They say angels walk among us and I truly believe it…for Clyde Steward wasn’t just a loving husband, father, brother, and grandpa, he was an inspiration to all that knew him! Clyde was always there to help everyone no matter the need! On Saturday, April 25th, 2015, Clyde Steward, age 64, of Tiro, Ohio passed […]
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Crime statistics show overall decrease in 2014
MANSFIELD, Ohio — The Richland County Sheriff’s Office released the county’s crime statistics for 2014, along with figures from 2013 to highlight differences between both years. When factoring totals, the numbers of Violent Crimes, Property Crimes, and Part II Crimes for 2013 and 2014 represent a four percent decrease. The Richland County Sheriff’s Office responds […]
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What’s so confusing about the May primary ballot?
RICHLAND COUNTY, Ohio – As Richland County voters prepare to cast their ballots in the primary elections on May 5, the Richland County Board of Elections warns that this year’s primaries have created the “perfect storm” of confusion. “In the five years I’ve been here this is the most confusing primary I’ve seen,” said Bill […]
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Mansfield YMCA instructor battles elements, injury at Boston Marathon
MANSFIELD, Ohio — The weather was miserable and she ran the final nine miles on a sprained ankle, but Rocio Rodriguez Vallejo can’t wait to go back to Boston. A triathlete and personal trainer at the Mansfield YMCA, Rodriguez Vallejo was one of about 30,000 runners who battled the elements at last week’s 119th Boston […]
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Mansfield standoff suspect dead
MANSFIELD, Ohio – David Parker, 58, the suspect who was involved in a roughly 27-hour police standoff at 36 Randall Road, died at 12:27 p.m. today at OhioHealth MedCentral Mansfield Hospital, Richland County coroner’s assistant Bob Ball said. Mansfield Law Director John Spon said Parker fired two or three shots shortly before he was shot […]
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David Parker had history of violence, altercations with law enforcement
MANSFIELD, Ohio – David Parker, the 58-year-old suspect of the 27-hour Mansfield standoff, was officially pronounced dead at 12:27 p.m. on Tuesday afternoon at OhioHealth MedCentral Mansfield Hospital. His death ended what Law Director John Spon called one of the most dangerous circumstances he’s seen involving law enforcement. “Because of the extreme close proximity with […]
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Miss Ohio to award 4 scholarships to Richland County seniors
MANSFIELD, Ohio – The Miss Ohio Scholarship Program, under the direction of Executive Director, Steven Oliveri, has expanded to include a new opportunity for Richland County high school seniors. The new Miss Ohio Community Youth Scholarship program will award four Richland County high school seniors a $500 scholarship. Scholarship recipients will each be recognized on […]
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Applebee’s Grill & Bar partners with Nationwide Children’s Hospital with fundraising event
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Applebee’s Grill & Bar has teamed with Nationwide Children’s Hospital for a three-week fundraising campaign that will benefit patients and families who travel to Nationwide Children’s Hospital for its expert research and care. The campaign will launch at Applebee’s locations in Ashland, Mansfield and Wooster: • Ashland: 2250 Claremont Ave., Ashland, OH […]
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AARP Driver Safety Program to be held May 13
MANSFIELD, Ohio — The AARP Driver Safety Program, hosted by Richland Public Health, will have its first class of 2015 on May 13. The AARP Driver Safety Program is the nation’s first and largest classroom refresher course for motorists age 50 and older. The class is a one-day four-hour course using the “Smart Driver” material […]
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Police chief speaks out as Mansfield standoff enters second day
Editor’s note: The standoff ended approximately 11 a.m. and suspect was transported to the hospital. Story developing. MANSFIELD, Ohio — Law enforcement officials are trying to reach a peaceful resolution with a man who has been barricaded in a Randall Road home for more than 24 hours. Mansfield Police Chief Ken Coontz held a press […]