In the words of past Mansfield Rotary Club member Brigadier Bill McGowan, “Real courage pits a solitary figure against the world, and real heroes are most times nameless.” That quote was shared by Mike Casto, chairman of the Rotary McGowan Courage Award Committee, Tuesday morning and set the tone for the 47th annual Mansfield Rotary McGowan […]
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Ontario senior makes her mark with school newspaper
People often hope to leave a legacy, whether in work, school, or life in general—something they can be remembered by. Hayley Harding, a senior at Ontario High School, achieved this feat by helping revamp the school’s long-lost newspaper, “The Ontario Blade.” Harding entered her senior year at Ontario as a new student, an often challenging […]
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Residents called to honor law enforcement officers
To honor and remember local law enforcement officers who gave their lives while serving the community, the Mansfield Police Honor Guard held a wreath placing ceremony Monday morning. The ceremony was held in conjunction with National Police Week, which is recognized May 11 – May 17. “We offer these wreaths in honor of all those […]
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Mother and son hope to form robotics team in Mansfield area
Having experienced the program firsthand and noticed positive results, Chantal DeYoe and son Orion DeYoe are working towards establishing a FIRST Robotics Competition team called Stellar Robotics within the Mansfield area. Stellar Robotics will allow area high school students the opportunity to create robots to perform prescribed tasks against a field of competitors in a competition […]
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Aggravated robbery at Butler gas station under investigation
The Butler Police Department and Richland County Sheriff’s Office are currently investigating any leads pertaining to Tuesday night’s aggravated robbery in Butler. The robbery occurred at the Butler Duke & Duchess gas station, located at 11 W. Elm St. According to the Butler police report, a Duke & Duchess employee called 9-1-1 at approximately 11:30 […]
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Shelby resident wills over 77K to county dog shelter
Thanks to the generosity of Shelby resident, Elizabeth Haines, the Richland County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center is receiving $77,986.47 as part of her will. Attorney Jeff Ream discussed the details of Haines’ donation during the county commissioners’ regular meeting Tuesday. Ream noted, “It’s an unrestricted bequest, so there are no restrictions, dedications, or particular […]
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Car accident occurs in downtown Mansfield, minor injuries
The Mansfield Fire Department and Police Department responded to an accident scene at the intersection of Mulberry Street and Park Avenue West at approximately 11:47 a.m. this morning, when a gray Buick LeSabre and a gold Chevy Impala collided. The drivers of the vehicles received minor injuries but no medical treatment. Officer Rich Miller with […]
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St. Peter’s to showcase student artwork at Fine Arts Festival
St. Peter’s Elementary School will play host Wednesday, May 7 from 6-7:30 p.m. for the annual Fine Arts Festival. Several pieces of student artwork will be on display and refreshments will be served. Attendees can enjoy the viewing of artwork in various styles created by students, student dance, instrumental and vocal performances, and face painting. […]
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May recognized as Mental Health Month
In recognition of Mental Health Month, Mental Health and Recovery Services of Richland County honored the agency’s previous Associate Director Tom Chambers, who passed away last year, with a dedication ceremony Wednesday. The following day, county commissioners passed a proclamation, which names May as Mental Health Month. Mental Health Month has been celebrated for the […]
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Miss Ohio contestants participate in Community Service Day
The 2014 Miss Ohio contestants swapped their sashes and beauty apparel for jeans and tennis shoes on Saturday when they participated in Community Service Day. The 25 contestants convened at the United Way of Richland County building, where they were greeted by United Way Interim Executive Director Mick Rettig and heard a brief message from […]