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MANSFIELD — More than 1,455 blue pinwheels are whirling in the wind along Lexington Avenue in front of the YMCA. Each represents a child served last year by Richland County…
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Applications open for $5,000 Sandy Mazur Leadership Scholarship
MANSFIELD — A Mid-Ohio scholarship aims to turn local leadership into real opportunity, offering students up to $5,000 to take the next step in their education. Spherion Mid-Ohio staffing and…
From sensory rooms to buddy systems: How churches are building inclusive spaces for people with disabilities
NORTH CENTRAL OHIO — Attending church used to feel out of reach for the Wenzel family. A simple Sunday morning always required being apart. Malorie Wenzel said one parent always…
ODOT: Wet, windy spring alters U.S. 30 ramp closures
COLUMBUS — The fury of Mother Natura knows no bounds. Her impact on the Ohio Department of Transportation’s road construction schedule will affect U.S. 30 drivers in north central Ohio…
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Ohio offers ‘Welcome to Medicare’ virtual educational event on April 8
COLUMBUS — Ohio Department of Insurance Director Judith L. French and staff from the department’s Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP), the state’s official Medicare education and counseling program, are hosting a free virtual event on April 8 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. to kick off OSHIIP’s spring…
Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development announces search for director
SHELBY — The Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development has announced it is seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to serve as its next Economic and Community Development Director, a key role focused on advancing growth and investment in Shelby and Northern Richland County. This position represents a unique opportunity to shape…
14 arrested, drugs seized in METRICH Operation Bridge
MANSFIELD — The METRICH Enforcement Unit arrested 14 people (four on drug-related felony charges) and seized five different classifications of drugs in Operation Bridge, which the agency conducted on Wednesday, April 1. The goal was to saturate areas within Richland County with law enforcement to interdict criminal activity and enhance…
Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center to host Autism Summer School
MANSFIELD – This summer, Mid-Ohio ESC is offering a Summer School for students with autism to help support school districts with their Extended School Year Services. The program will be held from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Mondays through Thursdays from June 8 through July 2. A second session may…
RCT offers service to Board of Elections during early voting
MANSFIELD — Richland County Transit (RCT) will offer on call stops at the Board of Elections (BOE), weekdays during early voting. April 7 through May 1, passengers can request a stop at the Board of Elections on West Longview when traveling Route 5 (Springmill/Bowman) or Route 9 (West 4th Street) during…
Richland County releases February’s building permits listing
MANSFIELD — Listed here is a report of permits applied for with the Richland County Building Department during the month of February, 2026. These reports are courtesy of Michelle Jordan, Office Manager of the Richland County Building Department. Anyone with questions regarding a specific permit should contact the Richland County…
Clear Fork boys, Ashland girls win Madison Invitational team titles
ASHLAND — The Madison Invitational was held Thursday at Ashland’s Community Stadium because of ongoing renovations at Madison’s STARTEK Stadium. Ashland won the girls team championship with 166 points. Clear Fork (134) was second and Shelby (99) was third. On the boys side, Clear Fork won with 161 points. Ashland…
Senior Spring Extravaganza planned in May for Older Americans Month
The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. will host a free Senior Spring Extravaganza on Friday, May 29.
ABBA musical ‘Mamma Mia!’ returns to the Renaissance Theatre April 24-May 3
The worldwide sensation, “Mamma Mia!,” featuring the music of ABBA, returns to the Renaissance stage for six performances April 24 through May 3.
Mansfield Playhouse comic learned ‘dangers’ of working on the high seas
National touring comedian Andy Beningo will perform April 10 at the Mansfield Playhouse at 8 p.m.
It starts with us: Local leaders call for community wide approach to child abuse prevention
MANSFIELD — We are all responsible for preventing child abuse. That was the prevailing message at Wednesday’s rally hosted by Richland County Children Services in honor of Child Abuse Awareness Month. Awareness efforts often focus on recognizing the signs of child abuse and reporting them to local authorities. But local leaders…
Mid-Ohio ESC to offer summer school for students with autism
Mid-Ohio ESC is offering a summer school for students with autism to help support school districts with their extended school year services.
Ram Care Corner offers easy access to resources inside Madison High School
MADISON TOWNSHIP — A former display case has become a grab-and-go hub for resources and information in the hall outside the library at Madison Comprehensive High School. The Ram Care Corner has nearly everything a student might need in a pinch — from highlighters to hygiene items. Neatly labeled bins…
Mohican River continues to see downgraded water quality: Why?
Solutions Journalism Series This story is Part I of a two-part Solutions Journalism series about the Mohican River’s water quality and how local agencies are addressing the issue. Part II will be published on April 3. The Mohican River was designated an Ohio scenic river in 2006. The Ohio Department…
Ontario council highlights child abuse prevention, LifeVac’s life-saving impact
ONTARIO — Awareness guided Wednesday’s Ontario City Council meeting as leaders emphasized child protection efforts and highlighted a device already making life-saving impacts. Life-saving tools making a difference Council President Eddie Gallo highlighted the recent life-saving efforts involving the LifeVac device. Ontario police officers recently used the anti-choking tool to…
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