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Amber Alert issued for missing 7-Year-Old Jefferson County girl

UPDATE: The girl has been found safe. An Amber Alert has been issued for 7-year-old Oaklynn Alexander, who was last seen in Empire, Ohio. Authorities are urging the public to…

November 11, 2024 · Jordan Miller

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State News

Free meals, discounts, and services across Ohio for Veterans, active military

On Veterans Day, November 11, 2024, numerous establishments across Ohio are honoring veterans and active-duty military personnel with special offers. Here's a compilation of some…

November 11, 2024 · Jordan Miller

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Stark County

Did you know Stark County leads Ohio in deer-related crashes?

Stark County ranks highest among Ohio’s 88 counties in deer-related crashes, according to recent data from the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Since 2019, there have been 109,644…

November 11, 2024 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Sean Goe found guilty of murder, other charges in Raychel Sheridan death

A Stark County jury has found Sean Goe guilty of murder and several other charges in the death of his girlfriend, Raychel Sheridan. The verdict was delivered Friday after a…

November 10, 2024 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

A complete list of every Ohio high school football team still in the playoffs. Where they’ll play next

Area teams have advanced to the third round of the OHSAA football playoffs. Teams from the JMN coverage area who will play in the regional semifinals are below in bold. All games…

November 10, 2024 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Alliance Police seek help locating missing woman

Police are asking the public for assistance in locating Vernisha Hawkins, 42, of Alliance, who was reported missing by her family early Sunday. Hawkins was last seen in Alliance…

November 10, 2024 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Area football teams gear up for round two of OHSAA football playoffs. Who’s playing who?

Local teams are gearing up for the second week of OHSAA football playoff action. Teams from the local area are bold in the below pairings. Pairings shown with regional seed. All…

November 8, 2024 · Jordan Miller

Sports

"Why not us?": Marlington Dukes punch ticket to first-ever state volleyball championship

The Marlington Dukes volleyball team carved its name into school history Thursday night, advancing to the OHSAA Division IV state championship for the first time with a 3-1…

November 8, 2024 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Strasburg Tigers fall to Fort Loramie in State Final Four

The Strasburg Tigers’ historic volleyball season came to an end Thursday afternoon, as they were swept 3-0 by the Fort Loramie Redskins in the Division VII state semifinals.…

November 7, 2024 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Minerva’s Matt Kishman elected as Ohio’s 50th District State Representative

Minerva native and current Village Council Member Matt Kishman has been elected as the next state representative for Ohio’s 50th District, according to unofficial results.…

November 6, 2024 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Eric Weisburn defeats incumbent George Maier in Stark County Sheriff race

Stark County voters have elected a new sheriff, unseating longtime Sheriff George Maier in favor of retired lieutenant Eric Weisburn, according to unofficial election results.…

November 6, 2024 · Jordan Miller

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Stark County

Kyle Stone re-elected as Stark County Prosecutor

Stark County voters have re-elected Kyle Stone as county prosecutor, according to unofficial results from the Stark County Board of Elections. Stone, a Republican first elected in…

November 6, 2024 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Approximately 100,000 people between Stark, Carroll and Tuscarawas Counties voted early

As the 2024 November general election is set for Tuesday, Nov. 5, early voting has drawn significant participation across Stark, Carroll, and Tuscarawas counties. Early voting,…

November 4, 2024 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Canton cops in Frank Tyson case post bond as dozens of police fill courtroom to support defendants

A Stark County judge set bond at $25,000 each Monday for two Canton police officers facing charges of reckless homicide in connection with the April death of Frank Tyson, who died…

November 4, 2024 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Marlington, Strasburg volleyball teams advance to state tournament after regional championship wins

Marlington and Strasburg volleyball teams are headed to the state tournament after securing regional titles on Saturday, continuing their impressive seasons and representing the…

November 3, 2024 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Cashier, driver transported to hospital after car crashes through Marc's store in Alliance

A Marc's store in Alliance sustained damage Sunday afternoon when a car crashed through the front wall and window, stopping in the checkout area, according to the Alliance Fire…

November 3, 2024 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Dog injured in Stark County fire that started on home’s back porch

The Canton Fire Department responded to a residential fire at 9:59 a.m. Sunday on Shorb Avenue NW, where residents were found using a garden hose in an attempt to extinguish…

November 3, 2024 · Jordan Miller

Sports

"Experience was on our side": Minerva girls defend cross-country state title with grit and depth

The past week has been a rollercoaster for the Minerva girls’ cross-country team. As the defending Division II state champions, the Lady Lions have had a target on their backs…

November 2, 2024 · Ray Sarvis

Stark County

Two Canton Police Officers charged with Reckless Homicide in the death of Frank Tyson

Two Canton Police officers were charged Friday with reckless homicide in connection with the April death of Frank E. Tyson, 53, who died in police custody after repeatedly telling…

November 1, 2024 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Marlington Lady Dukes eye state berth after dominant regional semifinal win

The Marlington Lady Dukes volleyball team took one step closer to a return to the state tournament, defeating Edgewood in a decisive 3-0 sweep Thursday night in the regional…

November 1, 2024 · Jordan Miller