COLUMBUS — Kids aren’t the only ones getting grades. Every fall, the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce releases its Ohio School Report Cards. These report cards rate public schools on things like student achievement, academic progress, early literacy and graduation rates. But they also provide a treasure trove of data on school finance, staffing ratios, […]
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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Sept. 21 free event celebrates Johnny Appleseed’s 250th birthday in South Park
MANSFIELD — The Richland Early American Center for History (REACH) is hosting a free event Saturday in South Park in honor of Johnny Appleseed’s 250th birthday. Festivities will include educational displays, historic demonstrations, live entertainment and vendors. It’s one of several events paying homage to the American horticulturist and folk hero in the coming weeks. […]
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GALLERY: Newsroom After Hours alt rock and indie night
MANSFIELD — September’s Newsroom After Hours concert featured live performances by Indoor Model, Hard Hat, Wanted Alien, Jonathan Hape and Jeff Ritz. In addition to a lineup of Ohio artists playing original songs, Skate Ohio brought ramps and rails and fire twirlers performed in the alley.
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See something, say something: Mansfield City student arrested for ‘terroristic threats’ against Senior High
MANSFIELD — Mansfield City Schools Supt. Stan Jefferson urged students and parents to be alert and report potential dangers after a student was arrested for threats against the high school this week. “It is essential that we all play a role in ensuring our schools remain safe places for learning,” Jefferson said. “I urge you […]
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Madison Middle School student arrested for sending threatening email
MANSFIELD — A 13-year-old boy was arrested and charged with inducing panic on Wednesday in connection with a school shooting threat against Madison Middle School. The Richland County Sheriff’s Office arrested the teen after the principal of Madison Middle School received an email from an anonymous account early Wednesday morning. The email stated the sender had […]
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Merista Brown crowned 51st Bellville Fair Queen
BELLVILLE — When asked about the best part of the fair queen competition, Merista Brown didn’t mention a shining crown or onstage victory. Instead, the camaraderie and kindness the candidates shared off-stage has been her favorite part so far. “Before we got up on stage the first time, we were all just supporting each other and […]
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GALLERY: Clear Fork marching band performs at Bellville Fair
BELLVILLE — The Bellville Street Fair cranked up on Wednesday night. Here’s a look at the Colts’ marching band.
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Newsroom After Hours offers free concert with alt, indie rock lineup
MANSFIELD — Prepare to be transported. The Newsroom After Hours series continues Friday with a jam-packed lineup of alternative and indie rock outfits — many with psychedelic stylings and thematic projects centered on journeys and fictional worlds. This week’s concert, at the basement of the Richland Source building (40 W. Fourth St.), will feature live […]
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New OSU-M dean Jason Opal wants to expand community connections
MANSFIELD — One of the first things Jason Opal did when he arrived on the Ohio State University’s Mansfield campus was order new signs. After 13 years at the prestigious McGill University in Canada, Opal said he found Buckeyes’ enthusiasm for their college refreshing. So he’s leaning into it. “I learned something about America in […]
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Bellville Fair returns on Wednesday
BELLVILLE — The oldest street fair in the state of Ohio is back. The 174th Bellville Street Fair returns to Main Street this week. Residents and visitors have plenty of classics to look forward to, from concessions and games to the Fair Queen and Junior Livestock competitions. A lineup of live music features Red Ball Jets, […]