MANSFIELD — The Mansfield Power Squadron will sponsor its annual Safe Boating Week event on Saturday, May 16 to help promote National Safe Boating Week. The event will take place from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Charles Mill Marina Patio adjacent to the marina store. Charles Mill Marina is located at 1277 State Route […]
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Bucyrus instructor is 2026 Ohio Teacher of the Year & a national finalist
BUCYRUS — Teachers of Tomorrow, the nation’s top alternative teacher certification, is proud to announce Jaysia Morris as the Ohio Teachers of Tomorrow Teacher of the Year, recognizing her exceptional commitment to her students, classroom, and school community. “I have always felt called to be an educator and a leader,” Morris said. Morris serves as K-12 Special Education at High Road […]
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METRICH: Drug Take Back event nets nearly 180 pounds of prescription drugs in Richland County
MANSFIELD — The METRICH region collected over 1,385 pounds of unused or expired prescription/ medication during its recent Drug Take Back event that encompassed a 10-county region. In Richland County, nearly 180 pounds was collected by five agencies, including the Mansfield Police Department (89.9 pounds), the Richland County Sheriff’s Office (29 pounds), the Shelby Police […]
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MRPCL announces plans for new Crestview library
OLIVESBURG — The Mansfield Richland County Public Library has announced its plans to build a new Crestview library. The new Crestview Branch will be constructed on land purchased from Faith Church along State Route 96, the MRCPL announced in a Monday afternoon press release. This stan-dalone facility will replace the current location within Crestview Middle […]
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Ontario announces 2026 prom court
ONTARIO — Ontario High School has announced its 2026 prom court. The 2026 Prom Royal Court includes: Emma Henderson, Payne Schwartz, Mackenzie Goodlin, Brady Baumgard, Tessa Crum, Jace Young, Sasha Bulakovski, Julian McGinty, Addisyn Pittman, Grantham Trumpower, Morgan Pearson, Anson Yan, Emma Fagan, Ashton Drozda, Brinlee Kreger, Braden Rowe, Hattie Yugovich, Rylan Baker, Gracy Miller, […]
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Man faces 5 felony charges, guns, drugs & cash seized in METRICH bust
MANSFIELD — A man was arrested and guns, drugs and cash recovered in a METRICH raid conducted Monday in Mansfield, according to a Monday afternoon press release. Timothy Bush was incarcerated and charged with five felonies after a search warrant was executed at 777 Highland Avenue by Mansfield Police, METRICH detectives and members of ASORT. […]
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Community bids a fond farewell to Mifflin Elementary School
MIFFLIN TOWNSHIP — The parking lot was filled Saturday morning at Mifflin Elementary School, but no one was in class. Hundreds of community members strolled through the hallways, noted reference points, and shared their memories created in a building with a 77-year history. The Open House provided a final chance to say goodbye to a […]
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Richland County Sheriff’s Office to receive grant via ‘Shine a Light on Dumpers’ program
COLUMBUS — In recognition of Earth Day, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced Wednesday a second round of funding through his “Shine a Light on Dumpers” initiative, making another $1 million in grants available to help local communities clean up illegal dump sites and prevent future dumping. “Local governments made it clear that they needed […]
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Summer electronics camps help high school students explore technology careers
MANSFIELD — Parents of high school students are encouraged to explore an exciting summer learning opportunity as two High School Electronics Camps will be offered in June 2026, providing hands-on, real‑world exposure to electronics, technology, and technical career pathways. The camps are hosted collaboratively by The Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development, The Ohio State University at […]
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Mansfield Symphony presents Star Wars & the Planets on May 16
MANSFIELD — The Mansfield Symphony Orchestra invites audiences to experience a night where cinematic legend meets classical brilliance with Star Wars and The Planets, presented Saturday, May 16 at 7:30 p.m. at the Renaissance Theatre as part of the OhioHealth Symphony Series. This one-night-only performance explores the powerful connection between composer John Williams and Gustav […]