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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.
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…
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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…
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.
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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…
Worthington, Washington & Plymouth fire departments receive ODNR grants for equipment and safety upgrades
RICHLAND COUNTY — Three Richland County fire departments have secured grants from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Forestry which will strengthen their response and protect the communities they serve — from new radios to wildfire personal protective equipment (PPE). The Ohio Division of Forestry awarded Volunteer Fire…
Husted reacts to Trump’s State-of-the-Union address
WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) released this statement following the President Donald Trump’s 2026 State of the Union address on Tuesday night. “This evening, I had the honor to attend President Trump’s State of the Union address. “He highlighted many of the ways we continue to deliver on…
Sweet Revenge: Rams rough up Tiffin Columbian, avenge regular-season loss
NEW WASHINGTON — It was only fitting that Madison would get another shot at Tiffin Columbian in the Division III girls basketball district semifinals. It was a loss to the Tornadoes in late-December that turned the season around for the Rams. Madison made the most of its chance at redemption…
Fredericktown caps perfect regular season with blowout of Indians
FREDERICKTOWN — There are few events in life that are etched in memories not only of individuals but also of entire communities. The Fredericktown 2025-26 basketball campaign is one of those memories. The Freddies finished their regular season 22-0 on Tuesday night with an exclamation point — a 72-35 thrashing…
Butler mayor claims he’s stepping down ‘under duress’ in handwritten resignation letter
BUTLER — Wesley Dingus’ resignation letter was quick and to the point, handwritten on a scrap of yellow notebook paper. The former mayor of Butler dated his resignation Monday, effective immediately, and noted that his departure from office was “NOT under stress but under duress.” Council voted unanimously to accept the…
Harrison County deer processor pleads guilty to multiple wildlife violations
COLUMBUS – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife has concluded an investigation into a white-tailed deer processor in Harrison County which resulted in 35 individuals being convicted of a total of 55 violations. During the investigation, dubbed Operation Donor Deer, the Division of Wildlife’s law enforcement officers…
Love, lies & mayhem: New comedy opens Friday night at the Mansfield Playhouse
“Love, Lies, & the Doctor’s Dilemma” opens Friday night at the Mansfield Playhouse for a two-weekend run.
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