MANSFIELD — Alia Ross of Mansfield knew she wanted to breastfeed her daughter Novaline. What she didn’t expect is that she’d help feed thousands of other babies. After years of trying to start a family, Ross gave birth to a healthy baby girl last summer. She soon found her body produced more milk than Novaline […]
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 Schools to host Peace on My Block fair
MANSFIELD — Creating a culture of peace doesn’t happen overnight. That’s why Tom Hager wants to reinforce a year’s worth of lessons with one final push. Mansfield City Schools will host its first Peace on My Block Fair Community Fair on May 16 at Arlin Field. The event will be aimed at the district’s kindergarten through […]
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Tomorrow’s Talent: A special reporting project by Richland & Ashland Source
MANSFIELD — Do you know any parents of teenagers who are wringing their hands over the cost of college? Perhaps they’re asking themselves, “Is a post-secondary education really worth it?” Or, “Is it possible to get a college degree without the burden of lifelong debt?” Maybe you know a business owner or manager who has lamented […]
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Mohican Wildlife Weekend highlights region’s natural recreation spots
MANSFIELD — From night hikes to planetarium presentations and birding boat tours, there’s something for everyone during this year’s Mohican Wildlife Weekend. Mohican Wildlife Weekend is an annual event highlighting the Greater Mohican Area located in Ohio’s Ashland and Richland Counties. Special programs feature the area’s abundant wildlife, vast recreation opportunities and diverse natural resources. Program […]
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Open Source: Where can I recycle my eclipse glasses?
MANSFIELD — Ohio won’t experience another total solar eclipse until 2099. If you don’t anticipate being around to watch, you may be tempted to toss your eclipse glasses in the trash. But solar eclipses are actually quite common, with two to three occurring each year in some part of the world. According to the American Astronomical […]
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Mobile Workforce Day drives career awareness at Clear Fork
BELLVILLE — Austin McCune isn’t quite sure what the future holds after graduation. But after Friday’s Mobile Workforce Day at Clear Fork High School, McCune is more aware of his options. “I’ve learned about a bunch of job opportunities I didn’t really know about before,” he said. “I’ll be looking for a job after school’s […]
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Time for a Change: Diaper Bank connects area families with crucial resource
MANSFIELD — Debbie Schenk stood in the basement of St. Peter’s Church, chatting with friends as she counted 15 disposable diapers and bundled them in clear plastic cling wrap. More than a dozen women, mostly retirees, gathered Monday morning to undertake a massive task. They sorted and separated 13,500 diapers into packs of 15 to 25. […]
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Forney resigns as interim treasurer of Mansfield City Schools
MANSFIELD — Judy Forney can no longer be two places at once. The interim treasurer of Mansfield City Schools submitted her 30-day resignation notice to the board of education on March 27. Forney was hired as Mansfield’s interim treasurer in December through a shared service agreement with Mount Vernon City Schools, where she works as a […]
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Clear Fork selects John Thomas as interim superintendent
BELLVILLE — John Thomas will be the next leader of Clear Fork Valley Local Schools. The Clear Fork school board voted 4-0 Tuesday to hire Thomas as interim superintendent with a start date of Aug. 1. The board also approved a consulting contract with Thomas so he can immediately begin working with the district during […]
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Mansfield City Schools considers 2 finalists for athletic director position
MANSFIELD — The hiring committee for Mansfield City Schools’ new athletic director (AD) has narrowed the field to two candidates, school board president Chris Elswick told Richland Source Monday. Director of Personnel Mark Wilcheck confirmed those two finalists are Michael Becker and Mark Oppenheimer. Mansfield City Schools has been without a full-time AD since the district […]