Editor’s Note This story was written in response to a reader question submitted through our Open Source platform. Do you have a question you want our reporters to answer? Click here to submit it. SHELBY — One of Shelby’s staple businesses began liquidating inventory this week. The Shelby Marketplace IGA, formerly Cornell’s IGA Supercenter, has begun […]
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Ontario Council tables ‘divisive’ ordinance that would prohibit deer feeding
ONTARIO — Ontario City Council members unanimously voted on Wednesday to table what council president Eddie Gallo called one of the year’s most divisive pieces of legislation. “Obviously, this is a touchy subject, so I hope you’ve all given it your due diligence,” Gallo said. “There are strong opinions we’ve heard from both sides.” At-large […]
Artist Jo Westfall opening ‘Women of Mansfield in their Lighthouses’ gallery at Phoenix Brewing
MANSFIELD — Jo Westfall’s newest portrait series aims to show a number of local women how influential they are. “I can’t even count the number of women who have inspired me, empowered or even intimidated me,” she said. “Some women don’t realize that just by existing, you’re influencing me and the community.” The series is […]
Madison Twp. moving forward with storm repair & road paving projects
MADISON TOWNSHIP — Madison Township trustees finally have a full roof over their heads. Trustees moved office equipment, files and township phones to a rented space at the former Kris Radio Quality Kars and Mansfield Truck Service in May, and hosted their second meeting in the temporary space on Monday night. Trustee Jim Houser is […]
Hundreds of people attend Sluss Realty’s first Ontario Kids Festival
ONTARIO — Shaved ice and syrups were flowing freely on Saturday at Marshall Park for the first Ontario Kids Festival. Most of the festival’s activities were free or donation-based, including inflatables, rides, a petting zoo and carnival booths. A line of food trucks sold treats for people to cool off and the entertainment stage included […]
Bellville celebrates 20 years of the local Farmers Market
BELLVILLE — Teri Brenkus didn’t think her daughter’s farmers market would last more than a few weeks. “I never said no, but I told her she would need to call the health department and horticulture, and she was 10, so I thought she would lose interest,” the now-mayor said. The Bellville Farmers Market has now […]
