MANSFIELD – Richland County’s favorite kickoff to summer has officially launched its newest lineup of local music. Downtown Mansfield, Inc. (DMI) released the 2017 Final Friday concert series during an official launch party on Thursday evening. The artists include a mix of new and old faces as the Final Friday series celebrates its 10th anniversary. […]
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Officer Stephen Hornback retires from Mansfield PD
MANSFIELD — Mansfield Police Officer Stephen Hornback is bidding adieu to the Mansfield PD after nearly two decades of service. His last day with the department is March 3. “We’re excited for him, but we also hate to lose such a good officer,” said Police Chief Ken Coontz during a retirement ceremony Thursday. Hornback was […]
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Tommy Mays
BELLVILLE: Tommy Mays spoke a language that the deaf can hear and the blind can see: He spoke the language of kindness. He rose by lifting up others – never expecting something in return – a simple, caring, and magnetic trait of the unconditional love in his heart. John Thomas “Tommy” Mays went to be […]
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Colby Hildreth
Colby Roger Hildreth, was a beautiful 14 year old who enjoyed the outdoors, sports, animals and playing video games. He will be remembered for his BIG heart, how he loved to cook for his family and his caring for others above himself. Colby of Galion was diagnosed and passed away within 24 hours on Wednesday, […]
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Ashland University sets spring reading dates
ASHLAND — The Ashland University English Department has set its Spring 2017 Reading Series that will feature a poetry reading by Bruce Weigl on March 20, a nonfiction reading by Alex Lemon on March 27 and a fiction reading by Robin Black on April 3. All readings, which are free and open to the public, […]
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Madison begins search for new superintendent
MADISON TOWNSHIP – The search is on for the next superintendent of Madison Local Schools, with help from the Madison community. The Madison Board of Education has partnered with Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center to create a survey with the purpose of gathering input from the Madison Schools staff and community regarding their superintendent search. The […]
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Ontario hhgregg store on list to close this spring
MANSFIELD — The Ontario hhgregg store on Lexington-Springmill Roadis one of 88 stores the appliance and electronics retailer will be closing in an effort to turnaround the struggling chain’s fortunes. In a press release Thursday, the chain announced the store closures along with the closing of three distribution centers. More than 1,500 jobs will be […]
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Polly Earick
Polly H. Earick, 70, died Friday February 24, 2017 peacefully at home in Mansfield, Ohio after her 13 year fight with cancer. Polly was born on November 23, 1946 in Cleveland Ohio to Donald and Margaret (Newell) Harbaugh. She grew up in Lakewood, Ohio in the Clifton Park neighborhood enjoying clambakes, beach picnics, gardening with […]
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Bucyrus Police March 1: Missing juvenile investigated
BUCYRUS — Listed below are the Bucyrus police calls for Wednesday, March 1. 9:47 a.m. A false alarm was received from the 2000 block of Whetstone St. 10:55 a.m. Officers assisted Life Support in the 900 block of Rogers St. 11:38 a.m. An elderly female who was lost was brought on station. Officers assisted in finding […]
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Renaissance offers free drama therapy for veterans
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Veterans are invited to join a free weekly Drama Therapy group, particularly helpful for Veterans with PTSD. The group will meet at the Renaissance Theatre from 6:30-8 p.m. on Thursdays beginning March 16 and running through May 18. Spots are limited and registration is required. Interested individuals can register at dramatherapy.eventbrite.com or […]