It’s no secret that life looks a little different now than it did before. We’re working from our living rooms, homeschooling our kids, hosting drive-by graduation ceremonies and donning face masks to go to the grocery store. At Richland Source, we’re working hard to keep you informed and capture the essence of what life is […]
Katie Ellington, Staff Reporter
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Plymouth launches 7-acre solar field
PLYMOUTH — After 18 months of planning and preparations, the village of Plymouth is officially on the solar grid. Village officials held a formal ribbon cutting Friday, two weeks after the grid went online. “I haven’t seen any cons. There’s a myriad of pros — all the green energy, the savings to the village,” Village […]
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Bo Lacey growing and building on founder’s legacy
ASHLAND — If Charles Lacey could see the company he founded, he would be amazed. Bo Lacey, formerly Bo Lacey Construction, is a full service general contractor serving primarily Richland and Ashland counties. Over the course of three decades, the thriving business has survived a recession, a housing market crash and the tragic death of […]
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Gioninos donates pizza to local corrections officers
MANSFIELD — Sometimes a simple act of kindness can make a big difference. For the officers at the Richland County Jail, that kindness came in the form of gooey cheese and sizzling pepperoni. Sgt. Chris Plantz, Sgt. Kristin Gillis and Lt. Katina Douglas grinned underneath their masks late Thursday morning, as they waited outside the […]
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Ontario continues with fireworks plans for Fourth of July
ONTARIO — Ontario plans to host its Fourth of July firework show, Mayor Randy Hutchinson told city council Wednesday evening. Hutchinson said the fireworks are currently scheduled and will take place as long as the state standards can be met. “We’re still moving ahead with the fireworks. I know some cities have stopped it but […]
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Richland County Foundation celebrates 75th anniversary of community giving
MANSFIELD — The Richland County Foundation used an unconventional method Wednesdasy to celebrate its 75th anniversary Wednesday — via Zoom and Facebook Live. “Today was supposed to be a celebration of 75 years of service to Richland County,” said Brady Groves, president of the Richland County Foundation. “I’m positive that we have continued with the […]
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Dulce Amor serves up Mexican sweets
MANSFIELD — Richland County has its fair share of Mexican restaurants, ice cream parlors and coffee shops. But Lexington Avenue’s newest eatery, Dulce Amor, might be the first to combine all three. Dulce Amor opened April 24 at 1350 Lexington Avenue. It’s a family business, owned and operated by Jesus, Luis and Natalia Davalos and […]
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5-year forecast projects increased debt for Mansfield City Schools
MANSFIELD — Finances dominated the discussion during Tuesday’s meeting of the Mansfield City school board. Interim treasurer Jill Smith gave an overview of the five-year forecast, which projected the district will continue spending more than it brings in over the next five years. Mansfield City Schools Five Year Forecast, May 2020 Smith predicted the district’s […]
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Ontario Schools predicts drop in state, local revenues
ONTARIO — Ontario Local Schools won’t be making major spending cuts over the next few years, but the district might have to dip into its savings due to shortfalls in state foundation funding. Treasurer Randy Harvey reviewed his estimates of the district’s financial future during a May 12 school board meeting. Harvey noted that his five-year […]
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Mansfield couple launches mobile coffee shop
MANSFIELD — The idea for Dave Strausbaugh and Britni Harp’s newest venture came together slowly, with multiple aspects of their lives playing a part. The married couple’s mobile coffee shop, Frenchie Roast, reflects their shared entrepreneurial spirit, passion for travel and even their love for their two bulldogs. “The name is a play on words,” […]