Sharon K. McQuillen, 70, of Mansfield, went home to her Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday afternoon, March 5, 2015, at Galion Community Hospital. She was born August 9, 1944, in Mansfield, Ohio, one of ten children of the late Albert and Geraldine (Cairns) Workman. Sharon was a 1962 graduate of Mansfield Senior High School. On […]
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Vernon Calvin Olin Hill
Vernon Calvin Olin Hill passed away Thursday, February 26, 2015 in Crestwood Care Center. He was 97. He was born October 25, 1917 in Cincinnati, Ohio to parents Benjamin & Amy (Arwine) Hill. Vernon proudly served his country in both the U.S. Army and the U.S. Air Force. The air force fostered in him a […]
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MT Business Technologies Inc. recognized by Ricoh
MANSFIELD, Ohio – Ricoh Corporation held its national Ricoh Family Group (RFG) dealer conference recently in Las Vegas, Nevada. For the second consecutive year, MT Business Technologies Inc. was recognized as Ricoh’s largest independent dealer in the United States. The RFG consists of the Ricoh, Savin, and Lanier product lines, all manufactured by Ricoh. Ricoh […]
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SMART Act would streamline testing in Ohio schools
MANSFIELD, Ohio – “Recognizing that we are over-testing our children is a necessary and important first step in undoing this culture of ‘test and punish’ kids and their teachers. It has gotten totally out of control,” said Columbus City Schools Teacher Courtney Johnson. Johnson, who is also the parent of a third-grader, joined Sen. Sherrod […]
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Free Improv Open Mic night March 12 at the Renaissance
MANSFIELD, Ohio — The Renaissance Education Department will hold a free Improv Open Mic night on March 12 in the ballroom at the Renaissance Theatre. The event will begin at 5:30 pm, and no tickets are required.The public is invited to participate, both onstage in fun improv activities or simply to enjoy the event as audience members. […]
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Area Agency on Aging Announces Availability of Higher Education Grants and Scholarship
MANSFIELD, Ohio – The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc., is pleased to announce the availability of five $1,000 grants and one $2,000 scholarship for individuals pursuing higher education. Grants and scholarship are made possible through revenues from sponsorships for the Area Agency on Aging Annual Meeting. Grant applications will be accepted from […]
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Randy James Hughes
Randy James Hughes, 52, of Mansfield, died unexpectedly early Wednesday evening, March 4, 2015. He was born August 23, 1962, in Mansfield, Ohio, to James Gray Hughes and Sandra Jane (Lane) Hughes. By far, his favorite times were spent with his family and friends. Randy was a wonderful husband and father, and his family will […]
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Richland Academy Presents: “Drumming for Hope”
Elec Simon is a highly successful percussionist and Ohio native who has made it a priority to give back to the community. He brings his love of music to students at area schools and juvenile facilities, mentoring and performing and motivating kids to make the right choices. Richland Academy of the Arts made a connection […]
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John T. Heard
John T. Heard, 87, of Mansfield, died Friday, February 20, 2015 at Liberty Nursing Center. Born September 3, 1927 in St. Louis, MO, he was the son of Larkin Bailey and Helen Irene (Duncan) Heard. Upon graduating from high school, John served in the U.S. Navy and afterwards attended Southeast Missouri State College where he […]
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Ray D. Hall
Ray D. Hall, 50, of North Robinson passed away on Wednesday March 4, 2015 in Galion Community Hospital following an apparent Heart Attack, his death was unexpected. Ray was born June 5, 1964 in Willard to the late Mearle D. Hall and Celia M. (Lacy) Mosley who survives in North Robinson. In addition to his […]