BELLVILLE, Ohio — Clear Fork collected their first win of the season as they defeat Ontario with a score of 42-24. The Colts scored on their opening possession, their first of six touchdowns. Ontario’s offense managed two touchdowns along with a 19-yard field goal by Hunter Plew late in the first half. Clear Fork took […]
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Weirich hired as Bellville administrator
BELLVILLE, Ohio — Larry Weirich has been hired as Bellville’s new, part-time village administrator. The move comes after months of debate and cost-cutting measures by Bellville Village Council. Officials said that Weirich is scheduled to take over duties from Chuck Pscholka this October. Councilman Vic Swisher said it was Weirich’s qualifications that set him apart […]
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Mansfield school district continues search for treasurer
MANSFIELD, Ohio — The Mansfield City School District continues their search for a new treasurer. Board president Renda Cline says she expects a decision will be coming “soon.” The Mansfield district began their search last May when they announced the upcoming retirement of the current treasurer, Rosetta Stephens, effective Sept 1. Earlier this month an […]
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Clear Fork to purchase new books; more students entering district
BELLVILLE, Ohio — Clear Fork middle and high school students will be receiving new math books this year. School board members voted Thursday night to purchase a six-year license for math materials from Pearson Textbooks. Stacy Swank told board members that the total cost would be $123,486 to provide new textbooks for sixth through twelfth […]
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Bellville Council decision clears the way for sale of Mid Ohio property
BELLVILLE, Ohio – Mid Ohio Resources, Inc., announced they will be selling their sand and gravel mining business, which opened in 2006. Bellville, which has first right of refusal to buy the property north of the village on State Route 97, gave Mid Ohio the green light to put the property up for sale during […]
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Clear Fork School Board pursues excellence with programs and personnel
BELLVILLE, Ohio – Student achievement and success were the theme of the Clear Fork Valley Local Schools Board of Education’s June 30 meeting. Administrators outlined what they are doing to help students as the district wrapped up the current school year. Both of Clear Fork’s elementary schools were provided time to showcase their programs. Principals […]
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Raising money for a fight: area organization battles breast cancer
MANSFIELD, Ohio – One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer, the second leading cause of death among women. One local group is raising money to battle the disease. “Most of us know someone who has experienced breast cancer,” said Kevin Burke, co-chair of Mansfield’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. Making Strides is […]
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First Presbyterian Preschool turns 30
MANSFIELD, Ohio — The First Presbyterian Preschool of Mansfield is celebrating 30 exciting years of operation this fall. The preschool, located on Trimble Road, says their goal is to “enhance children’s development” as they partner with families. Begun in 1985 when a women’s group started the school, they have grown to a staff of eight. […]
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Bellville police track down suspect
BELLVILLE, Ohio–Bellville Police officers apprehended a suspect who tried to steal from merchants in downtown Bellville. Police Chief Ron Willey said that at least two area merchants were approached by the suspect on June 11 with a demanded demanded a refund. The suspect reportedly received $35 from a local business. An employee of the store […]
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Local center celebrates 10 years; looks to future
MANSFIELD, Ohio–The Dewald Community Center celebrated their 10 year anniversary on Saturday. Operated by the Mansfield chapter of the Salvation Army, the facility hosts educational and recreational programs that staff and volunteers hope will improve lives of area residents. A program on Saturrday highlighted past accomplishments and outlined future goals for the center. The Dewald […]