Lloyd Eugene Mullet of Mansfield passed away Monday evening, November 14, 2022, at Primrose Retirement Community at the age of 88. Born December 7, 1933, in Mansfield, Ohio, he was the son of the late Grace (Russell) and Clifford Mullet. He proudly served in the US Army during the Korean War and earned the […]
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Richland County Regional Planning ranks $2.5 million in infrastructure grants/loans
MANSFIELD — Six local infrastructure efforts totaling $2.5 million in grants and loans will be recommended for Ohio Public Works Commissions funds, including $499,000 for a Village of Shiloh water project. That was the decision of the Richland County Regional Planning Commission executive committee on Wednesday, based upon balloting from the entire commission aimed at […]
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James H. Howard
James H. Howard, age 88, of Shelby, met his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Wednesday morning, November 16, 2022. He passed peacefully at his home with his wife, Margaret, at his side. Jim was born October 12, 1934 in Coldiron, KY to the late Edward W. and Mossie May (Brock) Howard. Jim and […]
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Richland County’s tourism economy bounces back
MANSFIELD – As the nation’s travel industry continues to recover, tourism in Richland County rebounded faster than expected and is having a greater economic impact than in much of the region. According to the latest economic impact figures for travel spending in Richland County (see methodology below), total visitor spending was $404.5 million. That’s an […]
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5 Ways to Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones This Holiday Season
(StatePoint) The holidays are right around the corner, and experts are already seeing a rise in respiratory illnesses like influenza (flu) and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). In addition, COVID-19 continues to be a serious health threat in the United States. As you gather with family and friends this holiday season, remember that one of the […]
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Go-To Baby Shower Gift Ideas
(StatePoint) Looking for the perfect baby shower gift? A few go-to ideas can make welcoming little ones into the world a breeze. Here are some creative ones to consider: • Cute, Cuddly and Customizable: Making perfect friends for little ones, My Pal Scout and My Pal Violet Smarty Paws from LeapFrog are no ordinary stuffed […]
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6 Safety Tips During Darker Nights This Season
(StatePoint) During the long dark nights of fall and winter, concerns about personal safety may increase. Whether commuting for work or class, getting in an evening run or walking the dog, you likely need to carry out daily activities long after the sun goes down. To help keep you safe, David Nance, founder of the […]
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Lexington administrators ‘cautiously optimistic’ about district’s five-year forecast
LEXINGTON — Lexington Local Schools treasurer Jason Whitesel said he believes the district is on strong financial footing following the release of the latest five-year forecast. Whitesel gave an overview of the forecast during Wednesday’s board of education meeting. The Ohio Department of Education requires school districts to submit a five-year forecast twice annually. These […]
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Terrific Tandem: Ontario’s Yugovich, Turnbaugh selected to All-Ohio first team in Division II
ONTARIO — One was a high-scoring freshman. The other was a defensive-minded senior. They both are first-team All-Ohioans. Ontario’s Hattie Yugovich and Adi Turnbaugh both earned spots on the Ohio Scholastic Soccer Coaches Association All-Ohio first team in Division II. They were two of nine area All-Ohioans. A freshman midfielder, Yugovich scored a team-high 37 […]
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Lex’s Depperschmidt, Ontario’s Weaver selected to All-Ohio first team
MANSFIELD — Lexington’s Alex Depperschmidt and Ontario’s Gage Weaver reinforced what north central Ohio soccer fans already knew. They are two of the best in the state. Both Depperschmidt and Weaver were selected to the Ohio Scholastic Soccer Coaches Association All-Ohio first team in Division II. Meanwhile, Ontario’s Dave Lamport was chosen the Assistant Coach […]