Downtown Forward: $30.1M redevelopment takes key step with port authority
More than $700,000 in tax savings could help preserve some of Mansfield’s oldest downtown buildings.
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Madison Twp. residents raise concerns over Beal Road work
MADISON TOWNSHIP — Residents questioned the work done on Beal Road during Monday evening’s Madison Township trustees meeting. Tom Cook and Jean Wrasse raised concerns about whether the work would…
Here are the best movies & moments from Yellow Springs Film Festival
YELLOW SPRINGS — The unwritten rule at film festivals is that you treat celebrities like normal people. So when Dave Chappelle showed up at Saturday night’s after-party, there were no…
Mansfield City Council to vote on $156K federal grant to aid fire department
The MFD has been selected for a $156,752 federal grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to fund firefighter overtime, specialized training and equipment.
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Eerie Galion Walks return Oct. 9, 16 & 23
GALION — For the third consecutive year, Eerie Galion Walks return this fall with more chilling tales and paranormal intrigue, beginning on Friday, Oct. 9, and continuing on the next two successive Friday evenings, Oct. 16 and Oct. 23. This unforgettable experience, unique to north central Ohio, invites participants on…
Kingwood Center among five Richland County businesses seeking liquor options Nov. 3
The requests cover businesses in Mansfield and Shelby, with each question applying to a specific location and outlining which types of alcohol the business wants to sell and when.
Manufacturing Day connects 387 Crawford County students with local career opportunities
CRAWFORD COUNTY — The Crawford Partnership, in collaboration with Richland Manufacturing Coalition (RMC), brought together 387 tenth-grade students from six Crawford County school districts and nine local businesses for Manufacturing Day on Thursday, Oct. 1. Students from Bucyrus, Buckeye Central, Colonel Crawford, Crestline, Galion, and Wynford participated in workplace tours…
Sections of Park Avenue East and Ashland Road to close for water main repairs
MANSFIELD — The City of Mansfield has announced that due to water main repairs it is necessary to close sections of the following roads while work is being completed. Park Avenue East from Bentley Street to Ashland Road. Ashland Road from East Fourth Street to Park Avenue East. Park Avenue…
Columbus man charged following U.S. 30 road rage incident in Ashland County
A 34-year-old Columbus man is facing one count of felonious assault, a second-degree felony, following an Oct. 1 road rage incident in Ashland County.
Shelby City Schools given 4-star rating in Ohio school report cards
Shelby earned a four-star rating out of a possible five on its report card for the 2025-26 school year.
Skip the dinner debate: Savor & Sip brings 20+ local food and drink spots together
MANSFIELD – If your household is anything like mine, most evenings include some form of that exhausting “I don’t know, what do you want to eat?” debate. On Thursday, Oct. 22, the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development is solving the dinner problem while giving you a fun way to support…
Mansfield native may bring market-rate housing to former Madison Jr. High site
Once annexed, the property will also need to be rezoned within 30 days of its transfer from Madison Township into the city.
Vibrant fall colors are in Ohio’s October forecast
COLUMBUS – For many Ohioans, autumn represents pumpkin carving, the harvest season, Halloween campouts, and corn mazes. Spotting the first glimpse of fall color — seeing the leaves changing to strong reds, vivid yellows, and bold oranges — is also a favorite activity. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR)…
A Stroll Through the Garden: Organic and traditional lawn care explained
Anyone who owns yard space asks a similar question, “What can I do to improve the look of my lawn?” I haven’t mowed my lawn in about two weeks. It has not needed it. Wet soil and lower temperatures have slowed growth in my shady lawn. Before we start in…
Lexington retains 4-star rating on Ohio School Report Card
Lexington Local Schools maintained its overall 4 star rating.
Wiener King celebrates 50 years with coneys, music and community
MANSFIELD — Wiener King celebrated 50 years in business Saturday with $1 coneys, live music and a crowd that reminded owner Jimmy Smarjeff just how much the Mansfield community means to him. “It’s a big deal,” Smarjeff said. “It really is a big deal.” The anniversary celebration featured a ribbon…
Madison, Mansfield Sr. cross country runners compete at Mapleton Fall Classic
Nearly 200 athletes competed in the boys high school race and nearly 150 girls participated in the girls high school race.
Eagles drop Homecoming game to Tiffin
ASHLAND — Coming into Saturday (Oct. 3) afternoon’s 102nd Homecoming game, Ashland University’s football team ranked eighth in NCAA Division II in total defense. And the Eagles’ opponent, Tiffin, was ranked first. Saturday’s game played out that way, with the Dragons earning a 14-9 win over the Eagles. Ashland is 1-4 overall…
Mansfield City Schools keeps 3-star rating on Ohio School Report Cards
MANSFIELD — Four of the six Mansfield City Schools met or exceeded state standards last year, as measured by the latest round of Ohio School Report Cards. Every year, the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce releases its school report cards, which rate public schools and districts on a one-to-five star scale.…
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