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In today's newsletter:

  • How you can help grow Ian Atkinson's new Ashland scholarship fund
  • How an online game may have sparked Ashland's latest swatting scare
  • Want a peek at what's changing in Ashland's hospital care?

Also on today's calendar: Ashland County FREE Produce Distribution — Matthew 25 Outreach Center and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 74 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Mostly cloudy and comfortable, temps: high: 76, low: 61.
  • Thursday: An afternoon shower in spots, with a high of 80 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Scholarship fund honors memory of Ian Atkinson (kentucky.com) — A new scholarship at the Ashland County Community Foundation is honoring Ian Atkinson by helping Hillsdale High School seniors heading to trade or technical schools. Local residents can donate online or by mail to support the fund, which reflects Ian's strong faith, work ethic, and love of helping others. Contributions of any size are welcomed from the Ashland community.
   

2. Call Claiming Shooting Sends Police to Lincoln Avenue Home (ashlandcountypictures.com) — Police and medics rushed to a Lincoln Avenue home in Ashland Sunday night after a caller falsely claimed she had shot her mother, triggering a full Special Response Team deployment. Officers found the family unharmed and no emergency, and are now investigating the incident as swatting possibly linked to online gaming. The case remains open with potential charges including telecommunications harassment and 911 misuse.
   

3. UH Samaritan Medical Center hosts Champions of Care (times-gazette.com) — University Hospitals Samaritan Medical Center is inviting Ashland residents to its Champions of Care event on Oct. 28 at UH Samaritan on Main, highlighting new programs and caregiver achievements. Starting with a 5 p.m. reception, the evening features COO Sylvia Radziszewski discussing recent healthcare improvements and priorities. Community members are asked to RSVP by Oct. 19 and wear business casual attire.
   

4. Bendon acquires Hinkler North America business (centredaily.com) — An Ashland-based children's publishing company, Bendon LLC, has acquired Hinkler's North American business, expanding its lineup of coloring, activity, and educational products. Leaders say the deal should strengthen Bendon's brands, retail relationships, and distribution reach, potentially boosting the company's growth and economic footprint in Ashland.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Tuesday September 29
  • Varsity Girls Soccer (H) vs. Loudonville - Senior Night
    Crestview Local Ashland, OH 44805
    5:00 pm
  • MS Volleyball (H) vs. Madison
    Crestview Local Ashland, OH 44805
    5:00 pm
  • JV / Varsity Volleyball (H) vs. Monroeville
    Crestview Local Ashland, OH 44805
    5:30 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Applebee's - Apple American Group posted a job opening for Assistant Manager in Ashland. Apply here.
  • Brethren Care Village, LLC posted a job opening for Kitchen Aide in Ashland. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Ashland here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hop Squatch! (Thank you Terri R. for sending it in!)
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