Mansfield City Council to vote on $156K federal grant to aid fire department
The MFD has been selected for a $156,752 federal grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to fund firefighter overtime, specialized training and equipment.
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COLUMBUS – For many Ohioans, autumn represents pumpkin carving, the harvest season, Halloween campouts, and corn mazes. Spotting the first glimpse of fall color — seeing the leaves changing to…
A Stroll Through the Garden: Organic and traditional lawn care explained
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Lexington retains 4-star rating on Ohio School Report Card
Lexington Local Schools maintained its overall 4 star rating.
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Jim Jordan faces 2 foes in race for Ohio’s Ohio’s 4th Congressional District
RICHLAND COUNTY — Three candidates are vying for Ohio’s 4th Congressional District seat in the Nov. 3 general election. Republican incumbent Jim Jordan faces Democrat Joshua Kolasinski and independent Tracey Tackett. The annual salary for the two-year congressional term is $174,000. The fourth district encompasses Richland County and Delaware County…
Renaissance Teddy Bear Concert featuring “The Spooky Old House” at the Mansfield-Richland County Public Library
The Renaissance Theatre will host the first of its three Teddy Bear Concerts of the 2026-27 Mechanics Bank Education Series on Saturday, October 24 at 2:30 PM. “The Spooky Old House” concert will be held in the Community Room at the Mansfield/Richland County Public Library’s Main Location, located at 43…
Clear Fork High School’s 2026 Homecoming Court featured before football game
Clear Fork High School students will celebrate the Homecoming dance Saturday night.
Slugfest: Shelby survives Clear Fork, sets stage for battle of unbeatens against Ontario
A combined 26 penalties for 281 yards between Shelby (14 for 142) and Clear Fork (12 for 139) made for frequent breaks in the action — something both offenses had to manage.
Warriors take care of Marion Harding, Shelby awaits
ONTARIO — Ontario coach Aaron Eckert has an embarrassment of riches in his quarterback room. With Gavin Miller sitting out for precautionary reasons and Sean Tanner on the sidelines after a hard hit, Eckert turned to junior Trey Remy during the second half of Friday’s 27-12 win over Marion Harding.…
O’Brien sets record as Ashland thumps Tygers
ASHLAND – Killian O’Brien was just too pretty in pink Friday at Community Stadium. The senior receiver – decked out in pink-accented uniform accessories on Ashland’s “Pink Out” theme night – was a walking, record-breaking highlight reel against visiting Mansfield Senior. O’Brien scored the last three Arrow touchdowns – a…
Oct. 2: Mansfield-area high school football roundup
Ashland delivers statement win over Mansfield Sr. Ashland scored early and often to roll over Mansfield Sr. 30-7 at Ashland High on Oct. 2 in Ohio football action. Ashland opened with a 14-7 advantage over Mansfield through the first quarter. The Arrows’ offense darted in front for a 21-7 lead…
Ohio man charged for possessing dangerous biological weapon, ricin
CLEVELAND – A federal grand jury has indicted a 34-year-old man with possessing a deadly biological agent, according to the United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio. Brandon L. Baxter, of East Cleveland, was charged with Prohibitions with Respect to Biological Weapons and Possession of a Biological…
Letter to the Editor: Support the Lexington school levies
Dear Lexington Community, Aa past Lexington School District Administrator for 30-plus years and a proud 1967 Lexington graduate, (both my wife and myself), I thank you for your past support of Lexington Schools in academics, arts and athletics. When called upon in the past you have risen to the challenge…
From lie detectors to modern security, Schmidt marks 50 years in the community
MANSFIELD — The security business looked very different in 1976. Schmidt Total Protection, formerly known as Schmidt Security Pro, relied on lie detectors and investigations at that time. Now, 50 years later, the company has evolved their security and safety to include technology solutions. Brian Schmidt, president and owner, will…
Bayer to invest $2.2 billion for manufacturing site in New Albany
COLUMBUS — Bayer plans to invest $2.2 billion in a new pharmaceutical manufacturing site in New Albany, according to a Friday afternoon press release issued by Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Bayer and JobsOhio. Bayer is expected to create around 600 high-value jobs in the New Albany International Business Park and roughly…
Incumbent Badnell faces challenge from Franco for Richland County Probate Court judge
Incumbent Richland County Probate Court Judge Kelly Badnell faces a challenge Nov. 3 from Mansfield attorney Robert Franco.
First Congregational Church asks Mansfield schools one question: What do you need?
When students have an opportunity to step out of their academic environment and experience education outside of curriculum – whether it be a field trip to a nature preserve or an after school art program – they are given the opportunity for new knowledge to bloom. That was the inspiration…
Lightle & Zender earn Area Agency on Aging 2026 scholarships
ONTARIO – The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. Foundation Board has selected the 2026 Scholarship Program award recipients. Scholarships are made possible by the Annual Meeting Sponsorships. The Agency on Aging Foundation Board elected to provide a total of $3,500 in scholarship awards this year to individuals…
Madison Local Schools bumps up to 4-star rating on Ohio School Report Card
“I am extremely proud of our teachers, non-teaching staff, and administration and their efforts in supporting our students and providing them with high-quality learning experiences,” said Supt. Rob Peterson
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