MANSFIELD, Ohio—Although the U.S. health care system is the most expensive in the world, the country has some of the worst birth outcomes across the globe. Moreover, Ohio is ranked 47th overall for infant mortality and 50th for African American infant mortality. These alarming statistics were brought to the county commissioners’ attention Tuesday morning by […]
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Judy Sargent
Judy Sargent, 67, of Mansfield, went home to be with the Lord Monday, December 29, 2014 at her residence. Born August 28, 1947 in Mansfield, Ohio, she was the daughter of Charles and Edith (Walker) Cole. She was a graduate of Clearfork High School and retired from Richland Newhope Industries. She enjoyed crafts, flower arranging, […]
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Disney Meetings: your bottom line and more
When it comes to corporate meetings those in business may not think of Disney. I would even place bets that some may say that Disney would be too much of a distraction for a meeting venue. I believe that Disney Properties and theme parks have more to offer growing companies than you may think. Disney […]
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Richland Carrousel Park to close for maintenance
Richland Carrousel Park will close New Year’s Eve, Dec. 31, at 3 p.m. and will be closed for Maintenance Week during the first week of January. The Carrousel will re-open Friday, Jan. 9, at 11 a.m. During Maintenance Week, the four black cables above the Carrousel will be replaced and some of the animals will […]
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Ten killed on Ohio roads during Christmas holiday period
COLUMBUS, Ohio – With the holiday season halfway over, the Patrol is asking motorists to continue to buckle up and refrain from driving impaired. During this year’s five-day Christmas Holiday reporting period of Dec. 24 at 12 a.m. through Dec. 28 at 11:59 p.m., 10 people were killed in 10 fatal crashes, with five of […]
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Tax season opens as planned following extenders legislation
WASHINGTON — Following the passage of the extenders legislation, the Internal Revenue Service announced today it anticipates opening the 2015 filing season as scheduled in January. The IRS will begin accepting tax returns electronically on Jan. 20. Paper tax returns will begin processing at the same time. The decision follows Congress renewing a number of […]
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Before you invest: Three questions to ask yourself
Why are you investing? Is your goal short-term in nature, like saving money to buy a new car or take a Caribbean vacation next year? Or do you have a long-term goal of accumulating money for your childrenÕ’ college education or your future retirement? For short-term goals, consider saving money in a savings account. This […]
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As cold weather sets in, protect yourselves and loved ones from hypothermia
With cold weather expected throughout January, including evening temperatures in single digits, Richland Public Health is reminding Richland County residents to be aware of hypothermia (dangerously low body temperature). Hypothermia occurs when more heat escapes from your body than your body can produce. Signs and symptoms of hypothermia may include gradual loss of mental and physical abilities. […]
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Jacquelyn ‘Jacie’ Foster
Jacquelyn S. “Jacie” Foster, 86, of Mansfield, died Sunday, December 28, 2014 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus. Born January 28, 1928 in Cleveland, Ohio, she was the daughter of Dwight R. and Mary Ruth (Dedrick) Smith. Jacie graduated from John Marshall High School in 1946 where she was the Salutatorian of the class. She […]
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David Shoenfelt
Fredericktown, Ohio — David R. Shoenfelt passed away Friday, December 26, 2014 in Morrow County Hospital. He was 81. He was born December 22, 1933 to parents Guy & Ruth (Zeger) Shoenfelt in Northfield, Ohio. After David was graduated from Johnsville High School in 1951, he joined the navy and was honorably discharged in 1954. […]