MANSFIELD — The Renaissance Theatre will hold auditions for the MY Theatre production of The Lion King, Jr. on Sunday, July 16 at 2 p.m. and Monday, July 17 at 6 p.m. at the Renaissance Theatre, 138 Park Avenue West in Downtown Mansfield. Those auditioning must be in 9th grade and younger during the 2017-18 […]
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Lonnie Eagle
Well known, respected and modest are just a few words to describe Lonnie Eagle. Lonnie helped the children and the whole community by donating his time and talents. Lonnie R. Eagle passed away Wednesday evening, July 5, 2017 in his Galion home, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born August 13, 1937 in […]
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Is Cyclops Circle on the comeback trail?
MANSFIELD — When Jenni and Scott Yoder’s sons had nowhere to play the only sport they loved, the two knew that had to find a field. “Our children didn’t have a field to play on,” Jenni said. “Madison Grade School plays at the Madison Baseball Park, and it’s gorgeous.” But soon, the Yoder kids had […]
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Gospel music festival planned for July 22 at fairgrounds
MANSFIELD — Tony Goad says he may not be able teach a Bible lesson, but he can sing about Jesus. That’s his way of ministering to others, and it’s the idea behind the Community Outreach Gospel Musical Festival that’s coming to the Richland County Fairgrounds this July. Goad, who’s been involved in different bands over […]
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USA Cycling race planned for Ashland
ASHLAND – A nationally sponsored bicycle race is being planned for Ashland next month if organizers can smooth out the wrinkles in their plans. Ashland resident Troy Chipka told Ashland City Council Wednesday night he has tentatively set Saturday, Aug. 5 as the date for a race sponsored by USA Cycling. The first race would […]
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AU alum Meder, Shaheen prepare for NFL camps
ASHLAND — Ashland University’s alums in the National Football League will begin the path toward the 2017 regular season in July. Former Eagle All-American defensive lineman Jamie Meder (Cleveland Browns) and former AU All-American tight end Adam Shaheen (Chicago Bears) will start their respective 2017 training camps in a couple short weeks. Meder will be […]
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Transitional age youth apartment complex now open
MANSFIELD — What was once a grassy plot of land now features an eight-unit apartment complex that will house youths as they transition out of the foster-care system. During their stay, tenants will learn skills that they may not have gained during their childhood. Dozens of people welcomed this new addition to the city on […]
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Dan Ritchey
Dan Ritchey’s hard work, persistence and integrity brought him great fulfillment over a long life. He cared passionately about his family, extended family, employees, neighbors and all the people in his beloved town of Galion. Dan put others first. Daniel R. “Dan” Ritchey, 90, of Galion passed away Monday, July 3, 2017 at Signature HealthCARE […]
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AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days roars into Mid-Ohio this weekend
LEXINGTON — The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) Vintage Motorcycle Days overtakes Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course this weekend, July 7 through 9. This is one of the summer’s premier motorcycle gatherings in the U.S. and the 23rd consecutive year the event has visited Mid-Ohio. This must-do motorcycling extravaganza also serves as a fundraiser for the non-profit AMA […]
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Contemporary Artspace
GalionArt1.jpg GalionArt2.jpg GalionArt3.jpg GalionArt4.jpg GalionArt5.jpg GalionArt6.jpg GalionArt7.jpg GalionArt8.jpg Galion native Meg Frazier, owner of the new gallery Contemporary Artspace, listens as her students present their artwork. GalionArt10.jpg GalionArt11.jpg GalionArt12.jpg