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Ursuline coach suspended, assistants on leave in wake of alleged hazing lawsuit

Ursuline High School’s head football coach has been suspended and two assistants placed on leave as investigations continue into alleged misconduct during a summer team trip. Head…

Sports

Lawsuit accuses Ursuline High School, coaches of ignoring hazing and sexual abuse

Editor’s note: This story contains graphic descriptions of alleged sexual assault and hazing that may be disturbing to some readers. A family is suing Ursuline High School, the…

Stark County

Preschooler left unattended in Louisville school vehicle for about an hour; investigation underway

A preschool student at North Nimishillen Elementary School was left unattended in a school transportation vehicle for about an hour Thursday after district procedures were not…

Carroll County

Minerva school board approves staffing changes, highlights new communication platform

The Minerva Local Board of Education met Aug. 18 to approve staffing changes, review financial reports, and hear updates from Superintendent Mark Scott on the district’s start to…

State News

Photos: Take a look inside United Local’s new K-12 school

Stark County

Charges dropped against 10-year-old in Jackson Elementary gun case

A Stark County judge has dismissed criminal charges against a 10-year-old boy accused of bringing a loaded gun to Sauder Elementary School in May and threatening a fellow student…

Stark County

Four former Canton City Schools employees wrongly paid nearly $40K after leaving jobs

Four former Canton City Schools employees were improperly paid nearly $40,000 in wages and bonuses after they had already left their jobs, according to a report released Thursday…

State News

Truck driver sentenced to 18 months for crash that killed six Tusky Valley students, adults

A truck driver convicted in a fiery crash that killed six people — including three Tuscarawas Valley High School students — has been sentenced to 18 months in prison, with credit…

Stark County

‘Absolutely criminal’: Stark County educators, leaders rally against state budget cuts

Stark County educators and community members filled the Canton Memorial Civic Center on June 10 to rally in support of public education, raising concerns about proposed state…

Stark County

Stark County leaders organize rally to oppose education budget cuts

Local school leaders, elected officials, educators and community members are coming together next month to speak out against proposed state education budget cuts. A public “Rally…

Stark County

Louisville HS principal goes viral after students hand him Hot Wheels during graduation ceremony

Louisville High School Principal Garry Tausch may need to clear some space on his desk — or start a miniature dealership — after receiving hundreds of Hot Wheels cars from…

Stark County

Brett Yeagley named next Superintendent of Lake Local Schools

The Lake Local Board of Education will hold a special meeting on Saturday, May 24, to officially hire Brett Yeagley as the district’s next superintendent, effective August 1.…

Sports

West Branch leaders under fire after texts threaten: ‘It will all come out’ if coach speaks

Newly uncovered text messages between West Branch Superintendent Micki Egli and Board President Mikki Kanagy are sparking fresh controversy over the school district’s handling of…

Crime

24-year-old accused of posing as teen to enroll at Ohio high school, join sports teams

A 24-year-old man is facing felony charges after authorities say he posed as a teenager to enroll at Perrysburg High School, where he attended classes and participated in…

Carroll County

Carrollton schools treasurer indicted for felony theft in office, tampering with records

The treasurer of Carrollton Exempted Village School District has been indicted by a Carroll County grand jury on felony charges of theft in office and tampering with records.…

Stark County

Student arrested after loaded gun found in backpack at Lake Middle/High School

A 17-year-old student at Lake Middle/High School was arrested Wednesday afternoon after deputies found a loaded handgun in his backpack, according to the Stark County Sheriff’s…

Sports

Louisville boys basketball Coach Tom Siegfried resigns after historic state title run

Louisville Leopards head boys basketball coach Tom Siegfried has announced his resignation, just a month after leading the program to its first-ever state championship. In a…

National News

Ohio teachers can now retire earlier as STRS board approves $1.84 billion benefit boost

The State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS) board has approved a $1.84 billion benefits package that will boost retirement perks for educators and retirees, following a…

Sports

West Branch rehires girls basketball coach after uproar, board apologizes for handling

After weeks of mounting controversy and public outcry, the West Branch Board of Education voted Wednesday night to reinstate longtime girls basketball coach Walt DeShields. The…

Stark County

Police respond to Perry Local’s Southway after student brings ammo to school; mentions gun

A student at Southway Intermediate School brought a magazine containing ammunition to school on Wednesday and allegedly implied they had a firearm in their backpack, according to…