MANSFIELD, Ohio — School’s back in session for students at The Ohio State University at Mansfield and North Central State College. To help the students learn about the different opportunities in which they could get involved and about the local resources available to them, an involvement and community fair was held Tuesday at the campus. […]
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Trimble Road improvements to pave way for economic development
MANSFIELD, Ohio — South Trimble Road between Marion Avenue and Cook Road will undergo major improvements in 2016, likely in late summer. The approximately $5 million project involves widening that stretch of road from two lanes to four, with a fifth turning lane added at the intersections. City Engineer Bob Bianchi said that based on […]
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U.S. Rep. Bob Gibbs visits Avita Ontario
ONTARIO, Ohio — U.S. Rep. Bob Gibbs is intrigued by the union of a medical facility and mall complex, describing it as an “economic driver.” “It’s an interesting concept–tying a healthcare system in with a mall. And I know some malls around the country are looking at this model to see how it works because […]
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Richland County Park District celebrates 50 years this weekend
MANSFIELD, Ohio — In celebration of the Richland County Park District’s 50th anniversary, Gorman Nature Center on Saturday offered visitors various activities to enjoy, with more on tap for Sunday. Included on the schedule were different hikes, such as the reptile and amphibian hike; presentations; a prairie walk, and a “nighttime wonders” program. Sunday, there […]
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Strutt Your Mutt draws dog lovers to fairgrounds
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Linda Sexton could hardly contain her excitement Saturday during the 13th annual Strutt Your Mutt Canine Festival at the Richland County Fairgrounds. “This is like Christmas for me,” she said. An employee of the Humane Society of Richland County, Sexton said it’s neat to reunite with dogs who were once housed in […]
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Tenth Avenue North coming to Mansfield this fall
MANSFIELD, Ohio – Tenth Avenue North, a contemporary Christian music group, will perform at Mansfield Christian School (MCS) on Friday, Oct. 9 at 7 p.m. Tickets, which are available now, cost $15 for general admission and $25 for “gold circle” admission, which gives attendees backstage access to meet with the performers. Tickets may be purchased […]
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Park Avenue to be resurfaced
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Park Avenue between Home Road and the “subway” at the U.S. Route 42 split will be resurfaced starting late next week, officials said Thursday during a press conference. Paving will be done at night, from 7 p.m. – 6 a.m., so that the least number of drivers are impacted, Mayor Tim Theaker […]
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Municipal building to see some layout changes
MANSFIELD, Ohio — Legislation approved by Mansfield City Council Tuesday night at their regular meeting will cause a few changes at the municipal building in terms of layout. Council approved Bill 15-198, which transfers appropriations in the amount of $51,800.12 from the general fund non-departmental transfers out classification to the general fund maintenance operations contractual […]
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179th dedicates ‘Spirit of Shelby’ aircraft
MANSFIELD, Ohio — In keeping with tradition, the 179th Airlift Wing dedicated another one of its aircraft to a local community–this time recognizing the City of Shelby. A dedication ceremony was held Thursday afternoon at the 179th Airlift Wing, drawing attendance from several Shelby officials. A total of eight C-130 Hercules aircraft exist at the […]
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Ontario board extends superintendent’s contract another 4 years
ONTARIO, Ohio — Lisa Carmichael will remain superintendent of the Ontario Local School District for the next five years. Her contract, which was slated to expire July 31, 2016, was amended to reflect a succeeding term commencing Aug. 1, 2016 through July 31, 2020. The Ontario Local Schools Board of Education approved a resolution to […]