MANSFIELD — The City of Mansfield has announced that due to water main repairs it will be necessary to close sections of the following roads while work is being completed. Hedges Street from Home Avenue to South Diamond Street. South Diamond Street from Cleveland Avenue to Hedges Street will be reduced to single lane traffic. […]
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Fugitives from slavery fled to Ohio
Editor’s NoteThis story was originally published by the Ohio History Connection. It’s being republished here as part of a collaborative agreement. Before the American Civil War, a large number of fugitives from slavery passed through Ohio. One of the major reasons fugitives from slavery came to Ohio was the Underground Railroad. The Underground Railroad was […]
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Chris A. Snell
FREDERICKTOWN: Chris A. Snell passed away on March 6th, 2023 at The James Cancer Hospital surrounded by his family. He was 69. He was born on February 3, 1954 to parents Dale D. and Shirley A. (Walters) Snell in Mansfield, Ohio. After graduating from Fredericktown High School, he went on to serve in the US […]
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5 Tax-Efficient Strategies to Include in a Holistic Financial Plan
(State Point) As consumers focus on filing taxes and spending returns, a new study reveals a need for increased awareness around tax-efficient financial strategies. Lincoln Financial Group’s Consumer Sentiment Tracker reports that only 2% of Americans can correctly identify financial solutions with tax advantages, despite one in three saying they prioritize investments that would help […]
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March 7: Ohio High School boys basketball tournament roundup
Akron Hoban barely beats Lakewood St. Edward 44-40 Olive Oil isn’t as slim as the win Akron Hoban chalked up in tripping Lakewood St. Edward 44-40 on March 7 in Ohio boys high school basketball action. Lakewood St. Edward showed it was ready to play, using an early thrust to carve out a 15-11 advantage […]
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Medina man killed in 2-vehicle Wayne County crash
CANAAN TOWNSHIP – A Medina man was killed Tuesday afternoon after a two-vehicle crash in Wayne County, according to the Wooster Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Harry D. Hall, 66, of Medina, was pronounced deceased at the scene, the Patrol stated. The incident took place at 3:59 p.m. on Ohio 83 north of […]
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87-year-old female pedestrian killed in Tuesday afternoon Wayne County crash
WOOSTER TOWNSHIP – An 87-year-old Wooster woman was killed after being struck by a vehicle while crossing Ohio 83 as a pedestrian on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Wooster Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Louella A. Keslar 87, of Wooster, was transported by the Wooster Township Fire Department to Wooster Community Hospital where […]
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City of Mansfield financial picture improves as final budget nears approval
MANSFIELD — A strong finish to 2022 in terms of revenue allowed Mayor Tim Theaker and Finance Director Linn Steward to present an improved final spending plan for 2023. The duo, who entered office together, are in their 12th and final years of office, prevented by city charter from seeking re-election. That meant Tuesday evening […]
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Richland County commissioners discuss $935K security/technology upgrade for buildings
MANSFIELD — Richland County commissioners on Tuesday discussed spending nearly $1 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds to upgrade cameras and doorway security technology at county-owned buildings. Matt Hill, with county Auditor Pat Dropsey’s IT department, described a plan to install new security cameras and doorway access systems at the courthouse, People’s Building, Longview […]
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Roger Evans Dailey
Roger Evans Dailey has joined his Lord on February 23, 2023 at the age of 64. He was born on November 23rd 1958 to Robert and Barbara (Gleisinger) Dailey. He will be deeply missed by family and friends. Roger was a lighthearted and generous soul. Whenever he saw a need, he filled it. He was […]