Joe Lyons •
July 12, 2023
Aber’s Towing & Crane Center is proud to announce its 1st Annual Touch a Truck & Car Show on July 15th, 2023 11am – 4pm at 1180 Commerce Pkwy Ashland, OH 44805
All entry fee donations and proceeds go towards the Ashland County Cancer Association
Tour their new facility Food Trucks, Bounce House, Dunk Tank and more fun for all ages
Hot Rods Take Back the Streets
Joe Lyons •
July 11, 2023
On July 10, 2023, at 7:13 am, the Ashland Police Division responded to Hedstrom Injection to investigate the report of a deceased employee.
Michial Farr, 61, of Nova, was found dead inside an office by Hedstrom Injection personnel.
The Ashland County Coroner’s Office is investigating the cause of death.
There is no danger to the public or Hedstrom Injection employees.
Joe Lyons •
July 10, 2023
Body reported found at Hedstrom Injection, at 50 S Baney Rd., in Ashland, Ohio this morning. All requests for more information, from the Ashland Police Division, have resulted in “No information will be released at this time.”
Attempting to get more information at this time.
Joe Lyons •
July 10, 2023
Breaking news, hot off the French presses… The Salvation Army Kroc Center and Goldberry Roasting Company have teamed up for a fundraiser! Now through July 15, when you place an order for one of select Goldberry’s delicious artisan, small-batch coffees, a portion of the proceeds will benefit The Salvation Army in Ashland.
The 12oz bags offer whole bean and ground options of single-origin, blends, and signature roasts. Options include Goldberry’s Blend, Ethiopia Natural, Mexico Sierra Norte, Mexico Sierra Norte Nocturno, and Swiss Water Decaf.
To order online:
To order via paper order form:
Questions? Call (419) 282-8001.
Joe Lyons •
July 10, 2023
Large fire reported at 401 County Rd 291
Sullivan Fire Department, along with other agencies are on scene.
If you have pictures, please post them in the comments section.
Joe Lyons •
July 10, 2023
COLUMBUS, OH – State Reps. Melanie Miller (R-City of Ashland) and Beth Lear (R-Galena) have introduced “The Never Alone Act” (HB 236) in the Ohio House. The legislation ensures every patient can access someone to advocate for their health, who can be present with the patient during their stay at a facility.
“Over the last three years we have gained a 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,” Miller said. “Staffing shortages and severe inpatient facility visitation protocols left thousands of Ohioans without the attention they desperately needed and even worse, many saw the end of their life in a cold empty room without a familiar voice or hand to hold.”
In learning from the COVID emergency when Ohioans were isolated from loved ones due to an overabundance of caution, 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;
Requires care facilities to provide patients and residents with information on their right to select an advocate and to have the advocate with them in the care setting;
Balances protecting the rights and interests of patients with the health and safety concerns of the care facilities by ensuring both that patients are not totally isolated from loved ones, and relieving the care facilities from specific risk and liabilities associated with exposure.
“What happened to people during COVID must never be allowed to happen again,” said Lear. “Our grandparents, spouses, loved ones and children should never be left alone to suffer. We cannot give up our compassion and humanity in the name of fear. I’m so grateful to share sponsorship of this important bill with Rep. Melanie Miller and look forward to helping navigate it through the committee process to the Governor’s desk.”
Miller further emphasized the importance of a patient having access to a loved one during such dire times.
“We believe that no Ohioan should have to face hospitalization or death alone,” Miller added. “‘The Never Alone Act’ will finally ensure that every inpatient Ohioan will be allowed access to someone who can advocate for their health and also be the hand they hold when they take their final breath. Every one of us deserves the comfort of a loved one during times of need and at the end of life.”
Joe Lyons •
July 9, 2023
DIANNE’S DOGHOUSE
Today was a day of reflection for my little Shih Tzu, Mary.
“That’s my girl” I often whispered this phrase to my pup to show my affection and admiration for her. Mary was a constant presence in my life whether in bed, riding in my truck or making her many Therapy Dog visits. As the first Ohio court dog, we were always together on the stand with a child who had to testify against their abuser. Because Mary was so sweet and quite the social butterfly, most folks surmised that training her was a piece of cake.
First, a Shih Tzu is probably the hardest pup to potty train. We spent three years on this and finally one day Mary woke up… DONE!
Second, I soon figured out that training a dog is more about training a human. Third, I had to ask myself many questions: What kind of behavior should I expect Mary to exhibit around others and around me? Should I give her tons of slack, little discipline and never say ‘no’? Do I nit-pick constantly to take her to a higher level of perfectionism?
What I discovered was that my every interaction with Mary conditioned her behavior and obedience to my personal standards. (Dare I say this works with children, too?) To keep her from regimented drudgery, we took daily walks through town and used this time to train her on commands such as: sit, stay and come and gave her lots of praise along the way.
When Mary was 16 years old, she developed congestive heart failure. She still loved to eat, sleep, snuggle and ride in the truck. She still had work to do to with her siblings, Grace, and Joy. As night follows day, Mary died in September. My puppy memories of her have never faded and it was a privilege having her in my life.
She was truly a service dog to our community.
More than once friends have joked with me and said they would like to be my dog. “Ok,” I say, “but remember I will only give commands that I am willing to enforce—with love and kindness, of course.”
Blessings,
Dianne Hammontree, secretary of Homeward Bound Dog Shelter
Joe Lyons •
July 8, 2023
Joe Lyons •
July 7, 2023
Ashland Downtown Dream Cruise and Car Show Saturday, July 8, 2023
Registration 8:00 to Noon • Awards presented throughout the show
Dream Cruise at 3:00 • 400 Dash Plaques • Door Prizes • 50/50′ Raffle • DJ
Food Court • Register by Donation – must be registered to qualify for awards
For more information call Sandra at 419-651-9881 or Ken at 419-651-3471
Joe Lyons •
July 7, 2023
Ashland – As part of the Patrol’s ongoing efforts to make Ohio’s roadways safer, troopers are continuing to focus on impaired driving enforcement.
From 2020 to 2022, there were 38,736 OVI-related crashes on Ohio roadways, killing 2,131 people and injuring 23,245 others. During that same period, troopers removed 50,162 impaired drivers from Ohio roadways.
“Those who drive impaired endanger the lives of everyone on the roadways,” said Governor Mike DeWine. “With so many safe transportation options available, please don’t make a poor decision that could put your life and the lives of others at risk.”
During the same time frame, Franklin (4,109), Cuyahoga (3,375), Hamilton (2,793) and Montgomery (1,883) counties led the state in OVI-related crashes. These four counties accounted for nearly 31 percent of OVI-related crashes in Ohio.
“Each day our troopers see the devastating toll of impaired driving,” said Colonel Charles A. Jones, Patrol superintendent. “Please plan ahead and designate a sober driver, so another life is not lost to the preventable act of getting behind the wheel impaired.”
The public is encouraged to call #677 to report impaired drivers, drug activity, or stranded motorists.
A statistical map containing OVI-related crash and citation information.
