Today: What happens when an Ashland detective earns the trust of a serial killer? A new book reveals how one woman uncovered the truth behind five brutal murders — and possibly more.

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In this special Labor Day edition of News Man Weekly, Carl takes a look back at the origins of the holiday and salutes the working men and women who keep America moving forward every day. 
Later, Carl welcomes two special guests: former Ashland University football coach Lee Owens and Richland Source Managing Editor Larry Phillips. The pair has teamed up on a new book, The Spirit of a Team: Successful CEOs and Coaches Share Their Strategies for Achieving Success, with a foreword by former Ohio State coach — and now lieutenant governor — Jim Tressel. Owens and Phillips share what they learned from interviewing leaders across sports and business, why teamwork matters at every level and how lessons from the field translate into boardrooms and beyond.  
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Today: A Perrysville man has been sentenced to more than 200 years in prison following a violent incident last year that led to a multi-county manhunt and a lengthy trial.

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What does building community look like through the eyes of the next generation?

In this episode, we sit down with Lexington High School senior Katya Prykhodko, who first caught our attention at a Kaleidoscope event when she asked a bold question about connection in a post-COVID world. Katya shares her perspective on stepping away from social media, finding authentic connection, and what it means to create a “village” for Gen Z in Mansfield and beyond.

From reimagining downtown Mansfield to learning the language of communication, Katya reminds us that community is built through small acts of curiosity, humility, and courage.

If you're new here, this is a place for everyone to laugh, learn, heal and build. Not alone. Not perfectly. But arm in arm, heart to heart. Because we were never meant to do this alone. We are always Better Together. 

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Today - Rising costs and limited federal funding are forcing Mansfield’s housing authority to freeze Section 8 vouchers until 2026.

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In Episode 3 of Inside the Lines, Curt Conrad and Effie James talk with Shelby senior quarterback Brayden DeVito, who’s set to continue his career at the Air Force Academy. DeVito reflects on his journey from stepping onto the field as a freshman in Shelby’s last game at historic Skiles Field to becoming a four-year starter and leader for the Whippets. He shares memories of being mentored early on, the iconic hook-and-ladder play that still defines Shelby football, and how former Whippet QB Brennan Armstrong has been a constant source of support.

The conversation dives into DeVito’s decision to commit to Air Force after considering—and initially dismissing—all of the service academies. He explains why the program’s brotherhood, culture, and rejection of NIL drew him in, and what it means to hear, “Come be America’s quarterback.” Beyond football, he talks about the pride of being an All-Ohioan in three sports, leading Shelby’s basketball team to its first Final Four, and how those big-game moments prepared him for what comes next. From carrying the weight of leadership now to his future service obligations, DeVito opens up about the responsibility he embraces on and off the field—before finishing with some rapid-fire favorites and how he hopes to be remembered.

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• Wild blue yonder: Shelby’s DeVito commits to U.S. Air Force Academy
• Preseason Poll: Shelby picked to defend MOAC title
• ‘Prove ’em right:’ Shelby recharged after playoff heartbreak last season

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Today  - One Ashland woman’s missing parrot has sparked an unlikely wave of kindness, turning a neighborhood search into a community mission.

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Episode 62 of News Man Weekly kicks off with Carl, Zac and Hayden swapping stories from opening night of high school football — the first time in decades Carl wasn’t on the sidelines. Alongside the laughs and riffs, the team covers the week’s big local headlines, including arrests in the Ja’Myrion Hobbs murder case, a packed Heart of the City Cruise-In and Lexington’s $500,000 safety corridor project.

This week’s guests bring both creativity and advocacy to the studio. Mansfield Playhouse artistic director Doug Wertz joins the show to preview the theater’s 100th season and its opening comedy Moon Over Buffalo, plus updates on a $7.5 million capital campaign for a new facility. 

Later, longtime attorney and community advocate Eric Miller sits down to discuss his history of tackling Mansfield infrastructure issues — from potholes and water mains to his latest focus on the Clear Fork Reservoir. It’s a mix of news, entertainment and conversation you won’t find anywhere else.

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• Heart of the City Cruise-In showcases classic cars & cherished memories
• Police laud public tips after 2 arrests in connection with Mansfield murder
• Lexington moves forward with safety corridor project in the village
• Check out the 2025-26 Mansfield Playhouse season

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Today - A fire chief in Ashland County has been arrested after a months-long investigation into alleged crimes against children.

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What does it mean to practice radical compassion in a world that often feels overwhelming?

Dr. Arianna Howard, an empath, master trainer, and compassion influencer, has worked with more than 8,000 clients to help them heal, grow, and lead with kindness. In this episode, she sits down with hosts Maddie and Brittany to explore how we can:

• Heal from trauma and dismantle survival mode

• Protect our energy as empaths and highly sensitive people

• Embrace discomfort as a pathway to growth

• Understand how self-care and community care are inseparable

Dr. Howard also shares her personal story of unexpected motherhood, and the lessons she’s learned about resilience, grace, and connection. This is a conversation about truth, discomfort, transformation, and most importantly — compassion.

If you're new here, this is a place for everyone to laugh, learn, heal and build. Not alone. Not perfectly. But arm in arm, heart to heart. Because we were never meant to do this alone. We are always Better Together. 

Let's Connect! 

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