Editor’s NoteThis story was originally published at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources website. COLUMBUS – A newly released report from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) shows the state’s mineral resources produced nearly $1.5 billion worth of geologic commodities in 2021. The total value of all nonfuel industrial minerals exceeded $1 billion for […]
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Andrew Lee Darby
Andrew leaves to cherish in his memory his wife, Bobby Dixon-Darby; daughters, Lawanda Darby, and Teresa Darby; sons, Andrew Darby Jr., and Michael Darby; stepdaughter, Jacqueline Dixon; stepsons, Steven Dixon Sr. and William Cooley Jr. and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, relatives, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Darby, and […]
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Andrew Lee Darby
Mansfield, Andrew Lee Darby, 66, passed away Wednesday, November 21, 2022, at OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital after an extended illness. Andrew was born March 5, 1956, in Sidon Mississippi, to the late James Darby and Martha Sutton. Andrew made Mansfield his home. Andrew loved barbecuing and spending time with his family. Andrew leaves to cherish in […]
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Clarissa Castillo Aban
Clarissa Castillo Aban, age 81, passed away Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at her home. Born September 12, 1941, in Tuguegarao, Philippines, she was the daughter of the late Clara (Capalungan) and Cleto Castillo. She worked as an RN for over 20 years at MedCentral Mansfield, leaving in 2011. Clarissa enjoyed raising orchids, completing crossword puzzles […]
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Fisher wins Spirit of Philanthropy Award
GALION — Every year, The Community Foundation for Crawford County accepts nominations for their Spirit of Philanthropy award, which is given to a person or entity who gives back to our community – either with monetary gifts and/or their time and service. This year, they are awarding the Spirit of Philanthropy Award to Bill Fisher. […]
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Barbara Anne Heenan
MANSFIELD: Barbara Anne Heenan, 87, of Mansfield passed away Wednesday, November 22, 2022 at home surrounded by her family. The daughter of Alston and Pearl (George) Price, Barbara was born July 11, 1935 in Morgantown, West Virginia and graduated from Morgantown High School in 1953. On July 16, 1952 she married Charles Kenneth Heenan […]
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Forget Bernie Madoff, meet Cassie Chadwick, Ohio’s First Lady of con artists
Editor’s NoteThis story was originally published by the Ohio History Connection on June 22, 2022. It is being published here through a collaborative agreement to share content between this outlet and the Ohio History Connection. “In the annals of American crime there has never been a woman quite the equal of Mrs. Chadwick as an exponent […]
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Kickstart your holiday shopping with this unique gift experience
Editor’s NoteThis article was written and submitted by Black Belt Pro Fitness. To learn more and order one of their Kickstart Kits, click here. What if you could give your loved ones a fun gift to open and an experience they’ll never forget (and could literally change their lives) this holiday season? With Black Belt […]
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Robert D. “Bob” McConkie
BELLVILLE: There is no greater foundation for a solid community than people who volunteer, people who strive to improve the area, and people who work for the greater good of all residents. Bob McConkie earned the respect of residents throughout the Clear Fork Valley for his countless hours of work to better the township. Bob […]
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IB-TECH announces capital investment and growth in Bucyrus creating 70 job openings
BUCYRUS – Imasen Bucyrus Technology, IB-TECH, announced Wednesday that it completed a capital investment project for additional welding and automated assembly equipment at their Crossroads Industrial Park located in Bucyrus. The new project creates 70 full-time positions in addition to the 230 positions the company retained. “IB-TECH has experienced continuous growth and success at our […]