Ian Henry Haapalainen, Child of God, died unexpectedly at home on July 26th. Ian was born on St. Patrick’s day of 1988 in South Bend, Indiana and after graduating from High School, attended Purdue University. Last year he attended North Central College, finishing both semesters with a 4.0 GPA. Ian is survived by his parents […]
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McNaull to discuss Apollo program at Aug. 22 event in Ashland
ASHLAND — The Ohio State University Alumni Club of Ashland County will sponsor a talk with Tom McNaull on the Apollo Moon Missions on Aug. 22 at 7 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 220 Sandusky St. All members of the public are welcome to attend. The event is taking place in light of 2019 […]
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New carpet being laid at Clear Fork’s Colt Corral
BELLVILLE — The Colt Corral no longer sports a natural grass field. But that doesn’t mean Clear Fork’s sports teams plan to stop chewing up the opposition. Workers began laying the new green artificial surface on the stadium field this week. The running track will also soon be resurfaced, according to Chris Laux, who chairs […]
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Richland County Children Services seeks new executive director
MANSFIELD – The Board of Richland County Children Service (RCCS), is seeking a new executive director to serve as a collaborative leader and champion for families across Richland County. The RCCS Board convened a Search Committee during its regular meeting on July 8, 2019. The committee has developed a job posting for the Executive Director […]
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Downtown Mansfield receives National Register of Historic Places listing
MANSFIELD — Downtown Mansfield, Inc. has announced that the Historic District of Downtown Mansfield is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. “Our National Register listing will offer new opportunities and benefits in our effort to preserve the history of Downtown Mansfield,” the local agency noted in a press release on Tuesday. National […]
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Rinehardt Law Firm provides backpacks, school supplies to kids in need
MANSFIELD — Rinehardt Law is organizing its fourth annual school supply drive and Back to School Backpack Bash. Every year, many children start the new school year without the most basic supplies needed to succeed in the classroom. Rinehardt Law Firm teams up with Mid-Ohio Youth Mentoring to identify families in need. The firm has […]
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Self-Care: A Healing Balm for the Soul
My best friend and I began a sacred tradition years ago for bad days: a chick flick (usually “Beaches”), a pint of ice cream, followed by a solid cryfest about whatever was burdening our hearts. Bette Midler, Ben and Jerry have been able to walk with both of us through some pretty big heartaches and […]
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‘MANSFIELD’ signs over bridges part of U.S. 30 project
MANSFIELD — Decorative signs will welcome U.S. 30 motorists into Mansfield on the Trimble Road and Fifth Avenue bridges over the highway, incorporated into ODOT’s $89 million improvement project planned to begin in 2020. The Mansfield Board of Control approved spending $45,000 on Tuesday for sign design work by Engineering Associates from Wooster. Fencing and signage […]
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OHSAA: High school practices get underway Thursday
COLUMBUS — Preseason practices officially begin Thursday for OHSAA member schools for the fall sports of football, girls and boys golf, girls tennis, girls volleyball, boys and girls soccer, boys and girls cross country and girls field hockey. UPDATED OHSAA INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY A modification to the OHSAA’s inclement weather policy is now in effect, […]
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Skate park proposal pulled from Mansfield City Council agenda
MANSFIELD — A proposal to build a new skate park at Maple Lake Park has been shelved, and will be incorporated into a master plan for the overall city park system that may be done by the end of the year. Parks and Recreation Manager Mark Abrams said Tuesday he has asked that legislation authorizing […]