Chef Chris Jackson glided his spatula across the bottom of the pan, gently stirring the cherry cream pasta to keep the rich, creamy sauce from burning.
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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Madison school board terminates teacher Abby Radabaugh
The Madison Local school board voted Wednesday to terminate the contract of a teacher accused of improper behavior towards students.
Posted inEducation
Madison Local Schools may sell former junior high property for $244K
MADISON TOWNSHIP — Madison Local Schools is one step closer to selling the site of its former junior high school. The board of education voted Wednesday night to counter an offer to purchase the old junior high property for $244,150. Supt. Rob Peterson said the board is willing to accept that price, but wishes to […]
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No new money: Madison BOE plans renewal effort for existing levy
MADISON TOWNSHIP — Madison Local Schools district residents will again see a levy on their ballots in November. But this time, they won’t be asked for increased taxpayer dollars. The school board voted Wednesday night to pass a resolution of necessity, a procedural requirement that’s the first step in putting a levy renewal on the ballot. […]
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Scam cost Mansfield City Schools $54K in 2024
Treasurer Tammy Hamilla said the district was able to recover all but the $10,000 deductible from its liability insurance provider.
Posted inCommunity Development
From brownfield to blank slate: WestingHOUSE Party brings community back to former industrial site
MANSFIELD — Two boys and their father tossed a frisbee under a pink and blue sunset. A trio of girls ran in circles on the grass. Couples grabbed a beer and lawn chair, while friends challenged each other to a round of corn hole. The convivial atmosphere captured a similar spirit of familiarity and togetherness that […]
Posted inLife and Culture
Juneteenth festival a celebration of freedom and community pride
MANSFIELD — Juneteenth is more than a holiday for Nasir Lanier. It’s a chance to remember the past, acknowledging both the struggles and strength of generations before him. “I feel like people don’t truly understand how impactful slavery was to the country in itself,” he said. “History begins to repeat itself when people start forgetting […]
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Mansfield man killed in Saturday morning motorcycle collision
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was updated at 4:18 p.m. MANSFIELD – A 30-year-old Mansfield man died early Saturday morning in a crash involving a motorcycle and an SUV, according to the Mansfield Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Samuel Simmons was transported to Ohio Health Mansfield Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries, the […]
Posted inHousing
Richland County Land Bank kicks off home repair assistance program
Two single mothers on the southeast side of Mansfield will get help with home repairs through a new Richland County Land Bank initiative.
Posted inHousing
What’s next for former Ocie Hill site? Land Bank discusses next steps after project fails to secure funds
Richland County Land Bank Executive Director Amy Hamrick said she hasn’t given up on plans for an affordable senior housing complex on Mansfield’s north end.