Joyce Ann (Mitchell) Wheaton, age 91, of Mansfield, passed away Sunday, August 14, 2022, while in the care of Liberty Nursing Center. She was born August 13, 1931, in Mansfield to the late Forrest and Clara (Moore) Mitchell. She graduated from Madison High School in 1949 where she met the love of her life, James […]
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John R. Withrow
John R. Withrow, 30, of Mansfield, passed away on Saturday, August 20, 2022. John was born October 26, 1991, in Mansfield, to Douglas E. and Denise M. (Sprutte) Withrow. John enjoyed doing many things. He loved video games, movies and going to the movie theater, going out to eat, receiving gift cards, bowling, airplanes, and […]
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BCI seizes 1,000 firearms, 140,000 rounds of ammo at Knox Co. shooting site
MONROE TOWNSHIP — The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) has seized more than 1,000 firearms and over 140,000 rounds of ammunition from the Monroe Township property where brothers Randy A. Wilhelm and Bradley L. Wilhelm were shot and killed by law enforcement Saturday morning, according to a press release issued by the agency Monday. […]
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Avita Ontario Hospital earns 5-star quality rating
ONTARIO – Avita Ontario Hospital has earned a 5-star quality rating by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). This is the highest rating and reflects the best performance. “We reached the CMS 5-star rating for quality of care because of the hard work, diligence, and dedication of our staff. We are so proud […]
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Richland Source introduces new business reporter, Grace McCormick
Editor’s NoteGrace McCormick is the new business reporter at Richland Source. She will also be covering Ontario City Council and Madison Township Trustees. If you have a tip on any of these topics, Grace can be reached at Grace@RichlandSource.com I’ve known I wanted to write for a living since I was about 8 years old. […]
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Letter to the Editor: Stop price gouging now
All of us are pleased to see the price of gasoline falling. Yet, hardworking Ohio families still struggle to meet monthly expenses. Big corporations are posting eye-popping profits, yet prices go up, not down. Whether urban or rural, old or young, black or white, we deserve an economy that works for everyone, not one that […]
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UPDATED: Survivor of Golden Gate Bridge Suicide attempt to speak at the Ren. on Sept. 24
MANSFIELD — The Richland County Mental Health & Recovery Services Board and 33 Forever will be sponsoring a public talk by Kevin Hines at the Renaissance Theater on Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. In 2000, Hines attempted suicide when he jumped off the Golden Gate Bridge. Hines miraculously survived and now travels the world sharing […]
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Section of N. Diamond St. closed through Aug. 26 in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — Due to water tap installation, the City of Mansfield has announced it will be necessary to close sections of the following roads while work is being completed. North Diamond Street from East Fourth Street to East Fifth Street. The road has been closed is set to re-open Wednesday Aug. 26, 2022 by the […]
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Section of Bowman St. closed through Aug. 25 in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — Due to storm line repairs, the City of Mansfield will close the following road while repairs are being completed. Bowman Street from West Third Street to West Fourth Street. The road has been closed and is expect to reopen Aug. 25, 2022. Construction signs will be posted at the work site. Traffic is […]
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Beyond Black & White Episode 3: How has COVID impacted our students
Editor’s NoteThis is the third part in this series, featuring St. Peter’s history teacher Roy Shoulders and Richland Source editor Larry Phillips discussing a variety of topics. Episode I, detailing Shoulders history as St. Peter’s first Black teacher was published on July 22. Episode II, detailing guns and school safety, was published on Aug. 2. Episode IV, detailing […]