A Stroll Through the Garden: Is purslane weed food or decorative accent?
Over the years, I’ve shared countless springs and summers with purslane, the so-called weed. Maybe you’ve spotted it too — one of my clients had so many purslane plants, their…
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Slugfest: Ontario belts three more homers in 11-9 win over Lexington
WILLARD — The Ontario bomb squad was at it again. The second-seeded Warriors belted three more home runs and held on for an entertaining 11-9 win over No. 3-seed Lexington…
Madison knocks off top-seeded Shelby in Division III district semifinals
Madison jumped out to an early lead and cruised to a 5-1 win over top-seeded Shelby in a Division III district semifinal game Thursday.
Former Richland County Mental Health agency leader convicted on seven criminal charges
The former executive director of the Richland County Mental Health and Recovery Services was found guilty on seven criminal charges Thursday.
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18-year-old shot to death through apartment window on West Third Street in Mansfield
An 18-year-old Mansfield woman was shot to death through an apartment window Wednesday night at 794 W. Third St., according to Mansfield police.
Rain or shine: Lexington Farmers Market kicks off its inaugural season
LEXINGTON — The Lexington Farmers Market got off to a soggy start Wednesday afternoon, but vendors said they were pleased with the turnout in spite of the rain. “It feels great to be here and great to finally have a market in Lexington,” said Caitlin Duncan, the owner of Wild…
Poignant musical ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ to kick off 2026-2027 season at Mansfield Playhouse
The poignant musical “Dear Evan Hansen” kicks off the theater’s 101st season during national Suicide Prevention Month.
Brutus unveiled: How a Clear Fork grad created an iconic mascot moment
FREDERICKTOWN — Jeff Moody had no idea he was about to go down in history. He spent the last two and a half years living in relative anonymity. Sure, he’d traveled the country, competed at the national level and stood on the sidelines of some of the biggest college football games…
Finish line looms 5 months away in Mansfield’s Main Street improvement project
The finish line to the $20.3 million Main Street Corridor Improvement project is about five months away.
Bears, bobcats and badgers: Ohio’s wild side is quietly rebounding
Rare wildlife like bobcats and black bears is returning to Ohio as humans retreat indoors—discover more about this surprising trend now.
Eight indicted in Ohio Medicaid fraud, nursing home theft cases
COLUMBUS — Indictments filed this month by the office of Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost accuse five Medicaid providers of stealing a combined $542,176 from the government health-care program for the needy. Three additional people face charges for allegedly stealing from nursing home residents. “Caregivers are meant to protect the…
Mansfield author publishes Oliver’s Time Travels
MANSFIELD — Educator and author Daniel Jones is preparing to release Oliver’s Time Travels: Don’t Touch Anything, the first book in a new middle-grade adventure series that brings ancient history to life while reimagining what a book can look and feel like for every kind of reader. Ten-year-old Oliver has…
Ontario 5th graders showcase their skills through ‘teach shares’
ONTARIO — Joni Stierhoff isn’t afraid to let her fifth graders get messy. Every spring, they demonstrate a skill of their own choosing — whether that’s playing piano, baking banana bread or making slime. “We’ve had some interesting science experiments,” Stierhoff said. “When we first started, I had carpet in…
Public parking lot planned along Trimble Road near tunnel to B&O connector trail
A public parking lot is planned along the east side of Trimble Road near the tunnel that leads to the B&O Trail connector.
Catalyst Life Services launches 2026 Summer Youth Program
MANSFIELD – Catalyst Life Services, in partnership with Richland County Job and Family Services (RCJFS) and the Richland County Youth and Family Council, is excited to announce the 2026 Summer Youth Program. This initiative is designed to provide local youth with valuable work experience while earning a competitive wage and…
Section of Ohio 61 to close south of Shelby
SHELBY — State Route 61 between Stiving Road and Jayne Ave, south of the city of Shelby, will close Wednesday, May 27 for bridge repairs, according to a press release from the Ohio Department of Transportation. The detour route will be State Route 61 south to State Route 96/39 west…
Richland County releases April’s building permits listing
MANSFIELD — Listed here is a report of permits applied for with the Richland County Building Department during the month of April, 2026. These reports are courtesy of Michelle Jordan, Office Manager of the Richland County Building Department. Anyone with questions regarding a specific permit should contact the Richland County…
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.
Severe storms, flooding remain top concerns in Richland County hazard plan
Severe storms and flooding remain the top two concerns in the Richland County Emergency Management Agency hazard mitigation plan.
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