MANSFIELD — Mansfield Mayor Jodie Perry is well aware of the community’s cries for a public pool. While it may not happen for a few years, Perry said the city is moving in the right direction. The mayor told members of council Wednesday night officials recently met with a consultant who could conduct a feasibility study […]
Katie Ellington Serrao
Staff reporter at Richland Source since 2019. I focus on education, housing and features. Clear Fork alumna. Always looking for a chance to practice my Spanish. Got a tip? Email me at katie@richlandsource.com.
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Mansfield city council approves $1.165M for new EMS equipment
MANSFIELD — Mansfield lawmakers approved a contract Tuesday to trade in and upgrade the equipment inside the city’s ambulances, plus secure an extended warranty and maintenance agreement. Council voted 7-0 to approve a $1.165 million contract with Stryker, a medical supply company based in Chicago, at the recommendation of Chief Dan Crow of the Mansfield Fire […]
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Mansfield City Council votes to enact International Property Maintenance Code
MANSFIELD — Mansfield lawmakers voted Wednesday to adopt a new property maintenance code for residential and commercial buildings. City council, meeting a day later than normal due to Tuesday’s Election Day, voted 7-0 to add the International Property Maintenance Code to the city’s existing laws. The code is a set of regulations developed to establish minimum […]
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Land Bank seeks proposals for housing development at former YMCA site
MANSFIELD — The Richland County Land Bank is taking the next step towards development at the former YMCA. The land bank board voted Wednesday to approve a request for proposals (RFP) for the site. The RFP will be finalized and shared with developers by May 16. Submissions will be due June 20. The board aims to […]
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Mansfield Realtors Assoc. seeks sponsors for Middle Park disc golf course
MANSFIELD — Middle Park in Mansfield is getting a facelift. The Mansfield Association of REALTORS® is spearheading an effort to install a disc golf course at the park, as well as nature identification signage to educate the public on the various types of plants within the park. MAR President Robin Walker said the group received a […]
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Lucas Local Schools residents renew operating levy
LUCAS — Voters in the Lucas Local School District renewed a five-year, 6-mill operating levy Tuesday. The measure passed with support from 52.4 percent of voters in Richland and Ashland counties, according to final, unofficial vote totals from each county’s board of elections. Richland County voters cast 205 votes in favor and 191 votes against, […]
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Josh Bradley elected Ontario’s Republican mayoral candidate
ONTARIO — Ontario’s 4th Ward councilman Josh Bradley has secured his spot on the Republic ticket in the race for the city’s mayor. Bradley bested two other candidates, Mayor Kris Knapp and at-large councilman Troy Sapp, in Tuesday’s primary race. He will face off against Democrat Cody Zeigler in the November general election. Just over […]
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Mifflin couple launches special needs non-profit Zan’s Mission
MANSFIELD — Mike and Stevanie Brown know what it’s like to parent a child with special needs and wish there were more resources available. It’s their every day reality. They’re now doing something to change that reality. The Mifflin couple recently launched Zan’s Mission, a non-profit organization they hope will provide support, resources and community events […]
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Walker Woods housing development celebrates completion of first two units
MANSFIELD — A new housing development is springing up at the corner of Home and Walker Lake roads. Wedged between a cornfield and a wooded area, Walker Woods could eventually house up to 64 new homes. The first phase of construction will feature 11 duplexes on about 3.2 acres. Local officials and prospective buyers toured the […]
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New voting locations announced, Berean Baptist no longer a polling place
MANSFIELD—The Richland County Board of Elections has announced new polling locations for voters who previously cast their ballots at Berean Baptist Church. According to a release from the board, these location changes will take effect on Election Day next week and remain in place for future elections. Voters in Mansfield 1B, Mansfield 1E, Mansfield 1F, […]