MANSFIELD — The Mansfield Police Department can order five new cruisers, courtesy of a unanimous City Council vote Tuesday and $375,836 from the city’s American Rescue Plan Act funds. But manufacturing delays mean it may be up to a year before the 2022 Dodge Chargers arrive, Chief Keith Porch said. “This is a true emergency […]
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Carey smashes through Bucyrus
Impressive was a ready adjective for Carey’s 63-39 throttling of Bucyrus for an Ohio girls basketball victory on December 21. The last time Carey and Bucyrus played in a 69-14 game on January 8, 2021. We covered the game. For a full recap, click here. Recently on December 10 , Carey squared up on Colonel […]
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Just a bit better; Highland slips past Galion
Highland didn’t flinch from the challenge, finally repelling Galion 66-61 on December 21 in Ohio boys high school basketball. In recent action on December 9, Highland faced off against Pleasant and Galion took on Clear Fork on December 9 at Galion High School. For more, click here. We want your feedback on the accuracy and […]
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Taking on water: Hiland sinks Sandy Valley
Hiland tipped and eventually toppled Sandy Valley 52-36 in Ohio boys basketball action on December 21. The last time Hiland and Sandy Valley played in a 61-50 game on February 2, 2021. We covered the game. For a full recap, click here. Hiland’s control showed as it carried a 43-29 lead into the fourth quarter. […]
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East Knox pockets solid victory over Danville
East Knox upended Danville for a narrow 52-47 victory in an Ohio boys basketball matchup. Last season, East Knox and Danville faced off on February 27, 2021 at East Knox High School. We covered the game. For a full recap, click here. It was tough sledding with defenses hanging tough for each side in a […]
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Van Harlingen, Lawrence honored during their final Mansfield City Council meeting
MANSFIELD — Mansfield City Council said goodbye to 15 years of legislative experience on Tuesday, honoring outgoing members Jon Van Harlingen and Jason Lawrence. Both men were defeated in re-election bids on Nov. 2 and took part in their final council session. Van Harlingen, a Democrat who has represented the 3rd Ward since winning election […]
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MOESC announces holiday hours
MANSFIELD – In observance of the upcoming holidays, the offices at Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center will be operating on a different schedule. The offices will be closed on Thursday, Dec. 23 and Friday, Dec. 24 for Christmas, and reopen on Monday, Dec. 27. Offices will close once again on Thursday, Dec. 30 and Friday, Dec. […]
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Renaissance Theatre announces auditions for musicals, plays & short film
MANSFIELD — The Renaissance Theatre has announced auditions for the remainder of their 2021-2022 season, which includes musicals, plays, and even short films. “2022 will certainly be starting off with a bang at the Ren,” said Renaissance Theatre Marketing Manager, Ryan Shreve. “With blockbuster hits like Spamalot, and our new Emerging Artists program, there’s something […]
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Mansfield/Richland County Public Library encourages the community to read and win in January
MANSFIELD — Whether your New Year’s resolution is to improve your health, learn a new skill, or read more, the Mansfield/Richland County Public Library is hosting a program that may motivate you to do just that. The annual Winter Reading Program, “It’s Reading Weather,” kicks off Monday, Jan. 3, and runs through Saturday, Jan. 29, […]
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Larry Gene Means
Larry Gene Means passed away Saturday, December 18, 2021 in Titusville, Florida. He was born in Mansfield, Ohio on October 23, 1935 to the late Roy and Ethel (Hissong) Means, living in the Mansfield, Ashland area most of his life. Larry attended Mansfield Senior High, then enlisted in the Navy where he was an Aviation […]