The Shelby Board of Education welcomed three new members on Monday evening. The night also saw multiple donations from classes and organizations were made towards the Shelby City Schools and Assistant Superintendent/Director of Curriculum Paul Walker updated board members on the progress of Race to the Top (RttT). The board’s newest members Lynn Friebel, Scott […]
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Adeva Fit opens in Shelby
“I have always loved fitness and I wanted to have a place where women could feel comfortable exercising,” said Owner of Adeva Fit Lynn Friebel. Friebel embarked on a journey to open a fitness center in Shelby that was specifically designed for women of all ages. With the support of her husband Edward Friebel, she […]
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Reformatory to host Extreme Ghost Hunt
Ghost hunts at the Ohio State Reformatory are set to kick off for the first time this year on Saturday, Jan. 11. According to Ghost Hunt/Night Manager Scott Sukel, the event attracts wide spread of individuals who participate in ghost hunts throughout the year, even during the winter months. “It’s a mix of different people […]
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Team NEO markets northeast Ohio and RCDG sees local benefit
Richland Community Development Group (RCDG) invited the CEO of Team Northeast Ohio (NEO) Thomas Waltermire to discuss development and growth that is happening in the Team NEO region on Tuesday at Gorman-Rupp. Team NEO markets eighteen counties, collectively, in northeast Ohio to site selectors, real estate consultants and targeted companies across the nation and the […]
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New Shelby council members take oath of office
Newly-elected members of the Shelby City Council were sworn into office on Thursday afternoon. Newest members elected to council included Nathan Martin serving the 4th ward and Patricia Carlisle serving Ward 1. Returning members included Harold Shasky serving Ward 2, Garland John Gates serving Ward 3, and Steven Schag serving At-Large. Mayor Marilyn John welcomed and […]
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New Madison Middle School opens doors to community
“When you go from our previous building to this one, it is just night and day. Everyone is just so excited for this new school,” said Madison Middle School Principal Tom Wolff. On a very snowy Thursday evening, the public was able to enter the newly constructed middle school for the first time. The middle […]
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Winter months dictate extra needs for pets kept outdoors
Staying safe and warm in the winter is essential for any person, but it is also very important to remember the safety of pet friends during the chilly winter months of the year. Richland County Humane Society supervisor Missy Houghton shared tips on how to provide care to dogs and cats during winter. “It is […]
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From seed to cup: Ohio roaster explains coffee to local audience
Husband and wife team Les and Jamie Stoneham made a stop at Relax, It’s Just Coffee on Saturday afternoon to give a presentation about the detailed process of making quality coffee. Les and Jamie Stoneham own Deeper Roots Coffee in Cincinnati, Ohio and travel to Guatemala frequently to discover unique blends of coffee. Les Stoneham shared […]
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Madison students enthused about Mansfield Motor Group contest
Mansfield Motor Group (MMG) and Richland Source partnered to offer a new Nissan Versa Sedan or a $10,000 scholarship to a high school senior in a Richland County School through the Mansfield Motor Group Student Citizen Program. This opportunity was made to reward students who achieve academic success and make healthy life decisions. Madison Comprehensive […]
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Shelby Helpline Ministries assists families in need
Shelby Helpline Ministries recently had a Community Christmas Program and 306 households in Shelby benefited from the distribution of toys, food, and household goods. Director of the Shelby Helpline Ministries Sheryl Cramer was pleased with how the distribution went. “There were 306 households that were helped. Within those 306 households there were 995 individuals and […]