Forest Hills Golf Course
EntertainmentLast-minute golf, solved: Forest Hills Golf Course is a no-fuss, show-up-and-play spot with no tee time required, plus putting and chipping greens to tune up before you head out.
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Ashland University Lyceum Cafe
CafesCoffee with campus vibes: Ashland University Lyceum Cafe pulls off an East Coast café feel in the Archer Library’s bright atrium, serving hand-crafted coffees, teas, multigrain toasts, flatbreads, sandwiches, salads, and baked goods.
Hickory Vines Winery & Venue
NightlifeLocal Wine, Low Stress: Whether you’re winding down after work or plotting a low-key night with friends, Hickory Vines Winery & Venue pours easygoing sips with vineyard views and plenty of breathing room.
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Ashland lawmakers set hearing for proposed vacation of Center Street right of way
Ashland City Council is considering the potential vacation of a city right of way on Center Street, located between the Ashland Monument Company’s warehouse and currently vacant property.
Full story at ashlandsource.com ↗
Ohio bill would streamline property tax refunds
State Representatives David Thomas (R-Jefferson) and Mark Hiner (R/Howard) have introduced House Bill 1022, which aims to streamline property tax refunds and help taxpayers recover overpayments.
Full story at yourohionews.com ↗
Ashland County Detectives Seek Public’s Help Identifying Person in Older Case - Ashland County Pictures
The Ashland County Sheriff’s Office Detective Bureau is seeking public assistance in identifying the person in an older case.
Full story at ashlandcountypictures.com ↗
Ohio ranks third nationally in school book bans
Ohio school districts recorded the third-highest number of book bans in the country during the 2025-26 school year, according to PEN America's annual "Index of School Book Bans".
Full story at axios.com ↗
Dragway 42 and 2 other Ohio tracks up for sale as owner exits racing
The future of Dragway 42 in West Salem, Ohio, is uncertain due to the sale of a dozen tracks across the country by Darana Motorsports Holdings.
Full story at record-courier.com ↗
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