Every dollar counts: Richland County Foundation celebrates ripple effect of community’s generosity
MANSFIELD — It’s hard to drive through Mansfield without seeing the impact of the Richland County Foundation. At its annual meeting Friday, President and CEO Allie Watson highlighted several high…
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2,000 residents respond to Mansfield survey on potential new aquatic center
Mayor Jodie Perry said Wednesday the city received 2,000 responses to a survey about a potential new aquatic center.
Richland County ranks 2nd among 88 Ohio counties in voter turnout Tuesday
Richland County had the state’s second-highest voting turnout by percentage in Ohio in the May 5 primary election cycle.
Ontario students trip the light fantastic at 2026 Prom
ONTARIO — Ontario High School students enjoyed the 2026 prom over the weekend. Below are photos of the students shared by the school.
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100-cruiser caravan honoring slain Morrow County deputy rolls through Sunbury
COLUMBUS — Nearly 100 cruisers from multiple law enforcement agencies took part in the annual Memorial Cruiser Caravan on Wednesday night. Family members of fallen officers also participated in the caravan that started in New Albany and went through Johnstown, Sunbury, Galena, Genoa, and Westerville, before ending in Columbus. Those members…
Lexington students lend a hand with free meals ministry in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — Lily, a sixth grader at Eastern Elementary, reached into bulk box of individually-wrapped snack bags. She held up two options, asking the man across the table which he wanted. It was just after 11 a.m. on Wednesday. A group of sixth graders from the Eastern Elementary student council was…
What happens when the Columbus Zoo evacuates? Officials explain after recent threats
Columbus Zoo boosts security after recent threats; guests impacted by closures can request refunds or exchanges online now.
Thousands expected as Richland Public Health brings free Guardcare event to Mansfield July 30 to Aug. 1
MANSFIELD — Richland Public Health is proud to announce that it will host GuardCare 2027, a large-scale community health and wellness event, from July 30 through Aug. 1, 2027, at The Ohio State University at Mansfield campus. GuardCare is a community outreach initiative led by the Ohio National Guard that…
OhioHealth & Nationwide Children’s break ground on $38.4M Ontario medical campus
ONTARIO — Families shouldn’t have to choose between getting care and getting there. That’s the message Dr. Ray Bignall, nephrologist and chief health equity officer at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, said drives his work. He feels responsible for ensuring every child receives excellent care, no matter where they live or who…
Ohio History Connection breaks ground on $25.9M Poindexter Village African American Museum in Columbus
COLUMBUS – The Ohio History Connection broke ground on May 6 for its newest historic site: the Poindexter Village African American Museum, 290 N. Champion Ave. on Columbus’ Near East Side. The innovative new museum is expected to open in early 2028. “The Poindexter Village African American Museum will connect…
Mansfield Power Squadron to host May 16 event at Charles Mill Marina
MANSFIELD — The Mansfield Power Squadron will sponsor its annual Safe Boating Week event on Saturday, May 16 to help promote National Safe Boating Week. The event will take place from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Charles Mill Marina Patio adjacent to the marina store. Charles Mill Marina is…
Mansfield Sr. High revives theater program with Godspell Jr.
MANSFIELD — Matthew Nowak stood at the foot of the stage, looking up at the band of teenage thespians. They’d just finished rehearsing a number from the spring musical. The sound system had glitched, temporarily cutting off the rehearsal track mid-song. Nowak, the assistant band director at Mansfield Senior High,…
National Police Week to be celebrated in Mansfield May 10 to 16
MANSFIELD — In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation designating May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which it falls as National Police Week. Each year, communities across the nation come together to honor the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers. This year,…
A legacy of care: How one paramedic helped shape modern EMS in Mansfield
Mansfield Fire Dept. Lt. Jim Odson, the city’s first paramedic, retired Wednesday after 34 years of service.
Mid-Ohio ESC to host 2nd annual Includapalooza on Aug. 11
MANSFIELD – Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center has announced the return of Includapalooza, a conference for school-based professionals, to be held at the Mid-Ohio ESC Conference Center on Aug. 11, 2026 from 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. This conference is for school-based professionals, including occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, physical therapists, school…
U.S. Marshals arrest Canton murder suspect Wednesday morning
CANTON – Members of the U.S. Marshals led Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force (NOVFTF) arrested Ashaad Delshawn Carlisle, 33, early Wednesday morning in Canton. Carlisle was wanted by the Canton Police Department for aggravated murder and the discharge of a firearm near a prohibited premises. “Detectives with the Canton…
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Most leaders don’t think they’re doing too much. They think they’re doing what’s needed. A phone call after hours.A project about to miss a deadline.A team member unsure how to handle a difficult situation. In each case, stepping in feels right—responsible, attentive, the mark of someone who cares. And in…
Richland County residents keep ban on wind/solar projects in 11 of 18 townships
Richland County Commissioner Darrell Banks said township residents were heard from Tuesday night.
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