MANSFIELD — Sherman Elementary School celebrated “Right to Read Week” with a variety of exciting, engaging activities. The goal was to help students grow their love of reading. Robin Burkhardt, Sherman Elementary’s librarian, said that Dr. Suess Week started the excitement, beginning with activities back in March. Burkhardt was eager to share her joy for […]
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Western Elementary’s ‘respectful, responsible and ready’ students enjoy Ohio Bird Sanctuary visit
LEXINGTON — Shelly Knapp’s first grade students sat on the gymnasium floor and watched as Abby Yates crouched down, holding a bowl of hay with a small turtle inside. The visit from Yates and several residents of the Ohio Bird Sanctuary was a reward for students’ good behavior as part of the school’s Positive Behavioral […]
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JA Inspire to Hire fair offers hands-on activities for 850+ students
ONTARIO — More than 860 students from13 schools participated in this year’s Junior Achievement Inspire to Hire career fair at the Richland County Fairgrounds.
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Auer Towing & Recovery expands to Mansfield, offering 24/7 roadside services
MANSFIELD — Towing is a business people never want to think about until they need it. “That’s our biggest thing, and I think why we’re getting recognized more now, is because we strive for showing that compassion and understanding,” said Auer Towing owner Megan Auer. “When people get in accidents, they’re shaken up and upset, […]
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Community Christmas choir returns with free cantata performance
MANSFIELD — A festive choral tradition is celebrating its 20th performance this year. Hope Lutheran Church’s annual Christmas Cantata returns with a free, public performance on Dec. 15 at 3 p.m at Madison Middle School. A reception with Christmas cookies will follow. This annual performance is a labor of love for choral director Craig Green, who […]
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Ties for Guys: Youth and Family Council helps high school guys dress for success
MANSFIELD — The Richland County Youth and Family Council is proud to announce its first Ties for Guys event. The Ties for Guys event is aimed at helping young men in the community, specifically seniors in high school, as they prepare for their future. A big part of success is leaving a great first impression. Clothing […]
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Lexington’s Powder-Puff game raises money for local families
LEXINGTON — Monday’s comfortable temperatures provided a perfect setting for fun and good-spirited competition. Every year, Lexington High School participates in a powder-puff football game, highlighting team spirit and companionship. The students always look forward to this event, eager to create a fun and exciting display of school spirit. It’s an opportunity for them to […]
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A Night to Remember: Lucas High School honors band alumni
LUCAS — All eyes are routinely on the football team during Friday night’s game. But more than a few of those eyes were focused on the field before the regular-season finale when Lucas High School honored its band and Alumni. It was a great turnout and a fun evening for the Lucas community. The band […]
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Bellville family seeks answers on the fate of missing pit bulls
BELLVILLE — It’s been more than two weeks since Roxie and Groot, two beloved family dogs, went missing. Owner Hailey Hunnicut said she’s thankful to the community and how they have rallied behind her family — whether that be through donating signs, offering reward money, putting in hours to find them, or even spending personal time […]
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CHAP’s Richland County Baby Shower creates community connections
MANSFIELD — Thursday was a beautiful autumn day offering a crisp background for a great turnout at the annual Richland County Community Baby Shower. The event at the Mid-Ohio Conference Center was coordinated by the Community Health Access Project and Richland County Youth and Family Council. When guests arrived, they would check in at a […]