26-year-old man dies after found ‘unresponsive’ in Mifflin Twp. residence
The Ashland County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a 26-year-old man in Mifflin Township on Thursday evening.
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Column: New Mansfield Senior football coach will need time to rebuild program
I first met David Phillips during his record-setting playing career at Mansfield Senior. I got reacquainted with him when he joined Chioke Bradley’s coaching staff during a golden era of…
Eight of 20 Main Street Business Resilience grants still available in Mansfield
Supporting businesses along the Main Street improvement project was discussed Thursday during a Downtown Improvement Advisory Board meeting.
Madison teacher suspended for alleged inappropriate comments toward students
The Madison Local Schools board of education voted on Wednesday to suspend a middle school science teacher and consider her termination.
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Share your story: Local study examines transportation barriers
NECIC, RCT and Richland County Regional Planning have teamed up to conduct a transportation insecurity research study.
Bond set at $10K for Butler mayor charged with two counts of voyeurism
Bond was set at $10,000 on Thursday morning during the Mansfield Municipal Court arraignment of Butler Mayor Wesley Dingus.
Bond set at $75K for Mansfield woman charged in 5-year-old’s hot car death
The mother of a 5-year-old boy who died inside a hot car in June 2025 remained in the Richland County Jail on Wednesday after her arraignment on three felony charges .
Ontario residents urge city officials to reject Walker Lake Road rezoning
ONTARIO — Concerns continue to grow over a proposed rezoning along Walker Lake Road, where residents urged city officials to reject the plan during Wednesday evening’s meeting. The second reading of the proposal, which would change the property from R-2 Medium Density Residential to a Planned Unit Development, received multiple…
Phillips to take over as Mansfield Sr. football coach
MANSFIELD — David Phillips landed his dream job and he’s assembling an all-star staff. A 2004 Mansfield Senior graduate, Phillips will become his alma mater’s next football coach pending board approval. It’s a dream come true. I’m a Tyger through and through David Phillips “It’s a dream come true,” Phillips…
MOESC creates new position, School-Community Partnership Coordinator
MANSFIELD – The Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center (MOESC) Board of Governors announced a new position at it’s Wednesday night meeting, School-Community Partnership Coordinator. The board also heard a presentation from Amber Clay-Mowry, Director of Leadership & Learning. About the position This full-time position plays a critical role in cultivating and…
Mansfield City Council OKs plan to repave 5.7 miles of Ohio 13 for $2 million
Mansfield lawmakers on Tuesday authorized the administration to seek bids for a $2 million, 5.7 mile repaving project this year on the city’s north side.
Loudonville Mayor Jason Van Sickle announces resignation
LOUDONVILLE – Jason Van Sickle is officially hanging up his public official hat, and resigning from his position as Loudonville’s mayor. Van Sickle announced his plan to resign at the regular council meeting Tuesday evening, where council approved the resignation, effective March 1. His term does not end until Dec.…
Grant Opportunity: Addressing social isolation, loneliness in Richland County seniors
MANSFIELD — The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. is offering grant funding to support community efforts aimed at reducing social isolation and loneliness among Richland County residents age 60 and older. This opportunity is funded by the Richland County Senior Services Levy. Background Older adults face an…
Section of Fairlawn 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: Fairlawn Avenue between Arlington Avenue and Millsboro Road. The road has been closed and construction signs will be posted at the work…
When families fall in the gap, the YMCA opens doors
For many working families in North Central Ohio, finding reliable, high-quality child care is one of the most important — and often most daunting — decisions they face. The process can feel intimidating and overwhelming, especially when balancing work schedules, financial pressures, and the desire to provide the very best…
6-State Trooper Project: 899 drivers cited for speed, safety belt violations
COLUMBUS – Earlier this month, the Ohio State Highway Patrol and members of the 6-State Trooper Project joined together to focus on speed, safety belt and OVI enforcement on Interstate 75. During the 6-State initiative, the Patrol cited 590 drivers for speed-related violations and 43 for safety belt infractions, and also…
Butler mayor charged with two counts of voyeurism in Mansfield Municipal Court
The mayor of Butler has been charged with two misdemeanor accounts of voyeurism in Mansfield Municipal Court
Springmill STEM principal proposes expanding program; teachers voice opposition
MANSFIELD — Springmill Elementary School’s STEM designation was renewed by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce’s STEM Committee in mid 2025. Building Principal Cara Will wants to take the school’s designation even further, a proposal that didn’t sit well with six of her staff members who spoke after her…
Fake ‘Prosecutor’s Office’ callers may target Richland County residents
Richland County Prosecutor Jodie Schumacher has alerted the public about a possible phone scam taking place around the county.
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