MANSFIELD — John Spon wants to make sure everyone is on the same page. That’s why, as Mansfield’s law director, he recommended the city’s planning commission set a final hearing on the status of the West Park Shopping Center on Aug. 8. Members of the planning commission voted 7-0 to set the hearing during a […]
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 Public Health to seek half-mill levy renewal in November
MANSFIELD — Health commissioner Julie Chaya believes that as Richland County grows, the health department must grow with it. “Previous administrations at the health department were really trying to shrink things,” said Chaya, who took over as head of Richland Public Health (RPH) in February. “I’m really trying to expand it.” Chaya and Kevin VanMeter, the agency’s […]
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Ontario resident killed in motorcycle crash on PAW in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — An Ontario resident was killed Saturday night in a fatal collision on Park Avenue West, according to a Mansfield Police report. Ethan Delaney, 22, was traveling eastbound in the outer lane of Park Avenue West on a black 2018 Yamaha YZF-R1 motorcycle, according to a traffic crash report. Mansfield Police stated that Delaney struck […]
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Madison hires new early childhood director, middle school principal
MADISON TOWNSHIP — It was a full circle moment for Lisa Holfinger. The Madison school board officially hired Holfinger Wednesday night as the new director of the Madison Early Childhood Education Center (MECLC). A 1997 graduate of Madison Comprehensive High School, Holfinger was part of the school’s early childhood education career tech program. She spent the […]
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Mansfield City hires new pupil services director
MANSFIELD — Amanda Terakedis has had a soft spot for individuals with special needs ever since she was a high school athlete. “Our managers were students with disabilities. They were there every day giving us high fives,” she recalled. “I told my parents, I love education and I think I love special education.” The Mansfield […]
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‘Mansplaining’ creates space for men to open up, make friends
MANSFIELD — Damien Beauford knows a barbershop is more than a place to get a haircut. It’s a place to chat, to joke, to commiserate. It’s a place where men can bond and friendships form. Now, he’s trying to create more spaces for men to find community — no razors or combs required. “We wanted […]
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Mansfield City Schools to add metal detectors at Malabar, Middle and Senior High
MANSFIELD — Metal detectors are on their way to Mansfield City Schools. The district’s board of education approved a $120,736 purchase agreement for the metal detectors at its special meeting on June 27. The purchase agreement with manufacturer CEIA USA includes the purchase of six systems, plus batteries and training for staff on how to use the machines. […]
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School board honors Mansfield Senior art teacher Mindy Duncan
MANSFIELD — One of the things Mindy Duncan loves most about being a teacher is the letters she receives from students, telling her how their high school art class impacted their lives. Duncan was one of two staff members to receive an Every Student, Every Day Champion award during Tuesday’s Mansfield City School board meeting. […]
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S.A.F.E. program supports Mansfield City School’s homeless families
Editor’s Note: This is the final story in a three-part series about how Mansfield City Schools is addressing the needs of students beyond the classroom. Click here to read part one and here to read part two. MANSFIELD – Lea Ann Sexton piled gifts onto the conference room tables. Each package was wrapped with cheerful paper – candy cane stripes, […]
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Mansfield City Schools extends weekend meals program to Sherman Elementary
Editor’s Note: This is the second story in a three-part series about how Mansfield City Schools is addressing the needs of students beyond the classroom. The first story was published Dec. 22. MANSFIELD – Lauren Moran knows children learn best when they’re well-fed. As food services manager for Mansfield City Schools, she guarantees students have […]