GALION — Shawna Layland doesn’t try to cover up the scar that shoots down from her collarbone like a bolt of lightning. She wears it like a badge of honor. It’s a reminder of all that she’s survived and the ways she believes God brought her through. “This is my prop,” Layland said, gesturing to the […]
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.
Posted inEducation
Mansfield City planning a new Pre-K to 3rd grade building project
MANSFIELD — Supt. Stan Jefferson wants to see Mansfield City Schools grow. At a Tuesday night meeting, Jefferson told school board members the next step in that journey is a new building. The proposed facility would house preschool through 3rd grade students. “As we sit here today, we know that we are going to build […]
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Stoke Run: Skate and BMX haven reopens in Butler
BUTLER — Jude Studt had been practicing the back side big spin all day, inching closer and closer but never fully landing it. Stoke Run Action Sports Park held its first Grindhog’s Day skate contest Saturday. The best trick event had ended, but Studt kept grinding. When he finally succeeded, the gym erupted with cheers. “I […]
Posted inLife and Culture
Mansfield library hosts 34th annual Black History Celebration
MANSFIELD — Latricia Chatman took the long, thin handle of a black comb and pulled it up slowly towards her, separating a section of the wig’s hair. She took it in one hand, coaching a younger girl standing beside her to do the same. “First, you’re going to divide it into three sections,” she said. […]
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Crestline teacher, football coach Michael Winland earns VFW award
CRESTLINE — Football coach Michael Winland wanted his players to learn the importance of teamwork and serving others. When Winland arrived in Crestline as a social studies teacher and coach in 2022, he began looking for volunteer opportunities. “One of the first things I wanted to do is I wanted to build some team chemistry. […]
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Madison’s student-run Ramble Inn reopens to the public
MADISON TOWNSHIP — There’s a new brunch spot in town. The Ramble Inn is back in business. Located inside Madison Comprehensive High School, the restaurant is run by students in the culinary arts career tech program. Customers can also order drinks from Common Grounds, a student-run cafe that opened last year. Madison Career-Tech relaunched its culinary […]
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Richland County’s baby boomers are reaching retirement; here’s how we can prepare
MANSFIELD — Richland County is getting older, and presumably grayer, according to data from the 2020 Census. At the turn of the century, the average age of Richland County residents was 37.7 years old. It’s now 41.7. The last census found that one in five Richland County residents were age 65 or older in 2020. That’s […]
Posted inCommunity Development
Majora Carter talks urban revitalization during Kaleidoscope Conversations
Editor’s Note: This story has been corrected to reflect that approximately dilapidated 430 homes have been torn down in the Mansfield’s North End. MANSFIELD — Growing up in the South Bronx, Majora Carter was told she had potential — and the best way to reach that potential was to get as far away as possible. […]
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No injuries from house fire on Cook Road
MADISON TOWNSHIP — A house fire on Cook Road resulted in a multi-agency response but no injuries Monday morning. Neighbors reported the fire at around 8:30 a.m. The owner and sole occupant of the home, Mark Shramko, was already at work. “I’ve got a couple cats,” Shramko said. “I have a couple kitty doors, so hopefully they […]
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County dog shelter seeks volunteers
MANSFIELD — April Friend used to swear she’d never volunteer at the Richland County Dog Shelter. “My brother used to work here and my dad used to volunteer here,” she said. “I thought it would be too depressing and too sad.” Friend eventually decided to give it a try. She popped in, filled out the form […]