Preserving the Past
Before we look at today’s story, I would like to sadly note the passing of Ashland’s own Bill Cunis. Educator, coach, and all-around good guy, Bill was always involved in every aspect of life in Ashland. He wasn’t a politician, at least not in the classical sense, because he much preferred to work one-on-one with his students and athletes rather […]
» Read moreLast month’s visit with the I.O.O.F stirred quite a few memories with some of the more established residents of Ashland (I wouldn’t dare say older). Thank you for your contributions and recollections. The Historical Society now has items donated that create a more complete picture of the organization, as well as providing a clearer path for researchers in the future. […]
» Read moreMany of our visits to Ashland’s past have involved the various bodies of water within our borders. Whether they are reservoirs, ponds, or rivers, Ashland has its share. We also know from other Stories of Ashland it was not always that way. Near the turn of the 19th century, Ashland was the unwilling host of multiple water storage basins for […]
» Read moreIt’s fun to look at old buildings in town and wonder about their origins. I look at Lunker’s next to the downtown fire station and remember Bean’s and the Ashland News Store. Others remember the old Hunt and Denver or maybe Ozzie’s Market depending upon your age. A lot of these buildings still exist, and a lot have burned to […]
» Read moreAshland was a mere 63 years old in 1909. Much like our sister communities we created our own identity with churches, schools, businesses and civic organizations. The Ashland Historical Society was founded in 1909. Although it existed as the Home Study Club, the Society didn’t officially exist until 12 members signed an Agreement of Association in Judge Higley’s office on […]
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