MADISON TOWNSHIP — Norman Johnson, 90, knows the secret to maintaining a healthy marriage: sharing a kiss, or what he calls “mouth-to-mouth resuscitation,” with one’s spouse every morning and every evening. “We kiss good morning and we kiss good night — that’s what keeps the love alive,” he said of his 70-year marriage with Lucinda, […]
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Benefit on Feb. 26 supports Shelby boy with rare genetic disease
SHELBY — Bright blues peak up toward the ceiling under blonde tendrils of hair. Sucking on a bottle in his little lounge chair, Camden Fuller seems like any other 17-month-old child. The truth is, Camden is unable to roll, crawl or stand without assistance because of a rare disease known as spinal muscular atrophy. […]
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Mansfield explores idea of creating bicycle cooperative
MANSFIELD — Community members are exploring the idea of creating a bicycle cooperative in Mansfield. Resident Bill Baker said he was approached by several individuals interested in the idea of forming a community bicycle co-op — a place where people can learn about repairing bicycles, find used parts and even used bicycles for sale. A […]
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VOA exploring options for female re-entry program
MANSFIELD — A decision has yet to be reached regarding the future of Volunteers of America’s residential re-entry program for women, according to Communications Manager Stephanie Aubill. One thing is certain: it can no longer operate at its current location, 280 N. Main St., because of a deed restriction violation. According to a declaration of […]
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Mansfield artist shares his gift with DreamWorks’ big hits
MANSFIELD — Sometimes, you just know what you want, and for Shawn Finley, that was to become an artist. The Mansfield native started writing and illustrating stories as early as grade school. Now, the 49-year-old has an impressive collection of pieces under his belt, having done such picture book adaptations as “Baby Po,” “Madagascar” and […]
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Community shows support to Brigitte Coles and her battle against cancer
MANSFIELD — Strong. Kind. Community-minded. Those are just a few words used to describe WMFD-TV news anchor Brigitte Coles. Dozens of community members gathered at the Grotto Hall on Saturday to show their support to Coles, who underwent open heart surgery Wednesday to have a tumor removed. Coles was diagnosed with Spindle Cell Sarcoma, a […]
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Springmill Learning Center hosts 80 Richland, Crawford students on Science Saturday
MANSFIELD — Around 80 students from Richland and Crawford counties spent their Saturday morning at school–and didn’t seem to mind. In fact, they appeared to enjoy themselves. Students in grades three through eight and their family members participated in hands-on activities at Springmill Learning Center for the first “Science Saturday” of the year. Activities were […]
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200 local Boy Scouts put to the test during annual Klondike Derby
MANSFIELD — Approximately 200 area Boy Scouts braved the elements Saturday during the Klondike Derby at the Richland Rural Life Center. This annual event, conducted by the Johnny Appleseed Trail District, Buckeye Council, Boy Scouts of America, tests scouts’ knowledge and skills in 13 interactive challenges that range from first aid, fire building, log saw, […]
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Sterkel Park receives $60,000 grant for improvements
MANSFIELD — Sterkel Park will get a facelift thanks to a $60,000 Sterkel Fund grant. The grant money will enable the Mansfield Parks Department to hire a park planner to design and create a new layout and ideas for Sterkel Park. One idea is to add some walking/running trails. According to Mark Abrams, parks […]
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UPDATE: Mansfield roads resurfacing schedule released
MANSFIELD — The city of Mansfield has updated its list for roads to be resurfaced this year. See the full list below (be sure to click to see the each page). Resurfacing The street resurfacing program is split into two phases. Phase one covers 10.4 miles in wards one, two and three. Phase two consists […]