It wasn’t exactly Lewis & Clark in uncharted territory, but Centerburg had to survive its share of thorns while shedding Cardington-Lincoln 54-47 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on February 5. Last season, Centerburg and Cardington-Lincoln squared up on February 7, 2020 at Centerburg High School last season. For a full recap, click here. The […]
February 2021
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Ruh-Roh, Highland shuts out Danville
Highland fanned the flames while burning Danville 67-44 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup. Last season, Danville and Highland squared up on February 7, 2020 at Danville High School last season. For a full recap, click here. In recent action on January 30, Highland faced off against Licking Valley and Danville took on Fredericktown on […]
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MOESC to host COVID-19 vaccination event, with 2K educators across tri-county region
MANSFIELD – The State of Ohio has designated Ohio’s 52 educational service centers (ESCs) as the primary working partners to assist in the coordination of the distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine for districts and schools. Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center is hosting an event for 24 partner districts and schools from Richland County that identified Discount […]
Posted inWellness
Bellville figure skating teen pursues dream to perform in Disney on Ice
BELLVILLE – During the winter in Bellville, the ice-skating rink is the main attraction. Individuals and families can immerse themselves in spending quality time together and having fun. When nine year old Bonnie Worby took the ice for the first time, it was exactly that for her, but it grew to mean so much more. […]
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Brown: Increasing treatment options for Ohioans struggling with addiction
We were already dealing with an addiction crisis in Ohio before COVID-19, and this pandemic is only making it worse. From increased social isolation, to the strain on people’s jobs, school, and family budgets, this pandemic has not been easy for any of us. For Ohioans struggling with addiction, all of that only gets harder. […]
Posted inBoys Basketball, Sports
Kurtz leading another revival at Crestview
OLIVESBURG — The boys basketball season was only about a month from tipping off before he officially got the job, but the late start hasn’t bothered John Kurtz or the Crestview Cougars. Kurtz is back for his second tour of duty with Crestview after helming the program for three seasons from 2008 to 2011. The […]
Posted inObituaries
Stephen M. Heaberlin
Stephen M. Heaberlin, 70, of Mansfield, passed away Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at Oak Grove Manor. Born December 30, 1950 in Mansfield, he was the son of Robert Jack and Betty Jo (Horne) Heaberlin. Stephen was a 1969 graduate of Mansfield Senior High School and attended School for the Blind in Pittsburgh. He enjoyed playing […]
Posted inLife and Culture
Mansfield’s Daniels presents 1st exhibition in new Reach Gallery at Mansfield Art Center
MANSFIELD — The Mansfield Art Center will present the first solo exhibition and first artist, Braxton C. Daniels III, on Saturday, Feb. 6 in a new “small space gallery” on the foundation floor, named the REACH Gallery. Daniels’ solo exhibition is an intriguing array of photography entitled “Atypical.” “The photographs are not typical, but irregular […]
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Column: Mansfield Rising plan continuing to make progress
MANSFIELD — In 2018, the Richland County Foundation leadership took an unusual track to develop an investment strategy for downtown Mansfield. Instead of hiring a professional consulting firm, it had a citizen-led group create the plan. The Foundation turned regular citizens into consultants which gives depth and authenticity to the plan. It provides a road […]
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Gorman-Rupp reports 4th quarter & full-year 2020 financial results
MANSFIELD — The Gorman-Rupp Company (NYSE: GRC) has reported the following financial results for the fourth quarter and year ending on Dec. 31, 2020. “Despite the unprecedented global challenges of COVID-19, we ended 2020 in strong financial condition and well positioned for the future,” said Jeffrey S. Gorman, Chairman and CEO of Gorman-Rupp. “While the […]