MANSFIELD — Mansfield, and a number of Richland County communities, have decided to change the date and time of Trick or Treat due to inclement weather predicted for Thursday night. City-wide Trick or Treat in Mansfield is now scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 31, from 2:30 to 4 p.m. “This will hopefully provide a more enjoyable […]
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United Way of Richland County celebrates centennial with $1.4 million fundraising goal
MANSFIELD — For 100 years, United Way of Richland County has been a force for good in the community. The non-profit organization celebrated its centennial and jumpstarted a new fiscal year Tuesday with its annual kick-off campaign, held drive-in style in the back parking lot of the Renaissance theater. Centennial campaign chair Rick Taylor acknowledged […]
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Badnell & Pscholka-Gartner battle for probate judge seat
MANSFIELD — If you ever get married, adopt a child, change your name, claim an inheritance, write a will or care for an elderly parent, you may find yourself in probate court. It’s one of the most diverse courts in the system. This year, voters will choose a new Richland County Probate Court Judge. […]
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COVID-19 hits three Crawford County nursing homes
GALION — The high incidence of COVID-19 in Crawford County is impacting the young and old alike, with outbreaks taking place at social gatherings, nursing facilities and homes. The Galion City Health Department and nursing home administrators confirmed Monday that 46 residents and staff have tested positive during an outbreak at Mill Creek Nursing and […]
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Here are Trick or Treat days & times in Richland County
Note: Multiple trick-or-treat times have been changed due to weather. Please click here for an updated schedule. MANSFIELD — Ghastly goblins and creepy clowns Heroes and princesses all gather round Collecting candy is their task and never a better year for a mask. No matter what village, city or town You’ll find this year’s schedule if […]
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Tito’s brings Korean-Mexican fusion to Lexington
LEXINGTON — Dan Lew and Jesus Davalos are no strangers to the local restaurant scene. Lew began his career in the restaurant industry nearly 30 years ago with Paisley Park, a deli and catering service on Lexington Avenue. He later opened China Club in 2003, then transitioned his brand into downtown eatery Dan Lew Exchange. […]
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Mansfield City School board paid former administrator $383,000 to settle lawsuit
MANSFIELD — The Mansfield City School board of education agreed to pay former high school assistant principal Fuzzie Davis $383,000 to settle a wrongful termination lawsuit. The agreement was approved by the board Sept. 1, a copy of which was obtained Thursday by Richland Source through a public records request. Davis will not return to […]
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Ontario allocates CARES money for police cruisers, small businesses
ONTARIO — Ontario City Council voted Wednesday night to use CARES Act money for police cruisers, computer software and providing aid for small businesses. The city received approximately $219,000 from the third round of CARES Act funding. The city will use $136,428.34 to purchase two new “COVID cruisers” for the police department. The interior of […]
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Kingwood expands with Garden Gateway project
MANSFIELD — Kingwood Center Gardens has been one of Mansfield’s most distinctive destinations for years, but director Chuck Gleaves believes the estate’s new Garden Gateway will take it to the next level. Gleaves has been dreaming of adding a visitor center since his early days as director — more than 20 years ago. “We want […]