MANSFIELD — Mansfield Senior High School recently announced the 2023 Homecoming Court. The senior attendants are Ava Cramer, Andrew Cawrse, Rylee Kingman, Duke Reese, Dazey Manns, Carmelo Smith, Da’Mia Mason and Santana Saavedra. The junior attendants are Aspen Payne and Syncere Long. The sophomore attendants are Saneyah Saavedra and Alijah Scott. The freshman attendants are Kezziah […]
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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Richland County Schools react to ODE report cards
MANSFIELD — It’s that time of year again. The state Department of Education (ODE) has released its annual Ohio School Report Cards. These report cards evaluate districts and individual schools using standardized test scores, attendance rates and other data from K-12 educational institutions. Districts and schools receive several scores, including an overall rating, on a […]
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Mansfield Christian announces 2023 Homecoming Court
MANSFIELD — Mansfield Christian School has announced its 2023 homecoming court. This year’s court includes: Seniors: Caleb Hupp, Claire Robinson, Josh Gregory, Brooklynn Petersen, Zack Dumbeck and Raegan Standridge Juniors: Jeiel Phillips and Noel Cline Sophomores: Aidan Johnson and Kendall Wushinske Freshmen: Dawson Loose and Michelle Hope Caleb Hupp and Claire Robinson were crowned King […]
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Mansfield Metropolitan Housing Authority purchases maintenance building
MANSFIELD — The Mansfield Metropolitan Housing Authority (MMHA) is bringing its maintenance in-house. The MMHA recently purchased a property at 257 Lenox Avenue for $325,000. The .33 acre commercial property includes a 4,800 square-foot building. MMHA Executive Director Steve Andrews said the building will serve as the agency’s new maintenance building. Andrews said the authority recently […]
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Bellville Cemetery Walk reimagines historical figures this weekend
BELLVILLE — A band of volunteers wandered through the Bellville Cemetery Thursday night, following a printed map towards the grave of Lorenzo D. Long. It was the dress rehearsal for this weekend’s Cemetery Walk. James Michalovich, a teacher and theater advisor at Clear Fork Middle School, perched on the edge of Long’s monument. He wore a straw […]
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Brian Johnson appointed to Clear Fork school board
BELLVILLE — Brian Johnson was selected Wednesday to be the newest member of the Clear Fork Valley Local school board. Three school board members met to appoint a replacement for Koti Epperson, who resigned last month. Johnson will be sworn in at the board’s October meeting. Johnson, 52, was one of five residents who applied […]
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Mansfield City earns 3-star rating on school report card
MANSFIELD — Staff, visitors and board members applauded Tuesday night as Mansfield City Schools announced the latest overall score on the Ohio School District Report Cards. Mansfield City Schools averaged a three-star rating, meaning it met state standards during the previous school year. How do school report cards work? School report cards are released each […]
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Five applicants vie for Clear Fork school board appointment
BELLVILLE — The remaining four Clear Fork school board members will likely select someone to fill a vacant seat at its meeting Wednesday night. Board president Lori McKee told Richland Sourcethe board will review applications, interview candidates and select an appointee at its Sept. 20 meeting. The board will meet at the high school library media […]
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Prairie Peddler offers old fashioned market in the woods
BUTLER — A beloved fall tradition returns this month. The 2023 Prairie Peddler Festival takes place Sept. 23, 24, 30 and Oct. 1 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. just outside Butler. The outdoor market nestled in the woods will bring together more than 200 craft vendors selling holiday decorations and home décor in country, farmhouse […]
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Prairie Peddler offers old-fashioned market in the woods
BUTLER — A beloved fall tradition returns this month. The 2023 Prairie Peddler Festival takes place Sept. 23, 24, 30 and Oct. 1 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. just outside Butler. The outdoor market nestled in the woods will bring together more than 200 craft vendors selling holiday decorations and home décor in country, farmhouse […]