BUCYRUS – The Bucyrus Secondary School’s annual District Arts Festival will be from 6 to 9 p.m. May 2. The event, sponsored by the Bucyrus Education Foundation, is free and open to the public. This year’s festival will feature artwork from preschool through 12th grade students, as well as an array of musical performances from […]
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Mansfield girl crowned Tiny Miss North Coast in regional pageant
MANSFIELD — For a petite 6-year-old, Charlee Backensto-Ellis has a big personality, which served her well when competing in her first-ever pageant earlier this month in Dayton. The Eastview Elementary School Kindergartner was crowned the Tiny Miss North Coast Princess of America in the regional Princess of America Pageant. She will go on to compete in the […]
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Richland Public Health offers free rabies vaccines on May 11
MANSFIELD — Warmer weather means more outdoor activities and that increases the risk of contact with an animal infected with the rabies virus. Incidences of rabies exposure usually start in April and continue rising through the summer months. Richland Public Health is issuing a reminder for all pet owners to make sure their cats and […]
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5 ways to improve your golf game
Now that golf season is swinging into action, it’s a good time to boost your golf IQ and learn some tips to lower your handicap. Greg Smith, Westbrook Country Club head golf professional and Lexington boys golf coach; and Brad Ruminski, PGA pro at Oak Tree and the Shelby girls golf coach, share their expertise […]
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Free film showing of “Who Will Write our History?” on April 28
MANSFIELD — There will be a free showing of the film, “Who Will Write Our History?” on Sunday, April 28 at 3 p.m. in 151 Riedl Hall on the Ohio State University Mansfield campus. This event is being co-sponsored by Donna Hight, Assistant Dean Student Life & Student Success at the Mansfield Campus and Holly […]
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Obhof: Ohio reports record number new business filings, lowest unemployment rate in 18 years
COLUMBUS — Senate President Larry Obhof (R-Medina) applauded recent announcements of record new business filings and a dropping unemployment rate as evidence the state’s pro-growth economic policies continue to propel Ohio forward. March reporting showed the state recorded the most new business filings in a single month in state history, with 13,747 entities filing to […]
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Bookstore fun: Main Street Books to celebrate independent bookstore day April 27
Main Street Books, along with hundreds of other independent bookstores across the nation, will be celebrating Independent Bookstore Day on Saturday, April 27. Independent Bookstore Day was started 5 years ago to showcase the charm and quirkiness of locally-owned bookstores all over the nation.To celebrate, Main Street Books will be throwing a big ol’ party […]
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Primary issues: Mansfield seeks renewal of police/fire safety levy on May 7
MANSFIELD — About one-third of the annual operating funds for Mansfield’s safety forces will be on the ballot May 7 when city voters are asked to again approve the renewal of a one-half percent income tax. The four-year safety levy, first approved in 2007, generates about $7 million each year, all of which goes to […]
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McComb denies Bascom Hopewell-Loudon’s challenge
McComb charged Bascom Hopewell-Loudon and collected an 8-4 victory in an Ohio high school baseball matchup on April 22. If you would like to join in the action, download the Scorestream app today. This sports coverage is possible through the generous support of our members. To become a member for as little as $5 per […]
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McDonald deals goose eggs to Mineral Ridge in verdict
Fans of old-fashioned pitching was treated to a masterful performance Monday when McDonald bottled Mineral Ridge 9-0 in an Ohio high school softball matchup. If you would like to join in the action, download the Scorestream app today. This sports coverage is possible through the generous support of our members. To become a member for […]