Willie May’s Legacy A Faithful Pastor Passes the Torch to His Son Ellen Keaton Ashland Beacon     As a young boy growing up in church, Willie May never dreamed that one day he would become a preacher, much less a pastor. Looking back on those years now, it is pretty obvious that God had chosen him for a greater purpose. At nine years old, Willie proved his determination when he decided he wanted to play the piano. He simply sat down and taught himself to play by ear. He c

Loveuary, Love is in the Air A Celebration of Love and Unity with Merle Norman Ashland Gideon Thompsom The Ashland Beacon                   Valentine’s Day and the celebration of love isn’t restrained to one singular understanding as we each consider love to be what we know of the matter. Some may view love as an idea while others require more tangible and secure definitions. Love is subject to rivalry, competition, regulation and even confusion at times. We may find ours

Ashland Claims Governor's Cup Title; Russell Finishes Strong As Runner-Up Sasha Bush The Ashland Beacon   For the third straight year, Ashland Middle School has claimed the regional crown, dominating the Governor’s Cup Region 18 and proving once again that it is the team to beat in an academic competition. The 2026 regional championship brought together some of the brightest middle school minds in the area — but when the dust settled, Ashland stood alone at the top, earnin