MANSFIELD — Bundle up, stay inside, and find the heat, because it will be a precious commodity this evening. The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather chill advisory for Richland, Crawford, Ashland and Knox counties. The advisory is in effect from 1 a.m. Saturday until 10 a.m. Saturday morning. Wind chill levels are […]
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Helen T. Prosser
Helen T. Prosser, 87, of Lexington, passed away at Lexington Court Care Center on Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022. Helen was the daughter of William and Christine (Cloyd) Hudgens. She was born on March 15, 1934 in Midway, Kentucky. Helen was the only member of her family to move away from Kentucky to pursue a life […]
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Lawrence W. “Larry” Dawson II
Lawrence W. “Larry” Dawson II, 67, of Ontario passed away Monday, Jan. 24, 2022 at The University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital after complications from Leukemia. Born April 29, 1954 in Augusta, GA, he was the son of Lawrence Wayne and Laura Jane (Kaunike) Dawson of Rawlings, MD. Larry graduated from Galion High School […]
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Richland County, Cardington, Highland schools receive ODNR grants
COLUMBUS – Three north central Ohio entities were among the 15 community boating safety education programs to receive a total of $329,378 this year through the Boating Safety Education Grant Program, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). “The safety training provided by local grant recipients strengthens our efforts to make sure Ohioans […]
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LISTEN: Will Mansfield City Schools close Brinkerhoff building? Storytelling and music at Kosta’s on Jan. 28
Mansfield City Schools proposes shuttering Brinkerhoff https://www.richlandsource.com/education/mansfield-city-schools-proposes-shuttering-brin[…]rospect/article_89adf328-7e40-11ec-b791-ef3d529ae53c.html Charles (Chuck) William Bell https://www.richlandsource.com/obituaries/charles-chuck-william-bell/article_1822261c-7ec6-11ec-a454-3b82e051d095.html Mansfield City Schools proposes shuttering Brinkerhoff building, merging Woodland & Prospect Mansfield City Schools board is voting next month on a possible reconfiguration of the district’s buildings. Included in this plan is the closing of the Brinkerhoff building. Yup, you heard that right. […]
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Bellville Vietnam veteran receives high school diploma
BELLVILLE — Albert Beyer never imagined he’d get his high school diploma. The Vietnam veteran enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps before completing his senior year. While his classmates went to senior prom and graduation, Beyer was serving overseas. He eventually got his G.E.D., but never experienced the milestone moment of a commencement ceremony. More […]
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LISTEN: Mansfield to spend $1.4 million on fire trucks; Ashland’s Melanie Miller running for Ohio Statehouse
Mansfield Fire Dept. eyes 2 new pumper trucks – The Mansfield Fire Department is one step closer to getting the “green light” for purchasing two new pumper trucks. The Mansfield Board of Control gave its “consensus” approval on Tuesday to a fire department request to spend $1.4 million on two new pumper trucks. That approval […]
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Here are the top advantages of virtual home tours
Virtual home tours are an interactive experience that homeowners and realtors can benefit from. You can engage potential buyers without preparing for several in- person tours, and many people enjoy this fast and easy option that sells homes quickly. If you’re considering this modern selling approach, check out the top advantages of virtual home tours […]
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Madison Local School District announces treasurer opening
MADISON TOWNSHIP – The Madison Local School District, located in Richland County, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Treasurer to succeed Mrs. Robin Klenk who has served as the Treasurer for over 19 years. The Board, with the assistance of Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center, is seeking an experienced leader with a strong financial […]
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James C. Bradshaw Sr.
James C. Bradshaw Sr., 76, of Mansfield, passed away at his home on Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022. James was born on March 22, 1945 in Leon, Kentucky. He was the son of James and Madgeline (Fuller) Bradshaw. James loved taking care of his family as they were his number one priority. He was a devoted […]