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Former NFL player Devon McDonald visits Plymouth with positive message
The students packed in Plymouth High School’s gymnasium on Thursday morning started their day with an extra dose of inspiration, courtesy of former NFL player and motivational speaker Devon McDonald. Self-described as “optimistically real,” McDonald touched on topics such as bullying, being drug-free and alcohol-free, and suicide awareness while simultaneously preaching a positive message. His […]
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Salvation Army kicks off Red Kettle campaign
The familiar sight of red kettles accompanied by a bundled-up volunteer ringing a bell is back again this holiday season, with The Salvation Army’s kick-off of the Red Kettle campaign in Mansfield. Lt. Michelle Miller, assistant officer with The Salvation Army, said this year’s fundraising goal for the Red Kettle campaign is $130,000. Nationally, holiday […]
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Shelby Council considers reducing tax credit paid to outside municipalities
In a continued effort to sustain the city’s General Fund, Shelby City Council passed the first reading of an ordinance designed to reduce the tax credit allowed for income tax paid to other municipalities, affecting Shelby residents who work outside the city limits. However, some members of council were skeptical about advancing the ordinance in […]
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Cause still unknown in Galion fire that claimed three lives
The cause of a trailer fire at 354 Second Avenue in Galion remains under investigation by the Galion Fire Department, in conjunction with the State Fire Marshal’s office. The fire claimed the lives of its three residents: 25-year-old Jordan Stewart, 5-year-old Conner Stewart, and 3-year-old Elizabeth Stewart. An official report from the Galion Fire Department […]
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Be prepared with propane for the upcoming winter
The harsh winter months of the past year brought with them a shortage of propane throughout the region. This year, though the forecast does not call for such a severe winter, Richland County residents should be prepared in their propane supply. Emergency Management Agency (EMA) Director Mike Bailey explained the propane shortage of last winter […]
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Area Agency on Aging hosts fall tailgate fundraiser
Thursday’s light snowfall didn’t stop the tailgate action at the Area Agency on Aging, where team spirit was in full swing for the Agency’s fall fundraiser. “Who doesn’t like a tailgate party with hot dogs, chips and cookies?” said Duana Patton, CEO of the Area Agency on Aging District 5. “When you think fall you […]
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Shelby Middle School shows appreciation for local veterans
Veterans in Shelby received a homemade lunch on Tuesday afternoon, courtesy of Shelby Middle School, as students and staff honored veterans’ service and sacrifice on Veterans Day. Student council advisor Jason Siwek organized the first-time event as an alternative to the school’s normal assembly to honor veterans, and the 30 members of student council were […]
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State champion Flames celebrate victory with Mansfield Christian community
The young men of Mansfield Christian’s soccer team walked into the high school gymnasium with their heads held high Sunday afternoon, where they were introduced as the first state championship soccer team in the history of Mansfield Christian and Richland County. A crowd of family, friends and fans welcomed the team with a rousing and […]
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Livestrong Spirit Award presented to Shelby resident Jack Gray
Local cancer survivor and advocate in the war on cancer Jack Gray was recently presented a national award from the Livestrong Foundation. On Oct. 18, 2014, Gray was presented with the Livestrong Spirit Award at a dinner held in Austin, Texas – almost ten years later to the day he received a phone call informing […]