The Ontario boys’ soccer team is on a hot streak, claiming three consecutive wins from the recent matches against Sandusky, St. Peter’s, and Loudonville. The Warriors now hold a 3-4 record. In their non-league match against the Loudonville Redbirds on Tuesday evening, sophomore Erik Klimczynski scored three goals and fellow teammate Lenell Shelby picked up […]
Emily Johnson, Staff Reporter
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Combined efforts manage wildlife safety at the Mansfield airport
Managing and maintaining a safe and secure environment at the Mansfield Lahm Regional Airport doesn’t involve just planes, runways, and air space; airbase safety extends to wildlife, as well. Wildlife incidents cost U.S. civil aviation over $700 million and cause more than 550,000 hours of aircraft downtime every year. Given that, the Mansfield Lahm Regional […]
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Tygers stomp out the Flames
The Mansfield Senior Tygers dominated their home court Monday evening in their volleyball match against the Mansfield Christian Flames. During the first set, the Lady Flames sizzled, maintaining a 2-3 point margin over the Tygers for the first part of the match. However, the Tygers intensified their play and managed a 12-12 tie, ultimately pulling […]
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Richland County Sheriff’s Dept practice vehicle pursuits
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department convened at the Richland County Fairgrounds’ racetrack to practice vehicle pursuit operations last week. All law enforcement personnel were required to attend the eight-hour training session that included a review of policy and procedure and hands-on driving activity. “It’s not just learning why and how we do things, but also physically […]
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Ramming up support for the Madison wrestling team
In an effort to raise funds for the Madison wrestling program, the Madison wrestling craft show and fundraiser was held Saturday, and drew many Ram supporters and craft enthusiasts. The event was held at the Eastbrook Center in Mansfield. Amy Cox, a wrestling parent and one of the organizers of the event stated, “A couple of […]
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Strutt Your Mutt supporting good cause
Tails wagged, slobber fell, and smiles spread at the 11th annual Strutt Your Mutt Dog Walk and Canine Festival Saturday at the Richland County Fairgrounds. Hundreds convened with their furry friends to not only fellowship with other dog enthusiasts and check out the various shows and performances, but also to show their support for the […]
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Give your Buckeye blood
Already a month in to the fourth annual “Give Your Buckeye Blood” campaign, the American Red Cross still offers people the opportunity the satisfaction of participating in a cause that saves lives, along with the chance to win Ohio State University (OSU) football tickets. This fall region-wide blood donor campaign in Central Ohio Blood Services […]
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United Way campaign off to a record-breaking start
The United Way of Richland County is making headway in its 93rd annual campaign, quadrupling the previous year’s numbers at this time from $53,000 to its current standing of $234,277.36. “We’re very excited about the start we’re off to. It tells me about the community’s enthusiasm and their willingness to give could,” said Executive Director Bob […]
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Cosby Educational Heritage Center highlights wealth of history
In accordance with the name of the county, Richland County possesses a rich history, especially as it relates to African American heritage. One interesting feature of this county deals with the Underground Railroad—a network of secret passages and safe houses that helped thousands of African American slaves reach freedom in the north over 150 years […]
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Area agencies bolstering economic development
Whether it’s trying to find one, or trying to improve one, jobs are a common concern among many people, and with the current economic climate, obtaining the ideal job or expanding one’s business seems like an unfeasible feat. And yet, it doesn’t necessarily have to be that way. In Richland County alone, there are several […]