Sink hole closes US 224 near Ashland crossing
A 30 foot sink hole near the Ashland Railway crossing on US 224 between Willard and New Haven closes a section of US 224 for about eight days per ODOT. Drainage culvert failure worsened by heavy rain prompted unplanned repairs. railroad tracks remain intact but out of service. Officials plan discussions Friday with Ashland Railway about next steps amid uncertain repair time.
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Ashland
Willard
New Haven
Ohio Department of Transportation
Ohio 99
Ohio
Christine Myers
District 3
US 224
Mosley
Ashland Railway
Willard Schools alter bus pickup amid construction
Willard City Schools redesigned bus loading during Willard Middle and Willard High construction. The south lane at Willard Middle is closed for pickup and drop off while buses operate on a tight schedule. About 42 parking spaces were removed. parents may use neighboring lots at First Assembly of God. Transportation director Michael Lillo praised the plan as an A grade with one contention noted.
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Willard High School
Willard Middle School
Michael Lillo
Willard City Schools
Lillo
First Assembly of God
Iditarod musher Matt Failor recalls Alaska race and life
Matt Failor, 22nd in the Iditarod, describes himself as an ex college guy who loves dogs. The Mansfield, Ohio native and Ohio State graduate moved to Alaska to pursue professional mushing. He notes the Iditarod began in 1973, spans about 1000 miles from Anchorage to Nome, and features harsh conditions. Failor details dog team gear and his role as coach, emphasizing practical harness protection and equipment.
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Matt Failor
Anchorage
Nome
Alaska
Mansfield
Failor
Willard High School
Ohio State University
Iditarod
Wolf
Wolverine
Willard City Council to Meet Monday Evening
Willard City Council will gather on Monday April 15 at 7 30 p m for a regular session to discuss local matters and public participation opportunities.
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Willard City
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Willard Times-Junction
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Craig Shoup
Tamet
Ohio 103
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