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DeShields responds to West Branch decision, denies allegations of misconduct

Former West Branch girls basketball coach Walt DeShields is speaking out following the school district’s decision not to renew his contract, releasing a statement denying any…

April 11, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Sports

West Branch Schools address controversy over coach’s dismissal

West Branch Local Schools issued a statement Monday addressing community backlash following the decision not to renew Walt DeShields’ contract as head coach of the high school…

April 9, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Salem man accused of trying to open car doors at Mount Union, leads police on foot chase

A Salem man is facing multiple charges after police say he attempted to open car doors on the University of Mount Union campus and then fled from officers. Noah Bainbridge, 26,…

March 31, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Minerva, Malvern schools to welcome new superintendents in 2025

Two local school districts are preparing for leadership changes as both Minerva Local and Brown Local schools announced new superintendents to take over effective August 1, 2025.…

March 27, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Massillon teen charged after school restroom fight involving knife

A 16-year-old boy has been charged with felonious assault in juvenile court following a fight inside a restroom at Massillon Washington High School that left another student…

March 11, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Rolling Panthers host fundraiser game at Perry HS for wheelchair basketball program

The Rolling Panthers wheelchair basketball team received an outpouring of community support Wednesday night at Perry High School, as fans packed the gym to watch the team compete…

March 6, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

New Philadelphia teen arrested for alleged school threat on social media; charges are possible

A 15-year-old student at New Philadelphia High School was taken into custody Sunday morning after authorities were alerted to a potential school violence threat posted on social…

March 4, 2025 · Jordan Miller

National News

Misunderstanding at Muskingum University leads to shelter-in-place order

A shelter-in-place order at Muskingum University on Monday evening stemmed from a misunderstanding that was overheard during dinner, according to Muskingum County Sheriff Matt…

February 24, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Area school closings: Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025

Local schools are announcing school closures for Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025 due to predicted low temperatures. Alliance City Schools Canton City Schools Canton Local Schools…

February 17, 2025 · Jordan Miller

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Stark County

Stark County teacher charged in DUI crash with son in car that left man with fractured spine

A GlenOak High School social studies teacher is facing felony and misdemeanor charges after allegedly driving under the influence and causing a crash that seriously injured…

February 12, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Local Stark County school closes for second straight day due to staff illness

St. Peter Catholic School will remain closed Monday, Feb. 10, due to ongoing staff illnesses, school officials announced on social media. This marks the second consecutive closure…

February 10, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

School delays for Jan. 7, 2025

Some area schools are operating on a 2-hour delay on Tuesday, Jan. 7. Carroll County Carroll County Board of DD - 2-hour delay Carroll Hills Schools - 2-hour delay Carrollton…

January 7, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

School closings: January 6, 2025

Carroll County Carrollton Exempted Village Schools - Closed Brown Local Schools - Closed Conotton Valley Schools - Closed Minerva Local Schools - Closed Minerva Area Christian…

January 6, 2025 · Jordan Miller

National News

Three dead, several injured in shooting at Wisconsin Christian school

(It was originally reported that five people were dead. That information was inaccurately reported by the Madison Police Department. The story has been corrected to reflect that…

December 16, 2024 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Complete list of school closings and delays for December 5, 2024

Late-night snow has caused many area schools to close or operate on a 2-hour-delay for Thursday, Dec. 5. Here is a list of schools impacted in Stark, Carroll and Tuscarawas…

December 5, 2024 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Charges being filed in Canton Local bathroom assault, officials say

Charges are being filed in connection with an assault that occurred Monday in a bathroom at Canton South High School, officials told Jordan Miller News. An official with the Stark…

November 26, 2024 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Authorities, Canton Local Schools investigate assault in high school bathroom

Local authorities and the Canton Local School District are investigating a fight that occurred Monday in a bathroom at Canton South High School, an incident that was captured on…

November 26, 2024 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Photos/details: Brown Local Schools unveils plans for state-of-the-art Malvern athletic complex

Brown Local Schools has approved funding for a new Malvern Athletic Complex, set to be constructed at Malvern Community Park. The 6,000-square-foot facility is scheduled to open…

November 18, 2024 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

Juvenile driver cited for recklessly passing school bus, driving through yard in Tuscarawas County

A 17-year-old girl has been cited for failing to stop for a school bus after allegedly driving recklessly through a front yard to pass the bus as it released students, according…

November 15, 2024 · Jordan Miller

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State News

A year without Wyatt: Remembering those who died in the Tusky Valley bus crash

As the one-year mark since the tragic Tusky Valley band crash is here, the Mosley family remains in mourning, holding on to memories of their beloved son, Wyatt. The loss feels…

November 14, 2024 · Jordan Miller