LEXINGTON — Lexington Local Schools will suspend in-person learning after Thanksgiving break, superintendent Jeremy Secrist announced Wednesday. All students who are enrolled in traditional, in-person learning will participate in remote learning from Nov. 30 through Dec. 22 and again from Jan. 4 to Jan 15. Staff and teachers will report to school and teach virtually […]
November 2020
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Hamilton takes the point for girls cross country all-star squad
LEXINGTON — Halle Hamilton’s four-year odyssey is complete. The two-time Richland Source Girls Cross Country Runner of the Year has reached the summit yet again. A senior, Hamilton led Lexington to its fourth straight state championship earlier this month at Fortress Obetz. Lady Lex had a team score of 113, 14 better than runner-up Dayton […]
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JPB Professional Marketing to give away 100 free turkeys
As a way to spread kindness to the community during this unusual Thanksgiving season, team members from JPB Professional Marketing will be giving away 100 turkeys this Friday, Nov. 20, from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. or while supplies last. The giveaway will take place in the alley behind the Mansfield/Richland County Library and just […]
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Richland County Republican Party seeks replacement for President of Ontario City Council
ONTARIO — The Richland County Republican Party is accepting letters of interest and/or resumes for the position of President of Ontario City Council for the term ending Dec. 31, 2021. Please email replies to rcohgop.com. Responses must be received by Dec. 4, 2020. A screening committee will review the responses and interview qualified candidates via […]
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Romanchuk offers bill repealing tainted HB 6 energy company bailout
COLUMBUS — State Rep. Mark Romanchuk said Wednesday he hopes his legislation aimed at a partial repeal of scandal-ridden HB 6 will be swiftly approved, saving state taxpayers from additional electric surcharges scheduled to take effect Jan. 1. The Ontario Republican, who moves to the Ohio Senate in January, testified before a Senate committee on […]
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Light Up Mansfield holiday light decorating contest deadline is Dec. 10
MANSFIELD — Mayor Tim Theaker and Parks and Recreation Manager Mark Abrams has announce the City of Mansfield’s very first Light Up Mansfield Holiday Light Decorating Contest. “This is a safe way to still have some holiday cheer during these times of a global Pandemic,” Theaker said. Get into the holiday spirit with a friendly, […]
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Renaissance begins “Be Our Light” campaign during Richland Gives
MANSFIELD — Renaissance Performing Arts has begun its annual year-end fundraising campaign in conjunction with the Richland Gives online philanthropic event for area non-profits. Richland Gives is an online giving event designed to encourage everyone to contribute to local nonprofits they care about through a single giving website. Hosted by the Richland County Foundation, Richland […]
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Galion Board of Education recognizes outstanding student achievements
GALION — The Galion City Schools Board of Education recognized outstanding student achievement during its regular meeting on Nov. 17. The first group recognized was the four-time State qualifying Boys Golf team, and team members Matt McMullen, Spencer Keller, Nick McMullen, Max Longwell, Bronson Dalenberg, Logan Keller, assistant coach Justin McMullen, and head coach Bryce […]
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Park National Bank announces retirement of Division President Don Stone
BUCYRUS – Park National Bank announced Wednesday that Division President Don Stone will retire in December. Stone joined the bank as a commercial lender in 1996 and has been a division president since 2001. Under his leadership, the bank grew its position as a top community bank, providing deposits, loans, trust services and investment management […]