MANSFIELD — The earlier a child receives access to books, the quicker their world is exposed to information and learning. Thanks to the Laundry Basket Library, members of the Mansfield community of all ages are able to get free books. Laundry Basket Library is celebrating its 15th anniversary of giving books to anyone who wants […]
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Virginia Ann (Tucker) Kuhn
Virginia Ann (Tucker) Kuhn, 84, of Mansfield, passed away on March 4, 2016, following a lengthy illness. Virginia was born on Feb. 25, 1932, in Huron County, to Jess R. and Dorothy A. (Conklin) Tucker. She was a member of Resurrection Parish, and enjoyed her family, especially being with her grandchildren. She also enjoyed reading, […]
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Area students set for middle school band concert
ASHLAND – In Celebration of Music in Our Schools Month, Ashland University Department of Music will host the annual Ashland County Middle School Honors Band on Sunday, March 20, at 4 p.m. in Hugo Young Theatre with the Ashland University Concert Band as the featured guest ensemble. Gary Ciulla, Ashland University director of bands, will […]
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Health Dept. seeks tiger cat after biting incident
MANSFIELD — Richland Public Health is seeking assistance from Mansfield residents in locating a cat which has been accused of biting a person. The feline is described as a tiger cat and was last seen in the area of 876 E. Crall Rd, on Saturday, March 5. Anyone finding the cat should call Richland public […]
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Ashland U. student art exhibit to open March 17
ASHLAND -– The Ashland University Juried Student Art Exhibition opens on Thursday, March 17, in the Coburn Gallery with a reception to be held from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. The exhibition runs from March 17 to April 1. The exhibition provides those attending with an excellent opportunity to support the arts by purchasing a student […]
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Madison to present “Thoroughly Modern Millie – Junior”
MADISON TOWNSHIP — The Madison High School Choral Department will present “Thoroughly Modern Millie – Junior” from March 18 to 20 in the middle school auditeria at 1419 Grace St. The musical features a book by Richard Morris and Dick Scanlan, music by Jeanine Tesori and lyrics by Dick Scanlan. “Thoroughly Modern Millie – Junior” […]
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Falcon Room Supper Club opening on Lexington Ave.
MANSFIELD — A new restaurant will soon open on Lexington Avenue, promising good food, service and entertainment. Shelli Street, owner of the Falcon Room Supper Room Club and Lounge is excited to open her restaurant, April 1. Previously, Street was a bartender at Adam’s Other Rib — the former business which occupied the space three years […]
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James L. Jones
James L. James, 80, of Johnsville passed away Saturday, March 5, 2016 in Ohio Health Mansfield Hospital following an extended illness. The son of Wylie and Ottie (Valandingham) Jones, James was born March 5, 1936 in Grahn, Kentucky. On April 26, 1962, he married Barbara Bryant. James first worked for Martin Steel, and later for […]
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Jakubick’s veteran savvy leads Spartans to Sweet 16
MANSFIELD — The young Mansfield St. Peter’s basketball team was in uncharted territory on Friday night. Fortunately, the Spartans (23-3) had a guide who knew the high-pressure landscape all too well. The result was an improbable, come-from-behind, 57-52 win in a Division IV district championship game against a more seasoned Sandusky St. Mary’s team. Both […]
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NECIC hosts Citizen Action meeting March 9
MANSFIELD – The North End Community Improvement Collaborative’s (NECIC) monthly Citizen Action Sector meeting will be held March 9, 199 N. Main St. at 4 p.m. Citizen Action Sector Meetings give citizens an opportunity to discuss community issues, make information available to government agencies, track responses, and provide feedback to citizens on results. At this […]