Marshall Park becomes the vision for a memorial for military veterans in Ontario
A new memorial could give Ontario residents a place to reflect, remember and honor those who served. The Veterans Advisory Panel is looking to Marshall Park as its home.
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Mansfield couple honored for breathing new life into historic West First Street home
Allie Watson and her husband, Sam Chamberlin, were among those honored by Mayor Jodie Perry with the latest beautification awards.
METRICH raid in Mansfield targets 10 suspects, seizes drugs, $14,327 in cash
MANSFIELD — Ten individuals were targeted in a drug-trafficking raid conducted Tuesday by the METRICH Enforcement Unit, with assistance from the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force (NOVFTF). According to…
Richland County releases list of marriage applications Sept. 14 through Oct. 9
MANSFIELD — Listed here is a report of marriage applications applied for at the Richland County Probate Court from Sept. 14 through Oct. 9. These are enclosed in four consecutive…
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Shelby grad/Ontario resident to lead Richland County Job and Family Services
One of Lori Bedson’s final acts as the leader of Richland County Job & Family Services was to announce her own successor.
Postseason awaits area volleyball teams
Volleyball’s second season starts this week and for area teams, the tournament offers a chance at redemption. North central Ohio produced just one conference champion — Ashland hoisted the Ohio Cardinal Conference trophy — but a handful of teams are looking to make noise in the postseason. Division III The…
Madison, Shelby, Ontario, Clear Fork standouts headline Ohio prep football notebook
MANSFIELD — We’re turning to Week 10 of the Ohio high school football season and playoff prognostications are in the air. For instance, Lucas (4-5) needs a win at Wynford (3-6) in the season finale to keep alive its postseason streak. The Cubs have qualified for the playoffs 12 straight seasons.…
Doc Stumbo and his army ready for 23rd annual Make A Difference Day Food Drive on Friday
Doc Stumbo said Tuesday the need for community food assistance has never been greater in Richland County.
News Man Weekly: Mansfield woman pens memoir detailing trauma from a decades-old murder
Christen Dingess was 23 years old when her roommate and closest friend was brutally murdered — stabbed to death in the apartment the two women shared in Florida.
Shelby City Council advances lead-pipe project as utility rate hikes loom
Proposed electric changes include adjustments to the customer charge and distribution rates, along with raising security deposits from $300 to $400.
Taking the oath: Mansfield Fire Dept. swears in Galion & Hillsdale graduates
A Galion High School graduate and a Hillsdale High School graduate are the two newest members of the Mansfield Fire Department.
Richland Area Chamber celebrates 10th annual Savor & Sip with food, music and silent auction
MANSFIELD – The Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development will celebrate the 10th annual Savor & Sip Auction and Food Tasting on Thursday, Oct. 22, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Mid-Ohio Conference Center, 890 W. Fourth Street in Mansfield. A favorite community tradition, Savor & Sip brings together…
Letter to the Editor: Why I support Lexington Schools
“There’s no place like home.” For me, Lexington is home. I have been teaching English at Lexington High School since 1999, and I still love my job. I could have retired, but when you love what you do and believe in the people you work with, why would you want…
Ohio’s 2027 Wildlife Legacy Stamp will feature stunning gray fox
COLUMBUS – An eye-catching photo of a gray fox was selected as the featured image for the 2027 Ohio Wildlife Legacy Stamp. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife announced the photo, taken by Todd Hawkins of Marietta, was selected from a field of 99 wildlife images. Hawkins’…
Mansfield lawmakers to consider ban on ‘camping’ in downtown Central Business district
The law aims to regulate living accommodations in outdoor spaces while establishing specific guidelines for law enforcement officers before citations are issued or arrests are made.
Richland County Foundation funds $1.4 million in grants for health & housing needs
MANSFIELD – The Richland County Foundation Board of Trustees approved grants totaling $1,477,004.99 to non-profit organizations during its October meeting. Competitive and field of interest fund grants were approved by the board to four organizations. Community Health Access Project (CHAP) received a grant to enhance care coordination services for uninsured…
U.S. Marshals offer reward for capture of man with Mansfield ties
MANSFIELD — The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force is offering a reward for information which would lead to the capture of fugitive Hasan Hill. Hill is wanted by the Richland County Sheriff’s Office and the United States Marshals Service for felonious assault. Hill, 35, is described as a Black…
From Shelby roots to mental health leadership: Megan Davidson to become NAMI-RC executive director
Megan Davidson lives in Shelby with her husband of 15 years and their two children. She said her father’s example helped shape her desire to serve others.
Sunny skies and packed parking: Fleming Falls Preserve hosts first ‘Fall at the Falls’ Festival
Visitors streamed into the 184-acre park on Sunday at the former Camp Mowana for the first “Fall at the Falls” event.
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