Sorry, but your browser does not support the video tag. (BPT) – Americans are a population of snackers, yet do they really know what’s in the snacks they choose? Seven out of ten men and half of women surveyed say they believe their current snacks have nutritional value. Unfortunately, there’s a lot of confusion as […]
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Open Source: Black bear reported in Mansfield … Massachusetts
Open SourceThis story was inspired by reader questions. To submit a question or suggestion through our Open Source portal, follow this link. MANSFIELD — A black bear has been spotted in Mansfield. Mansfield, Massachusetts, that is. Two Richland Source readers recently used Open Source to ask about recent bear sightings, reportedly near Madison Comprehensive High […]
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Maximize your road trip experience with proper auto maintenance
(BPT) – As summer approaches, many people are planning road trips to take that long-awaited vacation or visit friends and family. Before you take to the open road, however, it’s important to make sure your vehicle is in top condition. Proper vehicle maintenance is important for the safety of you and your passengers as well […]
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Jazz, funk and R&B comes to Brickyard in Final Friday’s May 26 season opener
MANSFIELD – The 2023 Final Friday Concert Series kicks off tonight, May 26, at The Brickyard Stage in downtown Mansfield. Friday’s lineup features live bands Ari, CONNE and S’yvelt. The 16-year-old Ari Gallaway-Hicks will open the show at 5:30 p.m., performing simply as Ari. Ari won the 2021 “Voice of Grove City” contest. Jennifer Kime, […]
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Cost-share program geared toward Richland County producers who plant cover crops
MANSFIELD – Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (Richland SWCD) is partnering with the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) on cost-share programs for producers who plant cover crops. In 2022, the cover crop cost share program assisted in getting cover crops planted on over 297 acres of Richland County farmland. The application period for landowners […]
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Loudonville-Perrysville Exempted Village Schools put student engagement & movement first with pool pass purchase
LOUDONVILLE — The Loudonville-Perrysville Exempted Village school district is taking an innovative and creative approach to student wellness this summer by purchasing pool passes for every student in the district. Using funding from the State of Ohio’s Student Wellness Fund, the school district has committed to providing its students with a pass to the Loudonville […]
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Crawford County Land Bank awards $553,000 in construction bids
BUCYRUS – The Crawford County Land Reutilization Corporation, also known as the Crawford County Land Bank, met and officially awarded bids Thursday for building demolitions for the Norton Bicentennial Park project in Bucyrus and the East School project in Galion. Demolitions are expected to begin after June 15 and to be completed within nine months. […]
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Shelby’s Marvin Memorial Library hires new director
SHELBY — The new director of the Marvin Memorial said she loves libraries in part because they level the playing field. “We treat everyone the same, try to give the best service possible,” said Vikki Morrow-Ritchie, who joined the staff on May 1. She replaced Kathleen Webb, who retired in March after 10 years as director. […]
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3 Ways Older Adults Can Pay It Forward: Redefine retirement through community connection
(Family Features) This time of year always provides plenty to celebrate and commemorate with the warmer weather and longer days. May is also Older Americans Month, a time for celebrating the contributions that older adults make in our country from coast to coast. This year’s theme, “Aging Unbound,” promotes the independence, fulfillment and joy older […]
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Be an Ally for Those with Food Allergies
(Family Features) Food allergies can be deadly. For some, just a trace amount of a food allergen can result in a trip to the emergency room, which happens every 3 minutes in the United States, according to Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE). Even if you or family members don’t have food allergies, there’s a […]