnus Jamie Lindholm, from Thursday, Oct. 5, through Sunday, Oct. 29. On Oct. 5, there will be an opening reception from 4:30-6:30 p.m. This event is free and open to the public.
“An Evolution from Imagery to Entanglement” pulls from Lindholm’s studio practice in Colorado where she works primarily with oils and charcoal. She creates complex woven paintings connecting emotions, experiences, figures and memories, culminating in conceptual work about human entanglements.
Lindholm’s art has been exhibited throughout the United States, as well as in Sweden. Her work can be found in the permanent collections of the International Securities Exchange (N.Y.), Dancker, Sellew & Douglas (N.J.) and Somerset County Parks of New Jersey, and in private collections in the U.S., Switzerland, Australia and Sweden.
Lindholm graduated from AU with a bachelor’s degree in business management and marketing in 1983. She then progressed through art programs in the studios of David Zuccarini, Maryland Institute College of Art, Studio Incamminati and The Art Students League of New York, where she studied with notables Everett Kinstler, David Leffel and Robert Neffson. She earned a Master of Fine Arts degree with honors from Regis University.
Lindholm is a patron member of the Portrait Society of America, where she was once an ambassador and national coordinator for its ambassador program. She is also a signature member of American Women Artists.
The Coburn Gallery is open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays and noon-4 p.m. on weekends. Gallery admission is free and open to the public. Please note the gallery will offer extended hours during AU’s Homecoming weekend, open until 7 p.m. on Oct. 20 and from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Oct. 21. For more information about the exhibition, call 419-289-5652 or visit the gallery’s Facebook page.
The Ashland County Historical Society will debut the family-friendly Halloween House during the fifth annual Pumpkin Glow on Saturday, October 21, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Freer Home located at 1260 Center St.
This year, guests will be asked to park their cars in the designated parking area and enjoy the display on foot. The outside of the Freer Home will be decorated as always, featuring jack-o’-lanterns along the porches and a graveyard out front.
Behind the house, Grunt Grub will be serving up delicious food for purchase that guests can enjoy in the picnic area located next to the garage. The main attraction will be self-guided tours through the Halloween House accompanied by indoor trick-or-treating.
For the first time, both the first and second floors of the Freer Home will be decorated for Halloween in conjunction with the revamped History of Halloween tour. From jack-o’-lanterns, pumpkins, and black cats to ghosts, witches, and candy corn, each room will have its own theme to illustrate the history of Halloween.
Exhibits will also feature plenty of signage to provide guests with a fully educational experience. As visitors enjoy the home, they can expect free handouts from local businesses and historical society volunteers to complete the night.
Costumes are encouraged, but not required. Admission to the event will be $5 for adults, and $3 for children. Cash or credit will be accepted at the door. Tickets will not be pre-sold this year. Call the Ashland County Historical Society, 419-289-3111, with any questions about the event.
Joe Lyons •
October 1, 2023
Portage Township — The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two vehicle, serious injury crash that occurred on October l , 2023 on State Route 53 at milepost 12 in Ottawa County. The crash occurred at approximately 05:15 P.M.
COLUMBUS, OH – State Reps. Melanie Miller (R-City of Ashland) and Beth Lear (R-Galena) spoke at the first hearing for legislation they have introduced, House Bill 236, “The Never Alone Act.” The bill ensures every patient has access to an advocate to be with them in a hospital, nursing home or other congregate care setting – especially during a health emergency.
“While the need for an advocate became obvious during COVID, it remains clear that patients and residents need access to loved ones whenever they are in a vulnerable healthcare situation,” Lear said. “We simply want to ensure no one is forced to suffer or die alone ever again. We must protect our most vulnerable citizens during a healthcare crisis.”
“It is with a heavy heart that the Mapleton Local School District announces the passing of Bre McKean, a senior at Mapleton High School, on Friday, September 29, 2023 due to a medical emergency during homecoming festivities prior to the football game. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to the McKean family, friends and the Mapleton community.
In an e-mail press release the VA is reporting the following:
Marion – Troopers from the Marion Post are investigating a fatal crash that occurred on September 30, 2023, at approximately 3:18 PM, on State Route 309 in Marion County.
Franklin Township – On Thursday, September 28, 2023 at 4:32 PM the Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Wooster Post was notified of a two-vehicle crash on SR 83 near milepost 7 in Franklin Township, Wayne County.
ASHLAND, Ohio – The Coburn Gallery and Ashland University Department of Art + Design will be hosting “An Evolution from Imagery to Entanglement,” a painting exhibition featuring alumnus Jamie Lindholm, from Thursday, Oct. 5, through Sunday, Oct. 29. On Oct. 5, there will be an opening reception from 4:30-6:30 p.m. This event is free and open to the public.
