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Madison cosmetology student takes gold in state barbering competition
MADISON TOWNSHIP — Jersey Speelman has always had a knack for styling hair. The soon-to-be graduate of Madison Comprehensive High School grew up braiding and styling her younger sister’s locks. Seeing her sibling’s excitement motivated her to pursue a career in cosmetology. “I would always curl her hair, cut her hair, style her hair,” Speelman […]
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State program offers $1K per child for education and enrichment programs
MANSFIELD — If you’re an Ohio resident and a parent, you’re likely eligible for $1,000. The state legislature recently expanded its Ohio Afterschool Child Enrichment (ACE) educational savings account program, which provides qualifying families with a $1,000 credit per child for enrichment and educational activities. For Richland County residents, that could mean piano lessons at […]
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McGowan Courage Awards recognizes tenacity and resilience of local youth
MANSFIELD — The Mansfield Rotary Club recognized some of Richland County’s most courageous and resilient teenagers during its McGowan Courage Awards ceremony earlier this week. The McGowan Courage Award was named for Brigadier Bill McGowan, who served for 40 years as Commander of the Salvation Army. McGowan created the scholarship, originally named the Mansfield Rotary […]
Posted inArea History
RichHistory weekend offers gold panning, museum discounts and a 200th birthday party
More Information After this article published, a reader informed us that the Ohio Civil War Show is also taking place this weekend at the Richland County Fairgrounds. For more information, click here. MANSFIELD — If you want to learn how to make your own butter or pan for gold, you’re in luck. RichHistory Weekend is […]
Posted inSports
Clear Fork teams host clinic for Unstoppables Youth Sports baseball players
BELLVILLE — Austin Lawrence jumped in the air. His sneakers smacked the floor as he landed, sending an echo through the middle school gym. He tossed his baseball in an upward arc while a trio of softball players cheered him on. Lawrence clutched his hands to his heart. A huge smile creased his face. The […]
Posted inElections, News
Madison school levy fails
MANSFIELD — Residents of the Madison Local school district have voted down a request for additional operating funds. The 8-mill continuous operating levy failed 1,333 to 1,821, according to final, unofficial vote tallies from the Richland County Board of Elections. The levy was the district’s first attempt at new operating funds since 1997. It would […]
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Cynthia Daley secures Democratic nomination for 4th ward council
MANSFIELD — Political newcomer Cynthia Daley is the Democratic nominee for Mansfield’s Fourth Ward council representative. Daley received 50 votes while incumbent Alomar Davenport received 18, according to final, unofficial vote totals from the Richland County Board of Elections. Both ran as write-in candidates, so their names were not listed on the ballot. A write-in […]
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Mansfield law director race too close to call
MANSFIELD — It will likely be two weeks before Mansfield knows the results of its race for city law director. Roeliff “Rollie” Harper led by a razor thin margin Tuesday night with 50.35 percent of the vote, according to final, unofficial vote totals from the Richland County Board of Elections. Harper garnered 788 votes. Christopher […]