Richland County grand jury indicts 40
Two murder indictments headline a list of indictments produced by the Richland County Prosecutor’s Office for June.
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Making a splash: Hudson’s Duck Drop smashes its donations record in Shelby
SHELBY – A record 1,503 rubber ducks fell by the tub-full into the Black Fork River, racing to a finish line at the bottom of the Parrot Head Pub’s patio.…
Black Fork Gravel Grinder cycling ride & race continues to grow through year 10
After about three months of logistics planning, the inaugural Black Fork Gravel Grinder took place in spring 2016 — including about 115 participants.
Columbus YouTube celebrities ‘Creek Kings Outdoors’ plead guilty to poaching charges
COLUMBUS – An Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife poaching investigation, conducted in collaboration with Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks, resulted in a combined 40 guilty…
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Clover Hill Early Learning Center, Allen Campus Earns Ohio’sGold Step Up To Quality Rating
MANSFIELD — Clover Hill Early Learning Center is proud to announce that its Allen Campus has been awarded a Gold Rating through the State of Ohio’s Step Up To Quality (SUTQ) system. The Gold Rating is the highest level of recognition in Ohio’s quality rating and improvement system for early learning…
Gorman-Rupp announces Stoops’ promotion in CFO succession plan
MANSFIELD — The Gorman-Rupp Company (NYSE: GRC) has announced that James C. Kerr, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will be succeeded as Chief Financial Officer by current Vice President of Finance, Ronald F. Stoops, effective Oct. 1, 2026. Kerr will assist with the transition and will continue to…
Permco AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days returns to Mid-Ohio for its 2-wheel celebration
LEXINGTON – The Mid-Ohio Motorcycle Jam kicks off tomorrow at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course with the Permco AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days presented by Turn 14 Distribution this weekend, July 24 to 26, for one of the world’s largest two-wheel celebrations. This year marks the 34th edition overall of the legendary AMA Vintage…
No tax increase: Shelby voters to decide renewal levies for health department, parks
City Council on Monday voted to place the pair of five-year renewals on the Nov. 3 ballot. As renewals, taxes will not rise if the issues are approved.
History on Main Street: Shelby Cycle Historical Society acquires historic engine house
“This is more than preserving a historic building,” Drain said. “It is about preserving Shelby’s legacy of innovation and ensuring these stories continue to inspire future generations.”
‘Dr. Walt would be proud:’ Oasis of Love Church to celebrate free community block party Saturday
“It’s a winning formula we have, we feel. Everything is just expanded. We’re going to have more food, more giveaways, more vendors … and everything is still free.”
20-year-old Hayesville man dies after being trapped inside grain bin in Milton Township
Ian Atkinson of Hayesville died at University Hospitals Samaritan Medical Center in Ashland after being transported by EMS from a Milton Township property.
Mid-Ohio Adult Education, OSU Mansfield partner to train future teachers and aides
The program runs Sept. 8 through Oct. 14 at the Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center. Classes will meet from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Built on kindness: Wigton Homes honors legacy of Delaney Kilbane
For every Delaney home sold, Wigton Homes will donate $1,000 to the Live Like Delaney Foundation.
Lexington advances park levy renewal amid changes to Ohio tax law
The parks levy generates about $86,900 a year, assuming a 92 percent collection rate, according to the Richland County Auditor’s Office.
Owens approved as Lexington football coach
“Obviously this is a tough situation, but we’re back to football,” Lexington football coach Jacob Owens said. “A lot of times when kids are faced with a challenging situation, getting back to sports is what they need. They need that familiarity.”
Kevin Young tapped as new Lexington school supt.
Young has spent the last two decades working in the district, first as a teacher and coach, then assistant principal, principal and eventually assistant superintendent.
Mansfield Playhouse promises comedy, low ticket prices and a legally binding wedding ceremony
The show is the wedding. And the wedding is the show when Drew Anderson and Tiffini Lance exchange vows Saturday.
Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo Festival sold out 2026 with 90,000 fans
Over three days, a sold-out crowd of 90,000 music fans assembled at the Ohio State Reformatory
Pollinator and Native Plant Festival set for July 25 at Gorman Nature Center
MANSFIELD — The Richland County Park District’s Pollinator and Native Plant Festival is back this year, and it’s bigger than ever. The Festival will take place on Saturday, July 25 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Gorman Nature Center. All-A-Flutter Butterflies will set up a live butterfly exhibit again,…
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