Madison’s historic postseason run ends in 10-inning state semifinal thriller
AKRON — Madison’s magical postseason run came to a heartbreaking end Friday afternoon in Akron. The Rams battled toe-to-toe with Louisville for 10 innings before falling 3-2 in a Division…
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Mansfield seeks nominees for new ‘Mayor’s Beautification Award’ program
The city of Mansfield is launching a new Mayor’s Beautification Award program to recognize businesses, organizations and residents.
Ontario learning center owner opens kids resale shop in Ashland
Clover Kids Resale Shop is a locally owned resale shop offering high-quality, gently used items for babies, children and teens.
Where to find live music near you this summer
Looking to find live music in north central Ohio? From energetic summer festivals to acoustic sessions at local wineries and breweries to independent venues, the music scene across Richland, Ashland and Knox counties is packed with something for everyone this season. Whether you are planning a weekend night out in…
Richland County Park District to dedicate new flagpole on June 14 at Gorman Nature Center
MANSFIELD — The Richland County Park District (RCPD) Board of Commissioners invites the public to the Gorman Nature Center on Sunday, June 14 at 2 p.m. for the dedication of its new flagpole. The ceremony will be held at Gorman Nature Center, located at 2295 Lexington Avenue, with remarks prior…
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Mansfield City Council approves $327K in five grants for police dept.
The amount of grant money flowing into the Mansfield Police Department was not lost on Cheryl Meier on Tuesday evening.
Pedestrian killed in Huron Twp. after being struck by motorcyclist in 2-vehicle crash
HURON TOWNSHIP — A Wisconsin man was killed Tuesday night after being struck by a motorcycle in a crash that involved two vehicles, according to the Sandusky Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Richard Hartnell, 56, Kenosha, Wisconsin, suffered fatal injuries at the scene of the incident, the Patrol…
Lex’s Hughes overcomes injuries, looks to repeat as state champ
LEXINGTON — Latrell Hughes and his Lexington teammates enjoyed a dream season in 2025, placing second at the Division I state track meet. The 2026 campaign has been nightmarish, but Hughes and the Minutemen hope to make amends this weekend. Hughes will try to defend his state titles in both…
Salvation Army to distribute donuts at Mansfield Veterans Clinic on Friday morning
MANSFIELD – The Salvation Army Mansfield Corps, along with its Advisory Board Members, will be handing out donuts at the Mansfield Veterans Clinic, 1025 South Trimble Road, Mansfield on Friday, June 5 from 8 to 11 a.m., or until the donuts are gone. The donuts are being supplied by The…
Light on: Mansfield City Council OKs plan to build solar farms on top of closed landfills
What’s the highest and best possible use for a closed landfill? Solar farms fit the bill, officials said.
AFP-OH urges action on Medicaid accountability reforms in Ohio
COLUMBUS – Americans for Prosperity-Ohio (AFP-OH) testified Wednesday before the Ohio House Medicaid Committee in support of House Bill 795, legislation aimed at strengthening oversight, increasing transparency, and preventing fraud within Ohio’s Medicaid program. AFP-OH State Director Donovan O’Neil delivered proponent testimony, noting that AFP-OH raised concerns about Medicaid accountability more than…
Adena hosts Skills Day for local students interested in skilled trades
MANSFIELD — Adena recently welcomed hundreds of students from across north central Ohio recently to its Mansfield headquarters for Skills Day, a hands-on event designed to connect students with careers in construction and the skilled trades. Students from Pioneer Career and Technology Center, Tri-Rivers Career Center, Heartland Career Center, Knox County Career Center,…
U.S. Customs & Border Protection seizes 337 hatching eggs labeled as winter jackets in Ohio bust
CINCINNATI — U.S. Customs and Border Protection agriculture specialists at Cincinnati’s Port of Entry inspected and seized a shipment arriving from Germany containing 337 hatching eggs placed in foam layers on May 27. The shipment, headed for Alaska, was manifested as winter jackets. Using intelligence-gathering and their expertise, agriculture specialists detained…
Bite Club: Tropical Frappe offers Puerto Rican-inspired drinks and stuffed cookies in Mount Vernon
MOUNT VERNON – We’ve all been there: the marketing for a restaurant is so good you make a special trip, buzzing with anticipation, only to be let down that real life did not meet your expectations. Filters and flattering angles cannot be applied to taste buds. That was not the…
Troy Township firefighters honored for lifesaving rescue of Bellville man
TROY TOWNSHIP — Firefighter Patrick Compton was trained on grain bin rescue operations, but he had never needed to put those skills in action. That changed two days after Christmas, when Bellville resident Mark Berry fell and became trapped in a grain silo. Compton spent three hours on the scene with fellow…
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