MANSFIELD — Steve Sheldon has already served 12 years as Richland County Sheriff. After Tuesday’s election, he’ll get four more. Sheldon earned 54 percent of the vote over Democratic challenger Matt Mayer, according to the unofficial results of Tuesday’s general election from the Richland County Board of Elections. Sheldon counted 28,872 votes to Mayer’s 23,711 […]
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Antique toy show a nod to nostalgia
MANSFIELD – Toys for the young and the young at heart were on display at the Richland County Fairgrounds on Sunday. More than 100 tables covered in comic books, baseball cards, train sets, matchbox cars and more sprawled across Fairhaven Hall at the Fairgrounds. The collectibles were fawned over by young children, but inspired memories […]
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Bret Michaels coming to Bucyrus on Nov. 17
BUCYRUS – It’s going to be nothing but a good time in Bucyrus on Nov. 17 when Bret Michaels performs at Dillinger’s Entertainment Center & Restaurant. The rock star’s stop in Bucyrus comes as part of his new tour, “The Party Starts Now.” The 20-stop tour will appear twice in Ohio; in addition to Dillinger’s […]
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Improv returns to the Mansfield Playhouse
MANSFIELD – The popular improvisational comedy show “Four Klunkers and a Chevy” will make a return to the Mansfield Playhouse Second Stage this weekend. In its second run at the Playhouse, “Four Klunkers and a Chevy” is back by popular demand after selling out all four of its debut shows in May. “We had to […]
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Drouhard Jewelers School a hidden gem in Mansfield
MANSFIELD – Attached to a small, unassuming house right off the interstate near Mansfield, the nation’s finest jewelers are being trained. Yet, most local residents aren’t even aware of it. That’s because Drouhard National Jewelers School receives so much attention within the jeweler world across the country, they see no need for local advertising. Instead […]
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OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital unveils forensics expansion
MANSFIELD – Victims of crime now have a dedicated safe space within OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital thanks to the expansion of the hospital’s Forensics Department. OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital was recently awarded $112,000 by the Office of the Ohio Attorney General to expand the hospital Forensics Department, which provides 24/7 services for victims of sexual assault. The […]
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10 Under 40 awardees paint bright future for Richland County
MANSFIELD – Richland County more hopeful about the future than ever before thanks to a group of dedicated crusaders, with this year’s recipients of the 10 Under 40 awards leading the way. “We have between us a crusader mentality, and it’s because of who we are. We’re doing work that matters,” said Tim Hilterman a […]
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Galion comes together for homeless man and puppy
GALION – What started as a simple inquisition about a man familiar to the Galion area has turned into a coordinated community effort to help one of their own. Members of the Galion community Facebook group “GALION GARAGE SALES” asked on Sunday, who is the man they often see sitting outside the Circle K? “People […]
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Shelby Schools make second attempt to pass renewal levy
SHELBY – Shelby City Schools has a renewal levy on the ballot for the second time this year, meaning a second chance to help maintain school services without raising taxes. The district’s ballot issue on the Nov. 8 election asks for a renewal of a 4.5 mills tax levy for five years, with emergency requirements. […]
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Sheriff candidates clash on budget, drugs at debate
MANSFIELD — A discussion on honor and integrity triggered the most heated exchange between Richland County’s two candidates for sheriff during a debate Thursday evening. Democratic challenger Matt Mayer has repeatedly said through previous interviews and campaigning that he wants to restore “honor and integrity” to the sheriff’s office. Republican incumbent, Sheriff Steve Sheldon, called […]