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Local control, lasting impact: Fernyaks donate downtown properties to Richland County Foundation
John and Mimi Fernyak are donating their downtown properties to the Richland County Foundation to help further economic development.
Mansfield native served as a pioneer in women’s professional baseball league
MANSFIELD — Mary Holda (Elrod) boldly traveled where few before her had ever gone before, and few have ever since. Holda was born on Sept. 30, 1915, one of nine…
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Heinz resigns from Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development
MANSFIELD — The Richland Area Chamber and Economic Development announced Friday that Ellen Heinz, President & CEO, has submitted her resignation and will be leaving the organization in late March…
Step into Spring: A walk for inclusion and awareness
ONTARIO — A simple walk can carry a powerful message, turning an ordinary morning into a celebration of awareness and connection. That’s the goal when community members lace up their…
Where rare collectables find new homes: Ready Up trade show returns March 14
ONTARIO — The mall hum will fade into the background on March 14. Instead, shoppers will hear plastic cases snap open, vendors call out deals and collectors gasp when they…
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Richland County’s ‘Reverse Job Fair’ returns March 24 in Mansfield
Richland County’s most motivated high schoolers will audition for the workforce of the future at EmployMEpalooza 2026.
Grant funding to study environmental impact next step for Lexington connector
The next step for a proposed connecting road from Ohio 97/U.S. 42 to the intersection of Hanley and Lexington-Springmill roads is an environmental study.
Women’s Fund of The Shelby Foundation awards money to support women, families
The Women’s Fund of The Shelby Foundation has awarded $10,725 in grants through its 2026 grant cycle.
State swim meet preview: Ontario looks to improve on last year’s historic finish
ONTARIO — Grantham Trumpower and his Ontario teammates aren’t going on a sight-seeing tour this week in Canton. They consider the journey to C.T. Branin Natatorium and the state swimming tournament to be a business trip. The Division II swimming prelims begin Thursday afternoon and Ontario will look to improve…
Galion man, 60, arrested on child porn charges by Crawford County Sheriff’s Office
A 60-year-old Galion man was arrested on child pornography charges Wednesday afternoon by the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office.
Family Tradition: Ontario’s Ohl looks to join father, uncle as state champion
MANSFIELD — When your last name is Ohl and you are a wrestler at Ontario, big things are expected of you. Aiden Ohl has exceeded all expectations. The winningest wrestler in program history, Ohl stopped by the Inside the Lines podcast studio ahead of the postseason. He talked about what…
Local control, lasting impact: Fernyaks donate downtown properties to Richland County Foundation
John and Mimi Fernyak are donating their downtown properties to the Richland County Foundation to help further economic development.
Non-profit organizations offer local scholarships
MANSFIELD – The Mansfield-based mental health nonprofit 33 Forever Inc. will again award scholarships in the spring of 2026 for post-high school education to graduating seniors in Richland County. This scholarship, named “The 33 Forever Scholarship In Honor of Danielle Leedy,” is a one time awards of $1,333 to one…
Pressure sends Lexington past Madison in tournament opener
LEXINGTON — The Minutemen turned up the heat in the second half. Sixth-seeded Lexington forced six second-half turnovers resulting in 11 points and rallied for a 51-42 win over No. 7 Madison in a Division III boys basketball sectional semifinal at Lexington. Lexington (10-13) trailed 20-14 at the half only…
Parks over pavement: Green space takes center stage at regional planning meeting
City of Mansfield and Richland County parks officials took center stage on Wednesday during a regional planning commission meeting.
Mansfield Police Department’s K9 Maxx to get donation of body armor
MANSFIELD – K9 Maxx has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Maxx’s vest was embroidered with the sentiment “This gift of protection provided by Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.” Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., established…
Ontario Police Dept. to host annual awards banquet honoring lifesaving actions of officers
ONTARIO – The Ontario Police Department will host its annual awards banquet on Feb. 26, recognizing the dedication, professionalism, and outstanding service of its officers and staff over the past year. A highlight of this year’s ceremony will be the recognition of Officer Rod Roose and Officer Brody Martin for their lifesaving actions on Feb. 17, when…
Main St. to close in Crestline on Feb. 26
CRESTLINE — The Ohio Department of Transportation has announced the closure of State Route 181 (East Main Street) in the village of Crestline on Feb. 26. State Route 181 (East Main Street) at the railroad tracks between Railroad Avenue and North Washington Avenue, in the Village of Crestline, will close…
Letter to the Editor: Vote no ban on property rights on May 5
Dear Richland County Residents: I am a grandmother who believes in freedom and science. I want to leave a better world behind for my children, grandchildren and generations to come. I have lived in Richland County my entire life as did my parents, grandparents and great grandparents. My husband and…
Section of Fifth Avenue closed in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — The City of Mansfield has announced that due to water main repairs it is necessary to close sections of the following road while work is being completed. Fifth Avenue from Ashland Road to Orange Street. The road has been closed and construction signs will be posted at the…
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