MANSFIELD — The smell of sugar, fresh bread and almond filled the air as laughter and conversation echoed through the kitchen at St. Peter’s High School. Volunteers chopped, mixed and baked side by side, turning simple ingredients into Easter goodies — and a busy kitchen into something much deeper than a bake sale. The St. […]
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Healing on the move: Wildflower Wellness redefines therapy in Knox and surrounding counties
MOUNT VERNON — Therapy doesn’t always happen under fluorescent lights and strict appointment slots. Sometimes, it starts on a living room floor, a nursery chair or even a trip to the hair salon. Wildflower Wellness brings care directly to clients across Knox and surrounding counties, rethinking what access to therapy can look like for families, […]
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Lifting others, leading forward: Mansfield Noon Optimist Club honors students across the county
MANSFIELD — A room of over 100 guests filled Dan Lew Exchange with applause, proud smiles and big dreams Wednesday night at the Mansfield Noon Optimist Club’s fourth annual Student Appreciation Banquet. The event brought together students, families, educators and community leaders to celebrate achievement – and the character behind it. Dave Siebold, past president […]
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A career built on impact: Sherry Branham-Fonner retires after 3 decades of service
MANSFIELD — Sherry Branham-Fonner turned the page on Friday afternoon. The executive director of the Richland County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board celebrated her retirement Friday afternoon after more than three decades of service and a career built on life-changing moments. “When I became executive director in 2023, I only needed to stay through […]
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HomeGoods may be coming to Ontario just in time for the holiday season
The popular home décor retailer HomeGoods is expected to open a location in Ontario this year.
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Officials say Main St. improvement project far more than beautification effort
MANSFIELD — Aurelio Diaz said Thursday the $20.3 million Main Street Corridor Improvement Project is far more than a downtown beautification project. “It’s functionality,” said Diaz, who represents the Fifth Ward on Mansfield City Council. During a two-hour public Open House to discuss the ongoing project, Diaz pointed to aging infrastructure beneath downtown streets, where […]
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Lucas couple launches Backroads Brew coffee truck, turning a dream into reality
MANSFIELD — The smell of fresh coffee drifted through the morning air as Backroads Brew rolled into its next chapter. Sunshine lit up the lot at Huntington Bank, 1468 Lexington Ave., where The Deschners celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon cutting Thursday morning. “It’s beyond exciting,” said Katie Deschner, Backroads Brew owner. “I’m bummed […]
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Breaking barriers: Richland Newhope unveils accessible changing trailer for the community
Richland Newhope, which unveiled its new accessible changing trailer Wednesday afternoon
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Madison Township approves $4.9M budget for 2026
MADISON TOWNSHIP — Madison Township trustees approved a $4,931,544.17 budget for 2026 during a special meeting Monday afternoon. Trustee Tom Craft was unable to attend the meeting, but the remaining trustees approved it by majority vote. The new budget increases spending by $288,687.43 from last year. Trustees first passed a temporary budget in December, as […]
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Ontario City Council approves 2026 budget for $21.2M
ONTARIO — Ontario City Council approved its 2026 permanent appropriations Monday evening during a special meeting. The budget totals $21,227,596, a decrease of $116,708 from the 2025 total of $21,344,304. Fourth Ward Councilman and finance chair Jason Bilyj said the city continues to prioritize responsible spending. “Ontario always operates within its means,” he added. “That’s […]