2+ hour ago  (944+ words) A new annual scholarship program, the Pair-A-Douce Scholarship, has been established to support students and adults pursuing career and technical education in building and agricultural mechanical trades. Established by brothers Leonard and Robert "Bob" Douce, the scholarship addresses growing workforce…...

2+ day, 6+ hour ago  (1142+ words) Ridgewood Local Schools recognized and thanked Frank Mathews for 24 years of service on the Ridgewood Local School District Board of Education. During his tenure Mathews attended 408 board meetings, served as board president five times and worked alongside 24 fellow board members,…...

3+ day, 7+ hour ago  (757+ words) Students at the Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities" Windfall School have some new furry friends and new books, thanks to Medina County Probate and Juvenile Court Judge Kevin Dunn and his staff. On Friday, Dec. 19, Dunn, several Juvenile Court…...

4+ day, 2+ hour ago  (1503+ words) This is the first of two articles about a growing trend across northeast Ohio, including Stark County, where employed adults are adding gig shifts to their work lives to help make ends meet financially. The first article details the trend…...

4+ day, 6+ hour ago  (1105+ words) After 35 years in the classroom, Rick Hlivko still believes the hallmark of good teaching is never being satisfied with your own performance. A mathematics teacher serving grades nine through 12 at Harrison Central, Hlivko has built a career defined by preparation,…...

6+ day, 6+ hour ago  (1032+ words) Buckeye Career Center has named its December Students of the Month. Two high school students were selected for demonstrating December's core value of creativity, along with one Adult Education student. The first high school honoree is level one cosmetology student…...

6+ day, 23+ hour ago  (664+ words) The Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities announced that Dashawn Davison has been awarded the 2025 Direct Support Professional of the Year by the Ohio Association of County Boards of Developmental Disabilities. The award recognizes exceptional dedication, integrity and commitment to…...

6+ day, 23+ hour ago  (580+ words) Congratulations to Medina High School seniors Hudson Karas and Jillian Ruppel, who were recognized as the Kiwanis December Students of the Month. Hudson has been recognized as a commended student in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program. His rigorous academic schedule…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (1167+ words) At the Dec. 17 meeting of the Conotton Valley Board of Education, Elementary School Principal Carl McCrory reported on initiatives underway at the elementary school. During the superintendent's report, John Zucal updated the board on Rover tax litigation. Zucal said Rover…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (834+ words) Sophomore Gage Stevens enjoyed making little kids happy and hanging out with friends while volunteering at the River View FFA Touch of Country Christmas. The annual event was held Dec. 17-19 for students in the district and open one evening for…...