MANSFIELD — When a legendary theatre falls into disrepair, a group of former performers joins together to say a tearful goodbye. Follies takes audiences on the journey of reflecting on the golden age and all the memories it holds. Performed with audiences onstage along with the cast, this intimate performance is one you do not […]
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Little Chats with some Mansfield businesswomen: Dorothy Greene, community organizer for Red Cross
Editor’s NoteAs a tribute to Women’s History Month, this story was provided by the Sherman Room of the Mansfield/Richland County Public Library and originally published by the Mansfield News on Oct. 9, 1921 on Page 5 of the Social Section. Those interested in more history should check out the Sherman Room at the Mansfield/Richland Public Library […]
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Open Source: Bellville V&M slated to reopen in mid-April
Editor’s NoteThis story idea was suggested by a reader. Do you have a question you’d like our reporters to answer? Submit it here. BELLVILLE – When a Cadillac crashed through the south wall of the V&M Family Restaurant, the diner’s social media manager managed to find the humor in the situation. “For anyone wondering, no, […]
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Protecting Your Items – and the Earth – When Moving
(StatePoint) Moving is a big job – and it can be a wasteful one, too, considering all of the packing material required. Make moving more sustainable with these eco-friendly tips: Space Saving: Using thinner sustainable wrapping to secure your breakables avoids the need for excess storage and boxes. Flourish Brand Honeycomb Cushion Wrap, made with […]
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16-year-old killed in Wayne County crash
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP – A 16-year-old boy was killed on Friday after a one-vehicle crash in Wayne County, according to the Wooster Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The incident took place at approximately 5 p.m. on Evans Road (Township Road 203) near the intersection of Nonpariel Road (Township Road 202) in Franklin Township. The […]
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Source reporters explore JFK’s life & death in Dallas
DALLAS — Driving through Dallas, you might not realize you’d just driven over the spot where John F. Kennedy was assassinated. It’s a street like any other, unceremoniously adorned with two x’s in the road where JFK was shot twice. The infamous “grassy knoll” is near a stately pergola dedicated to Dallas’ founder, John Neely […]
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Open Source: Mansfield Sr. grad Jeannine McKee, 93, was Beta Alpha Psi’s first female member
Editor’s NoteThis story idea was suggested by a reader. Do you have a story suggestion for our team? Submit it here. MANSFIELD — It never occurred to Jeannine Skelton McKee, that she may be making history. She was just doing what she’d always planned to do — go to college and study something she enjoyed. […]
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Sports betting dropped significantly in Ohio in February
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Lottery has released its sports betting revenue report for February, according to BetOhio.com. Here are the key figures: February total sports betting handle $639,795,553, down 42.6% from January ($1,114,101,739). February mobile sports betting handle (Type A proprietors) $621,111,765, down 43.0% from January ($1,090,265,212). February retail sports betting handle (Type B proprietors) […]
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4 Galion students recognized by board of education
Galion City Schools Board of Education Met March 21, 2023 GALION – The Galion City School District Board of Education met on March 21, 2023. The Board reviewed, discussed, and, when necessary, approved preliminary agenda items. Following those initial items, the Board moved to student recognition. The Board recognized four students who have consistently demonstrated […]
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National Weather Service & AEP prepare for storms, possible power outages
CLEVELAND — Batten down the hatches, and anything else that isn’t secure. The National Weather Service forecasts strong severe storms for Friday night and Saturday morning. The storm system will be strongest as it enters the western portion of the state and weaken as it moves west to east. The primary threats will be straight […]