The Shelby FFA recently went on a weeklong trip to Fort Worth, Texas that included 56 participants. FFA instructor Randy Eisenhauer explained, “We wanted to try to get the students to experience different areas of the country for future career opportunities.” The trip was designed to target a wide range of opportunities that the high […]
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Uptown Curls opens in Plymouth, to host open house
Uptown Curls Salon owner Sally Hoak has opened the salon’s doors and is ready for business. “I wanted to create a cozy, comfortable atmosphere for people to come in and get your hair done,” said Hoak. Hoak purchased the building where Uptown Curls Salon is located in April 2013. “We didn’t have to do any […]
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Local couple’s efforts result in Mid-Ohio Pet Food Pantry
Lisa and Rick Kemp spend every Saturday morning volunteering at the Richland County Dog Shelter walking dogs. However, one Saturday Rick and Lisa witnessed an act that impacted both of their lives. The Kemp’s noticed a couple enter the shelter with a Husky named, Boss. They noticed that the couple seemed distraught. “We noticed that […]
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Point in Time finds homeless stays at shelter increasing
“We estimate that there are about 1,200 homeless people a year here in Richland County,” said CEO of Harmony House Vicki Kane. During the end of January, the Richland County Coalition on Housing and Homelessness held its annual Point in Time to report the number of homeless in the entire county. The homeless are surveyed […]
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“Reaching Out” in the community takes to Facebook
Reaching Out, a closed online group, gives away a wide range of items for those in need. Some of those items include furniture, clothes, and household items. Co-Founder Angie Henke explained that she was joined by Johanne Goodwin in developing the program in August 2013. “We thought there was a need for a program like […]
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Buckeye superstore supports Dowds through “Drive for the Kids”
“Soupper Wrapper allows the public to come into Dowds and enjoy a meal with their family,” said Dowds PTO President Deserae Gray. Buckeye Chrysler Jeep Dodge (Superstore” of Shelby visited Dowds Elementary School in Shelby in February to present them with a $1,000 check. On October 24, 2013, Dowds held their annual Soupper Wrapper event. […]
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Richland County Spelling Bee draws students from area schools
A total of 57 students from Richland County schools competed at the 2014 Richland County Spelling Bee at Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center on Friday morning. Spelling Bee Coordinator Leanna Giesige said that this spelling bee has been held for more than 25 years. “ The spelling bee has been going on for many years, well […]
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Economic update: Mansfield economy holds bright spots
“We are seeing a lot of improvement and a lot of interest,” said Economic Development Coordinator of Mansfield Tim Bowersock. A project immediately on the economic radar is Ohio Valley Manufacturing’s expansion and addition of employees. The metal blanking and stamping facility, owned by the Fanello family, is building a 35,000 square foot addition. The structure […]
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Shelby Board of Education recognizes retiring teacher and accepts donations
The Shelby Board of Education recognized high school teacher Barbara Gonzales on her retirement after 30 years of service to Shelby City Schools. In other action, Shelby High School student council updated the board on recent activity that the student council has participated in. And Assistant Superintendent/Curriculum Director Paul Walker gave an update on Race […]
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MMG looks to reward a local student, maybe one from Shelby
“It is a nice reward for the kids. We talk about trying to get kids to practice safe driving and not be distracted and here is a chance for someone to get a nice reward for doing that,” said Shelby High School Principal John Gies. Mansfield Motor Group and Richland Source joined forces to offer […]