In early July, the American Red Cross issued a call for blood donations after seeing about 50,000 fewer blood and platelet donations than expected in June. Since then donations have increased, however, there is still an urgent need for platelet donors and donors of key blood types including O-negative, B-negative, and A-negative. Right now blood […]
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Ohio State Mansfield offers access to admissions
Ohio State Mansfield is hosting The Application One-Stop event on Thursday, August 1. The two-hour hour event provides new students the opportunity to prepare for college in one visit by completing their application with admissions counselors, financial aid specialists, and academic advisors. “We want to give to citizens of Richland County a time to visit […]
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Violent Crimes team makes human trafficking arrests
On Thursday, July 25 the Richland County Sheriff’s Office Violent Crimes Impact Team (VCIT), Major Crimes Unit and Special Deputy Unit completed a Human Trafficking investigation. The investigation involved online escort services that were operating and providing sex for hire services in Richland County. The investigative concern was that females addicted to illegal narcotics were […]
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MT Business Technologies named the Largest Independent Ricoh Dealer in the United States
Ricoh Americas Corporation has announced that MT Business Technologies achieved the position of the largest Independent Ricoh Dealer in the United States. During the fiscal year ending in 2013, significant growth was generated through MT’s progressive leadership, outstanding customer support, and expansive relationship with Ricoh. Since 1918, MT’s primary focus has been and continues to […]
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City of Shelby receives Auditor of State Award
SHELBY, OHIO (July 24, 2013) — The City of Shelby received the Auditor of State Award for a “clean” audit report from Dave Yost, Auditor of State of Ohio. Auditor Yost’s office is responsible for auditing more than 5,700 state and local government agencies. “This award proves the hard work completed by all departments of […]
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Downtown Mansfield seeks Spirit nominations
Downtown Mansfield, Inc. will present the Second Annual Spirit of Downtown Awards during the final installment of the Final Friday Concert Series on Friday, August 30. The Spirit of Downtown Awards celebrate exceptional accomplishments in the ongoing investment in Downtown Mansfield. At this time, Downtown Mansfield, Inc. is seeking your input for nominations in the […]
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Romanchuk announces funding for property cleanup
COLUMBUS—State Representative Mark Romanchuk (R-Ontario) yesterday announced that the State Controlling Board has released funding in the amount of $1 million to the City of Mansfield. The funding will be used for cleanup and demolition activities on the Project Property located at 500 North Main Street. Town and Country Co-Op, Inc., located in Ashland, will […]
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RCDG Offers to Offset costs for consultation with NEOTEC & MAGNET
The Richland Community Development Group focuses significant resources on improving the viability of the companies currently located in the county. It is a proven fact that 80 percent of a community’s job growth comes from those companies already located there. One of the unique tools that RCDG has available this year is a pool of […]
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Tyco gives the residents’ of Dayspring a special day
Tyco Electronics is sponsoring their annual Christmas in July for the resident’s of the Richland County Home, Dayspring Assisted Living & Care Facility on July 30 at 4 p.m. The approximately 60 plus residents will be treated to a picnic, bingo and gifts all provided by Tyco Electronics. Tyco has generously been doing this event […]
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Les Miserables comes to the Renaissance stage in August
Les Miserables comes to the Renaissance stage in August As part of the Graham Automall 2013-2014 Renaissance Season, The Renaissance Performing Arts Association presents the world’s most beloved musical Les Misérables, onstage at the Renaissance Theatre, August 2, 3, 9, 10 and 11. Nominated for 13 Tony Awards – and winner of 9 – it’s […]