LEXINGTON — Plans for a new Lexington elementary school are shifting westward. The architecture firm chosen for Lexington Local Schools’ new PreK-6th grade building has recommended locating the building at the current Western Elementary site at 385 W. Main St. “When the architects came in, they had some concerns about where we were intending — either […]
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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Richland County Youth and Family Council collecting socks, underwear for kids in need
MANSFIELD — Michelle Miller said she has seen far too many children wearing dirty socks for days because it’s all they have. That’s why the director of Richland County Youth and Family Council decided to put out a call for community donations. The agency is accepting donations of new socks and underwear for people 21 and […]
Posted inCommunity Development
Richland County Land Bank to sell Ocie Hill property to senior housing developer
MANSFIELD — A new affordable senior housing development could be on its way to the corner of Harker and Bowman streets. The Richland County Land Bank board voted unanimously Wednesday to pursue an agreement with Völker to sell two lots to the Wisconsin-based developer. The lots include 455 and 445 Bowman street, where the former Ocie […]
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Mansfield City Schools director honored by Ohio School Safety Center
MANSFIELD — Andrea Moyer is a master of details. Whether it’s making sure there’s a plan in place for every scenario or coordinating with local police to make sure children are safe on their walk to school, student safety is always at the top of her mind. The director of school improvement and safety for Mansfield […]
Posted inLife and Culture
Picnic with Pops allows incarcerated men to celebrate Father’s Day with family
MANSFIELD — The little girl sat in her father’s lap, his left arm holding her steady. Her light brown curls rested on his shoulder as he colored the stripes of a seashell with a blue marker. Another dad tossed an orange foam football with his son in the yard. They both smiled and exchanged light-hearted […]
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Kitts Hill native Olivia Fosson crowned Miss Ohio 2025
MANSFIELD — After being crowned Miss Ohio, there was one person Olivia Fosson couldn’t wait to tell. But news had already reached Carl Dickess, lovingly known as Grampsy. Fosson’s mother called home not long after her coronation, but an uncle had beaten them both to the punch. “Pack your bags,” she told him. “We’re going to […]
Posted inSolutions
Locked & unloaded: safe storage could curb firearm deaths in children
MANSFIELD — Gerald Skrumbellos knows the toll firearms can have in the hands of children. A friend’s brother died from an accidental gunshot wound around age 13. So when he stopped by the hospital and was offered a free handgun lock box, he decided to take it. OhioHealth hospitals across the state have been distributing free […]
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Seifert, LaEace take preliminary awards during Miss Ohio competition
MANSFIELD — Caitlin Seifert’s joyful triumph was undeniable Thursday night. The Niles native clinched a preliminary talent award with her baton twirling routine to “Don’t Stop Me Now” during the first night of the Miss Ohio 2025 competition. “It feels so amazing. I’ve been competing for a long time and this is my first time winning […]
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Storage wars: Residents, property owner debate mini warehouses in Ontario
ONTARIO — Mini warehouses were a major topic of discussion during a public hearing Wednesday at Ontario City Council. Lawmakers are set to vote in July on a proposed amendment to the city’s zoning code that would allow mini warehouses, or storage units, as a conditionally permitted use in the city’s business districts. Landowner Troy Nash […]
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Meet Richland County’s four Miss Ohio contestants
MANSFIELD — Mark your calendars — the Miss Ohio competition begins Wednesday night at the Renaissance Theater. Almost 30 young women will compete for the title of Miss Ohio, along with 18 vying for the title of Miss Ohio Teen. This year, four contestants from Richland County will grace the Miss Ohio stage. Richland Source spoke […]