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CITY OF ASHLAND

Ashland is a city in and the county seat of Ashland County, Ohio 66 miles southwest of Cleveland and 82 miles northeast of Columbus.  Voted as the safest college town in 2018, Ashland has a vibrant local community that makes living there worthwhile. It is well-known in Ohio for its welcome sign, which claims the city to be, “The World Headquarters of Nice People.” 

ASHLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY

At the Ashland Public Library, you'll find a wealth of books, e-books, audiobooks, and more!  Please feel free to explore our online catalog, check out our upcoming events or read more about the services we provide.

You'll be surprised how much is as your fingertips at the Ashland Public Library!

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ASHLAND UNIVERSITY

Ashland University has a rich tradition as a private, comprehensive institution preparing students for exciting professions and careers. The University consists of four academic colleges -- College of Arts & Sciences, Dauch College of Business & Economics, Schar College of Education and Schar College of Nursing and Health Sciences -- as well as the Graduate, Online and Adult Studies; the Founders School for Continuing Education; and Ashland Theological Seminary.

ASHLAND COUNTY-WEST HOLMES CAREER CENTER

Ashland County-West Holmes Career Center offers high school and adult education programs that will teach you what you need to know through hands-on classes so you can find immediate and fulfilling opportunities in the real world.  

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ASHLAND CITY SCHOOLS FOUNDATION

Since 1994, ACSF has generated close to $1 million in donations from AHS alumni, retired teachers, corporations, foundations and friends. These funds are used throughout the year to support Ashland City Schools with teacher grants and other special programs/contributions. These financial gifts are made possible by the donations received, as well as earned income and interest from the endowment fund. All contributions from the Ashland City Schools Foundation are designated to provide educational opportunities for all students and educators in the Ashland City School District.

ASHLAND COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

The community foundation is like the community’s charitable savings account. We pool resources from community members, invest them and then use them to make grants for the betterment of the entire community.  We exist to serve donors, nonprofit organizations and the community as a whole.

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ASHLAND COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Healthy People.  Healthy Environment.  Healthy Community.

At the Ashland County Health Department, we strive to promote optimal health for individuals and families of the Ashland Community through public health education, prevention of disease and injury, and response to public health challenges.

ASHLAND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

What is the Chamber?  We are an organization dedicated to protecting and promoting the interests of the business community in the Ashland Area by forming strategic partnerships that create, advocate for, and grow a thriving business community.

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JOBS FOR OHIO'S GRADUATES

JOG is a non-profit workforce development program with over 35 years of experience supporting young people in Ohio. Our services include mentoring, career counseling, and job placement assistance, all aimed at helping participants successfully transition from school to the workforce. Work experience is a key component of our program. Through JOG, participants are connected with employers who match their skills and interests, providing them with valuable hands-on experience, such as internships, apprenticeships, and other work-based learning opportunities.

EXPLORE ASHLAND

The people living in this area are hospitable down to our roots. We put our best foot forward when it comes to education. From K-12 and even higher education at Ashland University, students find themselves here.

Business is booming here and is further enhanced by easy access to the Columbus, Cleveland, and Akron metro areas. We put the wider world at your fingertips!

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ASHLAND MAIN STREET

We believe in “building community by strengthening our downtown”. Ashland Main Street leads the downtown revitalization effort by assisting businesses, planning events, and encouraging redevelopment and beautification in the center of our town.  Downtown Ashland exemplifies what has made this community great for over 200 years, and what will continue to keep it thriving for many more.  Our goal is to create an attractive destination for residents and visitors alike, to fortify our community by focusing on its heart; our downtown.