Mansfield City Council approves land annexation for Buc-ee’s Travel Center
Mansfield City Council on Tuesday annexed the land that could give the beaver a new home near the I-71/Ohio 39 interchange.
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SHELBY — A proposed digital sign for the Ralph Phillips VFW Post 291 sparked another round of discussion Monday as Shelby City Council weighed preservation standards, downtown aesthetics and public…
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No life-threatening injuries in crash involving two semis Monday on I-71
No life-threatening injuries were reported Monday morning during a crash that involved two tractor-trailer rigs on I-71.
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America 250 gives north central Ohio communities a chance to celebrate close to home
NORTH CENTRAL OHIO — North central Ohioans looking for history, celebration and community connection during the nation’s 250th anniversary won’t have to travel far to find it. Todd Kleismit, executive director of the America 250-Ohio Commission, said the state’s year-long celebration highlights nationally significant sites, local stories and community pride…
Skate Ohio to bring roller rink, skateboarding to Ontario Center
ONTARIO — Roller skates, skateboards and the energy of a long-missed pastime are set to fill the Ontario Center once again this summer. Skate Ohio plans to open a combined roller skating rink and skateboarding facility inside the Ontario Center, with a public opening in early July. “We’re terrified because…
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Bee Beautiful Boutique finds a permanent home in Downtown Shelby
SHELBY — What started as a small shop in a garage has grown into a full storefront on Shelby’s Main Street for local boutique owner Shelley Alsept. Alsept officially opened Bee Beautiful Boutique at 26 W. Main St. on Friday morning, marking the fourth location for her growing business. “People…
Mansfield native Moore wins first race at revived Mansfield Speedway
MANSFIELD — It couldn’t have been scripted any better. Mansfield native Kyle Moore took the lead on the 25th lap and held off pole sitter Rusty Schlenk to win the Valvoline American Late Model Iron-Man Series 30-lap main event during Friday’s Comeback Classic at Mansfield Speedway. Schlenk led most of…
Lexington girls win 5th straight OCC track title; Arrows runner-up
The Ashland boys and girls track and field teams each were within two final events of winning Ohio Cardinal Conference titles Friday night.
Heartland Technical Education Center says farewell to Class of 2026
Heartland Technical Education Center said farewell to nearly 200 high school seniors Friday morning on the campus of Ashland University.
Fredericktown High School graduates 105 in Class of 2026
FREDERICKTOWN — A few tears, numerous smiles and a sense of accomplishment filled Fredericktown High School’s gymnasium on Friday night. The Class of 2026, 105 strong, graduated during commencement ceremonies in front of a full house of family and friends. Valedictorians Katherine Bellman, Raegan Blanchard, Alexander Broerman, Cooper Love and…
Avita Health System recognizes nurses with DAISY Awards
ONTARIO – Three registered nurses at Avita Health System were honored with The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses during Nurses Week. The award is part of The DAISY Foundation’s mission to recognize nurses for the compassionate care they provide to patients and families every day. This year’s DAISY Award recipients are…
Jo Dee Messina brings 30 years of country hits to The Ren in January
MANSFIELD — Country music favorite Jo Dee Messina will bring her powerhouse vocals, chart-topping hits, and deeply personal storytelling to the Renaissance Theatre on Saturday, Jan. 16 at 7:30 p.m. as part of the Avita Health System Concert Series. Known for beloved hits like Heads Carolina, Tails California, Bye Bye,…
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Richland County Park District takes ownership of Niss Waterfall Preserve
MANSFIELD — The Richland County Park District has acquired a massive new nature preserve — but it won’t be open to the public for a few more years. After years of restoration work at the Niss Waterfall Preserve, the Western Reserve Land Conservancy donated the 287-acre property to the county park…
National Police Officers Memorial Day: Honoring the 4 Mansfield Policemen who died in the line of duty
MANSFIELD — Peace Officers Memorial Day was established by President John F. Kennedy in 1962 through a proclamation that designated May 15th as a day of recognition for fallen law enforcement officers. In Mansfield, that means a time to remember the four police officers who died in the line of duty…
Champions crowned in MOESC academic challenge event
MANSFIELD – The 6th-8th grade academic challenge teams concluded their academic challenge season this week. “We want to congratulate all competitors but especially our winners for each tournament,” said the Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center. May 12 (6th grade) Sixth-grade teams: Ashland A & B; Colonel Crawford A & B; Crestline;…
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