MANSFIELD, Ohio — Brothers Jerry and Cole Rose share more than the same last name–they share a history of drug use that haunted their lives for about 20 years before they both sought treatment at Mansfield Urban Minority Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Outreach Program (UMADAOP). The Mansfield natives began using drugs around the same time–Jerry […]
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SterrySong helps provide instruments to students who can’t afford them
LEXINGTON, Ohio — Grade school students who are interested in learning music but can’t afford an instrument can find assistance from the nonprofit organization SterrySong. Established by Lexington resident Roger Sterry with the help of his daughters Hannah and Gabriella, SterrySong’s goal is to ensure that everyone who has a love for music has the […]
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Local law enforcement officers make little girl’s day
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Two local law enforcement officers made a little girl’s day last month. While eating lunch at Athens Greek Restaurant in downtown Mansfield with her mother Melissa Berkshire, 4-year-old Makena Berkshire couldn’t help but notice two law enforcement officers, Sgt. Brad Henderson with the Richland County Sheriff’s Office and Patrolman Keith Swisher with […]
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Shop Hop brings life to downtown, features grand opening of ‘Little Ren’ stage
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Downtown Mansfield came alive with excitement Friday night for the First Friday Shop Hop. Held monthly, the Shop Hop often involves several downtown businesses, many of which hold unique events, provide live entertainment and/or offer specials to patrons. This month’s Shop Hop was no exception. Taking center stage at Little Buckeye Children’s […]
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Ontario Schools raises over $5,000 for United Way
ONTARIO, Ohio — When presented with an opportunity to help others, students and staff at Ontario Local Schools never hesitate to provide assistance. They showed their overwhelming support when two students, Cameron Friend and Bronson Radebaugh, were diagnosed with cancer by holding a number of fundraisers and benefits. “Our school in the last seven or […]
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Community prays for students, schools in wake of bomb threats
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Hand in hand, members of the community stood together at the Central Park Gazebo Thursday evening, praying that God would bless the local youth, schools, law enforcement and the community. The prayer vigil, coordinated by Associate Minister Ronald Moton Sr. of Oasis of Love Church, took place in light of the recent […]
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Land bank awarded for efficiency in reducing blight
MANSFIELD, Ohio — The Richland County Land Reutilization Corporation was recently awarded $500,000 in Neighborhood Initiative Program funds for its efficiency in reducing blight in the community. The RCLRC, which oversees the county land bank, is a nonprofit, government-purposed entity tasked to strategically acquire blighted properties and return them to productive use through sale to […]
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D&D Emulsions eyes expansion plans
MANSFIELD, Ohio — D&D Emulsions, Inc. has plans to expand its operations. Charles Dawson, president of D&D Emulsions, touched on those plans briefly at the Mansfield City Streets Committee meeting Tuesday night. Located at 270 Park Avenue East, the company owns five lots of property on East Second Street and is asking council to approve […]
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Mansfield council passes home protection bill
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Mansfield City Council, in a 5-3 vote, approved the Mansfield Home Value and Family Protection Act on Tuesday night. The measure is meant to protect property owners from business activity that has not been approved by the city. When first discussing this bill in a September council meeting, Law Director John Spon […]
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Wheeler family thankful for community’s support
GALION, Ohio — The support shown to the Wheeler family over the past week has left them in awe. “The community has just been amazing,” said Tom Wheeler, the father of 12-year-old Melanie who was recently diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. Wednesday evening, members of the community flocked to Heise Park to welcome […]