MANSFIELD — Bryan Gladden has observed Mansfield residents searching for the city’s identity for five or 10 years. “We’ve been such a blue-collar town for so long, but I think we are trying to identify who we are now,” he said. Gladden said the city’s situation at a crossroads gives it the opportunity to explore […]
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Lex duo earns first-team All-OCC volleyball honors
MANSFIELD — Ohio Cardinal Conference champ Wooster was well represented when the All-OCC volleyball special awards were announced Tuesday. Marin Dixon and Sara Snowbarger shared the OCC Offensive Player-of-the-Year award and Jen Snowbarger was selected the Coach of the Year. Ashland’s Emma Valentine was the Defensive Player of the Year. Wooster won the OCC title […]
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Junior Achievement expands Inspire program to connect high school students & employers
MANSFIELD – To help guide and enlighten Ohio students as they consider their future careers, Junior Achievement of North Central Ohio (JA) is proud to present JA Inspire to Hire. A career exploration experience unlike any other, JA Inspire to Hire is a collaborative effort of local educators and industry leaders to educate and empower […]
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ODOT cautions motorists traveling on Ohio 603
OLIVESBURG — The Ohio Department of Transportation has issued a traffic alert for motorists traveling along the northern part of Richland County. State Route 603, just northwest of the SR 603 and SR 545 (Olivesburg Road) intersection, is closed for a culvert replacement. The detour route for northbound motorists will be SR 603 to SR […]
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Mansfield Noon Optimist Club plans park at Buckeye Imagination Museum
MANSFIELD – Last week, the Mansfield Noon Optimist Club was joined by Miss Ohio at the future of home of the Optimist Club Park in front of Buckeye Imagination Museum. The aim of this project is to benefit the community by creating a fun and engaging outdoor public gathering space in the Imagination District – […]
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Richland County Foundation approves $657K in grants in October
MANSFIELD – The Richland County Foundation Board of Trustees approved $657,618.90 in grants to area nonprofit organizations during its October meeting. The Board approved a grant to Catholic Charities for two of its programs; Empower, Encourage and Engage (3E Program), and Adult Advocacy Services. The 3E program assists individuals to overcome barriers to employment. Adult […]
Posted inObituaries
Diana Sue “Diane” Mabe
Diana Sue “Diane” Mabe, age 72, of Shelby, was carried home to be with the Lord early Saturday morning, October 8, 2022 at Winchester Terrace in Mansfield. Diane was born May 14, 1950 in Lexington, KY to the late Avery and Bertha (Creech) McClain. She retired from MTD Shelby Operations. Diane had a […]
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Want to make a difference? Doc Stumbo wants your help Oct. 21
MANSFIELD — Doc Stumbo has been helping local residents in need longer than many local residents have been alive. Now 84, Stumbo and his army of volunteers are ready to do it again with the 19th “Make A Difference Day” food and supply drive. The latest edition of the annual effort to benefit Catholic Charities […]
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Mansfield Christian purchases student greenhouse
MANSFIELD — Students at Mansfield Christian School won’t just learn about the lifecycle of a plant this spring. Inside the school’s new greenhouse, they’re going to witness it. Mansfield Christian recently purchased a new, multipurpose greenhouse using a $25,000 grant from State Farm. The greenhouse will be a resource for science and STEM students of […]
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Window Weatherization 101
(StatePoint) Prepping windows for cold, gusty weather is essential no matter your home’s age, but what exactly needs to be done? Read on for the ultimate breakdown of how to seal windows and protect your home from the winter chill. Step 1 – Test for Air Leaks. Any style of window could have small air […]