BELLVILLE — A general operating levy is up for renewal in the Village of Bellville on Nov. 5 when voters will be asked to re-approve a 3-mill, five-year property tax issue. Funds from the tax constitute approximately 15 percent of the village’s general fund, according to village fiscal officer Amanda Perry. Perry said the funds help […]
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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The secret is out: Mansfield Fire Museum celebrates 30 years
MANSFIELD — For years, volunteers have called the Mansfield Fire Museum a hidden gem. Now, they’re ready to shed that reputation. “This museum is known as Mansfield’s best kept secret, but we don’t like that,” said Steve Allen, a volunteer there since 2019. “We don’t want it to be a secret. We want it to be […]
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Lexington Village Council seeks applicants for vacant seat
LEXINGTON — Lexington is looking for a new village council member. Councilman Adam Gongwer submitted his resignation Monday. Gongwer recently accepted the position of safety service director for the city of Ontario and will move out of the village this week. Gongwer said Ontario officials gave him six months to find a residence in the […]
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Jason Guilliams to step down from Bellville village council
BELLVILLE — The longest-serving member of Bellville’s current village council is stepping down. Guilliams submitted a letter to Bellville officials last week, stating he intends to resign effective Dec. 31. He told his colleagues he’s stepping down to take a career opportunity out-of-state. “It has been one of the greatest privileges of my life to serve […]
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Ohio cybersecurity officials develop programs for students, small businesses
EDITOR’S NOTE: This article is one of two about a recent cybersecurity fireside chat held at the Ohio State University’s Mansfield campus. To read the other story, which focuses on practical tips for individuals, click here. MANSFIELD — In a world where nearly everything is digitized, Kirk Herath will tell you cybersecurity threats are inevitable. […]
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Altrusa First Read to Succeed gives free books to young readers
OLIVESBURG — “Are you a professional reader?” The question, posed by a first grade student at Crestview Elementary School, brought a smile to Lori Sjostedt’s face. “Well, I am actually,” Sjostedt replied. As a real estate agent, Sjostedt reads through listings and contracts on a regular basis. But on Tuesday afternoon, she was doing a […]
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Ohio’s top cybersecurity experts offer tips to combat hackers
MANSFIELD — Kirk Herath has bad news for TikTok fans. “There’s a reason we won’t let it on state assets,” said Herath, the chairman of CyberOhio. “It’s basically spyware. It tracks you.” Herath visited Ohio State University’s Mansfield campus Wednesday. He gave a fireside chat along with Mark Bell, cybersecurity outreach coordinator for the Ohio Adjutant […]
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Here’s your comprehensive guide to fall fun in Richland County
“I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” — L. M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables MANSFIELD — You have no excuse to be bored during the month of October. Whether you’re into pumpkin spice or apple donuts, craft shows or craft beers, harvest festivals or Halloween — there’s tons to […]
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Fall into fun: Check out these can’t-miss Richland County craft shows & festivals
RICHLAND COUNTY — Golden leaves and pumpkin spice lattes may be the most obvious harbingers of fall, but don’t forget about the season’s craft shows. Whether you’re looking for rustic fall decor or getting an early start on your holiday shopping, there’s plenty of options in October. The final installment of the 2024 Bellville Street Mart […]
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Mansfield City Schools puts combined income, property tax issue on ballot
MANSFIELD — If you think the presidential election is the only big issue on the ballot this year, think again. Voters in Richland County will have plenty of issues and candidates to decide on — including a new combined income and property tax levy for Mansfield City Schools. The proposed levy would include a 1-percent tax […]