MANSFIELD — Richland County commissioners said Thursday they do not plan to close county offices to the public, even as COVID-19 cases continue to spike. The City of Mansfield and the City of Ontario both announced this week that offices in those municipalities would be closing to the public due to concerns over coronavirus spread. […]
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RCT offers free Saturday bus service on Dec. 12, 19
MANSFIELD — Richland County Transit is offering free Saturday bus service on Dec. 12 and 19, according to Jean Taddie, transit development manager for the Richland County Regional Planning Commission. All routes, except #15 Airport, will be running, plus there will be a free holiday shopping shuttle that circulates between Meijer and Walmart in Ontario […]
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Section of Sloane Avenue closed for water main repairs
MANSFIELD — Sloane Avenue from Bartley Avenue to Marion Avenue has been closed due to water main repairs. The road is expected to be re-opened by the end of the workday on Monday Dec. 7, 2020, barring unanticipated problems. Construction signs will be posted at the work site. Traffic is advised to plan an alternate […]
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NCSC, AU sign transfer agreements covering psychology, visual arts
ASHLAND — Representatives from Ashland University and North Central State College met virtually Monday morning to sign two new articulation agreements formalizing two new transfer opportunities for NCSC graduates to complete bachelor’s degrees at Ashland University. AU Provost Dr. Amiel Jarstfer and North Central Vice President of Academic Services and Chief Academic Officer Dr. Karen […]
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Historical society begins blacksmith and carpentry shop project at South Park
MANSFIELD — The fireplace inside South Park’s historic log cabin is impressive — a sandstone hearth spans most of the north wall, stretching toward the ceiling and enveloping a brick fire pit big enough to warm the whole home — even on a 40-degree day. Just a few feet away, dried herbs dangle from a […]
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Former OSU star to be on panel at annual ‘Beat Michigan Bash’ virtual event Dec. 10
MANSFIELD — Former Ohio State football star Bobby Carpenter will be a panelist on Dec. 10 during the annual “Beat Michigan Bash,” sponsored by The Ohio State University Alumni Club of Richland County. The event, which raises scholarship dollars for local high school seniors pursuing an Ohio State education, will be virtual this year due […]
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Razor thin: Mt. Gilead earns tough victory over Northmor
The margin for error was so small it only piqued the anxiety, but Mt. Gilead didn’t mind, dispatching Northmor 51-42 at Northmor High on December 2 in Ohio girls high school basketball action. Last season, Mt Gilead and Northmor faced off on January 11, 2020 at Mt Gilead High School. For a full recap, click […]
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Bloom-Carroll rolls like thunder over East Knox
Bloom-Carroll could use an Emily Post tutorial in manners, but it’s competitive spirit was fine-tuned while punishing East Knox 58-38 in an Ohio girls basketball matchup on December 2. For statewide results and expert analysis of the best teams and prep athletes in Ohio, sign up for our free newsletter. It’s required reading for high […]
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Cardington-Lincoln dismantles Highland in convincing manner
Cardington-Lincoln handled Highland 49-29 in an impressive showing in an Ohio girls basketball matchup on December 2. The last time Cardington-Lincoln and Highland played in a 55-49 game on January 11, 2020. For more, click here. Cardington-Lincoln’s power showed as it carried a 42-18 lead into the fourth quarter. Cardington-Lincoln’s shooting jumped on top to […]
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Loudonville pours it on Waterloo
Thanksgiving turkeys don’t get baked as thoroughly as Loudonville cooked Waterloo during this 80-41 decision on December 2 in Ohio girls high school basketball. Recently on November 24 , Loudonville squared up on Utica in a basketball game . For more, click here. The Red Birds thundered in front of the Vikings 43-25 to begin […]