Larry Phillips

Mansfield

Editor @RichlandSource. Award-winning sports writer, author, LedeAI content. Married, 2 kids. Heath, Ohio U. grad. High School sports, OSU, Cavs, Reds, Bengals.

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Keep Ohio's wildlife wild by observing from a distance this spring

18 hours ago | ashlandsource.com | Larry Phillips

EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was originally published by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. COLUMBUS – As young animals appear in backyards, local parks, and unexpected areas, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife is reminding Ohioans to keep wildlife wild this spring. Watching wildlife from afar and reducing interactions gives young animals the best chance of survival. Wildlife parents are devoted to their young and rarely abandon them.
Ashland FFA celebrates 2024-2025 banquet

1 day ago | ashlandsource.com | Larry Phillips

EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was authored by Hannah McNaull, Ashland FFA reporter. ASHLAND — The Ashland FFA Chapter had an amazing turnout for its 2024-2025 banquet on April 5. For the first time the chapter was able to hold a dinner before the program and had it catered by South Street Grill. Thank you to Centarra Co-op, Spring Oaks Cattle, and the Keiser family for sponsoring dinner and for the generous donations given at the event.
Hillsdale FFA competes 4 CDE state competitions

1 day ago | ashlandsource.com | Larry Phillips

JEROMESVILLE — Members of the Hillsdale FFA chapter proudly represented their school at the State Spring Career Development Events (CDE) last week, competing in four different events:Agronomy, General Livestock Judging, Poultry Management, and Equine Management each demonstrating knowledge, skill, and passion for agriculture. Team members included Dylan Fickes, Reed Twining, Aiden Hoffman, Wyatt Arnold, Caleb Burgess, and Charles Leslie.
Hillsdale FFA takes 2nd at state Nursery & Landscaping competition

1 day ago | ashlandsource.com | Larry Phillips

JEROMESVILLE — The Hillsdale FFA Chapter’s Nursery and Landscaping Career Development Event (CDE) team placed second at the recent state competition. That achievement also comes with an invitation to represent the state at The Big E in Massachusetts this fall. The team is composed of Reed Twining, Hunter Hickey, Josh Burson, and Jacob Schwendeman.
Hudson’s state title adds to big year for Ashland wrestling

1 day ago | ashlandsource.com | Doug Haidet |Larry Phillips

ASHLAND – The present was already plenty bright for the Ashland High School wrestling program, but it’s looking like the future might just be aligning beautifully as well. The Arrows sent four matmen to the Division I state tournament for just the second time in their history in early March. A few weeks later, Ashland landed six youth wrestlers in the Ohio Athletic Committee Grade School Wrestling State Championships in Youngstown. The event is known as the biggest youth tournament in the state.
Mansfield City Schools to seek request for proposals for health insurance broker

1 day ago | richlandsource.com | Larry Phillips

MANSFIELD — The Mansfield City School board voted to authorize a request for proposals for a health insurance broker during its meeting Tuesday night.
Spring choral concert to feature Mozart’s “Solemn Vespers,” student soloists

3 days ago | ashlandsource.com | Larry Phillips

ASHLAND – Ashland University’s annual Spring Choral Concert, featuring four ensembles and a number of student soloists, will take place on Sunday, April 27, at 4 p.m., in the Jack and Deb Miller Chapel. This event is free and open to the public. The AU Chamber Singers, a select choir of a dozen AU students, will perform a series of 19th, 20th and 21st century English part songs, which are unaccompanied secular songs typically with three or more voice parts.
AU Symphonic Band to conclude 2024-25 season with April 25 concert

3 days ago | ashlandsource.com | Larry Phillips

ASHLAND – The Ashland University Symphonic Band will present its final concert of the 2024-25 academic year, the annual Spring Band Concert on Friday, April 25, at Hugo Young Theatre inside the Center for the Arts. The 7:30 p.m. concert is free and open to the public.
Ohio governor offers condolences on death of Pope Francis

3 days ago | richlandsource.com | Larry Phillips

COLUMBUS — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued the following statement Monday on the death of Pope Francis:“Fran and I are saddened by the death of Pope Francis. He was an inspiration to us and to millions around the world,” DeWine stated.
COLUMN: Economic impact of domestic violence costs Ohioans $1 million annually

3 days ago | ashlandsource.com | Larry Phillips

EDITOR’S NOTE: This column was authored by Rebecca Garcia, Program Director, Safe Haven Appleseed Community Mental Health Center. Ashland is a beautiful city that has much to celebrate, and there is much to be proud of within our community. However, like many places, Ashland also faces significant challenges, including intimate partner violence (IPV), a growing concern across Ohio.