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.

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Today: A solar project in Morrow County is under pressure to clean up its act after a state inspection confirmed a growing list of safety and environmental concerns.

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In Episode 2 of Inside the Lines, Curt Conrad and Effie James sit down with Ashland senior quarterback Nathan Bernhard, who recently committed to Appalachian State. Bernhard shares why the Mountaineers were the right fit, how the chance to play early factored into his decision and what it was like navigating the new NIL world as a high school recruit. He also breaks down the culture at App State, from its passionate fan base to a coaching staff with NFL experience and why he believes it’s the perfect place to develop his game.

Looking back on his career at Ashland, Bernhard reflects on his journey from battling injuries as a freshman two-way player to leading the Arrows to a historic playoff win over DeSales in 2024. He talks about the impact of head coach Scott Valentine, the freedom that comes with running the Ashland offense and the lessons of growing up in a competitive sports family. Off the gridiron, he shares his love for basketball, reveals who the best football player is on the court and sets expectations for what this senior season could mean for both him and his teammates.

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• Ashland QB Bernhard commits to Division I Appalachian State
• Q-A with Ashland QB & Appalachian State commitment Nathan Bernhard
• 2025 Ashland Arrows football preview

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Today: He took the parks from forgotten to flourishing, now, Mansfield’s Mark Abrams is stepping away after three transformative decades with the city.

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Today: A Mansfield gathering later this month will offer comfort, connection, and healing for those grieving lives lost to overdose.

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Episode 61 of News Man Weekly is here, and the Old News Man is running the newsroom while the boss is on vacation. Carl, joined as always by executive producer Zac Hiser and videographer Hayden Gray, takes listeners through a wild weekend of headlines — from Mansfield City Council’s looming labor contract decisions to a tragic crash in Franklin Township, plus the crowd-pleasing announcement that the Budweiser Clydesdales are headed to the area this September. 

Later in the show, Carl welcomes the three newest members of the Source Media reporting team: Jack Slemenda at Knox Pages, Taylor Henninger at Ashland Source, and Hannah Martin at Richland Source. The trio shares why they chose journalism, what they’ve learned so far about their communities, and where they hope their careers will take them. It’s a conversation that bridges generations of newsroom experience. 

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• Mansfield City Council faces vote on fact-finder’s report for AFSCME contract
• Truck driver killed in three-vehicle crash at Ohio 96/Ohio 13, says state patrol
• Here Comes the King: World-famous Budweiser Clydesdales coming to Mansfield & Bellville in September
• Meet Lex grad Hannah Martin, Richland Source’s new reporter
• Meet Taylor Henninger, Ashland Source’s new reporter
• Meet Jack Slemenda, new Knox Pages reporter

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