COLUMBUS: Judith Nosker Croghan exemplified the “Fourfold Philosophy of the American Youth Foundation” — rising to the challenge of living a well-balanced life mentally, physically, socially, and spiritually. As she was winning the battle against cancer, doctors were amazed that Judy’s level of physical and mental health matched that of much younger patients. It came […]
November 2023
Posted inArea History
Ohio bald eagle recovery: A success story
When the United States celebrated its bicentennial in 1976, the America bald eagle–the best-known symbol of America – was disappearing from the American landscape. Hardly any could be found in Ohio or elsewhere. But as we prepare for the nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026, the resurgence of this iconic symbol of America is a remarkable […]
Posted inBusiness
Twin sisters open Down Dog Yoga & Lifestyle Studio in Ontario
ONTARIO — The Hedrick sisters are opening Down Dog Yoga & Lifestyle Studio in the Ontario Plaza. It will host heated and hot yoga classes.
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UPDATE: No injuries after Mansfield standoff ends peacefully
UPDATED: This story was updated at 10:29 p.m. MANSFIELD — A standoff situation on Glessner Avenue ended late Tuesday night “without incident and without injury,” according to Mansfield Police Chief Keith Porch. Police said a man named Ronnie Bays barricaded himself and at least one other person inside 161 Glessner Ave. for most of Tuesday. […]
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Trolian: ‘We are currently investigating all of our legal options’
MANSFIELD — Joe Trolian, terminated Monday as the Richland County Mental Health & Recovery Services Board executive director, has retained legal counsel. “We are currently investigating all of our legal options,” Trolian told Richland Source in an email after a press release from a Columbus-area law firm that said he was “unjustly terminated.” “We represent […]
Posted inCommunity Development
$25 million senior assisted living apartment complex proposed for Cline Avenue
MANSFIELD — A Chicago-based company hopes to to build a $24-$25 million assisted living apartment complex for senior citizens at 300 Cline Ave. The city’s Planning Commission on Tuesday met with Darrin Jolas, managing director of Vermilion Development. He described a proposed three-story building with 120 studio apartments on the site that was once home […]
Posted inEducation
4-H recognizes achievement among Richland County members
MANSFIELD — The Richland County 4-H program held its annual 4-H Honor Program on Sunday, Nov.12. Recognition was given to 4-H members, adult volunteers and “friends” of the Richland County 4-H program. The top 4-H member honors were given to Member-of-the- Year recipients: Kelsey Snyder, Katie Crider and Sofi Johnson (Shelby) and Hayden Kuhn (Mansfield). […]
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Bids for Village of Shiloh water project come in $500K less than estimates
MANSFIELD — The lowest bids for a major water project in the Village of Shiloh came in about $500,000 less than engineering estimates. Eight bids were opened Tuesday for the three-phase project that includes installing water meters for all village customers; fire hydrant and valve replacement; dismantling the old water tower; and replacing the Main […]
Posted inObituaries
Joseph “Joe” Boyd, Sr.
Joseph “Joe” Glen Boyd, Sr., a beloved husband and father, grandfather and great-grandfather passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at his residence in Crestline, at the age of 82. He was born on August 12, 1941, to the late Charles Boyd and Edith (Bowen) Cervenka in Kingsport, TN. Joe’s warm smile, kind heart, and […]
Posted inBoys Soccer
Ontario, Clear Fork standouts highlight All-MOAC soccer teams
ONTARIO — Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference heavyweights Ontario and Clear Fork dominated when the All-MOAC girls soccer team was unveiled. Four Warriors and four Colts were selected to the 12-player first team. Ontario’s Hattie Yugovich, Addi Pittman, Kamashya Shaw and Elaine Seif were joined by Clear Fork’s Annika Labaki, Sophia Perry, Mel Blubaugh and Brinley Barnett […]