Other notable individual record breakers: Kayli Ralph, 14, broke the girls 13-14 50 yard butterfly record with a time of 28.05. Abby Reynolds, 14, broke the girls 13-14 50 yard freestyle with a time of 25.32. She also broke the girls 13-14 100 yard freestyle with a time of 55.61. Ross Kuhn, 10, broke the […]
Emily Johnson, Staff Reporter
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Quack attack is back at GMAC
The Walnut Hills Ducks swept the board, earning the championship title for both the male and female teams at the Greater Mansfield Aquatic Conference (GMAC) held this week. The final scores of the combined male and female teams are as follows: Walnut Hills: 2254, Woodland: 1985, Clear Fork: 1871.5, Ashland: 1523, and the Woods: 788.5. […]
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Mansfield manufacturer making headway
Since its establishment in 1965, Warren Rupp, Inc. of Mansfield has served as one of the leading pump manufacturers in the nation. Recognized for its innovative productivity, environmentally friendly initiatives, and customer-orientated service, Warren Rupp has made headway into the 21st century. Warren Rupp has earned numerous awards and titles, including Best Plant of 2012 […]
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Commissioners pass resolutions for RCAP and Children’s Services
The Richland County Board of Commissioners passed two separate resolutions Thursday morning during their weekly board meeting. The commissioners first met with a representative of the Madison Water District and the Rural Community Assistance Program (RCAP), who together sought the authorization to apply for a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) to replace the water lines […]
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United Way campaign goal more than just a number
Each year, the United Way of Richland County releases its much-anticipated campaign during the Day of Caring. On the surface, campaigns are often reduced to a single number, but the story goes beyond the numbers. This fundraising effort contributes to the United Way’s partner agencies’ financial stability. In an unpredictable fiscal climate, those finances are […]
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Ontario football prepares for NOL switch
After 25 years of competing within the North Central Conference (NCC), Ontario athletics will now participate in the Northern Ohio League (NOL). Ontario will join six other league members: Bellevue, Norwalk, Shelby, Sandusky, Tiffin Columbian, and Willard. Newly appointed Athletic Director, Chris Miller, stated, “In conversations I’ve had with coaches and the community, it seems that […]
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New leadership welcomed at Lucas Schools
Dan Freund was welcomed to the Lucas administration staff in the familiar role of superintendent at the Lucas Board of Education meeting on Tuesday evening. As mandated by the law, Freund cannot officially start working until two months after his retirement, which began July 1. Thus, his start date at Lucas will be Sept. 1. […]
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Crestview schools keep pace with state requirements
“Crestview offers a great, well-rounded education. The teachers are willing to try new things that will hit a wide range of learners, and we’ve always had strong parent involvement, which is one of the things we pride ourselves on. Plus, there’s a community component that makes you feel welcomed when you come here,” said Crestview […]
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United Way powering, funding partnerships
United Way of Richland County website Since its establishment in 1920, the United Way of Richland County has been committed to serving the community by raising funds for local service agencies. In a challenging fiscal climate, Executive Director Robert Maxey emphasized the United Way’s invaluable service to its 24 partner agencies. “Because these agencies suffered […]
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Common Core creating a stir at Ontario Schools
Ontario faculty and board members as well as the public, discussed the new Ohio’s Teacher Evaluation System and new Common Core State Standards (CCSS) at the Ontario Board of Education meeting on Tuesday evening. Director of Operations Curt McVicker opened the discussion with a presentation about the new teacher evaluation system. McVicker explained this evaluation […]