The Coburn Gallery of Ashland University will host an Ashland Community Arts League (AshCAL) juried membership exhibition May 19 through July 23. The exhibition is open to all artists who are current members of AshCAL. Entry fee is $25 for up to four entries. Newly joining members must provide contact information and pay annual membership dues ($35) at the time of entry. Life membership is also available for $100, and includes the entry fee for the 2023 exhibition. Works in any media, traditional or experimental, qualify.
All works must be original to the entering artist and not completed under instruction or as part of a class or workshop. No kits or commercial patterns will be accepted. Work may not have been previously exhibited at Coburn Gallery. Wall hanging pieces must be wired and completely ready to exhibit. All pieces must be hand delivered to Coburn Gallery, 331 College Ave, Ashland, on Tuesday, May 9, between 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
The guest juror for the exhibition is Keith Dull. Dull was born in Fort Wayne, Ind., in 1968. He received a BFA in printmaking and painting from Indiana University, Herron School of Art in 1992, and an MFA in printmaking from the University of South Dakota in 1995. From 1998-99, he worked as adjunct faculty and print shop technician for Herron School of Art, and in 1999, accepted a teaching position at Ashland University where he is a professor of art, teaching printmaking, painting, illustration, drawing and 2D Design. His imagery reflects an interest in history, and the historical use of print as guides, manuals and magic talismans.
The Coburn Art Gallery will host an opening reception on May 19 from 5-6:30 p.m. Detailed entry forms and prospectus may be obtained by email at cpetry@ashland.edu.
COLUMBUS— State Representatives Darrell Kick (R-Loudonville) and Roy Klopfenstein (R-Haviland) have introduced legislation that would add several federally recognized agricultural days into the Ohio Revised Code.
The proposed agricultural days and weeks of recognition include:
·Agriculture Day, March 21
·Farmer’s Day, October 12
·FFA Week, The last full week of February
·4-H Week, The first full week of October
“Agriculture is one of the largest industries in Ohio, generating more than $100 billion to our state’s economy,” Kick said. “With over 75,000 farms, 90% of which are family-owned, we need to highlight the important work being done by everyday Ohioans.”
“Farmers tend to keep to themselves, but now is the time to promote different aspects of the agriculture industry throughout the year so we can inspire the next generation to pursue careers in the field,” Klopfenstein said.
The legislation awaits committee assignment.
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State Representative Darrell Kick is serving his fourth term in the Ohio House. He represents the 98th House District, which includes all of Coshocton and Holmes counties and eastern Knox County.
Ashland County Prosecuting Attorney Christopher R. Tunnell Announces Law Enforcement Officer of the Month for April
Ashland County Prosecuting Attorney Christopher R. Tunnell is pleased to announce that the Officer of the Month for March 2023 is Ohio State Highway Patrol Trooper Richard Kluever.
Trooper Kluever has a long-standing history of winning major awards, having been the Ashland Post Trooper of the Year in 2015 and 2021. He had the most misdemeanor drug arrests by any trooper in Ohio for 2022. Trooper Kluever was likewise the leader in felony arrests in 2022 at the Ashland Post.
Post Commander Lt. Brad Bishop commented “Trooper Kluever is a team player with an incredible work ethic and unquestionable integrity.”
Prosecutor Tunnell agreed saying, “Trooper Kluever’s dedication and excellent work product is something my office has consistently seen. We wholeheartedly agree with Lt. Bishop’s assessment.”
Each month Ashland County Prosecuting Attorney Christopher R. Tunnell will select an officer of the month to recognize the good work being done in our community by our law enforcement officers.
COLUMBUS – State Rep. Melanie Miller (R-City of Ashland) presented a resolution on Monday to the Ashland Women’s Basketball team on the House floor of the Statehouse in Columbus. The representative invited the team to recognize their NCAA Division II national championship win earlier this year.
“I’m so proud of these women and their massive achievement in taking home the big championship win,” Miller said. “Their undefeated season speaks to their dedication and hard work. They are inspiring role models for our community, and I congratulate them on taking the national title home.”
Earlier this year, Ashland beat Minnesota Duluth, 78-67, in Dallas to win its third NCAA Division II national championship. The win wrapped up a 37-0 season, and made the Eagles the third Division II women’s team to win at least three national titles. Kari Pickens, AU Women’s Basketball head coach, also attended the ceremony.
“Our program is thankful to the Governor, the State House, and the State Senate for recognizing our team and providing us the opportunity to celebrate at the Statehouse,” Pickens said. “Ohio is rich with tradition, and we were grateful to be a part of it today!”
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State Representative Melanie Miller is currently serving her first term in the Ohio House of Representatives. She represents the 67th House District, which includes all of Ashland County and the western portion of Medina County.
Winston Kilgore Age: 31
White / Male / 6’1’’ / 220 / Blond Hair / Hazel Eyes
Wanted by the U.S Marshals Service and Richland County Sheriff’s Office for probation violation on the original charge of Burglary F-2
Ties to the Mansfield, Marion and Mt. Gilead areas
Marquise Morris Age: 34
Black / Male / 6’ / 165 / Black Hair / Brown Eyes
Wanted by the U.S Marshals Service and Richland County Sheriff’s Office for felonious assault F-2
Ties to the Mansfield area and Oxon Hill Maryland
Tyrone Cheeks Age: 43
Black / Male / 5’11’’ / 170 / Black Hair / Brown Eyes
Wanted by the U.S Marshals Service and Richland County Sheriff’s Office for probation violation on the original charge of aggravated robbery F1.
Ties to Mansfield area.
Richard Kiser Age: 56
White / Male / 5’7’’ / 180 / Brown Hair / Brown Eyes
Wanted by the Richland County Sheriff’s Office for a failing to provide change of address as sex offender
Ties to the Mansfield, New Philadelphia, Conneaut, Bergholz, Lawrenceburg, TN
Reward money is available for information directly leading to an arrest. Anyone with information concerning any of these fugitives can contact the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force office at 419-774-3565 or the tip line at 1-866-4WANTED (1-866-492-6833) or you can send a web tip at the following webpage http://www.usmarshals.gov/district/oh-n/index.html.
Tipsters may remain anonymous, and a cash reward may be available. The Task Force’s “Dangerous Dozen” fugitives can be viewed at https://www.usmarshals.gov/sites/default/files/media/document/dangerous-dozen.pdf, which is updated monthly.
The NOVFTF Akron Division consists of the following federal, state and local agencies:
United States Marshals Service, Mansfield Police Department, Ohio Adult Parole Authority, Richland County Probation, Richland County Sheriff’s Office, Ashland County Sheriff’s Office, Bucyrus Police Department, Galion Police Department, Huron County Sheriff’s Office, Lexington Police Department, Loudonville Police Department, Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ontario Police Department, Plymouth Police Department, Willard Police Department and Crestline Police Department.
Ashland University is launching a new academic program—industrial and systems engineering—which will be housed in the Dauch College of Business and Economics. The bachelor’s program has been in development for almost two years and is enrolling students for this fall after recently being approved by both the Higher Learning Commission and the Ohio Department of Higher Education.
“We are grateful to Bob and Jan Archer for helping us launch this new degree, and to the faculty who moved the curriculum forward,” stated AU President Carlos Campo. “This new degree expands our academic offerings and gives us the opportunity to consider related degrees in the future as well.”
“This is very exciting. We’ve never had an engineering degree at Ashland. We can now reach students that probably wouldn’t even consider us in the past,” remarked Dan Fox, dean of the College of Business and Economics and a member of the AU faculty since 2004. “Probably more important is the market really needs industrial and systems engineers.”
The demand for industrial and systems engineers has been growing. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of industrial engineers is projected to grow 10 percent from 2021 to 2031, faster than the average for all occupations. About 22,400 openings for industrial engineers are projected each year, on average, over the decade.
Fox believes this trend will continue well into the future, especially in Ohio where the addition of the mega Intel plant in Licking County and other manufacturing initiatives are taking place. Companies across a wide range of industries need these types of engineers, from manufacturing to energy, healthcare, military, technology and transportation. “Really any organization that needs a process improvement. It’s all about increasing efficiency and speed,” said Fox.
Students who enroll in the program this fall as part of the first cohort will take core curriculum and prerequisite math and science courses, then engineering classes in future years, which is typical for engineering programs. Fox noted that Ashland is pursuing future internship partners, as well as accreditation from ABET, the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, which will be retroactive to all graduates of the program.
Ashland offers academic programs in supply chain management, manufacturing management and business analytics, so the addition of industrial and systems engineering is a natural fit. It also gives business students who are undecided on a major another option. “Maybe (students) come here with an interest in supply chain, but then they really get interested in industrial engineering … or the other way around,” noted Fox.
Another advantage Ashland provides, compared to its peer industrial and systems engineering programs at larger universities in the region, is individualized attention from faculty members. As with all of its academics, Ashland promises a high quality and transformational education experience, as well as a commitment to a stimulating and supportive environment in every respect.
For more information, contact Mark Sindelar, assistant professor of industrial engineering and supply chain management, at msindela@ashland.edu or 419-289-5223.
True Story by Timothy Clark · Illustration by Sishir Bommakanti
Just as we stopped in front of the home, which seemed to have light blazing from every window, the call was updated: it was an infant in trouble.
I was out the passenger-side door in a heartbeat, bypassing the two steps up to the porch. As I reached for the door it flew open and I was met by a chunky middle-aged woman, a well-worn robe draped over her long, pink nightgown. She was screaming hysterically. A mixture of tears and mascara streaked her face.
“Do something! Please do something!” she screamed, as she thrust an infant, wrapped in a blanket, into my arms. “He’s not breathing!”
On April 17, 2023, Mayor Matt Miller administered the oath of office to new Police Officers Chelsie Betancourt and Soren Osicka. Betancourt and Osicka recently held recruit positions within the Division while attending the police academy at North Central State College.
Betancourt, 26, of Ashland, previously worked as a Corrections Officer for the Richland County Sheriff’s Office.
The public safety position is a first for Osicka, 23, also of Ashland.
The pair will shadow trainers for at least four months to learn organizational procedures while becoming more familiar with operations.
Both have ties to the area and are committed to serving the Ashland community to the best of their ability.
Mayor Miller encouraged the new officers to be diligent and humble and “treat every resident fairly and respectfully.”
The Ashland Police Division is currently authorized to employ 32 full-time police officers. These two appointments bring the Division to 31.
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April 27, 2023
Ashland County Prosecuting Attorney Christopher R. Tunnell Announces Law Enforcement Officer of the Month for April
Winston Kilgore Age: 31
Marquise Morris Age: 34
Tyrone Cheeks Age: 43
Richard Kiser Age: 56
Ashland University is launching a new academic program—industrial and systems engineering—which will be housed in the Dauch College of Business and Economics. The bachelor’s program has been in development for almost two years and is enrolling students for this fall after recently being approved by both the Higher Learning Commission and the Ohio Department of Higher Education.
